Reside 9 | Summer 2011

resideBeauchamp Estates and Gascoigne Billinghurst LONDON, SURREY & INTERNATIONAL

Some of the finest properties available via Beauchamp Estates and Gascoigne Billinghurst, plus: Ron Arad Architects | The AdvocateArt Gallery | The world of Patek Philippe | Roots that run deep: acclaimed garden designer Randle Siddeley | Why polo insiderslove the Veuve Clicquot Gold Cup | Extreme Bentley: the most powerful Bentley road car ever | Pure Grace: luxury boutiquehotels in the world's most stylish destinations and resorts | Escape for a day to the ultimate bliss of Nirvana Spa

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Front cover:Ron Arad Architects who recentlycompleted the Design Museum Holonshown, are currently launching theconstruction of a new luxury apartmentbuilding on the northern reaches of theTel Aviv promenade. This unique andchallenging project was commissionedby French developer Sami Marciano, andthe development is due for completion in2013. Photographer: Asa Bruno.

Gary Hersham Ian L DaviesManaging Director, Beauchamp Estates Group Managing Director, Gascoignes Group

This is the 9th edition of "Reside" and again our combined company magazine features a

stunning selection of beautiful Central London, Surrey and international homes. We hope you will

agree that the contents represent a perfect balance of prime editorial features, stimulating

photography and wonderful homes.

Our editorial feature "RON ARAD ARCHITECTS" can be found on pages 20 and 21. In March

2003 Ron Arad Architects were invited to design the first national museum dedicated to the

appreciation of design and architecture in Israel. A museum of international standard evolved, one

advocating Israeli design worldwide. The Design Museum Holon, a few miles south of Tel Aviv, was

therefore our unanimous choice of Front Cover image.

In Surrey Gascoigne Billinghurst is expanding its presence with the establishment of a new

Branch office in Esher High Street. The Hayden Hewett Letting Agency became part of the Gascoigne

Billinghurst group in April. New Branch Director Ben Cameron is set to establish our Residential

Sales activity in this delightful Surrey town whilst maintaining the excellent Letting and Property

Management service for which Hayden Hewett is renowned.

In The South of France Beauchamp Estates, extending its representation beyond Cannes, has

established an office in Nice facilitating the sale of properties in the additional areas of Monte

Carlo, Cap Ferrat, Villefranche and beyond. If you would like a veritable French experience then we

look forward to being of assistance to you.

Beauchamp Estates and Gascoigne Billinghurst: two independent companies sharing not just a

very special, unique working relationship and genuine passion for property but a true desire to

assist with all of your Residential property requirements. Our teams look forward to being at your

service.

Thank you for picking up this Summer 2011 edition of "Reside" and we very much hope you

enjoy reading it.

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4 An Advocate of ArtAfter several successful years in WimbledonVillage, Caroline Burns relocated theAdvocate Gallery to Ashtead, Surrey.

6 Residential SalesA selection of the finest properties currentlyavailable in London and Surrey via BeauchampEstates and Gascoigne Billinghurst.

20 Ron Arad ArchitectsRon Arad Architects was established as anindependent practice in May 2008, branchingout as daughter company of the longestablished design studio Ron Arad Associates.

32 All That GlittersWhy polo insiders love the Veuve ClicquotGold Cup.

44 Yacht MastersSmall, privately owned, bespoke,renowned. For a clearer picture ofsuperyacht charter and when it's time toget creative simply contact Yacht Masters.

52 Extreme BentleyCreating the most powerful Bentley roadcar ever meant pushing the boundaries of 21st century technology.

86 Pure GraceSerene, charming and charismatic, eachGrace Hotel is distinctive – and genuinelyspecial. We take a closer look.

100 The World of Patek PhilippeTo enter the world of Patek Philippe is todiscover a universe where the exceptional isthe rule. You are choosing a watch whosetechnical perfection and timeless aestheticappeal ignore the years. You are joining thecircle of connoisseurs for whom only theauthentic and enduring is truly beautiful.

126 Nirvana SpaEscape for a day to the ultimate bliss ofNirvana Spa... a magical retreat of purehealing waters and an experience beyondrelaxation.

136 Roots That Run DeepRandle Siddeley reflects on a lifetime ofacclaimed garden design.

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After several successful years inWimbledon Village, Caroline Burnsdecided to relocate her business,

Advocate Gallery to Ashtead, Surrey. With a growing client base from Surrey,

combined with living and raising a familyin the area, the time was right to makethe move. So when the perfect locationpresented itself, in the form of the oldbank in Ashtead, it was an easy decision.

“Historically banks hold a prominentposition on the High Street and aremunicipal in design. The building needed tomake a visual statement where the works ofart can be easily seen, as a lot of art is soldfrom the gallery window,” says Caroline.

Employing the highly acclaimedarchitect Richard Gardiner to draw up theplans for the space and project managethe works meant Caroline’s vision tocreate a modern environment whichreflects the best of British contemporaryfine art, was made a reality.

Richard’s first priority was letting lightinto the building, this was achieved byincorporating a full length glazed frontand two new display windows on the sidewall, thus creating a dual aspect frontagewhere work can be displayed in The Streetas well as in Grove Road and flooding thegallery with light.

But not everything was quite so straightforward, when it came to the bank’s vault,structurally it was impossible to removeas it has 3ft thick walls of reinforced high-density concrete! But a solution was nottoo far away; it has been opened up ontwo sides to create a darkened viewingarea featuring large subtle works that aremuted in colour.

Crucial to achieving the overallambience, it was essential that everythingin the building was black, white or glass,the main design components seen inframing. Interior design features, such asglass shelving, white furniture and lightingall needed to compliment this and notdetract from the artwork.

With her extensive experience of whatcustomers like, Caroline knew exactly theatmosphere that she wanted to create, anart gallery that you don’t feel intimidatedto walk into or pressurized once inside;where you don’t need to know anythingabout the "art-world" but simply knowwhat you like.

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“It’s important that when clients walkinto the gallery they are not ‘hit’ by asales person, that they can browse anexhibition and look for that perfectgenuine piece of art, that they connectwith, at their own pace.”

Advocate Gallery aims to be the premiergallery in Surrey specialising in the best ofBritish contemporary fine art. Establishinggood relationships with those artists thatthey exhibit is key to their success, enablingCaroline to select the newest works firstand in turn offer exclusivity to her clients.

“Exhibiting British art is something Ifeel strongly about, there’s amazing talentin this country and to be able to showcasethe best of it is very rewarding. I havealways been passionate about art andwant the gallery to reflect this."

By not importing work, dealing inreproductions or trading with massmarket suppliers, Advocate Gallery canoffer something unique to its clients.

Over the coming months the gallery willbe home to an ever-changing programmeof exciting exhibitions from establishedartists, such as celebrated landscapepainter Chris Rigby. After painting therugged moors and mountains of northEngland and Scotland, Chris had turnedhis attention to the Surrey Hills. Aselection of his new work, an explorationof the Surrey landscape, will be displayedexclusively at the gallery this autumn.

Premiering new artists is also an areathat Caroline is dedicated to, “we areproud of the fact that we have launchedseveral artists’ careers who are nowenormously successful today”.

It’s always preferable for a client toview the work in person before makingtheir purchase, but with the busy lifestyleswe all lead this can sometimes be tricky.Advocate Gallery can provide out ofhours viewing at the gallery or in yourhome. If you’re hesitating about apurchase, work can be loaned for a periodso that you have time to see how the pieceworks in different light and in differenthanging places.

In today’s financial climate, manyclients are also looking to invest shrewdly.Unlike most luxury purchases that dateand de-value as trends pass, if you choosewisely, art can work in exactly theopposite way. Advocate Gallery is happy to

guide you through the process, “I amthrilled when my clients’ remark that notonly does a piece continue to give themgreat enjoyment, but they have learnt thatit is now proving to be a healthyinvestment,” says Caroline.

Commissioning art is a growing area,owning a piece of original art that hasbeen created for you is simply magical.Advocate Gallery are very experienced inarranging a commission for you, after allit's their business to get it right!

Capturing a moment on canvas andportraying a mood using the subtleties ofan artist's technique means you can havethe ultimate gift or family treasure createdexclusively for you. When a client visitedwith a photograph from their honeymoonin the French Alps, Candice Tait was theperfect artist to translate this onto canvasby capturing the wild energy and beauty ofthe landscape. The result, a stunningwork of art that will be treasured forever.

“We’re extremely excited aboutrelocating to Surrey, not only will we benearer to many of our current clients, butare looking forward to forming newrelationships in and around the area. I thinkwe’ve created a welcoming space in which

to showcase our works of art. I certainlyenjoy walking into the gallery everyday andhope others will too,” says Caroline.

Conveniently located on the A24,between Leatherhead and Epsom and closeto Epsom Racecourse and the RAC Club,there is ample free parking for visitors.

Advocate Gallery grew out of AdvocateArt the leading artist agency, over 10years ago. Advocate Art was founded byEdward Burns in 1992, starting out as anartist’s co-operative, the business hasgrown into one of the world’s leadingartist’s agencies. Find out more about theagency at www.advocate-art.com.

56 The StreetAshteadSurreyKT21 1AZ01372 274 068www.advocategallery.com

Opening times:Monday – Friday 8.30am – 6pmSaturday 10.30am – 4pmOr by appointment

Original Grade I Listed House

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Belgrave Mews North, Belgravia, London SW1Discreetly hidden between Belgrave Square and WiltonCrescent, Belgrave Mews North is one of the most soughtafter addresses in Belgravia. This elegant home is perfectlylocated to benefit from the local amenities of Knightsbridgeand the facilities of Hyde Park.

This exceptional and unusually wide property extends to some54 feet and about 79 feet deep through to Wilton Crescent.This 4/5 bedroom house has recently been completelyredesigned behind the original façade. The 3,900 sq ft(362.32 sq m) offers spacious and flexible accommodation, of which 2,362 sq ft (219.43 sq m) is on the ground floormaking it ideal for entertaining on a grand scale.

AccommodationEntrance hall, two interconnecting reception rooms, study, playroom,kitchen/dining room, utility room, master bedroom with en-suitebathroom and superb dressing room, guest bedroom with bathroomen-suite, bedroom three with shower room en suite and terrace,bedroom four and shower room.

N.B. The property comprises the freehold of 41 & 42 Belgrave Mews Northand includes the leasehold of the rear basement (until 15/12/2098) and thefront basement of 41 Wilton Crescent (until 21/12/24).

Stunning period features

020 7499 7722

£9,750,000Freehold

24 Curzon Street, London W1J 7TFwww.beauchamp.co.uk [email protected]

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Kensington House

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Shiplake House

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8 High Street, Cobham, Surrey, KT11 3DY

01932 588288www.gascoignes.co.uk

Classic meets ContemporaryFairmile Lane, Cobham.

Shiplake House - £2,250,000Macklin House - £2,450,000 &

Kensington House - £2,650,000 FreeholdThree beautifully designed detached family homes each with an exclusiveluxury lower ground complex housing an indoor swimming pool, gym,wine cellar, home cinema and family room. These three properties arepositioned in one of Cobham’s finest addresses and will appeal tofamilies looking for the essence of a luxurious home. All three propertiesare a breathtaking piece of architecture that impress on first impact.They have been finished to an extremely high specification with a fullyfitted bespoke Italian kitchen/breakfast room, marble and mosaic tilingin all bathrooms and a Nuvo Home entertainment Grand Concertosystem. Properties to be individual viewed to be fully appreciated.

Accommodation:Accommodation is spread over four floors with beautiful feature staircases

in each property. These individual properties all have principal drawing

room/dining rooms, kitchen/breakfast rooms, utilities, master bedroom

suites with dressing room and en suite. Kensington and Macklin have four

further bedrooms and five bathrooms. Shiplake has five further bedrooms

and four bathrooms and an additional downstairs study. Shiplake House

Shiplake House

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ARCHITECTURE. INTERIOR DESIGN. BUILD. PROJECT MANAGEMENT.

CREATING EXCEPTIONAL HOMES FOR EXCEPTIONAL PEOPLE

Working with clients in Africa who hail fromEurope. Easy. Designing and building their dream home in the US. No problem.Where to put the letterbox. Hmmm, tricky.

Not that we had a huge issue finding the right spot for the mailman’sofferings. But it’s a good example of our attention to detail. Especiallyfor a project of this international scale.

You see, we were commissioned to design and build a home that hadit all. Quite literally.

In terms of style, it had to be timeless yet future-proof. It had to bringback happy childhood memories of our client’s time at an Englishboarding school. And yet it still had to be an intimate family home.

You’ll understand why this wasn’t so easy when you consider someof the brief’s more unusual elements. A south-facing orangery. Asecret staircase leading to a whisky cellar. A leisure complex with aTurkish hammãm and pool. A picture gallery for their collectionof contemporary art that connects a dining room, a library and aballroom. Oh, and a chapel in the grounds.

As you can imagine, it took some careful consideration. Then wehit upon how to connect these disparate rooms and still create anintimate family home: an internal courtyard. We designed the houseas four separate wings. Then we tied them together to create amagnificent central quadrangle.

We achieved all this with the minimum of fuss. You may bewondering how.

Well, it’s projects like this where our RESIDENCE service comesinto its own. Established two decades ago, it combines architecture,interior design, building and project management. We can even helpyou find and finance a property to refurbish or the perfect plot tobuild on. Providing all these disciplines allows us to seamlessly fulfilthe most demanding briefs.

PS. Still wondering about the mailman? Well, we saved him a longwalk by placing the letterbox at the gatehouse. (You see, we do like tobe thoughtful as well as creative.)

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La Belle Epoque,Monaco

Occupying the top two floorsof an impressive buildingthat dates back to MonteCarlo’s heyday, the Candy &Candy designed La Belle

Époque had already cut a swathe throughlocal history as the venue for elegant partiesfavoured by an international elite (Onassisand Sinatra swung here).

The penthouse benefits from twomarbled terraces and a covered balconythat boasts olive and mandarin trees andmodern sculptures, the most impressive ofwhich is Lorenzo Quinn’s iconic “The Forcesof Nature” sculpture which overlooks bothterraces in a commanding fashion.

La Belle Epoque not only meets andsurpasses any practical demands –everything is hand-made to the highestdegree of smooth-functioning; it alsoincorporates a raft of fantasies.

Sold by Beauchamp Estates & their joint sole selling agent Knight Frank

Undoubtedly one of the finest and most spectacularapartments sold anywhere in the World

“Exclusive, cosmopolitan atmosphere”

“Inventive and painstaking renovation”

“Exclusive, cosmopolitan atmosphere”

“Inventive and painstaking renovation”

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Accommodation:The accommodation comprises a spacious double height entrance hall, drawing

room, dining room, kitchen/breakfast room, family room, study, WC, utility room.

On the first floor there is a luxury master bedroom suite with dressing room and en

suite bathroom, four further bedrooms, three bathrooms and an additional

games/bonus room. Outside there is a double garage and landscaped gardens.

Luxury New HomeHeathridge Green, CobhamPrice on Application - Freehold

A fantastic opportunity to acquire a brand new, luxury property in whatis arguably one of the quietest parts of Cobham, yet within an easy reachof Oxshott mainline train station. The property is constructed to anexceptional standard and the quality and fittings will be quite stunningthroughout. All the rooms are of impressive proportions and high ceilingsgive the feeling of grandeur. This is the epitome of modern luxury living.



Example of interior specification

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Accommodation:Six bedrooms all en suite, one family bathroom, two w/c, drawing room,study with fitted bookcases, family room, kitchen/breakfast room, diningroom, wine store, cinema room, swimming pool, gym with changingroom, large games/entertaining room with kitchenette, utility room,double garage, gravel driveway and landscaped gardens.

Imposing and ImpressiveWentworth Estate, Virginia Water £5,750,000A fantastic opportunity to acquire a brand new detached luxuryhome on the favoured Main Island in the exclusive Wentworth Estatewith approximately one acre of garden and an indoor swimmingpool/games complex. This stunning family home has been built to anexceptional specification and finish with which we are proud to offerthis grand house for sale. The grounds are impressive, have beenlandscaped and are mainly laid to level lawn with well stocked flowerborders, established shrubs and trees giving a pleasant semi rural feelto this splendid location in Virginia Water.



CROWN ESTATE SPLENDOUR

CORNWALL TERRACEThe Regent’s Park, London NW1

Cornwall Terrace is situated on the Outer Circle at the south westcorner of Regent's Park NW1 between Marylebone and St John's Wood.This prime central location offers security and seclusion in the heart ofthe West End with easy access to The City.

Under the guidance of renowned interior designers and supervised byEnglish Heritage and The Crown Estate, Cornwall Terrace is adevelopment of eight mansions of which Siddons House is one of sixthat is sti l l available having been rebuilt and restored to exactingstandards.

ACCOMMODATION

Comprising some 11 ,233 sq ft, and constructed over five floors, theproperty benefits from fabulous entertaining rooms and a roof gardenwith views over the Regent’s Park.

24 Curzon Street, London W1J 7TF www.beauchamp.co.uk [email protected]

020 7722 9793

Price on application

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RON ARADArchitectsRon Arad Architects was established as an independent

practice in May 2008, branching out as a daughter company

of the long established design studio Ron Arad Associates.

T he two studios share thesame building in Chalk Farmin London, and enjoy thefrequent overlap of interests,activities and knowledge this

proximity offers. The practice comprises ateam of 10 architects and architecturalassistants, under the directorship of RonArad, Caroline Thorman and Asa Bruno,and has recently completed two new-builtworks; the Mediacité in Liege and theDesign Museum Holon in Israel.

Ron Arad Architects’ thinking, form-finding, volumetric design and realisationdraws on resources and materials thathave been at the source ofexperimentation by the practice since itsinception in 1981 as ‘One-Off Studio.’ Theexperimentation with and questioning ofthe limits of construction engineering, thecelebration of the integrity and characterof the materials employed in projects, andthe often radical re-conception of form,are key to the activities of the practice.Supporting this, they have extensiveexperience working at both the large andsmall scale around the world, and haveextensive knowledge of the challengesand opportunities that need to beaddressed in architectural projects. Theycreate cohesive solutions that connectpeople to the built environment throughthe synthesis of the small with the large;from the small scale of furniture andpublic art, through to the large scale ofthe building.

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Barbican Centre in London (Restless,2010). Combined, these have attractedover a million visitors, and have brokenlongstanding attendance and ticket salerecords in the field.

The recent completion of both theMediacité project in Belgium, and theDesign Museum Holon in Israel hasenjoyed extensive and enthusiasticcoverage in the media, from internationaltelevision coverage in the BBC and ABCNews, to lifestyle magazines such asVogue, Wallpaper, Elle Decoration,Glamour, Grazia and Numéro toarchitecture, art and design publications

Ron Arad Architects think imaginativelyand inventively about the design of publicplaces and buildings and workcollaboratively to ensure that solutions fitwith their clients’ vision and the sites’constraints and opportunities.

A number of projects are currently attender stage and are due to go on site inthe course of 2011, with 154 Ha YarkonStreet being the first. The practice iscurrently working on a number of newprojects in France, Italy, Belgium, Israel,Morocco. and the UK. The practice’s workhas also recently been showcased as partof the Ron Arad: No Discipline exhibitionsat the Centre Georges Pompidou in Paris(November 2008) and the Museum ofModern Art, New York, which was themost visited architecture and designexhibition worldwide in 2009. Mostrecently the ‘Restless’ exhibition at theBarbican Centre in London showcased adiverse collection of industrial design,studio pieces and architectural projects.Further exhibitions are scheduled for theStedelijk Museum, Amsterdam (2011) andthe DMH Israel (2012).

The prolific and pioneering workcarried out by the combined Ron AradStudio over 3 decades in the fields ofdesign, art and architecture, hasculminated in a series of high-profileretrospective exhibitions at the CentreGeorges Pompidou in Paris (No Discipline,2008), Museum of Modern Art in NewYork (No Discipline, 2009), and at the

such as ArtNews, Blueprint, ArchitecturalDigest, Mark Magazine, Building Design,Interni, to editorial coverage in the NewYork Times, Time Magazine and TheIndependent, to name a few.

Born in 1951 in Tel Aviv, and educated at Bezalel Academy of Art andDesign in Jerusalem, and later at theArchitectural Association in London, RonArad co-founded the Covent-Garden-basedOne Off Studio with Caroline Thorman in1981, and later the design andarchitectural practice Ron Arad Associatesin 1989. In 2008, Ron Arad Architects wasestablished to cater for the expandingarchitectural activities of the studio.

Ron Arad’s constant experimentationwith the use and potential of material andform, and the radical questioning of thelimits of structure, discipline andconvention in the making of studio pieces,art and architecture, has placed him at theforefront of contemporary creative culture.Over 3 decades, Ron Arad has also

held various influential academic rolesaround Europe, and until last year, actedas Professor and head of the DesignProducts department at the Royal Collegeof Art in London.

Ron’s work is represented by numerousgalleries around the world, and regularlyfeatures in Art Basel, Frieze and otherrenowned international art fairs andauction houses worldwide.

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Shutters are now becoming the windowfurniture of choice. They are incrediblyfunctional as their adjustable louvers offerso much in terms of privacy, ventilationand light control, more than any othersolution.

Working alongside esteemed Surrey and London developers such as Vedere, Aspire and Avicam Homes, they sharethe same pride for perfection and professionalism, to offer their clients only the finest quality product and customercare of sheer excellence.

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Luxury LivingSpicers Field, Oxshott £4,750,000 FreeholdA wonderful brand new executive family home situated in the highly soughtafter Crown Estate. This home offers generous accommodation and greatentertaining space. The Willows, with its wide halls and stairs has beendesigned and fitted to the highest standard both internally and externally.Great attention has been paid to small details in this property with handmade wardrobes, an English hand made double staircase and bespokekitchen units.



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Ambassadorial Residence

Avenue Road, St John’s Wood, London,NW8Located on a generous corner plot in prestigioussurroundings, this ambassadorial residence comprises some11,157 sq ft and has been refurbished to the highest ofstandards and is fully furnished. Benefiting from elegantlyproportioned accommodation, the property is ideally suitedfor entertaining on a grand scale.

AccommodationEntrance hall, reception room, dining room, study, kitchen, familyroom, two large master bedroom suites, five other bedrooms andfour bathrooms, proper cinema, games/family room, magnificentswimming pool complex, utility room, kitchen, staff bedroom andbathroom, catering kitchen, separate studio gym complex withshower and changing room.

020 7722 9793

Price £40,000,000Freehold


So what exactly are the benefits ofleasing, as opposed to taking out apurchase loan? Firstly, your monthlypayments will be significantly lower – bybetween 30 and 60%; secondly, and as aresult, you can get more car for yourmoney; thirdly, by coinciding the length ofthe lease with the warranty period, youcan dispense with maintenance worries;fourthly, most leases require little or nodown-payment; and fifthly, unless youwant to buy or trade the car at the end ofthe term, you avoid the hassle of selling aused car.

Different options will apply or be moreattractive to company purchases than to aprivate individual, but the above benefitsapply to all.

Covase is a vehicle contract hire andleasing specialist with many yearsexperience of providing vehicle finance forfleet (and individual) owners – includingfor the last 14 years, Beauchamp Estates,the co-sponsors of this magazine.

Colin Ford, one of the company’sDirectors, explains the company’s ethos:“We recognise that our customers needobjective information and advice to helpthem decide how to proceed. And ofcourse, in any consultative process of thiskind, trust is probably the most importantingredient. You need to have confidence inevery aspect of the process, and especiallyour ability to recommend the best optionfor each and every customer.

“We see our role as much more than justgiving you a price for a particular vehicle:we bring value to the equation bysimplifying the technical complexities ofany deal, acting as advisor and consultant,as well as supplier, so you understandwhat is best for you, in your uniquecircumstances.

“Certainly we represent good value, butwe bring other values to the equation too,like personal service, attention to detailand long experience in the market.”

Gary Hersham, Managing Director ofBeauchamp Estates, concurs: “Colin hasbeen personally looking after my vehicleneeds for over 14 years, and I can testifyto the quality of the service he has givenme, and the company, during that time.

“I would describe Covase as a caringsmall organisation with superb financefacilities.”

Some would say the perfect combination.For more details, contact Colin Ford

at Covase on 0845 369 7100 or visitwww.covase.co.uk/reside

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Within that scenario, however, there is abewildering array of methods (or‘products’) to choose from: contract hire,lease purchase, finance lease, to name justthe three most popular. But how do theydiffer, and more importantly, which is thebest option for you and your specific needsand circumstances?

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Action at the Final of the Veuve Clicquot Gold Cup 2010Action at the Final of the Veuve Clicquot Gold Cup 2010


F or those who have never seenthe sport of polo, the VeuveClicquot Gold Cup for TheBritish Open Championshipcarries the cachet of golf’s

British Open, or Wimbledon’s tennisfortnight in both its significance, and forthe way it is revered within polo circles.

It remains the pinnacle of the Englishhigh-goal polo season for players, patronsand spectators alike.

Indeed, since its inception over half acentury ago, in 1956, it has become themost important pro-am polo tournamentplayed outside Argentina, and the mostcoveted trophy in the sport.

Its home is Cowdray Park Polo Club,where annually over 40 matches areplayed over a three-week period. Set in an'Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty'within Viscount Cowdray’s 16,500 acreestate in Midhurst, West Sussex, many ofthe matches take place against thebackdrop of the South Downs, in front ofthe world famous Cowdray ruins.

For many, it has become a permanentfixture in the summer social and sportingdiary as part of the old-fashioned

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have supported the championship for thepast decade and a half.

Cowdray Park is recognised worldwideas the home of British polo and, indeed,Cowdray Park Polo Club celebrated itsCentenary year in 2010 and is lookingforward to a very bright future with agrowing youth membership.

“season”, along with Henley Regatta,Cowes week, Wimbledon and the Testmatch at Lord’s Cricket Ground.

It has an ambience where Pimms, picnicsand Princes blend seamlessly in the throng.Not to forget, of course, the ubiquitouspopping of corks from title sponsorsChampagne House Veuve Clicquot, who

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It is an ambience where Pimm’s, picnicsand Princes blend seamlessly in the throng

The first competitive tournaments wererecorded on the House grounds in 1910, andcontinued to develop and gain popularityuntil the advent of the Second World War,which saw the sport all but die out, due tothe disbanding of the Cavalry regiments,with mechanisation superceding the role ofthe Cavalry in the British Army.

Indeed, Cowdray Park’s role in the re-establishment of polo in Englandfollowing the war can never beunderestimated. The sport’s revival waslargely due to a legend within polo: JohnChurchill Pearson, 3rd Viscount Cowdray,who passed away in 1995, in his eighties.

Having lost an arm in Dunkirk duringWW II, the 3rd Viscount Cowdray continuedplaying the sport and even umpired into hisseventies using a prosthetic arm designedand fashioned by his gunmakers, Churchills,which was fitted by medical experts at therenowned limb hospital at Roehampton.

The founding father turned CowdrayPark into one of the most famous poloclubs in the world. Underpinning itsdevelopment was the fact that he wantedpeople to come and play there and feelwelcome. He charged paltry entrance fees,gathered up his friends from his waryears, imported ponies from Argentinaand then lent the ponies to his friends for

Rashid Albwardy is congratulated by Jo Thornton, MD Veuve CLicquot UK Ltd and Stephane Baschiera, President Veuve Clicquot

Petanque in Veuve Clicquot’s champagne garden –Final of the Veuve Clicquot Gold Cup 2010

Rashid Albwardy is congratulated by Jo Thornton, MD Veuve CLicquot UK Ltd and Stephane Baschiera, President Veuve Clicquot

*Polo at Cowdray, by Derek Russell Stoneham and Roger Chatterton-Newman, 1992.

free to form teams. Earl Mountbatten hada team there in the Fifties.

The warmth he generated then is stillat the very heart of the Club today, and ispalpable as you walk in through theentrance gates.

HRH The Prince of Wales, referring to theGold Cup for the British Open at CowdrayPark in Polo at Cowdray*, said “…its final istoday the highlight of the polo year. I havebeen trying to win it for the past 14 years,but despite being in the final twice thisparticular prize has eluded me!”

The love of the event has indeed passeddown from father to son. HRH HarryWales has also played at Cowdray withina Gold Cup tournament.

In other words, regardless of who you are,it feels as if you are family at Cowdray Park.There is a special atmosphere of warmth atthe club felt by both those inside the sport,and often remarked on by both players andspectators.

The Gold Cup tournament is playedover a three-week period annually in July,culminating in the final, which attractshardened polo addicts and polo first-timers alike, from all corners of the world,to witness two teams who have battledtheir way to the winners’ podium liftingthe splendid golden trophy.

While a high goal event today, it beganwith humbler origins. A little over fiftyyears ago, an Argentine farmer calledAntonio Heguy came over to England onholiday with three of his friends. LordCowdray had invited them to play in hisnew tournament.

They arrived with a boat-load of homebred horses – in stark contrast to today’smulti-million pound high-goal teamoperations. Back then the Heguy team,Los Indios, beat the home side nine goalsto four to become the first winners of theGold Cup. →

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The Gold CupFirst played in 1956 for the British OpenChampionships at Cowdray Park Polo Club.

1956 LOS INDIOS beat Cowdray Park

1957 WINDSOR PARK beat Casarejo

1958 COWDRAY PARK beat Woolmers Park

1959 CASAREJO beat Cowdray Park

1960 CASAREJO beat Centaurs

1961 COWDRAY PARK beat Laversine

1962 COWDRAY PARK beat Sao Silvestre

1963 LA VULCI beat Cowdray Park

1964 JERSEY LILIES beat Centaurs

1965 JERSEY LILIES beat Cowdray Park

1966 WINDSOR PARK beat Cowdray Park

1967 WOOLMERS PARK beat Chequers Manor

1968 PIMMS beat Chequers Manor

1969 WINDSOR PARK beat Pimms

1970 BOCA RATON beat Windsor Park

1971 PIMMS beat Columbia

1972 PIMMS beat Stowell Park

1973 STOWELL PARK beat Cowdray Park


1975 GREENHILL FARM beat Jersey Lilies


1977 FOXCOTE beat Cowdray Park


1979 SONGHAI beat Les Diables Bleus


1981 FALCONS beat Ipanema

1982 SOUTHFIELDS beat Les Diables Bleus

1983 FALCONS beat Centaurs

1984 SOUTHFIELDS beat Black Bears

1985 MAPLE LEAFS beat Les Diables Bleus

1986 TRAMONTANA beat Cowdray Park

1987 TRAMONTANA beat Windsor Park

1988 TRAMONTANA beat Hildon House

1989 TRAMONTANA beat Cowdray Park

1990 HILDON beat Cowdray Park

1991 TRAMONTANA beat Ellerston White

1992 BLACK BEARS beat Santa Fe

1993 ALCATEL beat Ellerston Black

1994 ELLERSTON BLACK beat Pegasus

1995 ELLERSTON WHITE beat Black Bears

1996 C S BROOKS beat Ellerston White

1997 LABEGORCE beat Isla Carroll

1998 ELLERSTON beat CS Brooks

1999 POMMERY beat Ellerston

2000 GEEBUNG beat Black Bears

2001 DUBAI beat Los Tamaraos

2002 BLACK BEARS beat Emerging

2003 HILDON SPORT beat Labegorce

2004 AZZURRA beat Dubai

2005 DUBAI beat Black Bears

2006 BLACK BEARS

2007 LECHUZA CARACAS beat Loro Piana

2008 LORO PIANA beat Ellerston

2009 LA BAMBA DE ARECO beat Dubai

2010 DUBAI beat Lechuza Caracas

No one could have predicted then justhow prestigious the Gold Cup tournamentwould later become. Tournament entrants are put into

leagues following an open draw from aVeuve Clicquot ice bucket, and a palpablefrisson is always felt around the room asteams see who they will face in theopening round. These days, mobilephone cameras record the drawimmediately and are sent to Argentina.News of the draw is instant, and in polo,makes world news.

The top eight teams progress throughto the quarter finals, and the semi-finalsof the Gold Cup are played on theThursday before the Sunday final.Aficionados believe – without question –that this is the best day’s polo in Europe,attracting a large crowd. It is not a day ofpomp and ceremony. It is laidback andrelaxed off the field, often with nail-bitingtension on it.

Semi-finals day attracts like-mindedpolo addicts. It is regarded as theafternoon on which most polo insidersgather to discuss the issues of the Englishhigh-goal season.

The list of competitors who have takenpart in the Gold Cup reads like a ‘Who’sWho’ from the worlds of business andaristocracy, as well as attracting some of

The list of competitors who have taken partin it reads like a ‘Who’s Who’ from the worlds

of business and aristocracy...

Highest goal scorer of the Gold Cup tournament, AdolfoCambiaso, accepts a bespoke leather saddle from ElsaCorbineau, Brand Manager Veuve Clicquot

Crowds enjoying the matchCrowds enjoying the match

the greatest polo playing dynasties fromSouth America.

The Heguy family continues to be aformidable force on the polo field, alongwith the Novillo Astradas, the Pieres andthe MacDonagh families. The current world number one,

Argentine Adolfo Cambiaso, with hisswarthy looks, brooding demeanour,and brilliance on the pitch, first enteredthe Gold Cup scene in 1990, as a 16-year-old, 7-goal player, playingalongside the legendary Carlos Gracida,ten times on a Gold Cup winning team,and one of the most elegant playersever to grace the game. Gracida was inthe Tramontana team, who still hold the


record for winning the Gold Cup fourtimes in the Eighties.

English competitors have included theVestey family, with most recently Nina(now Clarkin) the first and only female towin the Gold Cup, with Hildon in 2003;Lord Waterford’s family, including LordCharles and Lord Patrick Beresford, and ofcourse Prince Philip and HRH, The Princeof Wales, who were regular Gold Cupcompetitors.

Continuing to carry the flag for theCowdray family, has been John Cowdray’sdaughter in law Lila Pearson, whoreached the semi-finals with her teamseveral years ago, and, in 2009, broughtCowdray Vikings to the event.

The business magnate, the late KerryPacker, and subsequently his son JamiePacker, did much to raise the stakes withtheir Ellerston Team, setting thebenchmark for professionalism within the

indefinable chic that could mean you werein Palermo, Deauville or even Palm Beach.Yet the cricket square and castle ruins nextto the polo grounds mark it out asquintessentially English.

The Gold Cup is as much about thebeautiful tented shopping village, with itsninety boutiques selling high-end clothes,jewellery and even up-market adventureholidays, as it is about the polo match.

Since 1995, leading Champagne“maison” Veuve Clicquot has been the titlesponsor of this prestigious polo event. Thecolours of the Cowdray Estate and of thechampagne branding have created asynergy that has ensured instant brandrecognition.

Put the 2011 Veuve Clicquot Gold Cupfinal – perhaps even the semi-finals – inyour diary and head to Midhurst for whatpromises to be a special season of bubble,sparkle and pulsating polo.

sport, and the breeding of ponies. England internationals Mark and Luke

Tomlinson have played for the Apes HillClub Barbados in the Gold Cup in recentseasons, and won it in 2003 with NinaVestey.

“To take part in that means you aretaking part in something big, increasingyour determination to win,” said Mark.“Playing at the British Open is alwaysspecial, it’s the most importanttournament in the UK. In fact, besides the Argentine Open it’s probably the mostimportant tournament in the world.”

Indeed, visitor numbers have risen in the last ten or so years from around fivethousand to in excess of fifteen thousand.It is a scene that is typically English butinternational at the same time.

A hint of wellies and waxed jackets, incase of rain, mixed with designer eleganceand high heels gives the Gold Cup an

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New houses today don’t need to look

like new houses and modern design, building

methods and technologies utilised by

professional residential architects and interior

designers can create homes that not only

reflect the quality expected by modern

families, but that allow the delineation of

open-space living that suits their lifestyles.

Creating a home from scratch allows you to

dictate the orientation of the house, the style

of architecture, the number of rooms and

their usage and the amount of space. And,

while the interior will match modern living

aspirations, the exterior will look like it has

endured the British weather through endless

decades. Modern artisans can apply

techniques such as ‘weathering’ brickwork to

give the perception of centuries old brick

making methods, sanding paving stones to

age them, patinating exterior ironwork and

using products such as coal dust and sharp

sand or garden horrors such as lichen and ivy

to give the illusion of age to brickwork and

stone detailing. Inside the same attention

to detail is applied with fine paints providing

the faintest of nicotine stains on drawing

room ceilings, traditionally mixed lime based

paints giving the right kind of sheen to the

walls and blown Crown glass in the window

panels which wonderfully distorts your

reflection. Even the garden can receive

the same treatment and specialist growers

can supply mature trees and hedges, Old

English species of plants and even lay a

camomile lawn on your behalf. This

combination of almost magical skills can

trick the eye into thinking that the perfect

country home was designed a century ago

and has been laid out before you.

Two of our most recently completed

projects, significant properties in the Home

Counties are a showcase for our design and

ability in creating a new generation of

period homes. In addition to the comforting

aesthetic that these homes provide for their

owners, they also help to keep their financial

advisors happy as creating a luxury home of

stature in the right location can also pay

dividends, securing the property’s place in

society for years to come.

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C ountry home ownership is not just

the domain of the British and for

over 100 years sophisticated families

the world over have left their weekday

cities in search of a more relaxed weekend

environment. The “legacy home” was a

calling card, a means of announcing a

family’s arrival and established presence

and some of the finest residential country

architecture around the world was created

for the entrepreneurs of the day.

And indeed, as many regarded the creators

and owners of those as arriviste, many

might regard the tastes of today’s wealthy

set as outré. Outré or not, as the UK

becomes a primary base for many

international families, the demand for a

home in a sylvan space that is easily

accessible from central London, continues

to grow. Providing an opportunity to wake

to the sound birdsong as opposed to a

passing bus, the right home in the country

can be a significant status symbol.

Luckily favourable geography is on hand

and some of the UK’s most lovely

countryside is just a short drive from the

hustle and bustle of Mayfair and

Knightsbridge. Surrey, Berkshire and

Oxfordshire are some of the most popular

country home destinations, encompassing

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Chilterns and the finest Thames villages.

There is a wealth of period architecture

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Premier Mayfair Street

020 7499 7722

Price on applicationLeasehold: 999 years from 24 June 2002


Hill Street, Mayfair, London, W1Situated in one of Mayfair’s premierstreets, a rare opportunity to purchasea wonderfully presented ground andfirst floor apartment with parking. Theflat comprising some 5,100 sq ftoffers wonderful and flexibleentertaining space. Situated betweenPark Lane and Berkeley Square theapartment benefits from the manyamenities of Mayfair.

AccommodationEntrance hall, drawing room, sitting room, dining room, study,kitchen, breakfast room, 2 guest cloakrooms, utility room, masterbedroom with en-suite dressing room and bathroom, guestbedroom with en-suite bathroom, bedroom 3, shower room, terrace and balcony.

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Accommodation:A fully refurbished family home situated in a semi-rural position yet within a

short drive of the A3 and Surbiton Station. The accommodation comprises

entrance hall, downstairs cloakroom and large luxurious kitchen/breakfast

room with integrated appliances. The kitchen is open plan to a dining

room and then onto the living room. Adjacent to the main living room is a

sizeable family room, there are four good sized bedrooms, two of which

have luxury en suite bathrooms and there is a family bathroom.

Semi-rural PositionLong Ditton £1,150,000 FreeholdWoodstock Lane North is a little known “country lane” yet within a shortdrive of access to the A3 at Hook. Nearby are stations at HinchleyWood and Surbiton. There are local shops at nearby Esher, HinchleyWood and Surbiton Outside the property offers plenty of off streetparking, a large detached double garage and a lawned rear garden.

32 Station Approach, Hinchley Wood, Surrey, KT10 0SR

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Accommodation:This home comprises a large galleried entrance hall, drawing room,

dining room, study, family/TV room, kitchen/breakfast/family room, utility

room, cloakroom, indoor swimming pool, Jacuzzi and associated

changing facilities and bar on the ground floor. On the first floor there

are five bedroom suites, the master suite having his and her en suite

bath/shower rooms as well as a detached triple garage, generous

parking and all set on a level mature plot.

Fairway to Heaven St Georges Hill, Weybridge £4,850,000 FreeholdAn opportunity to purchase a magnificent family home set on a plot which hasa large frontage with generous gardens to both front and rear, with the rearbeing particularly private. Opposite the house is the renowned St GeorgesHill golf course and there are views over the sixth and seventh holes throughthe trees. Rarely does such a superb package come together, in particularhaving the glorious position by the golf course. To fully appreciate theaccommodation and in particular the privacy and situation of this home a viewing is highly recommended and we are sure you will not be disappointed.



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La CarrièreLa Carrière is an exceptional waterfront property located onthe East side of Cap Ferrat. Benefitting from direct access tothe water, the property enjoys spectacular sea views to thesouth and east. The village of St Jean with its charmingport, offers excellent shopping facilities and a number ofrestaurants and is within walking distance of the property.

Renovated over the past 5 years the property is beautifullypresented and includes the principal house, a substantialguest house and independent staff accommodation. Themanicured flat gardens and grounds which include a uniquePGA standard golf green designed by Robert Trent-Jones Jnr,provide a wonderful setting for this spectacular property.

AccommodationThe principal house is situated on the southern edge of the land so asto take maximum advantage of the proximity to the water’s edge. Therecent restoration of the property has respected the traditional natureof the Provençal style of both the main house and the guest house withtheir stone facades and elegant shuttered windows. The interior of theproperty has been designed in a contemporary style providing a verypractical layout and a wonderful blend of finishes with pale stone orwooden floors complemented by the interior flair of Lord Linley in someof the key living areas.

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Accommodation:The ground floor accommodation has under floor heating and there is

double glazing. The rear garden extends to 40 ft by 34 ft and is mainly

lawned. The property is located in a sought after position within walking

distance of Claygate Station and walks on Telegraph Hill. The interior

benefits from a spacious reception hall with three reception rooms leading

off, a well-fitted kitchen with granite work surfaces and five bedrooms on

two floors with three bathrooms, two being en suite.

Village LifeClaygate £745,000 FreeholdThis property is one of two similar homes built within the last few yearsto a good specification by Lancaster Homes. The property is approachedby a driveway off Red Lane and has parking for two to three cars.



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Accommodation:There are three large double bedrooms and two luxury bathrooms to

include on the second floor a vast master bedroom suite with en suite

dressing room and luxury bathroom with separate shower cubicle. Close by

are the many shops, bars and restaurants in Esher High Street whilst Esher

Station is also within a short walk.

Two Floor Luxury ApartmentEsher £695,000 LeaseholdThis impressive apartment extends to over 1,800 square feet withChatsworth House itself being approached via a gated private driveway.The apartment has an entrance on the ground floor with staircase to thefirst floor which comprises a large open plan living room with doubledoors leading to a large balcony, and luxury kitchen separated from theliving area by a breakfast bar.



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Beautifully presented

020 7499 7722

Price on applicationLeasehold: 999 years from 24 June 2005


199 The Knightsbridge, London, SW7A beautifully presented second floor flat comprising some3,080 sq ft situated in this internationally renowned andsuperbly run block in the heart of Knightsbridge. The flatalso benefits from a parking space and balcony and the useof the spa and leisure suite.

AccommodationEntrance hall, drawing room, kitchen/breakfast room, utility room,master bedroom with en-suite bathroom and dressing room, threefurther bedroom suites.

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Fine Grade II Listed

Georgian House

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Old Queen Street, St James’, London, SW1This fine Grade II Listed Georgian house, rebuilt c. 1775, has recently been the subject of a substantial renovationand refurbishment programme, completed to anexceptionally high standard whilst incorporating manymodern amenities. The refurbishment has thoughtfullytaken into account the character of this fine building andtogether with the impressive views over St James’s park andtowards Horse Guard’s Parade, this house is an architectural“tour de force” providing numerous handsome features.

AccommodationPrincipal rooms - drawing room, dining room, morning room,library/study, cinema five/six bedrooms with en-suite showerrooms/bathrooms, gymnasium/bedroom six, sauna, kitchen/breakfastroom, staff room, commercial laundry, garden terrace, lift.

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Our 3500 sq ft showroom is situated in

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All room sets are carefully designed and

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wonderful ideas and inspiration for their

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We offer a complete service from design

and specification to supply and installation.

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Walton Bathrooms specialise in modern

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Our comprehensive ranges of tiles are

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Grace Mykonos, the group has begun itsglobal expansion into the Americas withthe announcement of three new GraceHotels. The first is the acquisition ofVanderbilt Hall Hotel and Spa inNewport, Rhode Island which relaunchedas Vanderbilt Grace in April 2011, thesecond is the opening of Grace Cafayatehotel, spa and residential villasdevelopment in Argentina, due to openearly 2012 and lastly the opening ofGrace Panama in the affluent businessdistrict of Obarrio in Summer 2012.

Grace Santorini is an exclusiveboutique hotel offering guests acombination of tranquillity, natural beauty

and elegance. Expertly crafted into thesteep hillside high above Santorini’sCaldera, (a deep basin formed in 1500 BCwhen the island’s volcano sank into thesea) promising breath-taking views of theinfamous Santorini sunset. The hoteloffers 20 distinguished rooms includingthe exclusive Grace Suite, believed to bethe largest on the Caldera. From thenumerous vantage points at GraceSantorini including private terraces,plunge pools, the infinity pool and theoutdoor restaurant, guests can soak up thesun and the outstanding views of thesurrounding islands of Thirasia, Palaiaand Nea Kameni.

Grace Hotels(www.gracehotels.com) is agroup of luxury boutiquehotels in some of the world'smost stylish destinations and

resorts and promises to deliver supremeservice combined with elegant hotelaccommodation and the highest possiblestandards of food, drink and hospitality.The company’s hotels have attractedconsistent critical acclaim since they firstopened in Greece’s Cyclades Islands in2007 and this year marks the beginning ofnew and exciting times to come.

Best known for their award-winningboutique hotels - Grace Santorini and

Pure GraceGrace Hotels: a group of luxury boutique hotels in the world's most stylishdestinations and resorts that promises elegant guest accommodation andsupreme service. Serene, charming and charismatic, each Grace Hotel is

distinctive – and genuinely special, we take a closer look. Words: Claire Mason

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From the hotel, guests can explore theisland as well as take to the azure seasand embark on boat trips to the volcanoand hot springs. The various caves andenclaves provide for great snorkelling anddiving deeper under the volcano. Forthose who prefer dry land though, there is still plenty to do.

It was on Santorini that archaeologist’sunearthed evidence that indicated theexistence of viniculture and winemakingas far back as the Bronze Age. Themoderate Mediterranean climate of theAegean combined with the rocky, volcanicsoil, plentiful sunshine and constant seabreezes provide excellent conditions forthe cultivation of grapes, and it is thecultivation of these grapes which is sofascinating. Winemakers on the islandgrow the vines in basket shapes, close tothe ground for protection from the strongwinds. This combined with the nightly fog


party scene. This exclusive 31-room boutiquehotel combines traditional Mykonianarchitecture with contemporary materials,fabric and design touches which has resultedin a collection of awards over the years.

Grace Mykonos sits high above a sandybeach, affording stunning views out acrossthe crystal clear Aegean seas. Guests canchill out on double pool loungers aroundthe infinity pool before indulging inmouth-watering Mediterranean fusioncuisine at the poolside bar and restaurant.The hotel boasts a small spa for those inneed of some pampering. Guests canchoose from traditional ancient Greektreatments to more unique therapies suchas the Greek olive oil massage and thetempting Chocolate Bliss wrap.

Three new Grace properties in theAmericas promise to carry the Graceethos, and every hotel will ooze Gracecharm and elegance as well asincorporating the unrivalled hospitalityand facilities which have made GraceSantorini and Grace Mykonos so admired.

Vanderbilt Grace proudly opened itsdoors in April 2011, which has over recentyears been restored to its former glory.This magnificent Newport landmarkcomprises 33 luxurious rooms and suites,two restaurants, a cocktail bar plus a

providing water creates optimum growingconditions and this year Grace Santorini iscelebrating with this with new dedicatedpackages and itineraries for wine lovers.

From the calm and tranquillity ofSantorini to the party island of Mykonos,Grace Mykonos is perfectly situated farenough from the main town for those whowish to relax and unwind, but close enoughfor those who want to dip in and out of the sumptuous spa and fitness centre with

indoor and outdoor swimming pools. Thebuilding dates from 1909 and has a richand glamorous history; it was one ofmany owned by the Vanderbilt family.

For food lovers Grace Hotels hasappointed the Grand Chef Relais andChâteaux, Jonathan Cartwright, as GroupChef de Cuisine with global responsibilityfor defining and managing the diningexperience across all Grace properties.Chef Cartwright will be based at VandebiltGrace where he will be redefining anddeveloping menus, promising a subtle mixof fabulous New England dishes andelegant European influences.

And lastly for those with a passion fordiscovering new, up and comingdestinations or simply have a love affairwith South America, Grace Hotels twonew properties opening in 2012 will offerthe ideal base from which to explore.

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floor, a business centre with threeboardrooms plus a bistro and health clubwith outdoor pool offering spectacularviews of the city.

So whether guests are looking for aromantic Mediterranean break to theancient shores of Greece, a glimpse ofNew England stately home living, ahorseback ride into the Argentineanmountains or a fast paced trip to one of

Grace Cafayate opens in early 2012 inthe secluded Calchaquí Valley in thenorthwest of Argentina. The hotel andvilla complex, will have up to 52 keys,and will form part of ‘La Estancia deCafayate’, a secluded 1,250 acreresidential and sporting estate in theheart of an area famed for its spectacularscenery, outstanding wines andequestrian sports. Offering a rich lifestyleexperience to its guests and residenceowners there will be superb facilities onthe estate including an 18-hole golfcourse designed by Bob Cupp, a livelyclub house and polo fields as well asaccess to the vineyards to sample thewines produced on the estate.

However, for those craving city lifeGrace Panama will be found in the heartof buzzing Panama City in the exclusiveObarrio residential and commercialdistrict, occupying the ground floor plusfive upper floors of F&F’s dramatic TwistTower office and hotel development. Thisluxury boutique hotel will provide theelegance and dedication to service thathas won Grace Hotels internationalrecognition. It will comprise 60bedrooms including two ultra-luxuriousVIP Suites, a fine dining restaurant andbar at ground level and, on the 12th

Central America’s hippest new cities...Grace Hotels Group has a hotel to suityou. Seamless service, outstandingquality and attention to detail, chicaccommodation and a signature GraceCocktail to ease you into your stay, guestswill never want to leave.

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Stunning Grade II

Listed townhouse


Comprehensively refurbished

Upper Brook Street, Mayfair, London, W1A stunning recently comprehensively refurbished, Grade IIlisted, Mayfair freehold town house of approximately 10,547sq ft. The Property benefits from a swimming pool, cinema,garden, lift and comfort cooling throughout, plus longleasehold mews connected underground to the main house,with staff accommodation and garaging for two cars.

Upper Brook Street is situated between Park Lane andGrosvenor Square and the property is located on the northside. The house is within a short walk of Hyde Park andclose to the internationally renowned boutiques andamenities of Mayfair.

AccommodationEntrance hall, dining room, kitchen/family room, study, two receptionrooms, master bedroom suite with a day room, two dressing rooms,shower room and a bathroom, five further bedroom suites, cinema,games room, laundry, wine store, swimming pool, gym, staff self-contained studio flat, private garden, first floor terrace, passengerlift serving all floors except the lower ground floor, air conditioning,double garage, Lutron lighting in principle areas, Sonos multi-roommusic system.

020 7499 7722

Price £29,500,000Freehold


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Deep in the heart of this charming and

lush environment, halfway between Rome

and Florence and within an untouched

natural reserve close to Orvieto, lies “Torre

de Monaldeschi”, a dream come true.

“Torre de’Monaldeschi is an imaginative

development of just a few properties

located in the Umbrian countryside near

famed Orvieto, about midway between

Rome and Florence. No two properties are

the same and it is so rare to see such a

development in this region. The resort has

been designed around an 11th century

fortress and is aimed at preserving the

historical and artistic value through the

building plan.

Torre de’Monaldeschi offers anyone looking

for a tranquil retreat, the best of both

worlds, using ancient building methods and

new technologies to create a modern

concept of living in the Borgo style. The

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U M B R I A, I T A L Y

resort comprises of a beautiful collection of

one, two, three and four bedroom

townhouses, villas and apartments built in a

traditional style and from authentic

materials of the Umbrian area. It offers

luxurious accommodation along with

superb leisure and sporting facilities.

All properties are individually designed

with terraces, private gardens, garages

and parking. Bank guarantee rental

scheme at 4% for five years – call for

details. Prices from 300,000 euros to

665,000 euros.

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GREEK ISLANDS, SAMOS5 STAR RESORT, SPA AND MARINA IN SEA FRONT LOCATION WITH STUNNING VIEWS

Accommodation at Halcyon Hills will

represent the very pinnacle of the luxury

property market a lavish and sumptuous

lifestyle in addition to an established exit

strategy. Welcome to the opportunity that

is the Halcyon Hills Luxury Resort & Spa.

Halcyon Hills Luxury Spa Resort nestles in

a sheltered bay on the south eastern tip of

Samos, Greece. Meticulously designed so

that every property owner enjoys the

panoramic sea views from their own

terrace, Halcyon Hills represents a superb

investment opportunity and stunning

lifestyle choice.

World class spa featuring a generous

infinity pool, thirty six berth exclusive

marina with a super-yacht mooring,

beautifully designed properties that reflect

the character and heritage of Samos; the

facilities at Halcyon Hills redefine the

meaning of luxury on the island.



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Greece maintains a strong resales market

due to its traditional popularity with

holiday makers and second home owners.

This ensures demand for property is

always high. Halcyon Hills is a rare example

of how a luxury holiday resort offers

owners Luxury Five Star Spa Resort –

Proven Demand 2 Year 8% Rental

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Investment & Lifestyle - 36 Berth marina.

Prices start at £174,000 to £839,000.

Fractional ownership opportunities also

start at £24,000 to £45,000.

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Lake Como is famous for its exquisite

architecture and magnificent Villas. Lake

Como offers something for everyone, fine

dining, relaxed cruising, a wealth of outdoor

activities or just strolling and taking in the

breathtaking views. Lake Como is an oasis

of tranquillity, offering a unique

combination of warm Mediterranean

sunshine, sparkling calm waters against the

background of snow covered alpine peaks

and just half an hour drive from the

cosmopolitan and lively city of Milan.

Just 30 minutes away from the nearest ski

resort, 60 minutes from the prestigious St

Moritz and less than one hour from Milan’s

airports, these properties are being sold

for completion now.

The development comprises 4 x 1

bedroom units sited on the ground floor



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L A K E C O M O

with garden and balcony, 2 x 2 bedroom

units also with garden and balcony and

10 x 2 bedroom duplex apartments. All

apartments benefit from air

conditioning, central heating, garage and

laundry room and communal pool.

Prices range from €195,000 – €250,000.

The reservation fee is €3000 followed

by a deposit of 30%, with the balance

due on completion.

“IT’S THE PERFECT PLACE TO ESCAPE TO, ALL YEAR ROUND.”

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St Georges Hill and CobhamIan Davies on 01932 588288

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Esher Ben Cameron on 01372 466607

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On Sal Island, Cape Verde is a 5 star resort

development set to become one of the

fastest selling Island developments to date.

Investing in one of these properties has

never been easier and now you can fund

your purchase through your pension using

a SIPP (Self Invested Personal Pension) or

FPT (Family Pension Trust). This not only

offers incredible tax advantages but also

puts you in control of how your pension is

invested for the future.

And the process is much easier than you

may think! We have partnered with the

UK’s leading pension and investment

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professional advice you need and to

help guide you through your options.

They will deal with transferring any

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INVEST IN YOUR FUTUREFROM THE BEACH

have to do is select the property you

want in your pension fund.

Contributions into a SIPP attract relief at an

individual’s highest rate of tax. So, for a

higher rate taxpayer, putting £60,000 into

their fund would give buying power of

£100,000 to invest in a prime resort property.

It is also possible to borrow additional

funds against the value of your SIPP or

FPT. As much as 50% of the value of a

SIPP/FPT can be borrowed to increase the

overall fund for property investment.

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MALTA, GOZO

A UNIQUE AND HIGH QUALITY PROJECT JUST 100 METRES

FROM THE SEA IN THE MAIN FISHING VILLAGE OF MALSAFORN

ON THE SMALL ISLAND OF GOZO



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The complex will be split into a number of

differentiated blocks each with its own

entrance serving only a small number of

apartments. There will be a choice of one,

two, and three bedroom units, most with

en suite facilities, with a typical three bed

apartment covering a floor area of around

a hundred square metres. The project will

also have a property management service

on the premises that would be able attend

to your maintenance needs and also look

after your property in your absence.

Prices start from €89,000 up to €375,000

for a penthouse and there is a choice of 3

different levels of finishing to your apartment.

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“The Hillock Residences” is the latest

project in an extensive list of high class

developments both in Gozo as well as in

Malta. The developer will bring to the

project what they have been consistently

achieving in their other developments – an

elegant and superior design, coupled with

exceptional quality in construction.

Gozo is a small island, just nine miles

by four, with a population of under

25,000 inhabitants. It enjoys

a breathtaking countryside and

a coastline of spectacular cliffs

interrupted with small sandy, crystal

clear bays and charming coves. It forms

part of the Maltese archipelago, sitting

right in the middle of the Mediterranean,

just 94 km south of Sicily.

The project enjoys the double benefit of

the proximity of the bustle of a seaside

resort, and the quiet and calm

atmosphere of a residential area with

surrounding country and sea views.

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THE WORLD OFPATEK PH IL IPPE

To enter the world of Patek Phil ippe is

to discover a universe where the exceptional

is the rule. You are choosing a watch whose

technical perfection and timeless aesthetic

appeal ignore the years. You are joining

the circle of connoisseurs for whom

only the authentic and enduring

is truly beautiful .

Opposite: The Patek Philippe Seal – a hallmark of excellence.


SELF-WINDING CALATRAVA—REF 5153G

In 2009, the Calatrava Reference 5153 in an Officer-style case with a hinged back

was launched as a new yellow gold version with a silvery opaline dial. Now, it

celebrates a stylish comeback with a white gold case and a striking black dial

featuring a hand-guilloched center.

SELF-WINDING NAUTILUS—REF 7008/1A

Reworked in 2009, the casually elegant line of Nautilus watches for women now

welcomes the Ladies Automatic Nautilus, its first diamond-set steel models with

self-winding movements. The dials, featuring the emblematic Nautilus embossing,

are available in various styles, among them as precious blue-tinted or black Tahician

mother-of-pearl versions.

We inherited our passion for supreme

workmanship, our respect for our

client and our care for the smallest

detail from our two founders. Polish-

born aesthete Antoine Norbert de

Patek wanted to create the most

beautiful watches in the world. His

partner, the brilliant inventor Jean-

Adrien Philippe, dreamed of pushing

back the frontiers of watchmaking

technology. Together they laid the

foundations of an exacting

philosophy that perpetuates and

invigorates Geneva’s great

watchmaking tradition.

From 1839 onwards, fuelled by the

volume of know-how passed down

from generation to generation and

the ceaseless drive to innovate, Patek

Philippe has maintained its place at

the forefront of fine watchmaking.

True to the founders’ values, it has set

its own way – always focusing on the

long-term view.

To give lasting expression to that

philosophy of quality and ensure that it

is transmitted to the watchmakers,

engineers and artisans of the future,

Patek Philippe has created its own

quality hallmark. The Patek Philippe

Seal goes beyond the Swiss

watchmaking industry’s recognized

criteria. It is the only hallmark applying

to the entire watch – the movement and

the external elements – from concept to

after-sales service, including the way it

is built and finished and the checking of

its functions and rate accuracy.

Our company’s independence and

family ownership enable us to

guarantee that we shall never

compromise in terms of the perfection

of our watches. Having presided over

Patek Philippe’s destiny from father to

son since 1932, we ourselves have all

grown up in and with the manufacture.

We bear the genes of Patek Philippe

and out devotion to our mission within

the company reflects our resolute

intention of passing down this heritage

to future generations, just as our

clients pass down their watch. The

passage from third to fourth

generation in autumn 2009* confirmed

that the links are as strong as ever.

As the guardians of the Patek

Philippe quality and spirit, we shall do

everything required to continue

producing “the most beautiful

watches in the world”.

Philippe Stern, Honorary President

Thierry Stern, President

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Dramatic Views

+30 22 89 02 47 97

Price €2,000,000

Rohari – Mykonos 84600 Greecewww.beauchamp.gr [email protected]

Villa Astrea This stunning newly constructed villa comprising some290m2 is perched on the hillside and enjoys direct views ofSuper Paradise Beach - and yet it is just five minutes fromthe airport. The house has been meticulously designed andpositioned in order to benefit from the dramatic views ofboth the beach and the adjacent river valley. Equal emphasishas been given to privacy, security and concealed access.

AccommodationLower ground floor: reception room with built-in fire place, studyarea, utility room, three bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms.

Upper ground floor: Further bedroom with bathroom en-suite,guest cloakroom, spacious kitchen with island and breakfast area,dining room, reception room with built-in fireplace. Amenities: 10m Swimming pool, large covered patio with built-inbarbecue, parking.

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and of course can help you with yourholiday rentals – short or long.

The South of France has shownremarkable resistance to the recentfinancial crisis and the last decade – despiteone or two blips - has continued to growexponentially. In a world of uncertaintiesand risk, the French Riviera is not just aholiday destination, but a real place thathas been attracting people from all aroundthe world. Quality of life, wonderfullandscapes, style and the towns themselvesattract the great and the good. Events suchas the Cannes Film Festival, the MonteCarlo tennis open, The Formula One GrandPrix, les voiles de St-Tropez, excellentrestaurants and nearby ski resorts, meanthat the area has a lot to offer.

The interest generated by the South ofFrance is global and purchasers are herefrom countries as far afield as Kazakhstan,India and even China. Retirees from allover Europe are also relocating to the Southof France bringing solidity to the market.

Like London, the South of France isperceived as a steady and safe market inwhich to invest with a certain immunity tothe ups and downs of the financial world –and unlike London it offers the sun aswell! Nice in particular is enjoying arenaissance with some of its finestresidential buildings being refurbished and

together with the restoration of publicbuildings is helping to create a trulyexciting and pleasant place to live. It goeswithout saying that St-Jean Cap Ferrat andAntibes remain some of the most attractiveplaces in Europe.

Beauchamp Estates, 5 quai Rauba Capeu,06300 NICE, FRANCETel no +33 (0)4 93 54 77 73 Fax no +33 (0)4 93 92 23 04www.beauchamp.com

Launch of new Beauchamp Estates’ Office - NiceBeauchamp Estates are

delighted to announce theopening of a new office inNice, close to the airport, atNo. 5 Quai Rauba Capeu.

Situated at the junction of Promenade desAnglais and the Port of Nice, thislandmark building directly overlooks theMediterranean sea. The office has beencompletely refurbished allowing us toeasily work on markets such as St-JeanCap Ferrat, Cape de Nice, Villefranche,Eze, Beaulieu & Monaco.

Our team consists of Mikael Zwaans,and Sebastien Perne. Mikael speaks severallanguages (French, English, Dutch,Swedish and German, and some Italian)and was born in Monaco. Mikaelgraduated from EBS London inInternational Business and worked for acouple of years with a European propertydeveloper before coming back to south ofFrance to work on the luxury real estatemarket for Beauchamp Estates.

Sebastien was born in Nice, and has aMasters degree in Law, and is a member ofthe College of French Valuers (SNPI). Hehas good knowledge of the local markethaving worked in real estate for the lastten years on the Riviera. Sebastien isfluent in French and English.

As all Beauchamp Estates offices, wetarget the prime property market. Inaddition to luxury apartments we areinstructed on a number of large villas withmagnificent gardens, waterfront propertiesand stunning houses with panoramic seaviews. Styles vary from the contemporaryto the "Belle Epoque" or "Provençal" –designed to tempt all purchasers. We arehappy to act for buyers as well as vendors

The Cannes and Nice Team


Exceptionally designed

020 7499 7722



Chapel Street, Belgravia, London, SW1An exceptionally designed freehold house presented inexcellent condition. This end of terrace period town housecomprises some 4,541 sq ft and is located in a primeposition off Belgrave Square. The house benefits from asouth east facing roof terrace, two balconies and a largegarage. The flexible living accommodation makes it ideal forentertaining or for a family.

AccommodationEntrance hall, drawing room, dining room, media room, study,kitchen/breakfast room, utility room, guest cloakroom, masterbedroom with en-suite shower room, three further bedrooms (onewith en-suite bathroom and one with en-suite shower room),dressing suite/bedroom five with en-suite bathroom and steam

room, maid’s room with en-suite bathroom, butler’s cloakroom,garage, terrace, two balconies, air conditioning, LEAX lightingsystem, integrated sound system, vacuuming system on each floor,dumb waiter to each floor.

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building

020 7499 7722

Price £6,950,000Leasehold 999 years from 25 December 1984


Rutland Court, Knightsbridge, London, SW7An exceptional lateral ultra-high-tech Knightsbridgeapartment on the raised ground floor of a highly sought-after portered building opposite the open space of HydePark. Rutland Court is located on Rutland Gardens, aprivate gated road off Knightsbridge. The residents ofRutland Court benefit from having a 24 hour porterageand security, private parking and the use of a gym situatedin the building. Harrods, Sloane Street and the amenitiesof Knightsbridge are a short walk away.

AccommodationEntrance Hall, kitchen, drawing room, dining room, guestcloakroom, study area, master suite with en-suite bathroom anddressing room, guest bedroom with en-suite shower room, 24 hourporterage and security.

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Successful Estate Agency in ElmbridgeThe independent and privately ownedGascoignes Property Services group has announced that, from April theHayden Hewett Estate Agency businessprominently located in Esher High Street, has become part of their EstateAgency operation.

Managing Director Ian Davies says “We are thrilled

to welcome our new colleagues at Hayden Hewett

in Esher High Street to the heart of our Gascoigne

Billinghurst brand, with offices in Cobham, Claygate,

Hinchley Wood, Woking, and now in Esher. For us,

Hayden Hewett and Esher are the missing piece of

the jigsaw, bringing with them local knowledge and

expertise for the Esher area, whilst complementing

the residential sales and lettings success we are

already known for.”

Previously a lettings only estate agency, the

Hayden Hewett business will shortly extend its

residential estate agency activities to encompass

sales and acquisition. Gascoigne Billinghurst

have previously

enjoyed a

degree of

success in selling homes in Esher from their nearby

offices in Cobham, Claygate and Hinch y Wood,

but this consolidation of the two businesses will, in

Davies’s words “enable the whole to be greater

than the sum of the parts”

Hayden Hewett Director Karen Muddyman

comments: “This announcement follows a period of

intensive planning and I am excited by the creation

of an enlarged and dynamic business, within which my

Directorship will continue in a non-executive role”

BEAUTIFUL FAMILY HOME SITUATED INTHE PRIVATE BLACKHILLS ESTATE

The property further benefits form an au-pairsuite reached to via a separate staircase, fivebedrooms, four bathrooms, kitchen/breakfastroom and four spacious receptions. With thegardens backing onto Claremont woodlandand the privacy aspect the property offersviewings are highly recommended.

£7,950 pcm

COURTYARD PLACE, PELHAMS WALK

Beautifully presented five doublebedroom family residence situated inone of Esher’s Premier Private Estatesclose to Esher Town Centre.

£9,000 pcm

“We are thrilled to welcomeour new colleagues at HaydenHewett in Esher High Street”Ian Davies, Managing Director

Lettings & Management • Residential Estate Agency • Land & New Homes • International Property

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www.haydenhewett.co www.gascoignes.co.uk

For further information contact:

Ian Davies, Managing DirectorGascoignes Property Services groupTelephone: 01932 588288Mobile: 07802 [email protected]

Placing your property in Esher on the market for sale or to let?Contact, Ben CameronHayden HewettTelephone: 01372 466607Mobile: 07798 [email protected]

“

Gascoignes Property Services is the holding company for

Gascoigne Billinghurst and its various branches, Gascoignes

Surveyors, and Gascoignes International.

The company was formed in 2002 by Ian Davies and Robert

Gascoigne-Pees, the latter whose family name has been associated

with Surrey estate agency since the 1930’s. When Surrey Estate

Agency Billinghurst Higby Chard was acquired by them in 2003

the local trading name was modified to Gascoigne Billinghurst,

which of course has nothing whatsoever to do with the

Countrywide corporate chain that still bears Robert’s family name.


Accommodation:Entrance hall, open plan kitchen/breakfast/family room,

drawing room, study and dining room. Master bedroom

on the first floor with two dressing rooms and en suite, four

further en suite bedrooms, family bathroom, studio and

gym. On the second floor there is a cinema, sixth

bedroom, bathroom and a kitchen. The Willows also has a

lifestyle resistance swimming pool, jacuzzi and landscaped

gardens.

Magnificent LuxuryFamily HomeCrown Estate, Oxshott

£9,950 pcm

Accommodation:Large sitting room, dining room, cloakroom, study and

kitchen/breakfast/family room with utility room. The first

floor comprises of master suite with dressing area and

jacuzzi bath, guest suite, two further double bedrooms

with family bathroom. The second floor provides flexible

accommodation with a double bedroom, family shower

room and a large media room/sixth bedroom.

Beautiful Family HomeFairmile Area, Cobham

£8,500 pcm

This property is a recently built, beautifully presentedfamily home that is situated within a private gateddevelopment. This property is finished to a very highstandard and offers spacious and flexible accommodation.Brookfield Place is situated just off Fairmile Lane and itis only a short drive to ACS International School.Further benefits of this property is the double garageand lovely mature gardens that surround.

This truly beautiful property has been recently built byLandinvest Homes and is situated in the popular CrownEstate. This home oozes modern character and offersgenerous accommodation and great entertaining space.The Willows, with its wide halls and stairs has beendesigned and fitted to the highest standard bothinternally and externally. Great attention has been paidto small details in this property with hand madewardrobes, an English hand made double staircase andbespoke kitchen units.



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Contemporary Living

020 7499 7722

Price £5,950,000Leasehold 972 years remaining


Palace Gate, Kensington, London, W8Refurbished to exacting standards, this stunning three/fourbedroom penthouse apartment offers a perfect blend ofcontemporary living in a period building. The apartment isarranged over the top two floors with direct lift access. Theentire property features the highest quality materials withstate of the art home entertainment and lighting systems.Situated at the northern end of Palace Gate the propertyhas uninterrupted views across Kensington Gardens withKensington Palace in the foreground.

AccommodationEntrance lobby with direct lift access, living room & dining room forten guests, guest bedroom two with en-suite dressing roomand bathroom, kitchen/breakfast room for six guests, private terrace

overlooking Kensington Park, bespoke floating walnut staircase, utilityroom, study/cinema or guest bedroom three, guest bedroom onewith en-suite bathroom, master bedroom with en-suite dressing roomand bathroom.


Superb Ground

Floor Maisonette

020 7499 7722

Asking Price £3,950,000 subject to contractLeasehold; approx. 142 years remaining


West Eaton Place, Belgravia, London, SW1A superb ground floor maisonette, with a wonderful doubleaspect reception room with high ceilings. Situated in a wellmaintained corner white stucco period building, theapartment also benefits from a secluded terrace. WestEaton Place stands at the Western end of Eaton Place closeto Eaton Square and Sloane Square.

AccommodationEntrance hall, drawing room, guest cloak room, kitchen, utility room, master bedroom with dressing room en-suite and shower roomen-suite, guest bedroom with shower and bathroom en-suite, terrace.

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Reside have been given the exclusiveopportunity to preview two of the latestdevelopments from the current Collection thathave just been launched; Princess Square andChatsworth House.

Princess Square – Esher, SurreySet within a private gated development, PrincessSquare is a collection of 27 unique andexceptional new homes in the much sought-after location, Esher. The properties enjoy aconcierge service, underground parking,security, leisure facilities and private gardens.

Designed by Royalton to echo an 18thcentury London square, Princess Squareblends the finest architectural elements of thepast with the very best of contemporary living.

A selection of three- and four-bedroomtownhouses and two- and three-bedroomapartments are available including those withinthe original 18th century Milbourne House. Twoshowhomes at Princess Square are now open,with viewings by appointment only.

Chatsworth House – Oxshott, SurreySituated in a desired location on the CrownEstate in Princes Drive, Oxshott, Surrey,Chatsworth House is a magnificent six-bedroom home finished to the highestspecification including the latest Crestrontechnology.

DetailsThe properties at Princess Square arescheduled for completion May 2011 with pricesfrom £950,000. Chatsworth House is for saleand ready for occupation with a guide price of£5.95m.

For more information on the propertiesfeatured or to discuss becoming a Royaltonclient, contact Carl Lemmer on 01372 460850or visit www.royalton.co.uk

THE COLLECTIONby Royalton

During the past decade Royalton hasdeveloped a growing following amongthe international elite for creating

quite simply the most desirable properties onthe market. Most are designed and built

around a client’s individual tastes andrequirements, ensuring a completely tailoredhome, however for those who seek theRoyalton hallmark, but not the timeframe of abespoke property there are The Collection.

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Charming Mayfair

Townhouse

020 7499 7722

£3,800,000Long leasehold, plus share of freehold


Derby Street, Mayfair, London, W1A charming mayfair townhouse located off Curzon Streetthe house has recently been the subject of an extensiverefurbishment program and offers comfortable familyliving. Derby Street is a quiet street located moments fromHyde Park and is within walking distance of Bond Street.

AccommodationThree bedrooms, two bathrooms, reception hall, drawing room,dining room, media room, conservatory, kitchen, cloakroom, storage.


Eaton Square, Belgravia, London, SW1

This stunning apartment overlooking Belgravia's premier square was recently refurbishedto provide superb five bedroom accommodation of over 6,000 square feet on two floorsonly.

Fountain House, Park Street, Mayfair, London W1

AccommodationReception room, a fully equipped kitchen, two doublebedrooms (one en-suite), two bathrooms and 24 Hourreception/concierge.

AccommodationThree reception rooms, kitchen, five bedrooms, fivebathrooms, roof terrace, garden access, lift, resident porter.

A well-presented 5th floor apartment located within this prestigious building on ParkStreet, Mayfair.

Mayfair Rentals

020 7499 772224 Curzon Street, London W1J 7TF

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£1,100 per week furnished/unfurnished

020 7499 772224 Curzon Street, London W1J 7TF

www.beauchamp.co.uk [email protected]

£15,000 per week unfurnished

Our Rentals TeamOur hardworking and very enthusiastic rentals team work from our head office at 24 Curzon Street and offer a personal and

professional service to landlords and tenants alike;

Piers Cowley – Rentals ManagerAfter graduating in Estate Management

at the Royal Agricultural College of

Cirencester, Piers went on to work in estate

agency, both sales and lettings and has

also worked for an asset management

company. He brings a wealth of

experience to the rentals department

along with a valuable contact base.

Karolina Fiszbak – Lettings CoordinatorHaving obtained a Masters Degree in

Economics from the Technical University

of Koszalin, Poland in 2003, Karolina now

has some 6 years experience as a

lettings administrator and senior

coordinator. She is enthusiastic and

professional and relishes the challenge of

problem solving and attention to detail.

Candice Burkeman – Negotiator After studying photography at Parsons

School of Design, Candice joined our

Lettings team at Beauchamp Estates

in September 2010 following a work

experience placement. With a family

background in property, Candice is a

natural and is now studying for her

ARLA exams.


Delightful 19th Century

Coach House

020 7722 9793

Price £3,500,000Leasehold plus share of freehold


Abbey Road, St John’s Wood, London, NW6A delightful late 19th century freehold detached coachhouse constructed over two floors with the added benefit ofa separate Studio. The two properties comprising some3,380 sq ft in total are accessed via electric gates and adriveway with off street parking for two cars. Refurbished in2007, there is air conditioning throughout.

AccommodationMain house: drawing room, dining room, family room, kitchen,utility room, guest clk, master bedroom with en-suite bathroom anddressing room, guest bedroom with en-suite bathroom, two further

bedrooms, two further shower rooms (one en-suite), paved garden,terrace and garden shed. There is a fully boarded attic with amplestorage space. Studio: Sitting room with open plan kitchen, bedroomand shower room.

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“ESCAPE FOR A DAY TO THE ULTIMATE BLISS OF NIRVANA

SPA . . . A MAGICAL RETREAT OF PURE HEALING WATERS

AND AN EXPERIENCE BEYOND RELAXATION.“

ELIZABETH BAXENDALE UNWINDS WITH ANOTHER SPA VISIT!

N I R V A N A S P A


Yes a visit to Nirvana Spa, the UK's

largest Day Spa, will take you on a most

convivial journey relaxing both mind and

body and leaving you feeling revived and

totally refreshed.

Pamper yourself with one of the Spa’s all-

inclusive day or evening experiences

which offer the ultimate in relaxation and

include use of all Spa facilities, a light

meal, selected refreshments, robe and

towel hire and a ‘celestial float’ in one of

Nirvana Spa’s unique Dead Sea Floatation

Pools. Heavenly indeed!

The award-winning facilities at Nirvana

Spa, which is situated in the peaceful rural

perhaps almost sleepy area of

Wokingham in Berkshire, are an oasis of

serenity where mind, body and soul come

together promoting health and well-

being. From the moment you enter

Nirvana you feel like you are being swept

away to a distant paradise. Its warm and

friendly atmosphere providing a haven of

harmony, calm and tranquillity, it is truly a

place quite free from the stresses of the

world outside.

Designed for busy people seeking that

all too rare opportunity to relax and

unwind, Nirvana Spa's luxurious

surroundings will allow you to sit back

and, even if only for a few precious

hours, to take it easy letting your cares

and worries pass you by.


Nirvana Spa has an unbelievable six

Pools, each one filled with pure spa

water to cleanse and energise. Water

taken from deep beneath the ground

that is at this Spa’s very heart.

For total relaxation step into the Ocean

or Celestial Pools, facilities like no other

available in the UK! Lie back and float,

your full body weight being supported

and nurtured by the water’s Dead Sea

mineral salt. Nirvana Spa ships in

hundreds of tons of Dead Sea mineral

salt for the sole purpose of de-stressing

its Spa guests. These magical Dead Sea

mineral salts contain 21 minerals (21!) to

enhance your skin and leave it feeling

soft, silky and smooth. It is said that just

one hour floating in these Pools is the

equivalent of a good night’s sleep! No

wonder Nirvana Spa’s USP is the

Floatation Experience. Fabulous!

The water’s current gently moves you

around the Pool which is heated to body

temperature making it so relaxing that

your limbs feel as if they are melting into

the water. As you gradually unwind, your

mind becomes calm and your concerns

float away, easing muscle tension and

stresses. Look above you as you float in

the Celestial Pool and the ceiling is full of

twinkling stars all perfectly positioned.

Blissful! A totally wonderful sensation!

There are so many rooms and facilities

to explore that you can easily while

away the hours without ever having to

book a treatment. That being said and

once tried the Celestial Pure Indulgence

Body Massage at £60.00 for 55 minutes

is quite simply just that... pure

indulgence! This therapeutic full body

massage eases tension, relieves stress

and leaves your body feeling pampered

to extremes. A signature blend of oils

most suited to your own personal needs

are selected and to ensure that you feel

spoiled from top to toe this treatment

includes a divine head and scalp

massage with a conditioning mineral

hair and scalp mud from Nirvana’s own

Celestial Spa Authentic Comfort and

Clarity product collections leaving your

hair shiny and soft.

After such total and extravagant luxury

head for the Relaxation Room or give

one of the Floatation Pools a go! Or

perhaps another go!

If however your Nirvana Spa visit is all

about relaxation - total relaxation - then

a visit to the tranquil Nirvana Room


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Tepidarium is essential. Its subdued

lighting and heated ceramic loungers

make it the perfect environment in which

to take a catnap or simply to rest

following a treatment.

For the more energetic Nirvana Spa has

a well-equipped gym as well as outside

tennis courts with the Pulse 8 Health &

Fitness Club having firmly established

itself as Berkshire’s leading Health &

Fitness Club.

fragrant n-spa Fruit, n-spa Indulgence

and luxurious n-spa Professional

product ranges.

So when will you find your Nirvana... ?

From the Hydrotherapy Spa Pool, the

very memorable two Dead Sea

Floatation Pools, the 15m Roman Pool,

the 18m Relaxation Pool and the 25m

Fitness Pool to the Sauna and

Aromatherapy Steam Rooms, the

heated loungers and the extraordinarily

well-equipped gym there is plenty to

explore and enjoy at Nirvana Spa.

Magazines and newspapers are freely

available if you just want to spend your

time lounging and there are healthy

salads and snacks as well as the more

indulgent treat including a variety of

fresh and highly tempting cakes to

enjoy in the Garden Café.

And as you reluctantly leave behind

your Nirvana Spa experience and until

you visit again perhaps treat yourself to

one or even two of the Spa’s expertly-

formulated Celestial Spa Authentic

Comfort and Clarity products and

recreate your visit in the privacy of your

own bathroom. Also available to

purchase are Nirvana’s own deliciously


Accommodation:Entrance hall, cloakroom, fitted kitchen/breakfast room, utility room, dual

aspect living room, dining room, study, master bedroom with en suite and

fitted wardrobes, four further bedrooms, family bathroom, detached

double garage, driveway parking, large split level rear garden with

summerhouse, double glazed throughout, newly decorated and carpeted,

gas central heating, security alarm system.

Near Town CentreWoking £3,200 pcm unfurnishedSituated in the favoured Horsell area of Woking and set in a quiet cul-de-sac of only a few choice properties. A substantial family propertyof character, yet of modern construction and convenience and furtherbenefitting from being within half a mile to both Woking town centre(with its fast mainline train service to London) and Horsell Village.

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By understanding the needs and desires of their clients, StevenThorne create interiors that are truly unique.

With over 30 years expertise in the diverse field of interior design,sourcing the finest manufacturers and suppliers – makes StevenThorne a leading distributor for Composit, Milldue, Olivieri,Flexform, Reflex and a selection of other premier manufacturers.

From initial design and spatial planning through to projectmanagement, they manage every aspect of every project.

Attention to detail is crucial at every stage, where schemes aremeticulously planned and executed to ensure the best possiblequality of service. Spatial and interior designs are demonstratedusing 2D CAD drawings, 3D renders and video walkthroughs thatgive an absolute impression of the finished designs.

The end result is a complete life design - that is as individual as theclients themselves.

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Leigh-on-SeaEssex SS9 2UL

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deepRootsIn light of the recent publication of his first book, Garden,

acclaimed landscape garden designer Randle Siddeley reflects ona lifetime in the garden design business.

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T he roots of Randle Siddeley’spassion for gardens certainlyrun deep. From earlychildhood experiences of thegreat outdoors, to teenage

years spent shadowing his father,renowned interior designer John Siddeley,an unerring enthusiasm for design andhorticulture was cultivated duringRandle’s seemingly industrious youth.Now an acclaimed landscape gardendesigner with 35 years’ experience underhis belt, Randle, whose official title is TheLord Kenilworth, has written his firstbook, Garden. It not only celebrates asuccessful career in landscape gardendesign, but also gives an intimate insightinto the milestones of a lifelong passion.

As a boy growing up in Suffolk,surrounded by Constable’s rural landscape,Randle was trusted with his own gardenplots to tend in the grounds of the familyhomes - Old Oak Cottage, and later, TheDeans. He delighted in watching seeds thathe had planted transform into flowers, andit was in these early days that, in his ownwords, he “realised that a garden allowedyou to escape and to create your ownworld.” Much knowledge was gleaned fromthe gardener, Mr Buckledy, who Randleinterrogated persistently about hisgardening practices, apparently much tothe amusement (and patience) of this oldgardening hand. In his teenage years, jobsat Crampthorne’s nursery, and the Chelseaflorists Pulbrook & Gould, honed Randle’senthusiasm, skills and understanding ofplant life. However, it was his work as ayoung man alongside his father whichbrought about an interest in the synergybetween inside and outside space, andwhich proved to be the springboard for hiscareer in landscape design.

Under his father’s expert guidance,Randle learnt the importance ofunderstanding the mechanics of design,something reflected in the attention todetail applied to his projects today. Asexplained in Garden “He [John Siddeley]believed, rightly, that a good designershould understand the construction of ahouse and everything that went on behindits walls... The same thing applies tolandscape design. It is not enough toselect plants or choose the right colour ofstone. You have to understand aspect,light, climate, soil, water tables and winddirection. You have to be able to lookbeyond what is there and see howsomething radically different might work.


You have to feel a sympathy with the settingof the house and garden, with thearchitecture and age of the building, with thepeople whose garden this is. And then youhave to work within constraints of budgetand time to achieve a magical result.”

These are the challenges of garden designthat Randle took on board when he set uphis landscaping business in 1975. Today, histwin companies, Siddeley Landscape Designsand Randle Siddeley Associates are wellregarded globally for their commitment toexcellence and bespoke design. From privateresidential gardens in town and country, tolarge commercial schemes in the UK andoverseas, Randle and his team applyvisionary imagination, understanding andtechnical skill to each and every project.

In what has become a huge growthindustry during the past few decades, theaward-winning team has embracedchanging working practices, concerns andemerging trends, including sustainability.Randle was instrumental in pioneering theconcept of design-and-build, stronglybelieving that landscape design shouldencompass every stage of a garden’screation - from concept to installation,and even maintenance. Today, wellthought out, attractive outside space isrecognised as being as important as theinterior design of a home in terms ofvalue, appeal and longevity.

Unlike interior design, the organicnature of a garden presents the difficultyof creating something that continuously

evolves. In Garden, Randle demonstratesvaried solutions to this challenge, and thespecific challenges of each particularproject, handpicked from his extensiveportfolio of work. “The book consists of afantastic cross section of projects, “Randleexplains. “There is everything fromtraditional English country estates,through to contemporary urban spaces. Italso illustrates the extent of ourinternational projects - in North America,the Mediterranean and the Middle East.Each project is extremely special in itsown way and I like to think every one istotally unique because of our commitmentto working closely with the client toensure their personal style is reflected intheir garden.”

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Indeed, what unites the 26 case studiesincluded in the book is a desire to make �gardens that suit both the landscape thatsurrounds them and the people who usethem. Randle shows how achieving astrong core design is essential in order tothen make valid and effective choices ofmaterials, plants, trees, furniture, lightingand artworks. The book also includesadditional advice for those wishing todesign their own spectacular garden.Randle recognises that gardens are formany people a chance to engage withnature and create an outdoor space that isboth pleasing and personal.

In the touching heartfelt openingintroduction to Garden, Randle concludes,

“Since boyhood, I have seen the happinessthat gardens give, a reward for all thepatience and hard labour they entail. Ithink their enduring popularity is to dowith what I first discovered at Old OakCottage - that sense of creating your ownprivate world. For anyone who desires todo that for themselves, I hope this bookwill be both a guide and a friend.”

Garden, by Randle Siddeley, edited by Helen Chislett, was published in May 2011 by Frances Lincoln, priced at £50.

www.franceslincoln.com www.randlesiddeley.co.uk

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