- You will be supporting the Hambledon Greening Campaign set up to help motivate people to reduce their energy consumption and therefore lower their personal and community carbon footprint.
- You will have the opportunity to learn more about the National Greening Campaign and how you can immediately reduce your home and business carbon footprint.
- There will be the opportunity to enter the Landscape Painting Competition.
- Opportunity to explore stalls addressing issues of sustainability, recycling and retrofit as well as rewilding.
- Enjoy a fun and informative afternoon with diverse activities including face painting, so a fun filled afternoon for all the family.
Hambledon Greening Festival, Sunday 11th September 2pm at the Church, Hambledon, Hampshire
- In 2016 the South Downs National Park was granted International Dark Sky Reserve status, making it one of the best places in the country to view the night sky. Today, there are only 16 such Reserves in the world.
- The South Downs National Park is home to a number of globally important habitats, including lowland heath, described as rarer than rainforest.
- Woolmer Forest, a lowland heath site, is the only place in the country to have all 12 of the UK’s native amphibian and reptile species.
- The South Downs is home to a number of rare species, including the Adonis blue butterfly that thrives in chalk grassland.
- It is thought that the chalk ridgeline of the South Downs Way has been used by people for more than 6000 years.
1. The demand for rural properties remains high, particularly in the South with its accessibility to commuter links and areas of protected countryside.
2. The supply of property remains low, and this combined with low interest rates, making mortgages more accessible, indicates that the market will continue to remain strong for the future.
3. As we move through the summer prospective buyers and tenants are keen to secure a home before the winter.
4. A buy to let property is likely to also be a capital growth asset.
5. There is likely to be a financial consequence to Covid and if you plan a longer term rental or buy or sell now, then you may be able protect yourself from any impending economic uncertainty.
These circumstances make now the ideal time to sell or rent your home. At The Country House Company we are flexible in our approach, working as a team to ensure the best outcome for you and your property. We can explore all your options with you and offer a package to suit your needs.
Beautiful fully furnished 5 bedroom country house in the heart of The South Downs near Midhurst, available for short term £8,500 pcm.
Part furnished/furnished 5 bed former Hunting Lodge with spacious elegant accommodation and large garden situated in Funtington, £4,750 pcm excl inc gardening.
Stunning, recently converted 2 bedroom barn, finished to an extremely high standard, situated in a peaceful location in Preshaw, £2,250 pcm excl
Charming ground floor, recently renovated, 3 bedroom apartment situated within the grounds of The National Trust Uppark House, £1,250 pcm excl
Light and spacious 1 bedroom apartment in central village location, finished to a high standard, South Harting, £900 pcm excl
For full details on all properties available to rent through The Country House Company see www.countryhousecompany or call 02392 632 275
5 good reasons to sell now……….
The demand for properties is high – There is an imbalance between supply and demand. Applicants are putting considerable pressure on agents to let them know about any properties coming to the market, so if you market a property now, it is likely to attract considerable interest.
The future is unpredictable – Given the rapidly changing circumstances and likely economic changes, it is not easy to predict when a downturn may come.
Mortgage rates are low – Buyers are able to commit to a low fixed rate mortgage and create long term financial stability making this an attractive time to be buying.
This is the season to sell – Spring and summer are an ideal time to sell a house. Properties and locations present better at this time of the year and as the summer holidays approach people have the time to focus on plans. As we are being encouraged to holiday in the UK it will mean more people will be discovering the benefits of living in The South.
If the time is right for you – The best time to sell is always when it is the right time for you personally, and if personal circumstances dictate that you ideally need to sell now, then it is fortunate to have caught a sellers’ market.
As an independent property agency, we are able to fully focus on our client and their property. We are able to be flexible in our approach and not ‘one size fits all’. We can quickly adapt to changing markets to always ensure the best outcome for our clients.
So now is the time to make the most of this opportunity and call Kate Porter on 02392 632 275.
- Rare opportunity to buy a historic imposing residence that has not been on the open market for many years
- Recorded as the oldest house in the village of Hambledon, Hampshire, and is of historic significance
- Approximately 3 acres of gardens and grounds
- Extensive detached 2 bedroom annex with excellent accommodation
- The property includes numerous outbuildings including a large barn and detached garage with store and a granary
- There are of course many more reasons! For full details click here!
It is exciting to be involved and supporting regional events and charities, here are 5 that we are supporting, more to be listed shortly…………
The East Meon Cricket and Village party – June 26th East Meon Cricket Ground.
The Harting bus – Carrying schoolchildren every weekday (term-time) from the Hartings to Petersfield and back, five times a week for shoppers and unscheduled ‘specials’ at least weekly.
Petersfield Shakespeare Festival 2021- Wylds Christmas Tree Farm, Liss, 20th – 25th July showing A Midsummers Night’s Dream.
Hambledon Summer Show – 28th August, Hambledon Village Hall.
The Countryside Alliance Lobster Shoot – Friday 25th June, East Meon.
The good news is that less than 1% of tenancy deposits protected by Tenancy Deposit Scheme are disputed at the end of a tenancy.
However, the 1% that are disputed can be time consuming, costly and often avoidable. So it is worth looking at the most common causes and how to avoid a dispute.
In the UK in 2020 47% of disputes were over cleaning, 43% cited damage to property, 29% cited redecoration, 18% cited rent arrears and 12% cited gardening.
Some disputes will be unavoidable but many can be prevented by clear communication at the beginning of the tenancy, professional management of expectations and good tenancy deposit process.
Ensure tenants understand that the property must be left in the same condition it was found (allowing for fair wear and tear).
Be crystal clear about tenant and landlord responsibilities at the beginning of the tenancy.
Include detail on the internal and external maintenance of the property.
Always conduct a thorough inventory, check in and check out. Ensure the inventory clerk makes a note of every detail and includes many photographs in the report.
Keep a clear record of all communication throughout the tenancy.
If a dispute is unavoidable then tenants and landlords should be open to the option of mediation, which can save time and money on court costs.
Ultimately the best advice we can give is to use a professional agency who are proficient, trained and experienced in the process of managing tenancies and disputes should they arise.
There is a high demand for rental properties, particularly in the South with its accessibility to commuter links and areas of protected countryside.
- Low cost buy-to-let finance coupled with a fixed term rate and a long term tenancy agreement, with renewal clause, will provide financial security.
- The buy to let property is likely to also be a capital growth asset.
- Tax relief is still available to landlords to cover agency fees including full management which means any income or financial gain can be reasonably hassle free.
- There is likely to be a financial consequence to Covid and if you plan a longer term rental then you may be able protect yourself from any impending economic uncertainty.
Using a professional agency to manage a tenanted property gives peace of mind to the landlord and the tenant. To discuss this further please call Kate Morton or Claudia Hunt on 02392 632 275