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EASTERN CHARMWe look inside a property with enviable views

GLOBAL BACHELOR FEATURECheck out our roundup of the top bachelor pads worldwide

MARKET UPDATE & MONEY DETOXINGKeep on top of your money matters this 2015

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FEATURED LISTINGSFeatured Sales ...........................................4Featured Rentals ................................... 26

FEATURES Top Bachelor Pads ..................................12Top 10 Legendary Bachelors .............13Money update ...........................................14New Year, New Lease? ..........................16Property Profi le ...................................... 20Finishing Touches ...................................24 JECC Update ............................................24Directory .....................................................28JEAA Comment ..................................... 30

AGENT LISTINGSDandara ........................................................6Wilsons ..........................................................8Le Gallais Estates ..................................... 11Choice Properties ....................................17Moore Properties .....................................18Benest Estates .........................................22Uniquely Flats & Houses .....................27

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£325,000 St PeterPRETTY PERFECT This stunningly impressive detached cottage has been comprehensively and sympathetically refurbished throughout. Tastefully finished with an incredible eye for detail, the property offers a fabulous alternative to an apartment and is simply ideal for a young couple or single professional. Only a short stroll from the Vic in the Valley pub, on a bus route and also soon benefitting from the new St Mary to Tesson cycle path, this really is an idyllic location to take a woodland stroll from the adjacent duck pond and car park. Very rarely found and certain to sell quickly. RED 710710

£1,850,000 GoreyWHAT A VIEW! A spectacular recently constructed 3 bedroom harbour-side residence enjoying breathtaking views towards Mont Orgeuil Castle, Gorey Harbour and Grouville Bay. The accommodation is superbly appointed, is of a most appealing design and has been planned to gain maximum benefit of the stunning views enjoyed with access at all levels to large sun decks and balconies. The lower ground floor could easily be used for a studio apartment. There is an integral double garage plus carport parking for an additional 2 cars.  GAUDIN & CO 670333

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£1,250,000 St LawrenceThis substantial family home is in immaculate condition. The main house provides over 3000 sq ft of luxury accommodation with four double bedrooms with the master suite having the extra benefit of a dressing room and en-suite. Downstairs there is a spacious and bright living room, separate dining room, a good sized kitchen with

utility room and plenty of storage space. The attic space is easily accessed with a pull down ladder and is partly floored, this could be converted into additional living space if required and subject to planning permission being granted.SAVILLS 722227

£895,000 St SaviourPERFECT PROPORTIONS Delightful period house approached via a long gravel driveway with a well established garden with large lawn area and mature shrub borders. Briefly comprising of 4 reception rooms, large modern kitchen with AGA, cloakroom and two large bedroom suites. This is a truly unique property of excellent proportions with many original features and providing extreme privacy. Ample parking. WILSONS 877977

St Lawrence £1,195,000

Detached family home3 Spacious receptionsLarge gardens & sun patioDouble garage & quiet location

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St Peter £850,000

Large period propertyFamily kitchen & 2 reception roomsSouth facing garden & patio areaLarge basement area

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St Helier £209,000

Share Transfer Open plan kitchen/living roomClose to Town CentreLow service charge

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Grouville £695,000

Detached propertySpacious open place livingSeparate kitchen, utility & sun roomGarden, sun terrace & garage

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St Saviour £995,000

4 Bed main house & 1 bed flat2 Reception rooms & conservatoryGood sized lawned gardenClose to schools & walk to work

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St Lawrence £650,000

Detached family homeSitting/dining roomKitchen/breakfastGarden, patio and garage

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St Lawrence £875,000

Character home in popular locationRenovated Victorian house with incomeSea views over St Aubin’s Bay South facing manageable garden

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St Saviour £265,000

Flying freeholdOpen plan kitchen/living roomImmaculate presentationClose to town centre

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St Ouen’s Bay £995,000

Contemporary newly built homeAmazing kitchen / diner Living room with wood burnerRoof terrace with bay views & gardens

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St Peter

St Martin

£2,400,000

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Commanding magnificent uninterrupted sea views over St Aubin;s Bay, this substantial Victorian home enjoys a sought after location.

Large south facing garden and orchard area, original granite built (unmodernised) outbuilding, providing garage and storage.

The characterful accommodation is attractively presented and includes 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and 3/4 receptions.

A ‘cutting-edge’ kitchen breakfast room has recently been installed.

This handsome Georgian property provides excellent accommodation and gardens for a family along with impressive receptions for entertaining.

There are 5 bedrooms, 5 receptions plus orangery. A fabulous Mark Wilkinson kitchen and an excellent purpose built cottage with a single bedroom but with the potential to create a second.

Conveniently located for St Michael’s and the main colleges.

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‘MAN CAVE’, ‘MAN LAND’ OR ‘MAN SPACE’, WHATEVER

YOU CALL IT, EVERY MAN HUNGERS TO BE THE KING OF

HIS OWN CASTLE. HERE WE TAKE A LOOK AT SOME OF

THE WORLD’S MOST SOUGHT AFTER BACHELOR PADS…

ESQUIRE’S VERY OWN PENTHOUSE

Take 9,000-square-feet of Manhattan penthouse in the extravagant new SoHo Mews building, enlist the help of a handful of world-renowned designers and luxury brands and voila, you have the ultimate living space: Esquire SoHo.

With its 3,000-square-foot wraparound terrace, two hot tubs, a music studio, eight flat-screen TVs and finishing touches that include crystal Q-tip holders and an Obscura Digital pool table brandishing a life size image of Scarlett Johannson – this particular penthouse is something of a talking point.

Want to move in? This dream pad will set you back a mere £13 million!

Where: Soho, Lower ManhattanPrice: £13 million

LIFE AT THE TOP

Even without its celebrity status, Hugh Grant’s former £2.5 million home has to be one of the capital’s coolest penthouses. This top-floor apartment, with its enviable postcode, boasts picture-perfect views of London’s most romantic skyline, whereby potential owners can savour the dreamy silhouettes of the Natural history and Victoria & Albert Museum.

From the finest marble in the bathrooms to rich American walnut wood throughout, to the astounding seven ‘custom-made’ crystal chandeliers, no expense has been spared in fashioning this penthouse into a picture-perfect property. Other lavish features include silk-satin bespoke curtains, bevelled mirrors, wood-slatted blinds, a rooftop pool and a state-of-the-art gym. On top of this, expect to find every 21st century gizmo available to man inside, including a six-person Jacuzzi and an alfresco movie room – perfect for parties that last until the early hours.

The fact that the Hugh Grant – the ultimate in British bachelordom – owned this property only adds to its value.

Where: Harrington Gardens, Kensington, LondonPrice: POA

POWER PENTHOUSE

With its industrial black, red and steel furnishings, this Parisian Penthouse has been aptly named the ‘Power’ pad. Boasting an amalgam of floating fireplaces and risqué art, plus an incredible view of an equally incredible city, it’s little wonder a night here costs as much as it does.

Where: Paris, FrancePrice: £2000 per night

HOME RUNWith enough seating for the Yankee’s starting lineup – plus a few extras – this plush pad (once owned by Derek Jeter), takes pride of place in the Trump World Tower. Inside you’ll find diamond-shaped wooden flooring, a slate fireplace, club chairs embellished with nails, a poker table and a black piano. Team this with the incredible views of the UN building, East River and Empire State Building – all visible through a 77-foot wall

of windows – and you have the ultimate New York bachelor pad.

And as if this wasn’t enough, the 16-foot-high walls appear swathed in suede wallpaper and there’s even an old school bar tabletop Pac-Man game.

Where: East 48th Street, New YorkPrice: £18 million

BACHELOR LIVING

With its impressive infinity pool, under ground spa, open fire pits and pointy edges, this breathtaking property, which sits below the notorious Hollywood Hills, is anything but your average apartment, just like previous owner Ashton Kutcher.

Asides from the modest eight bedrooms, this three-story, 9,385 square-foot property is also home to exposed contemporary beams, a wine cellar, a state-of-the-art gym, a spa-worthy sauna and its very own elevator.

Where: Hollywood, Lake Hollywood EstatesPrice: £7 million

With their fast-paced lifestyles and ample bank accounts, these legendary bachelors are the envy of many men… 

A SIZZLING STYLE STATEMENT

Situated in a stunning skyscraper, featuring a hotel-worthy spa, fitness centre and valet services, as well as a rooftop terrace, bicycle room and integrated WiFi, this lavish apartment will envelope you in undiluted luxury.

Brimming with vintage collectibles and statement antiques, this bachelor pad, customized by Steve Harivel, certainly packs a style punch. Views of the New York skyline can be seen from almost every floor-to-ceiling window, whilst the entire apartment appears to have been draped in reclaimed hardwood. Large glass dividers separate bedrooms from living areas, whilst Hawaiian 1920’s stainless steel Art Deco doors stand proud in the kitchen.

Other embellishments include mohair sofas, Napoleon III chairs, vintage French leather club-style seats and industrial lighting – each element adds to this apartment’s magical and timeless setting.

Where: Setai Wall Street, New YorkPrice: £8 million

1. GEORGE EASTMANHe made a living snapping some of the best moments of his client’s married lives, but never made it down the aisle himself. In fact, the only love affair George Eastman had – the founder of the Eastman Kodak Company and the originator of roll film – was with his camera. 2. JAMES BUCHANANAsides from a brief engagement with Ann Caroline Coleman, the daughter of a wealthy businessman, the 15th president of the United States lived and died a bachelor. 3. DR A. P. J. ABDUL KALAMNicknamed the ‘Missile Man of India’, Dr. Kalam served many roles – husband wasn’t one of them. Instead, he poured his mind and money into becoming the 11th President of India, an eminent nuclear scientist and an extraordinary aerospace engineer. 4. AL PACINODespite several love affairs with various big screen starlets, Al Pacino’s love for the single status was much greater. This movie master stands as Hollywood’s longest reigning bachelor. 5. EDWARD HEATHThis notable politician boasts an avid CV; unfortunately marriage wasn’t one of his many skills. Despite a firm following of female friends, this Prime Minister turned music buff was a lifelong bachelor.

6. ISAAC NEWTONHe revolutionised the world through a series of staggering researches and in-depth discoveries, but never married. Instead, he became one of the most celebrated bachelors of all time. 7. VOLTAIREAsides from being the Great Grandfather of satire, Voltaire was also renowned for his advocacy of civil liberties and freedom of expression. Although he favoured the single status, he was never short of his fair share of intellectual mistresses. 8. LUDWIG VAN BEETHOVENOf a number of romantic attachments, none blossomed into marriage for Beethoven – a music connoisseur responsible for inumerable historic masterpieces. 9. BLAISE PASCALThis radical inventor was a computing genius. Unfortunately he spent more time researching mathematics and physics than he did women. During his short lifespan, he opened many scientific doors; matrimony wasn’t one of them. 10.  LEONARDO DA VINCIPossibly one of the most famous bachelors in the world and also, some say, the most gifted human to have ever graced the planet, Leonardo da Vinci lead an extremely private life – a secret that is a compelling subject for many historians today.

BROWN DIAMOND

What was once a modest property in the village of Les Praz is now a four-story, high-tech contemporary chalet, comprising three bathrooms, four bedrooms, geothermal heating and LED, tech-savvy light fixtures.

Described as a showroom for the designer Renaud Chevallier’s architectural talents, the chalet is now a treasure trove of quirky materials and futuristic panache. Purple-tinged alligator hide, glass walls and a cylindrical black and white wood-burning stove sit alongside horizontal wooden panels, which give the property its faux-rustic feel. James Bond would approve.

Where: Les Praz, ChamonixPrice: POA

Do you know where your money goes each month and are you satisfi ed that you are getting the best value possible? Now is the perfect time to take a look over your monthly bank statements and scrutinise each payment that goes to cover your life insurance policies, savings plans and pensions. With the help of a qualifi ed fi nancial adviser you can work through them to ensure the premiums you pay are the most cost-e� ective available and the terms are market-leading and appropriate for your circumstances. For some this can provide the peace of mind that everything is in order. For others it could result in some changes being necessary to improve your situation and provide better value. Call Henley Financial on 789830 now for a fi nancial review and detox your fi nances.

THE JERSEY MARKET In 2014 the local market started to show signs of getting busier and this continued throughout the year with several peaks and troughs, but with none of the dramatic price rises witnessed in parts of the UK. With lower asking prices, reduced interest rates and a good choice of fl ats and houses available in all sectors of the market, this is a very good time to consider becoming a First Time Buyer or a homemover. To fi nd out more please take a look at our website www.mortgageshop.je, email us on info@mortgageshop.je or call Tracey on reception to book an appointment 789830 – you won’t be disappointed!!

FIRST TIME BUYERS If you are buying a property you need a deposit, although First Time Buyers really do struggle to fi nd the funds needed to provide the minimum of 10% for the deposit and to cover legal fees. Don’t worry – a 100% mortgage is now available which means that all you have to do is fi nd the legal fees, although you will need to fi nd a close relative who owns a property in Jersey to act as a guarantor

30-Day Money Detox

BASE RATE COUNTDOWN When will the Bank of England Base Rate start to rise? Following countless reviews over the past two years, the Bank is currently expecting the rate to rise from 0.5% in late 2015 – but watch this space!

WE REALLY LIKE THESE MORTGAGE INTEREST RATES!

From the beginning of 2015 the concessions on Stamp Duty currently available from the States of Jersey on purchases up to £450,000 will be reduced to a lower ceiling of £400,000 for First Time Buyers.

60% 0.99%70% tracker 1.99%85% 3 year fi xed 3.05%85% 5 year fi xed 3.99%90% 5 year fi xed 4.39%100% 5 year fi xed 5.99%There is a chance that some of these rates will fall even further during the next few weeks.

The Bank of England Base Rate is still at 0.5% - the British economy is recovering so quickly that the markets are warning that we should prepare for an increase at sometime in the future

At The Mortgage Shop we do not expect local house prices to increase in the immediate future and it is still possible to negotiate on most asking prices

Unless you have a high income, don’t be tempted by the very low cost tracker rates. Fix for at least 3 years, better still go for a 5 year fi xed rate.

For further information or advice please do not hesitate to contact Katharine Marshall at Ogier on +44 1534 753904.Alternatively, visit us online at www.ogierproperty.com

Don’t forget the condition report! As many landlords and tenants in Jersey will already be aware, from 31st October 2014, any new residential tenancy agreement must contain a tenancy condition report.

Introduced by the Residential Tenancy (Condition Reports) (Jersey) Order 2014, the aim of this new law is to both reduce disputes between parties on termination of the tenancy agreement in respect of the condition of the property, and more generally to encourage improvements in property management standards.

A condition report records the physical condition and state of repair of a property when a tenant moves into it. 

It’s compulsory for the landlord to complete a condition report within 7 days of a tenant agreeing to live in the property. If he doesn’t, the landlord could be fined up to £2,000. 

What must a report contain?The States of Jersey website has a template report which can be downloaded by visiting http://bit.ly/1phwTbt

Alternatively you can create your own condition report as long as it includes: • the name and address of the landlord (or managing agent if any)• the name(s) of the tenant(s) • the address of the property• the date on which the tenant is entitled to take possession of the property• the date on which the condition report is recorded• a description of the condition of the walls, ceilings and floors in each room • any fixtures, fittings and furniture included in the tenancy agreement

Once prepared, the landlord must provide 2 copies to the tenant within 7 days. The tenant must then:• review the condition report• accept what the landlord has written within 7 days by signing the report and returning a copy to the landlord, OR• mark anything disputed by marking their initials next to the comments and returning a copy of the report to the landlord.

The landlord can choose to accept the objections, initial what they agree with and return it to the tenant. Alternatively the parties may need to go to Court or to an Adjudicator.

May I include photographs?Photographs can help support comments made on a condition report, but should not replace the report.  Any photographs should be signed and dated by the landlord and tenant. 

Updating the condition reportThere may be times when you may want to update your existing report or complete a new one, e.g. when work has been done to improve the condition of the property. You can record these changes either through a new condition report or by adding to the original, but it must be signed and dated by both the landlord and tenant.

Do I need a report if I am just extending or varying an existing tenancy arrangement?If you are renewing or varying your tenancy, you can choose whether to complete a new condition report. If not, the report completed at the beginning of your tenancy will have effect. 

What happens at the end of the tenancy?At the end of the tenancy agreement the condition report will be used by the landlord to verify that the property is in the same condition as at the commencement of the tenancy (subject to wear and tear if applicable in the lease).

The report would be used as evidence for both parties should there be a dispute in relation to the release of the rent deposit due to the condition of the property. If agreement cannot be reached by the parties, it will then be considered by the Court or an Adjudicator.

And don’t forget….The Residential Tenancy (Deposit Scheme) (Jersey) Regulations 2014 will come into force on 28 February 2015 by which date

the States will have appointed a scheme administrator. Once further regulations come into force (likely to be mid-Summer 2015), that administrator will be obliged to hold any rent deposit paid by a tenant (as opposed to a landlord holding the monies).

It is hoped this scheme will reduce disputes regarding the non-return of deposits to tenants by unscrupulous landlords. At the end of the tenancy, if the parties agree the amount of deposit to be repaid, the scheme administrator will be notified and must release the amount within 5 days. If either party disputes how much deposit money should be returned, the scheme administrator will hold onto the deposit until the dispute has been resolved, either by the parties coming to an agreement between themselves or via the new alternative means of dispute resolution (ADR) service funded by the scheme, or by order of the Petty Debts Court.

Much of the detail has yet to be confirmed by the States including the identity of the scheme administrator and the level of fee charged to each depositor (estimated to be c. £10-£20).

“It’s compulsory for the landlord to complete a condition report within 7 days of a tenant agreeing to live in the property. If he doesn’t, the landlord could be fined up to £2,000”

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01534 620620www.choicejersey.com

• Superb former chapel • Super double-height ceiling• South facing garden • Parking & garage• Contemporary design • Internal viewing absolutely essential

• Fabulous location • Stunning ‘eat-in’ kitchen • Large living room• Master bedroom ensuite • Character home with granite fireplace• Walk to restaurants & shops

• Headland & sea views• Contemporary open-plan living space• Top of the range kitchen• Prestigous location• Electric gated entrance• Flexible accommodation – 2 generation

• Secluded purpose built country apartment • Tranquil country outlook• Superb fully fitted kitchen • Open-plan living room• Large private balcony • Parking for 2/3 cars

ONE OF JERSEY’S FINEST VIEWS• Breathtaking views over St Brelade’s Bay • South and west aspect• Private manageable grounds • Quiet location• Main house & detached 2 bedroom cottage • Over 5000 square feet• Unique opportunity

CONTACT GILL HUNT 07797 721881KEYS HELD FOR WEEKEND VIEWINGS

St Lawrence

St Aubin

St Brelade

St Ouen

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• No housing qualifications required• Beautiful detached granite home• Original real fire• Large kitchen diner with aga• Lovely private garden• Use of pool & tennis court• Available immediately

• Granite house • Country location• Large 20’ kitchen• Character features • 24’ Living room with real fire• No children or pets• Available immediately

• Detached spacious bungalow• 2/3 Receptions• Modern fitted kitchen/diner• Lovely conservatory• Private secure garden• Garage & parking• Available immediately

St Ouen Trinity St Ouen£3,350pcm £2,500pcm £1,800pcm

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£950,000 QUALIFIED

Detached Family Home2 Receptions & OfficeGated Driveway

Stunning GardensNo Onward Chain

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St Helier

£248,000 QUALIFIED

Terraced HouseSeparate KitchenWorking Fireplace

Regret No ParkingNo Onward Chain

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St Saviour

£355,000 QUALIFIED

Detached HouseGarage & Parking SpaceModernisation Required

Enclosed GardenNo Onward Chain

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St Ouen

£950,000 QUALIFIED

Detached Granite Cottage3 Parking Spaces

Country LocationSouth Facing GardensHighest Quality Finish

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St Clement

£340,000 QUALIFIED

1st Floor ApartmentSouth West Balcony

Coastal LocationDesignated Parking

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St Helier

£220,000 QUALIFIED

First Floor ApartmentExcellent First BuyWest Facing Balcony

Communal Garden & StoreHigh Specification Finish

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St Helier

£485,000 QUALIFIED

Detached HouseEnclosed GardenAnnexe Extension

Separate Utility RoomNo Onward Chain

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St Saviour

£429,000 QUALIFIED

4th Floor ApartmentParking Space

2 BalconiesStunning Views

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St Helier

£199,000 QUALIFIED

First Floor ApartmentSeparate KitchenOffice & Storeroom

Furnishings IncludedImmaculate Condition

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PROPERTY PROFILE

With its elevated south facing location, overlooking the majestic Gorey Castle, picturesque harbour and the Royal Bay of Grouville, this attractive period property is something of a hidden gem. Asides from the astounding views, which stretch all the way to the east – encompassing St Catherine’s Bay, the Ecrehous and the French coast – it’s just a short stroll from the popular restaurants, shops and amenities of Gorey Harbour. Despite its historical importance, Old Cadet House isn’t listed – it’s a flexible investment and a solid construction that has been finished

to perfection yet one that still leaves room for alteration. Potential owners have the scope to revise the already impressive rooms to their own stipulations. A prime example of this is the mezzanine – a beautifully bright and expansive space, accessed by a contemporary staircase leading up from the kitchen – once a part of the master bedroom, those who wish to do so could easily re-link the two rooms to create a capacious boudoir. A credit to the existing owners lies in the fact that they’ve managed to transform this period property into a house that is distinguished, fine, and contemporary, but also, cosy and

inviting – the perfect setting for a family home – and a large one at that with some seven bedrooms and five bathrooms. When the proprietors acquired it in 1997, their upmost aim was to take advantage of the astounding views – which they’ve managed to do from almost every angle. When inside the realms of Old Cadet House, you’d be forgiven for thinking you’re a million miles from civilization, when in fact, you’re just a stone’s throw away from a handful of local amenities, Gorey Village and a variety of major schools. 

From the stunning scenery to the unspoilt vista of the French coast, Seymour Tower and the National Trust Headland – the property is ensconced by idyllic views all year round and benefits from St Martin’s ever-changing scenery, made up of colourful sunrises and picturesque sunsets. Come evening, Gorey Castle comes to life, creating moments of playful drama as it’s awoken by a series of glittering lights. The adjacent National Trust headland boasts an almost private footpath leading to Anne Port Bay, perfect for families and dog owners who enjoy the great outdoors. Despite the house’s broad, even vast, period

proportions, instead of engulfing furniture, it boasts a distinctive yet spacious charm, comprising an amalgam of old and new styles, enviable high ceilings and vast windows. From the snug dining room with its wood burning stove to the media room (one of Johnny Grey’s creations) – a relaxed, comfortable space with a stylish modern accent – to the reception hall with its French limestone floors – it’s here you’ll find a sympathetically restored property that offers the best of both worlds. The astounding and somewhat quirky kitchen, also designed by Johnny Grey, is a vision of

individual shapes and styles, all adaptable to the physical limitations of age. This is a design that is not only timeless but practical. Doors, where possible, lead out onto every available alfresco space, offering easy access to the impressive garden, outdoor eating and living area – the perfect place to entertain guests. Freestanding furniture, including an astonishing circular fridge and separate islands act as dividers between the kitchen and family room, whilst oodles of storage make it the perfect space for the culinary connoisseur. From the anchors on the portico to a quaint porthole in the kitchen, the entire

What once stood as a Royal Naval Training School has lovingly been restored with an eye to contemporary flair and everyday comforts

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Guide Price £3,950,000 (Freehold, Entitled) Enquiries: 

CHOICE PROPERTIESTel: 01534 620620www.choicejersey.com A truly unique home with the added ‘wow’ factor of unspoilt views

Entrance porch and entrance hall

Cloakroom

Family room

Kitchen/breakfast room designed by Johnny Grey

Dining room

Study

Media Room designed by Johnny Grey

Utility room

Mezzanine/playroom

Five double bedrooms, three ensuite, and one with dressing room

House bathroom

Separate cottage with reception room, kitchen, bathroom, cloakroom and two bedrooms

10-metre tiled swimming pool

Parking for over six cars

house nods to a marine theme, perfectly in keeping with its location. Outside, you’ll fi nd a series of walled and manageable gardens, a pretty lawned area, and an ample driveway approached through a pillared entranceway, a 10 metre tiled swimming pool and enough space for a tennis court (for which the current owners hold the architect drawings). All of this is surrounded by unobstructed and protected views. Of course, Old Cadet House’s major

selling point is its discreet location – a lock-up-and-leave that oozes all of the charm of a private dwelling.

 With its reception hall, four reception rooms, including a state-of-the-art media room, an open plan kitchen and family room, fi ve double bedrooms, four bathrooms and a two bedroom integral cottage, Old Cadet House combines all the grandeur and space of a traditional Victorian home with all the amenities and functionality of modern day family living.

“DESPITE ITS HISTORICAL IMPORTANCE, OLD CADET HOUSE ISN’T LISTED – IT’S A FLEXIBLE INVESTMENT AND A SOLID CONSTRUCTION THAT HAS BEEN FINISHED TO PERFECTION YET ONE THAT STILL LEAVES ROOM FOR ALTERATION”

Protected views of St Aubin’s bay 3 Bedroom suites with ability to add 2 moreHigh specification fixtures and fittingsTriple garages and ample parking Separate 1 bedroom apartmentScope to extend and add tennis court

Substantial income generating homeExtremely large plotFully refurbished/part new build5 Bedrooms 3 bathrooms2 Bed cottage with separate driveFantastic new kitchen and master suite

Totally modernised. No expense spared 5,600Sqft incl 5 bedroom suitesSecure gated entranceLarge grounds with swimming poolPrivate but conveniently locatedScope to add staff accommodation

Modern construction yet completely refurbished Stunning master suite with sea views 3 Further double bedrooms, 2 bathrooms Spectacular sea & rural views 7 Verges (domestic curtilage) bordering National Trust landPeaceful green lane location above St Ouen’s bay

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Eco friendly contemporary home 4 Bedrooms 3 bathroomsOpen plan design. High specificationLarge detached home officeLarge meadow. Tiered gardensTranquil. Close to colleges

Spacious detached country bungalowNew build/renovation. High specification Master with en-suite, 2 further bedroomsFantastic kitchen diner opening to loungeGarden. Double garage and parkingPanoramic views from Guernsey to France

New build. Luxurious specificationSpacious master bedroom with en-suite3 Further double bedrooms + studyGated driveway approachLocated close to the collegesSouth facing garden Stamp duty free

Teriffic value 2 gen home3 Bed house & 2 bed flatClose to schools & amenitiesLarge garden areasCovered swimming poolGarage & parking

St Saviour

St Martin

St Saviour

St Saviour

£1,199,500

£895,000

£1,095,000

oieo £699,000

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FINISHINGTOUCHES

Jersey Oak Doorstopde Gruchy

£25

TURN UP THE HEAT THIS WINTER WITH A HOME SAUNAIn Finland there are a remarkable two saunas to every fi ve people. It’s such a staple of the family home they invite their family members to join them for a cold beer in soaring temperatures. They whip themselves vigourously with ‘varsa’ (bundles of birch tree leaves), which is said to draw the blood to the surface of the skin. Once the heat becomes almost unbearable, they run out of the sauna and plunge themselves into an icy lake or roll in snow to improve their blood circulation. 

Whatever you think of the Finnish tradition, provided you keep hydrated and moderate your time inside, a sauna can be extremely good for your complexion, muscle tension and general wellbeing. It also ‘warms the cockles’ during the winter months. 

It is entirely possible to your own sauna at home. With a few useful tips and some help from the experts, you can even do it relatively cheaply. 

There a few points to consider before you dive in. Will you opt for an outdoor or indoor sauna? How many people would you need to accommodate? It’s important to plan fi rst. Do not install a sauna over carpet as it will absorb the moisture, think concrete, tiled or even vinyl fl ooring. 

Speak to a local contractor about sourcing framing lumber, and installing proper insulation and wiring. You can order ready made manufacturing kits so that a professional can assemble it for you.  You’re also going to need to have fi tted a window for natural light or wire in interior lighting. 

Safety fi rst - specialist wooden fl ooring is required to avoid slippage and provide sound insulation. You should also have installed an electronic timer so you can monitor your time; you don’t want to dehydrate to a crisp! Cool your jets with a vent underneath the fl ooring to allow in fresh air and so the heat from the hot rocks can escape when you splash water to generate steam. 

Don’t sweat it, the Jersey Construction Council has experts on their members’ list that can look after the carpentry, electrics and building work.  Be like the Finns, it’s a hot idea!

Don’t sweat it, the Jersey Construction Don’t sweat it, the Jersey Construction Council has experts on their members’ list Council has experts on their members’ list Council has experts on their members’ list that can look after the carpentry, electrics that can look after the carpentry, electrics that can look after the carpentry, electrics and building work.  Be like the Finns, it’s a and building work.  Be like the Finns, it’s a hot idea!

Desk LampElizabeth Howell Lifestyle

Boutique£130

Ceramic Tug Boat Jane James

£95

Decorative GlobeM&S Home, Liberty Wharf

£69

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Welcome Aboard Rococo Art & Gifts,

Liberty Wharf£18.95

The New Year market is here. Opportunities are out there.So, if you’re considering a move, Savills can provide a powerful

mix of local knowledge, national relevance and global scale.Buying or selling, talk to Savills now.

St Helier £2,500pcm

2 2 Q

01534 710710

Luxury Marina facing apartmentAvailable fully furnishedLarge, wrap-around balconyGreat location2 Secure under cover parking spaces

St Helier £2,500pcm

3 2 Q

01534 710710

UnfurnishedEasy access to town centreGreat location, rural aspectEnclosed private gardenDouble garage and parking for 3 cars

St Saviour £2,300pcm

4 3 Q

01534 710710

Simply superb granite homeSelect, sought after developmentConvenient yet rural locationIn excellent condition throughoutAllocated parking and garden

FEATURED RENTALS

St Clement £2,150pcm

4 2 Q

01534 880544

Large South Facing GardenOil Fired Central HeatingConservatoryAvailable Start FebSingle Garage + Parking Space

St Helier £1,195pcm

1 1 NQ

01534 880544

Outskirts of TownLarge Store RoomClose to park and beachAvailable NowNON Qualifi ed

St John £2,800pcm

4 2 Q

01534 670334

Spacious Family Home3 Large reception rooms & studyFitted kitchen & separate utilityTraditional features & open fi replacesLawned gardens & ample parking

St Ouen £3,350pcm

2/3 2 NQ

01534 670334

Spacious Character ResidenceLuxury kitchen/breakfast roomDrawing room & TV/study/play roomMature garden, use of pool & tennis courtsStudio, greenhouse & garden at extra £850pcm

St Martin £2,500pcm

2 2 Q

01534 670334

Superb Harbourside ResidenceSpectacular views of GoreyLuxury open plan kitchen/dining/loungeBalconies, double garage & car portOption to include top fl oor suite for 3,000pcm

St Helier £1,750pcm

3 2 Q

01534 880544

First time Buyer Status ONLY3rd Floor, corner locationLarge balconyFantastic Marina & Harbour viewsAvailable Now

3 4

£645,000

Q

St Helier

4

2 Gen / Studio with incomePeriod propertySun room & roof terraceImmaculate throughout

2 2

£1,050,000

Q

St Helier

2

Luxury waterfront apartment2 decked balconiesPanoramic sea viewsUndercover parking

1 0

£245,000

Q

St Helier

2

Spacious top fl oorStylish kitchen & bathroomSunny balconyImmaculate throughout

2 2

£530,000

Q

St Brelade

2

DetachedLarge eat-in kitchenConservatorySafe enclosed garden

1 2

£330,000

Q

St Brelade

2

Duplex apartmentSpacious open plan living areaVillage locationExcellent bus route

2 0

£399,000

Q

St Helier

3

Character propertyVery spaciousLots of potentialParking nearby

1 0

£235,000

Q

St Helier

1

Stylish 2nd fl oor with balconyLift & Concierge facilitiesFantastic locationPlenty parking nearby

2 2

£475,000

Q

St Saviour

3

Family homeScope to extendGarage & gardenExcellent location

1 2

£445,000

Q

St Saviour

3

DetachedLovely gardenPotential to extendClose to major schools

2 1

£274,000

Q

St Helier

2

2 double bedrooms2nd fl oor with lift accessCorner balcony with sea viewsRental parking available

Visit our website for other fl ats on our bookswww.uniquelyfl ats.je01534529000

Visit our website for other houses on our bookswww.uniquelyhouses.je01534529555

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directory listingsBuilding ContractorsAC Mauger Construction 744281AC Mauger Special Projects 744281Kalmac Ltd 486030Style Group Ltd 744281Keystone Builders Ltd 859216Style Group 744281Camerons Ltd 725417David Ward Building Contractors 485754

Finance & Mortgage LendersAcorn Mortgages 618628Actus 766620Alexander Forbes 837837Barclays Bank 812000Black Horse O� shore 514700Cherry Godfrey 711666Close Finance 737341European Insurance Brokers 833733Home Buyer Financial Services 754444HSBC 0845 7662255Jersey Home Loans 877833Lloyds TSB Bank 08456 025002Lombard Finance 824824Mortgage Shop 789830Natwest O� shore 282828Royal Bank of Scotland 285200Synergy Financial Services 750600Skipton 730730

Insurance CompaniesEasy Insurance 849000Insurance Corporation of C.I. 700200Jersey Mutual Insurance 734246CCV Insurance 702777Reed Insurance 835200Rossborough Group 500500

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Utility CompaniesEsso Petroleum 826800Jersey Electricity 505460Jersey Gas 755500Jersey Post 616616Jersey Telecom 08007 352500Jersey Water 707300Newtel Solutions 506400

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ArchitectsAmarchitects Ltd 736728Andrew Harvey Architects 869291Arkitecture Ltd 852306Axis Mason Limited 870137Barnes & Collie Ltd 733100BDK Architects 768740Derek Mason Architects Ltd 880488Design Plus 639773Dyson & Buesnel Architects 880861Elliott Design Partnership 630868Gallaher Architects 724394Godel Architects 486050Jane Faulkner Architects RIBA 498176Julie Temple RIBA 498176Michael Bravery 631312Naish Waddington Architects Ltd 766788Nigel Biggar & Partners 731391PAGE Architects Ltd 869054Peter Winn Associates Ltd 874603Richard Le Sueur Architects Ltd 626876TSAssociates 481743Wildbore Hands Ltd 605087

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House ClearanceMorley’s Clearances 529955

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THE ASSOCIATIONNews from the Jersey Estate Agents’ Association

WORDS Shelagh Marett & John QuemardJoint presidents, Jersey Estate Agents’ Association

REFLECTING OVER THE PAST YEAR….…

The Jersey Estate Agents’ Association is committed to raising the standards in estate agency in Jersey. For reliable information please see our list of members on this page or visit our website at www.jeaa.co.uk

Now that 2014 has been and gone, it has made some lasting impressions on the property market for the year ahead…

You may recall early last March we saw headline news that a luxury House on the cli� edge at La Coupe, St Martin, sold for a record breaking £12.3m.

This has a� orded us an excellent opportunity to think outside the box (or island) and give greater exposure to attracting further high net worth clients to consider Jersey as a prime destination for their families and business interests.

Closer to home, we enjoyed a steady and consistent year of property sales throughout 2014 with the market showing promising signs of improvement as we enter 2015.

The rental market has also made headline news in recent months:

In July 2014, the States of Jersey approved the “housing rental deposit scheme” – a system whereby the tenant and landlord will be required to handover their deposit to a third party. 

The deposit scheme is now in the fi nal stages of being enforced and is due to come into e� ect at the end of February 2015.

In August 2014, more changes were on the way for the rental market with the introduction of the “condition report “which was to come into force October 31st 2014.

No doubt about it, as we refl ect over the past year, we can see that the property market in Jersey is forever changing and The Jersey Estate Agents’ Association will be here to guide you every step of the way.

So what are your plans for 2015? If you are looking to buy, sell or rent a property, our members will be pleased to hear from you and o� er you a professional service.

Bridle Estates766999www.bridle.je

Choice Properties620620www.choicejersey.com

Columbia Estates734200www.columbiaestates.je

Crespel Properties625569www.crespel.co.uk

Indigo Estates639955www.indigo.je

Maillard’s Estates737293www.maillards.je

Moore Properties880544www.mooreproperties.co.uk

ND Estates629009www.ndestates.com

Quemard Properties857065www.quemardproperties.co.uk

Savills722227www.savills.je

Uniquely Flats529000www.uniquelyfl ats.je

Uniquely Houses529555www.uniquelyhouses.je

Wilsons877977www.wilsons.je

JEAA Members

The Jersey Estate Agents’ Association is committed to raising the standards in estate agency. For reliable information, please see our members above.

For information on becoming a member of the JEAA and benefi ts please contact either Sheilagh Marett on 529000 or John Quemard on 879879

In August 2014, more changes were on the way for the rental market with the introduction of the “condition report “which was to come into force October 31st 2014.