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Serene inthecity1 and 2 bedroom apartments from £99,950. 2 and 3 bedroom penthouse apartments available from £129,950.
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Features6 Four Best Buys
Featuring Venmores, Keppie MassieResidential, Andrew Louis andSutton Kersh
24 Four Best LetsFeaturing Northwood UK Lettings,Pantheon Property Services, Cuddly Bearsand R-House Lettings
Cover Story26 Hot Topic
Predictions for the market this year
28 On the Ladder withClaire Hollyoak, lettings account managerat Whitegates, Woolton
29 Bit of a DoSocial event in pictures
31 Hot off the PressSpacious apartments launched
32 Hot and HappeningThe latest news and gossip
35 Have Your SayWhat’s on your New Year’s wish list?
36 MoversInside a two bedroom city centre apartment
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Agent’s view
“This fabulous grade II listed building benefitsfrom allocated parking for one and additionalvisitor parking. The accommodation comprisesan entrance hall leading to second bedroom,stairs to the master bedroom, bathroom,kitchen, lounge/diner with views and no chain.Viewing is essential.”
To view this property now, call 0151 330 5333.
What’s on offer?
This fabulous two bedroom duplex apartment sits ina listed building.
Waterloo WarehouseLiverpool city centre, L3
On The Market//// FOUR MERSEYSIDE PROPERTIES TO SUIT A RANGE OF BUYERS AND TASTES.
To view more properties for sale visit yourmovemagazine.com
£194,950
Erica Mooneybranch manager atAndrew Louis
Agent’s view
“This is a great building, a great apartment, anda fantastic location! When I first put thisapartment on the market, I was pleasantlysurprised by how much it has to offer. It boaststwo huge bedrooms, one with a beautiful ensuite, and the spacious second bedroom is alsomore than a double. The attractive open planlounge has a breakfast bar, kitchen withintegrated appliances and great city views fromthe lounge. A 24 hour concierge providessecurity and a bit of class for the building.”
To view this property now, call 0151 236 9660.
What’s on offer?
This sixth floor, two bedroom apartment has twobathrooms, 24 hour concierge service and no chain.
Beetham TowerLiverpool city centre, L3
OFFERS IN EXCESS OF £149,995
Ian Taylorsales and lettingsconsultant at KeppieMassie Residential
FOUR BEST BUYS
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Agent’s view
“This one bedroom apartment is one of sixcompletely refurbished apartments in a large,former merchant’s house. Each bright andspacious property comes with secure, gatedparking, entry phone system, well maintainedcommunal areas and landscaped communalgardens. For an invitation to the open weekendplease contact us.”
To view this property now, call 0151 733 9000.
What’s on offer?
This one bedroom apartment is within formermerchant’s house.
Grove ParkPrinces Park, L8
ONE BEDROOM APARTMENT PICTURED£149,950, TWO BEDROOMS FROM £169,950
Sharon Simpsonassistant managerat Venmores,Allerton Branch
Agent’s view
“This unique and charming property issituated in a semi rural location. The OldSchool House was built in 1875 and wasformerly the village school. The propertybenefits from spacious accommodation overtwo floors with two feature Gothic style archedhead windows in bedrooms one and two. It alsooffers parking for several vehicles.”
To view this property now, call 0151 734 0666.
What’s on offer?
This three bedroom detached property enjoyslandscaped gardens to front and rear.
The Old School HousePepper Street, L24
£399,950
Sue Bullenoffice manager atSutton Kersh
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City Centre Office, 30/32 Exchange Street East, Liverpool L2 3PQ Tel: 0151 236 2332
From £64,950
IRWELL CHAMBERS
Selection of 1 & 2 bed apts,open plan living area, kitchen,bathroom/wc, no chain
£64,950
MOLLETT HOUSE
First floor apartment, lounge,separate kitchen, doublebedroom, UPVC doubleglazing, gas central heating,bathroom/wc
NEW £90,000
CLEMENT GARDENS
Mid town house, threebedrooms, lounge, diningroom, kitchen, bathroom/wc,rear garden, car drive in, nochain
£74,950
VICTORIA STREET
Third foor apartment, doublebedroom,open plan living area,kitchen, spacious bathroom, nochain
£89,950
COLIN DRIVE
End town house, twobedrooms, lounge, kitchen/diner, bathroom, upvcdouble glazing, gas centralheating, car drive in, no chain
Properties availabe to Let 0151 207 5923
£99,950
COMMUNTATION PLAZA
Third floor apartment, splitlevel lounge/dining room,fitted kitchen, tiled bathroom,Econ 7 heating, CCTV, carspace, no chain
NEW
£550pcm
SOUTH FERRY QUAY, L3
Two bedroom second floorapartment within this modernQuayside Development.Furnished; has electric centralheating, DG, one parking space
£139,950
CORNHILL
Sixth floor apart, two doublebedrooms, lounge/diningroom, kitchen, bathroom/wc,ensuite shower room, balcony,car space,no chain
£74,950
MOLLETT HOUSE
First floor apartment, open planliving area, modern kitchen,double bedroom,bathroom/wc, gas centralheating, UPVC double glazing
NEW
£495pcm
INCE AVENUE, L4
Selection of refurbished threebedroom unfurnished terracesoff Utting Avenue. Throughlounge, new fitted kitchen andbathroom, GCH, DG and rearyard
£700pcm
MARKDEN MEWS, L8
New build mews type propertybuilt over three floors five, DG,GCH, finished to a highspecification, integral garageand secure parking behindelectric gates £625pcm
EGERTON ROAD, L15
Spacious four bedroom terracecan be let unfurnished orfurnished, lounge; dining room;morning room; fitted kitchen;bathroom. Alarm, GCH, DG and yard £570pcm
MARINERS WHARF, L3
Modern one bedroom apart onfirst floor, impressive viewsfrom the lounge and bedroom.Lounge/Diner with and twoJuliette balconies, separatefitted kitchen
£550pcm
BUNDORAN ROAD, L17
Spacious three bedroomterrace, Available unfurnishedor furnished; lounge; diningroom; kitchen with appliances; bathroom/wc. GCH, DG andlarge yard £495pcm
NEWBURY WAY, L12
Unfurnished two bedroomedterrace located on the Grangeestate. Lounge; kitchen; spiralstaircase to bedrooms andbathroom. GCH, DG, gardensand driveway £495pcm
PALL MALL, L3
A superb, 4th floor furnishedapartment, modern fittedkitchen, open plan living area ,Juliet balcony, two spaciousbedroom, EH, DG, Secure carspace £395pcm
OCTOBER DRIVE, L6
Modern one bedroom unfurnfirst floor apartment.Lounge/dining room; fittedkitchen; double bedroom;bathroom/wc; GCH, DG, twoparking spaces
£850pcm
ROYAL QUAY, L3
2 bedroomed duplex fullyfurnished penthouseapartment, Living room withfloor to ceiling windows tobalcony, en-suite, separatedining area
View from apartment
£125,000
CHANCELLOR COURT
Ground floor apartment, twodouble bedrooms, open planliving area, modern fittedkitchen, bathroom/wc, securecar space
£74,950
PRESTON STREET
First floor apartment, openplan living area, fitted kitchen,double bedroom,contemporary bathroom, GCH,balcony
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City Centre Office, 30/32 Exchange Street East, Liverpool L2 3PQ Tel: 0151 236 2332
£215,000
COMMUTATION PLAZA
Duplex penthouse apartment,two double bedrooms, openplan living area, fitted kitchen,bathroom/wc, en-suite showerroom, secure car space, terrace,city views£159,950
HATTON GARDEN
First floor apart, two doublebedrooms, spacious open planliving area, fitted kitchen,bathroom/wc, ensuite showerroom, car space, no chain
£285,000
SOUTH FERRY QUAY
Three storey town house, threebedrooms, lounge, kitchen/diner, balcony marina views,bathroom/wc, en-suite showerroom, integral garage, gascentral heating
View from apartment
£149,950
RODNEY STREET
Duplex apartment, twobedrooms, open plan livingarea, kitchen, bathroom/wc,impressive city views, residentspermit parking
£595,000
ALEXANDRA TOWER
A rare opportunity to purchase this three
bedroom duplex penthouse apartment
situated on the 25th and 26th floors of the
prestigeous Alexandra Tower development
on the waterfront close to the world famous
'three graces' and the cruise liner terminal.
This stunning apartment enjoys impressive
river and city views and features a spacious
terrace and two secure car spaces. Alexandra
Tower is a landmark addition to the Liverpool
skyline and is set to become one of the most
sought after addresses in the city. An early
inspection is considered essential to
appreciate these many features of this
magnificent property.
£105,000
THE SIDINGS
Ground floor apartment, twobedrooms, open plan livingarea, fitted kitchen, showerroom/wc, UPVC doubleglazing, secure car space
NEW£129,950
THE SYMPHONY
Second floor apartment, openplan living area, two bedroom.modern bathroom,comprehensive fitted kitchen,balcony
NEW £110,000
MINSTER COURT
End town house, twobedrooms, lounge,kitchen/diner, bathroom/wc,gas central heating, communalparking
NEW
£89,950
FRANCINE CLOSE
Ground floor apartment, twobedrooms, lounge, kitchen,bathroom/wc, parking, gascentral heating, UPVC doubleglazing
NEW
£150,000
CITY GATE
Second floor apartment, twobedrooms, open plan livingarea, fitted kitchen,contemporary bathroom/wc,en-suite shower room, car space
£99,500
ACORN COURT
First floor apartment, twobedrooms, lounge/diningroom, fitted kitchen,bathroom/wc, DG allocated carspace, communal gardens
£225,000
THE COLONNADES
Third floor apartment,lounge/dining room, doublebedroom, bathroom/wc,secure car space, river views
NEW
£275,000
THE COLONNADES
2nd Floor Apartment, TwoBedrooms, Lounge/DiningRoom, Kitchen, En-SuiteBathroom, Shower Room/Wc,Views Over Albert Dock, SecureCar Space
£139,950
WATERLOO QUAY
First Floor Apartment, TwoDouble Bedrooms,Lounge/Dining Room, Kitchen,Bathroom/WC, Balcony,Dockside Views, Secure CarSpace £129,950
GAMBIER TERRACE
Ground floor apartment, twobedrooms, lounge/dining room,kitchen, bathroom/wc, centralheating , no chain
THE COLONNADES
A rare opportunity to purchase this stunning two bedroom apartmentsituated on the third floor of this prestigious waterfront development atAlbert Dock which is home to the Tate Gallery, Maritime Museum and aselection of stylish bars and restaurants. This bespoke apartment has beenindividually designed by the present owner and has many unique featuresincluding a solid maple fitted kitchen with 'Gaggenau' appliances andblack star galaxy granite worktops. There is a walk in dressing room off themaster bedroom and en suite shower room with 'Capri' limestone tiledfloor and walls. The property occupies a corner position giving impressiveviews of the River and Mersey Estuary. There are two secure undergroundcar spaces and two secure store rooms. The property has extensive touchcontrol 'Lutron' lighting throughout and an integrated sound system. Aninternal inspection is absolutely essential to appreciate the many featuresof this stunning apartment. View a 360% tour on our website
£850,000
£134,950
CUMBERLAND STREET
Fourth Floor Apartment, TwoBedrooms, Lounge, Kitchen,Bathroom/Wc, Balcony WithRooftop Views, Two Secure CarSpaces
View from apartment
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PROPERTIES FOR SALE
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PRO TIES FOR SALEOPER
PROPERTIES TO LET
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Grove Park
£149,950
• One Bedroom• Front Facing• Large feature bay window• Open Plan Kitchen• Acoustic Sound Proofing• GCH, DG, Gated Parking
Lyndhurst Avenue
£600pcm
• Purpose built flat• Two Bedrooms• Fitted kitchen, Lounge• Modern 3 piece bathroom suite• GCH, DG, Garage• Communal gardens
Grove Park
£184,950
• Two Bedroom• Front Facing• Large feature bay window• Open Plan Kitchen• Acoustic Sound Proofing• GCH, DG, Gated Parking
Holland Street
£37,500
• Semi detached house• Two Bedrooms• Lounge, Gardens• Kitchen/breakfast room• Driveway, GCH, DG• 50% Shared Ownership
Elm Vale
£129,950
• Substantial property • Previously rented as bedsits• 5 Bedrooms• 2 Reception Rooms• Downstairs w.c., Shower • Utility area
Redwood Road
£139,950
• Semi detached house• Three Bedrooms• Lounge• Dining Room• Driveway• Ideal family home
Conleach Court
£125,500
• Three bedrooms• Three floors• En-suite to master• Fully fitted kitchen• GCH System• Gardens
Clavell Road
£154,950
• Townhouse• Three bedrooms• Lounge & Dining room• Fitted kitchen• Modern bathroom suite• GCH & DG, Rear garden
Salisbury Road
£740,000
• Victorian Semi Detached• 7 Bedrooms• 3 Reception Rooms• Partially DG, GCH• Conservatory• 3 Bathrooms
Knowsley Road
£729,950
• Five bed semi detached house• Three Reception Rooms• Dressing room• Period Features• Detached Coachouse• Secluded Gardens
Knightswood Court
£115,000 or nearest offer
• Second floor apartment• Modern fitted kitchen• En-suite to master bedroom• 19' Lounge• Open plan Lounge/kitchen• Secure allocated parking
Elmsdale Road
£165,000
• Three Bedrooms• Two Reception Rooms• Gas central heating system• No Chain!!• Original period features• Stripped & varnished floorboards
Ashfield
£169,950 OIRO
• End terrace house• Four Bedrooms• Lounge• Dining Room• Fitted Carpets & Blinds• GCH, DG, Two Bathrooms
Princes Gate West
£525pcm
• Two bedroom Apartment• Fully Furnished• Lower Ground floor• Very high Specification• Secure Allocated Parking• Available immediate occupancy
Croxteth Road
£400pcm
• One bedroom apartment• Refurbished, second floor• Lift to all floors, bathroom• Lounge and fitted kitchen• UPVC DG, underfloor heating• Garage-en-bloc
The Hilton
£800pcm
• Superb 1 bed luxury apartment• Fully fitted kitchen, appliances• Stunning panoramic views• Hardwood flooring• Remote intercom access• Separate entrance to the hotel
The Hilton
£750pcm
• One bedroom luxury apartment • Within Liverpool Hilton Hotel• Contempory bathroom• Fully fitted kitchen, appliances• Stunning panoramic views• Access to hotel gym facilities
Epping Grove
£235,000
• Extended semi-detached• Four bedrooms• Bathroom with separate WC• Conservatory• Loft conversion• Gardens, driveway, GCH & DG
Alderson Road
£139,950
• Three Double Bedrooms• Two Living Rooms• Two Bathrooms• Kitchen• Patio• Yield on Return 8.25%
Barrington Road
£129,950
• Terraced Victorian Home• Three Floors, Four bedrooms• Two reception rooms• Large Bathroom• Original Features• In need of modernisation
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Tel: 0151 236 4400Email:
PROPERTIES TO LET
Email:el: 0151 236TTe 6 4400
PROP TIES TO LETPER
PROPERTIES FOR SALE
Visit www.venmores.co.uk 0151 236 4400
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.venmores.co36 4400o.uk
Tel: 0151 733 9000Email:Email:el: 0151 73TTe 33 9000Tel: 0151 236 4400
Email:Email:el: 0151 236TTe 6 4400
Elm Vale
£129,950
• 5 Bedrooms• Requires upgrading, modernization• Great potential for family home• Investment potential• Available with NO CHAIN!
The Symphony
£550pcm
• Situated within stunning Grade II listed building
• Ground Floor, Fully Furnished• One Bedroom• Fully fitted kitchen and
contemporary bathroom suite
Everton Road
£525pcm
• Fully furnished• Two double bedrooms• Top floor apartment• Excellent City Centre access• Allocated parking• Viewing essential
Hahnemann Road
£495pcm
• Unfurnished• Three bedroom• Mid-Terraced property• Easy access to local amenities• Excellent transport links to City• Available immediately
Gloucester Place
£495pcm
• Second Floor Apartment• One Bedroom• Fully Furnished• City Centre Location• Allocated Parking• Viewing recommended
City Quay
Reduced To £550pcm
• Fully furnished• First floor apartment• Two double bedrooms• Allocated parking• Easy access to City Centre• Available immediately
The Tea Factory
£550pcm
• Penthouse Apartment• One Bedroom• Contemporary Styling• Furnished• City Centre location
Kenbury Close
£525pcm
• Fully refurbished• Three bedroom terraced property• Front and rear gardens• Gas central heating• Available immediately• Viewing essential
Upper Parliment Street
£450pcm
• Ground Floor• Two bedroom• Unfurnished• Off road parking• Viewing essential• Fully fitted kitchen with appliances
Gloucester Place
£550pcm
• Two bedroom• Fully furnished• Allocated parking• Ground floor• City centre location• Viewing essential
Kingsway Court
£425pcm
• Easy access to City Centre• Ground floor apartment• Two Bedrooms• Economy 7 heating• Unfurnished• Available immediately
Hilton Apartments
£850pcm
• Two Double Bedrooms• En-Suite, 10th Floor• Full gym membership included• Unfurnished• Available immediately• Views of Canning Place
Hilton Apartments
£750pcm
• One Bedroom• Panoramic Views of Chavasse
Park• 8th Floor, Unfurnished• Available immediately• Full gym membership included
Grove Park
£149,950
• One Bedroom, Front Facing• Large feature bay window• Open Plan Kitchen• Acoustic Sound Proofing• GCH, DG, Gated Parking• No Chain!
Hatton Garden
£199,950
• Three bedroom duplex apart• En-suite to master bedroom• Presented to a high standard• Open plan kitchen/lounge• Balcony overloooking atrium
Cavern Court
£34,950
• Studio apartment• Recently refurbished• Residents parking area• Easy access to City Centre• Lounge/Bedroom, EH, DG• Modern Kitchen & Bathroom
Merton Road
Reduced To £169,950
• Semi detached property• Six bedrooms• Four reception rooms• Additional cellar areas• IN NEED OF REFURBISHMENT• Parking for several vehicles
Hilton Apartments
£1,050pcm
• Two Double bedrroms• En-Suite, 9th Floor• Fully furnished• Full gym membership included• Views of Canning Place• Available immediately
Sedley Street
£390pcm
• Two bedroom• Unfurnished• Excellent transport links• Easy access to city centre• Viewing essential• Available immediately
Joyce Walk
£475pcm
• Unfurnished• Two double bedrooms• Semi-Detached property• Private rear garden• Available immediately• Viewing essential
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PRIORY Property ServicesIndependent Estate Agents
70 Priory Road, Anfield, Liverpool L4 2RZ t: 0151 260 0300 f: 0151 263 0646www.priorypropertyservices.com
• Competitive fixed sale fee• Quality of service second to none
• Established for 16 years• Commitment to customer care
Beechdene Rd, L4
£93,000
267 Breck Road, Anfield, Liverpool L5 6PT Tel 0151 264 7363 Fax 0151 263 471986 County Road, Walton, Liverpool L4 3QN Tel 0151 286 4515 Fax 0151 286 4523
www.paulcrowley.co.uk
Ince Ave, L4
£99,950
Redcar St, L6
£75,000
Redbrook St, L6
£82,000
Dewsbury Rd, L4
£56,000
Strawberry Rd, L4
£120,000
Rossmore Gdns, L4
£128,950
Hilary Rd, L4
£134,950
Waterhouse Cl, L6
£129,950
Sherwyn Rd, L4
£129,950
Hildebrand Rd, L4
£109,950
Pinehurst Rd, L4
£149,950
Dewsbury Rd, L4
£59,950
Holbeck St, L4
£76,000
Oakfield, L4
£140,000
Corwen Rd, L4
£129,950
Sandeman Rd ,L4
£139,950
Hildebrand Rd , L4
£149,950
Conifer Cl, L9
£130,000
Pinehurst Rd, L4
£139,950
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One Park West, studio apart, furnished...................................... £500pcm
Trafalgar Court, two beds, unfurnished, permit parking........... £625pcm
South Ferry Quay, two beds, furnished, parking ...................... £650pcm
One Park West, one bed, furnished, parking, great views........ £675pcm
Quebec Quay, two beds, furnished, parking ..............................£700pcm
City Lofts, two double beds, furnished, river views...................£750pcm
One Park West, two beds, furnished, park views ..................... £750pcm
Old Haymarket, two beds, furnished, permit parking............... £750pcm
City Lofts, two beds, furnished, parking .................................... £795pcm
Beetham Tower, two beds, furnished, parking ......................... £800pcm
Waterloo Warehouse, large two bed duplex, furnished,
parking........................................................................................... £850pcm
One Park West, two beds, furnished, balcony, park views ....... £875pcm
South Ferry Quay, three bed, plus study, furnished, parking . £1050pcm
West Tower, two double bedroom 37th floor apt, furnished,
parking ........................................................................................ £1400pcm
Call now further information on our findtenant and managed service and to arrange
for a free market appraisal. Professionaltenants waiting.
ONE PARK WEST 6th floor studio apartment. Comprisingopen-plan living, dining, kitchen andsleeping area and separate bathroom.The apartment is offered furnished to ahigh standard and without parking,although parking can be added for anadditional cost. Viewing recommendedto appreciate. Available end of January.
£450pcm
THE FOUNDRY 75% shared ownership, first floor studioapartment. Comprises of kitchen area, L-shaped living area and sleeping area, andseparate bathroom. The apartmentoverlooks a private walkway accessibleonly by residents. Ideal for first timebuyers.
£71,000
NEW
UNITY BUILDING Third floor apartment situated in the UnityBuilding. Open plan living area,fitted kitchen, double bedroom andbathroom. Balcony overlooking RumfordPlace and 24 hour concierge. Ideal forfirst time buyers.
£115,000
MANHATTAN PLACEDuplex penthouse. Comprising lounge,dining area, kitchen, two doublebedrooms with fitted wardrobes, ensuiteand bathroom. Large balcony with viewsover the city centre. Secure parking -viewing highly recommended.
£195,000
SHAW STREET Well presented one bedroom apartment,with open plan lounge area and kitchen,and bathroom. Secure parking space.Priced competitively for quick sale -viewing recommended.
£84,950
THE COLONNADES Stunning penthouse situated in the AlbertDock with direct views over the RiverMersey. Spacious lounge/dining room,kitchen, 3 double bedrooms, ensuite,bathrrom and WC. The property benefitsfrom a usable balcony overlooking the River,secure parking and 24 hour concierge.
£695,000
THE COLONNADESDuplex penthouse, two levels with openplan lounge and dining areas, kitchen withutility, 2 double bedrooms with ensuite.Study area and balcony. 2 Parking spacesand concierge.
£695,000
Reduced
FOCUS BUILDING Well presented fourth floor apartmentwith one double bedroom, open planliving area, kitchen and bathroom. Balconywith city views, secure parking. Viewingrecommended.
£124,950
NEW
UNITY BUILDING Stunning corner apartment with dramaticviews over the waterfront and city. Duplexapartment, two double bedroomswith fitted wardrobes, two bathrooms,living area, dining area and kitchen.Balcony, 24 hour concierge and secureparking.
£349,950
NEW
REGENCY CHAMBERS First floor studio apartment, centrallylocated in Temple Square. Comprisingopen-plan living, dining and kitchen area,bedroom and bathroom. The apartmentis offered fully furnished and isimmediately available.
£500pcm
CITY LOFTS Fourth floor apart in popular, riverside,Conran-designed development. Openplan lounge and fully fitted kitchen, twoDOUBLE bedrooms, ensuite andbathroom. Views of the River Mersey andbeyond. The property is fully furnished,has a secure allocated parking space andbenefits from 24 hour security.
£795pcm
HUDSON GARDENSLocated in the East Village part ofLiverpool city centre. Two doublebedroom unfurnished apartment withsecure allocated parking and a balcony.Immediately available.
£650pcm
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Central Gardens
Spacious one bed, fullyfurnished, with secure
allocated parking
£550pcm
Jenkinsons Warehouse
Selection of apartments,fully furnished, modern
specification
£525-£550pcm
Victoria Building
Spacious fully furnishedone beds, central
location, GCH
£525-£550pcm
Temple Square
Selections of apartments,modern conversion,
fully furnished, central location
£475-£695pcm
City Gate
Two bed, fully furnishedwith secure allocated
parking
£700pcm
The Albany
Selection of apartments,fully furnished, modern
conversion
£550-£725pcm
Unity Building
Two bed apartment, furnished to high standard,
popular development
£715pcm
New Century
Two bed penthouse, fullyfurnished, spacious
apartment, secure parking
£1450pcm
Lockfields View
Two bed, fully furnished,beautifully situated nextto canal, secure parking
£475pcm
City View
one bed, fully furnished to a high standard, secure
allocated parking
£450pcm
The Collegiate
Selection of modern onebeds, fully furnished,
secure allocated parking
£500-£600pcm
City Quay
Two bed, fully furnished,balcony over lookingwater feature, parking
£625pcm
Alexandra Tower
Selection one & twobeds, unfurnished/fur-nished, secure parking
£530-£760pcm
Quebec Quay
Two bed penthouse apartment, fully furnished
to a high standard, parking
£750pcm
Beetham Tower
Two bed modern apart,fully furnished,
secure allocated parking
£800pcm
Cathedral Point
A selection of refurbished One and two bedroom
apartments
From £99,950
Catherine House
One Bedroom DuplexApartment, Fully Fitted
kitchen, Parking
£95,000
Armstrong Quay
Two bedroomsBalcony
Stunning Views
£137,500
Shandon Court
Two bedroom apartmentTimber Decked Terrace
Residents Permits available
£80,000
Pall Mall
Panoramic Views Two bedroom, fifth floor
No chain, secure parking
£150,000
Victoria Street
5% Deposit PaidOne bedroom, First floor
Fitted kitchen
£83,000
Cable Yard
80% Shared EquityTwo bedroom, third floorBusiness quarter location
£95,000
Huskisson Street
Stunning Georgian townhouse, Self
contained flat providingrental income, Immaculate
£600,000
Argyle Court
Two bedroom penthouseLargeʼwrap aroundʼ
seating terrace
OIEO £200,000
Quebec Quay
Stunning PenthouseTwo bed, two bath
Large reception rooms.
£297,500
Hatton Garden
Luxury Duplex PenthouseApt, Two Bed, City Centre
Views, Secure Parking
£187,250
The Collegiate
One Bed apartmentGround floor
Parking
£114,950
Staten Court
Popular "Ropewalks" loca-tion, One bedroom, second
floor, Secure parking
£99,950
The Reach
Two bedroomModern Kitchen, Secure
allocated parking
£114,950
Commutation Plaza
75% Shared ownershipOne Bedroom, first floor
No chain, cultural quarter
£66,500
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Bulloch House10 Rumford Place, Liverpool, L3 9DG
Sales 0151236 9660Lettings 0151255 2290
Fax: 0151 255 2288email: [email protected]
KeppieMassieResSALES – LETTINGS
RESIDENTIAL
London Road
• Purpose Built Penthouse Apartment• Two Double Bedrooms• Recently Refurbished• Two Balconies• Residents Parking Permit Available
£129,950
Jenkinsons Warehouse
• Stylish one bedroom apartment• Converted warehouse• Close to the business district• Large double bedroom, Unfurnished• Well appointed bathroom
£500pcm
Errol Street
• Stunning Mid Terraced House• Four Bedrooms• Through Lounge and Dining Room• State Of The Art Breakfast Kitchen• Double Glazing And Central Heating
£153,950
Justine Mansions
• Brand new 2nd floor 1 bed apart• Available Furnished or unfurnished.• Residents parking.• Large lounge, Fitted kitchen• Intercom entrance
£525pcm
Quebec Quay
• Generous Executive Apartment• Fabulous Lounge, Parking• Two Double Bedrooms• Breakfast Kitchen With River Views• Master Bedroom With En-Suite
£159,950
Tobacco Wharf
• Duplex Penthouse• Feature Spiral Staircase• Two Double Bedrooms• Lounge With Dining Area and Kitchen• Panoramic Views, Secure Parking
£595pcm
Quay House
• Refurbished Executive Apartment• Much Larger Than Average• Wrap Around Balcony• New Kitchen In Gloss White• Master Bedroom With En-Suite
£174,995
Ellerman Road
• Stylish 2nd floor apartment• Fitted kitchen, SMEG appliances• Two double bedrooms• Communal gardens• Allocated parking
£650pcm
Percy Street
• Five Bedroom Georgian Town House• Fine architectural composition• Retaining many original features• Established Mediterranean garden• Neo classical house
Reduced To £599,950
The Gallery
• 1 & 2 bedrooms• Furnished or Unfurnished
Prices from £575 1 beds£750 2 beds
Beetham Tower
• Fabulous Executive Apartment• Iconic Building District• Twenty Four Hour Concierge• Open Plan Lounge and Kitchen• Views Of The City, En-Suite
Offers in Excess Of £149,995
Booker Avenue
• Character Semi Detached House• Three Bedrooms• Off Road Parking• Two Reception Rooms• Ideal for Airport, Central Heating
£795pcm
West Tower
• Live The High Life• Spacious Two Bed Apartment• Separate Kitchen• En- Suite Wet Room• City Centre Financial District
From £800 to £1000pcm
Unity Building
• Impressive Spacious Apartment• Sought After Building In The City• 24 Hour Concierge And Gym • Two Double bedrooms• Fantastic Views, Parking
£950pcm
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Portside House
• Recently completed development
• Amazing high specification
• Parking available at £50pcm
• Brand new luxury apartments
• 1, 2 & 3 bedrooms
• Close to Liverpool One
• Parking available
• Incentives available
Enquire for prices
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commission fee when we sellyour property!*
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1% JANUARY SALE NOW ON!
CRANBORNE RD, L15£99,950
ALDERSON ROAD£124,950
BENTLEY ROAD, PRINCES PARK£110,000
ABBEYGATE APARTMENTS, L15£92,500
BRIARDALE ROAD, L18 £154,950
BOWMORE WAY, L15£123,950
CHISWELL STREET, L7£59,995
GLENACRES, WOOLTON L25£109,950
VICTORIA COURT, L15£159,950
CASCADE ROAD, L25£115,000
BISHOPGATE ST, L15£94,500
GROSVENOR ROAD, L15£89,950
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LANDLORDS!
1%HAPPY NEW YEAR TO ALL!
One bedroom apartment, self contained.Convenient location close Old Swan and
major transport links. Available now!
KREMLIN DRIVE, L13£395 PCM
Luxury two bed apartment in mansionhouse setting; laminate flooring; fittedkitchen with appliances; great location.
AIGBURTH DRIVE, L17£650 PCM
2 bedroom new build apartment;residents parking; entryphone system,
white goods included. Ready now!
VICTORIA ROAD, L22£600 PCM
Large 2 Bed Unfurnished ApartmentSpacious accommodation; Convenientlocation; Early viewing recommended!
CROXTETH ROAD, PRINCES PARK £525 PCM
1 Bed apartment. Fitted kitchen withwhite goods. Excellent order throughout.
Available January 2010
NORTH DRIVE CONSERVATION AREA!£400 PCM
1 Bed apartment. Great city centrelocation. Excellent order throughout
Available January 2010
BOLD PLACE, L1£475 PCM
2 bed terrace. Recently RefurbishedWhite goods included
Ready Now!
GALLOWAY STREET, L7£475 PCM
2 bed terraced, with white goods. GCH,Double Glazing, spacious lounge, fitted
kitchen /diner and bathroom.
BISHOPGATE STREET, L15£495 PCM
Choice of 2 studio apartments close toLark Lane. Unfurn, GCH, open plan
lounge / bedroom, kitchen, bathroom.
IVANHOE ROAD, L17FROM £350 PCM
One bedroom flat with modern fittedkitchen with appliances, 4 piecebathroom suite. Viewing now!
PRINCES ROAD, L8£395 PCM
3 bed terrace; Recently Redecorated andimproved; GCH; fitted kitchen; utility
room. Available January 2010!
TIVERTON STREET, L15£495 PCM
Recently refurbished two bedroomterrace; GCH; DG; fitted kitchen; be in
your new home for the new year!
COLVILLE STREET, L15£475 PCM
HOUSE OF THE WEEK Croxteth Drive,
Sefton Park, L17£700pcm
Two bed unfurnishedapartment in converteddetached manor house.The apartment is on thefirst floor accessed up amagnificent sweeping
turned staircase with original balustrades and theprivate accommodation comprises: hallway; open plan
lounge with fitted kitchen; modern bathroom; gascentral heating; original sash windows; There is
residents parking to the front of the property; and thehouse stands in large communal gardens. Special Offer
– you can rent this fantastic apartment for just £500PER CALENDER MONTH for the first six months! Why
not call us now and check out this deal – otherapartments in same complex will be available soon.
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commission fee when we sellyour property!*
FREE HIP throughout January*
*subject to minimum fee. Terms apply, please ask for details.
SELLERS!
1% JANUARY SALE NOW ON!
Two double bedrooms, first floorbathroom, fitted kitchen and a largethrough lounge, a lovely first home
CRANBORNE RD, L15£99,950
Three bedrooms; GCH; Patio doors torear; No Chain Involved and No Stamp
Duty to Pay!
ALDERSON ROAD£124,950
Spacious two bedroom top floorapartment. Large Lounge; fitted
kitchen/ family room; spacious 4 piece
BENTLEY ROAD, PRINCES PARK£110,000
Top Floor-Great Views! No Chain! 2 Beds;fitted kitchen; Double glazing; CentralHeating; secure parking; entryphone.
ABBEYGATE APARTMENTS, L15£92,500
3 Bed terrace; separate reception rooms;Fitted kitchen; GCH; DG; Not overlooked
from rear; Offers invited for early sale
BRIARDALE ROAD, L18 £154,950
2 bedroom town house, still with NHBC,gardens, driveway, great first home, GCH,
DG. Viewing recommended.
BOWMORE WAY, L15£123,950
3 bed terrace; 2 BathroomsReception lounge; Kitchen diner; Some
works required
CHISWELL STREET, L7£59,995
1 Bed First Floor Apartment. Fitted Kitchen, Central Heating. Double
Glazing, Private location.
GLENACRES, WOOLTON L25£109,950
3 bed semi; GCH; DG; Patio doors tolovely rear garden; modern decor; ready
to move into!
VICTORIA COURT, L15£159,950
5% VENDOR GIFTED DEPOSIT 2 Bed firstfloor flat. Open plan living /dining
Great location. Open to offers
CASCADE ROAD, L25£115,000
Two bed terrace, large through lounge;fitted kitchen; modern bathroom. Gas
Central Heating allowance from vendor!
BISHOPGATE ST, L15£94,500
2 Bed Terraced; GCH; DG; recentlyrefurbished kitchen / diner; family room;
modern bathroom; fresh decor.
GROSVENOR ROAD, L15£89,950 HOUSE OF THE WEEK
STANDALE ROAD L15£105,000
Beautifully refurbishedand improved twobedroom terrace.
Through lounge withfeature fireplace; double
doors to fitted kitchen; modernfirst floor bathroom with showerover bath. Modern, neutral decorthroughout with feature lightingand display alcoves. Gas centralheating and double glazing areinstalled and there is no chain
involved. This lovely bijou terraceproperty will make an ideal home
for a young couple, first time buyeror a young family looking to move
into something straight away . Viewing is essential!
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Our management fee for your first month!*
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*Applicable on all management instructions throughout January
1%HAPPY NEW YEAR TO ALL!
KREMLIN DRIVE, L13£395 PCM
AIGBURTH DRIVE, L17£650 PCM
VICTORIA ROAD, L22£600 PCM
CROXTETH ROAD, PRINCES PARK £525 PCM
NORTH DRIVE CONSERVATION AREA!£400 PCM
BOLD PLACE, L1£475 PCM
GALLOWAY STREET, L7£475 PCM
BISHOPGATE STREET, L15£495 PCM
IVANHOE ROAD, L17FROM £350 PCM
PRINCES ROAD, L8£395 PCM
TIVERTON STREET, L15£495 PCM
COLVILLE STREET, L15£475 PCM
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NEW DEVELOPMENT L20
Lincoln Court, Oriel Road L20
£440pcm
• Service Charge £78.53 • Luxury 2 Bed Appartment • Intercom Entry System • Lounge • Fully Fitted Kitchen with Oven,
Hob & Hood • Bathroom with Fitted Suite • Under Floor Gas • Central Heating • Double Glazing • Lift To All Floors • Allocated Parking Spaces
Hartington Road L8
£440pcm
• Service Charge TBC• Selection Of 2 Bed Refurbished Apartments• Open Plan Living Room/Kitchen • Fully Integrated Kitchen • Bathroom • Two Bedrooms • Gas Central Heating • Double Glazing • Door Entry System
Eridge Street L8
£72,000
• A Terraced Property
• Lounge/DiningRoom
• Kitchen• First Floor
Shower Room • Double
Glazing • Three
Bedrooms • Rear Yard • In Need Of
Some Upgrading
Greengables L8
£72,000
• 5% Deposit Paid, A Mid Town House• Lounge, Kitchen, W.C., 3 Bedrooms• Bathroom, GCH, DG, Driveway, Garden
Aveling Drive & Sycamore Drive, Banks L20
From £41,250 for 25% Share
• A New Development Of Affordable Homes For Sale
• A choice of 2, 3 & 4 Bed Houses • Lounge * Kitchen/Dining Area• Family Bathroom, with electric shower * • Ground Floor W.C. • Gas Central Heating * Double Glazing • Front & Rear Gardens• High Quality Floor Coverings Provided To
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Appliances: Washer/Dryer, Oven & Hob, Fridge Freezer, Dishwasher
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20-22 Tapton WayWavertree Business Village
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For full details of all our properties visit our website
www.cdproperties.co.ukCall us on 0151 207 3750 or email us at [email protected]
Come and find your perfect place
A fantastic 2 bedroom fully furnished luxuryapartment offering panoramic views across theRiver Mersey & Wirral. The property is overflowingwith great design features and such as Travertinetiled wet-room with Villeroy & Boch sanitary ware,walnut veneer flooring and bespoke kitchens.Other features include integrated kitchenappliances, fitted wardrobes, video entry system,lift access, concierge service and stacking carparking system. This is a truly outstandingexecutive apartment located within one of thecity’s premier developments.
WATERSIDE APARTMENTS, PRINCES DOCK
£800PCM
NEW
£700pcm
NEW
Hailsham Road, Aigburth
1 bedroom top floorapartment located close toCrosby yachting marina.Unfurnished, GCH, intercomsecurity, carpets throughoutand modern fitted kitchen
Cambridge Road,Waterloo
£377pcm
Modern 2 bedroom fullyfurnished apartment withinthe city’s business district,EH, DG, intercom security,landscaped communalgardens, allocated parking
Princes Gardens, City Centre
£575pcm
3 bedroom unfurnished semidetached property situatedin a much sought afterresidential location near toLiverpool Cricket Ground andOtterspool Promenade. GCH,majority DG, gardens front &rear and garage/ storage unitat rear. Ideal family homeclose to local schools, allamenities and publictransport
£550pcm
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Merchants Quay, Docklands
2 bedroom unfurnished apartment situated in one of thewaterfronts most sought after developments. GCH, DG, intercomsecurity sytem, laminate flooring, integrated kitchen appliances,decked terrace with views to fountains, communal gardens
fully furnished 1 bedroomapartment, city centrelocation. Electric heating,double glazing, intercomsecurity and one secureallocated parking space
Princes Gardens, City Centre
£500pcm
A traditional 3 bedroomunfurnished terraced locatedclose to the amenities ofSmithdown Road andbenefiting from CH and DG,ideal for students.
Granville Road,Wavertree
£495pcm
NEW
Spacious 3 bedroom fullyfurnished mid terracedproperty situated in anestablished residentiallocation. GCH, DG and hasbeen recently re-decorated
Langton Road,Wavertree
£550pcm
A selection of 1 bedroomfully furnished apartmentsand benefiting from warm airheating systems, UPVC DGand communal centralcourtyard laid to lawn
Buckingham Place,Everton
From £375pcm
Traditional 2 bedroomunfurnished mid terracedproperty, popular residentialarea. The property benefitsfrom GCH, DG and spaciousrear yard
Bishopgate Street,Wavertree
£450pcm
PROPERTY OF THE WEEK
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£825pcm
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Little Catherine Street, Georgian Quarter
Stunning 2 bedroom luxury triplex apartment situated within adetached Georgian style coach- house. The apartment is of thevery highest standards throughout and boasts GCH, intercomsecurity system, DG, monitored CCTV, en suite, rear courtyard
C&D Properties would like wish all ofour friends and clients a happy,healthy and prosperous 2010.
To celebrate the New Year, ourmanagement fee for any newinstructions during January &February will be a festive …
0%No catches, no hidden extras, we
won’t charge you a penny.
Contact us now for an immediaterental appraisal (That’s free too!!!)
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Castle Estates53 Allerton Road, Mossley Hill, LiverpoolL18 2DAt: 0151 738 1619
e: [email protected] w: www.liverpool.castle-estates.co.uk
Your Castle in our hands
Elm Road
£400pcmL4
• 2 bedroom terrace• Through lounge• Kitchen/diner, DG, GCH
Ashbury Lodge
£1200pcmL17
• Luxury penthouse apart• 3/4 bedrooms• Two with en-suite• Oak flooring• Carpets to bedrooms• Integrated kitchen• Electric heating• Large private balcony• Communal gardens• Private secure parking
Garden Apartments
£700pcmL18
• 2 bed top floor apart• Large sep kitchen/diner• Access to roof terrace
Cuckoo Lane
£750pcmL25
• 3 bed semi-detached• 2 reception rooms• Fitted kitchen, GCH
Karslake Road
£800pcmL18
• 3 bedroom terrace• 2 reception rooms• Study, new fitted kitchen
Hansby Drive
£595pcmL24
• 3 storey town house• 3 bedrooms, GCH• Fully fitted kitchen
Calderstones Road
£795pcmL18
• Luxury 2 bed apartment• En-suite to master• Kitchen/diner, lounge
Ashbury Gables
£675pcmL19
• Superb apartment• Modern bathroom• Spacious lounge
Harthill Avenue
£695pcmL18
• Large semi-detached• 2 reception rooms• Kitchen/diner, garden
Russell Road
£700pcmL18
• 3/4 bed terrace• Lounge, fully furnished• Large kitchen/diner, GCH
Brooklands
£550pcmL17
• 2 bedroom apartment• Newly refurbished• Electric heating, parking
Stormont Road
£550pcmL19
• 3 bedrooms• Unfurnished, carpets• Gas central heating
Rathbone Road
£550pcmL13
• 3 bed terrace• Recently refurbished• GCH, DG, fitted kitchen
The Spinnakers
£550pcmL19
• Two 2 bed apartments • Unfurn/furnished• Electric heating, parking
Redoaks Way
£550pcmL26
• 2 bedroom apartment• Unfurnished, en-suite• Lounge, kitchen, parking
Woodbine Street
£395pcmL5
• 3 bedroom terrace• New bathroom suite• Kitchen, DG, GCH
Sunlight Street
£395pcmL6
• Two bedroom terrace• Recently redecorated• GCH, new kitchen
The Courtyard
£1200pcmL18
• 3 bedroom apartments• Separate kitchen/lounge• En-suite, parking
Alderson Road
£520pcmL15
• 3 bedroom terrace• Unfurnished, DG, GCH• Laminate flooring
Half Penny Close
£550pcmL19
• Two bedroom house• Sep kitchen, lounge• Quiet cul de sac
All Hallows Drive
£450pcmL24
• 2 bedroom town house• Unfurnished, GCH, DG• Private parking
Wellington Avenue
£595pcmL15
• 3 bedroom terrace• Fully furnished, GCH• Fitted kitchen, garden
Hampstead Road
£450pcmL6
• Three bedrooms• Newly refurbished• Two reception rooms
Ellerman Road
£585pcmL3
• Two bedroom apartment• Fully furnished• GCH, DG, secure parking
Lugard Road
£650pcmL17
• 3 bedroom terrace• 2 reception rooms• Newly fitted kitchen
Gateacre Grange
From £750pcmL24
• 3 bedroom apartment• Unfurnished, renovated• Grade II listed building
Scotia Road
£550pcmL13
• 3 bedroom, bathroom• 2 recpetion rooms• Recently redecorated
Ashbury Grange
From £725pcmL18
• 2 and 3 bedrooms• Luxury apartments• Secure gated access• Intercom entry• Private parking• En-suite• Electric Heating• integrated appliances
Ribbledale Road
£900pcmL18
• Three bed duplex apart• Stylish kitchen• En-suite• Conveniently located for
bus/train access• Short stroll away from
bars and restaurants
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Agent’s view
“This stunning apartment is located on a leafydrive close to the local amenities and nightlife ofLark Lane. There are also excellent transportlinks to the city centre, making it ideal for theyoung professional. Walk up the sweeping turnedstaircase to the first floor to a hallway, large openplan lounge with laminate floors and highspecification fitted kitchen with all appliances.There are two double bedrooms and a familybathroom, together with residents’ parking andcommunal gardens. Enjoy this gorgeous settingfor just £650 per calendar month!”
To view this property now, call 0151 735 1001.
What’s on offer?
This stunning first floor apartment in a Victorianmansion house near Lark Lane offers a fabulousmansion house lifestyle.
Alexandra DriveAigburth, L17
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£650 PCM
Jane Murrayhead of estateagency services atPantheon PropertyServices
Agent’s view
“This two bedroom apartment on the secondfloor of Hamilton House is situated in a brandnew development on Pall Mall and enjoys anexcellent location on the edge of the businessquarter. The apartment is furnished to a highstandard throughout and contains a bathroom,open plan living area with balcony and hi-specfitted kitchen.”
To view this property now, call 0151 255 0066.
What’s on offer?
This luxury apartment enjoys a 24 hour conciergeservice and a communal decked terrace.
Hamilton HousePall Mall, L3
£650 PCM
Laura Wilkinsonlettings co-ordinatorat Cuddly Bears
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Agent’s view
“Situated on the recently built Breckside ParkEstate in Anfield, this apartment provides easyaccess to the city centre. The apartment waspreviously the show home and is thereforefurnished to a very high standard.Accommodation comprises lounge/diner,kitchen with integrated appliances, twobedrooms and family bathroom. The propertyalso benefits from double glazing, electricheating system, allocated parking andcommunal gardens.”
To view this property now, call 0151 256 1035.
What’s on offer?
This modern, two bedroom ground floor apartmentis furnished to a very high standard.
Breckside ParkAnfield, L6
£495 PCM
Leanne Gauntbranch managerat NorthwoodUK Lettings
Agent’s view
“With two bedrooms (one double and a single),this apartment enjoys the added benefits ofsecure parking with CCTV link to masterbedroom. There’s a separate guest shower room,a fully fitted kitchen and it’s furnishedthroughout to a very high standard throughoutwith leather sofas, TV and video/DVD player,a balcony and use of an on-site gym.”
To view this property now, call 0151 291 5000.
What’s on offer?
This two bedroom, second floor apartment issituated in the prestigious Banff development.
Ulleswater HouseSefton Park L17
£700 PCM
Mark Goodyeardirector of residentiallettings at R-HouseLettings
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From difficult beginnings, the property market in 2009 saw recovery and positivegrowth, with increases in average house prices and a rise in sales. Despite fearsof a potential slump, average prices at the end of the year were up by almost sixper cent. The question on everyone’s lips now is, ‘what does 2010 hold’?
Hot Topic//// WHAT TO EXPECT FROM THE MARKET IN 2010
STAYING UPWhat to expect from the market in 2010
orFALLING DOWN
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Deciding factorsOne key contributor tocontinuing recovery in allsectors is of course the labourmarket, which seems steadierthan before. Low interest rates,which last year reduced thethreat of repossessions for asignificant number ofhomeowners, will likely remainthe same for the majority of theyear, easing the pressure on themarket for the immediatefuture at least.
Sales resurgencePhillip Lawton, a director atSutton Kersh, is oneLiverpool agent who isconfident the steadyresurgence will continue intoa new decade. He commented:“Last year was a game of twohalves, with the market verydepressed up until May. Sincethen there has been a steadyimprovement. The increase inactivity, rising sales figuresand growing prevalence ofprofessional investors areindicative of renewedconfidence in the market. Themarket remains vulnerablebut so long as there is nofurther deterioration in thebroader economy then Iwould expect the resurgencein the housing market tocontinue into next year. Ipredict that there will be moreproperties sold in 2010 than in2009 and that there will be amodest recovery in values. Ialso predict that there will bea change of government,putting a big question mark
over the future of HomeInformation Packs.”
Steady progressA view commonly held amongcommentators is that the yearwill bring slow, steady, gradualimprovements to the state ofthe property market. Key tothat continued stabilisation,believes Venmores director RobFarnham, is the continuedinflux of professional investorsback into the market. Robcommented: “Funding willonce more be the key to themarket in 2010. The end of2009 has seen the return of theprofessional investor as pricinghas stabilised. I don’t think wewill see any movement inprices during 2010 and I thinkthe stability will breedconfidence, which will in turngenerate sales.”
Return of investorsAlan Bevan, managing directorat City Residential, believes aninflux of investors willeventually put the market in ahealthier position. Hecommented: “This may well bea tough year and we should beprepared for a long slowrecovery. Eight out of the last10 housing recessions haveseen a dip during the recoveryphase and there is no reason tobelieve that this will nothappen again. Saying that themarket is being held back bypoor funding and there is nodoubt that this can onlyimprove. Repossessions mayincrease slightly but prolonged
low interest rates will continueto offer some respite. All in allthere is a tough year ahead,although there are some signsof optimism in places.”
Stamp duty holidayThe number of property salesincreased as 2009 progressed, afactor helped in no small partdue to the stamp duty holiday,which positioned the taxthreshold at £175,000 ratherthan the usual £125,000. Manyin the market would have likedto have seen the tax holidayextended beyond 2009 and helpcontinue the momentum in thesales market. SimonRubinsohn, chief economist atthe Royal Institute ofChartered Surveyors,commented: “It is verydisappointing that thechancellor has not taken theopportunity to extend thestamp duty holiday forpurchases of residentialproperty. Although activity inthe market has begun to pickup, transactions still remainwell down on historical norms.Rather than simply revertingback to the previous structurefor stamp duty, we believe thetime is ripe for a fundamentaloverhaul of the tax.”
Lenders loosen upThe availability of mortgageswill also be a major factor indetermining the number ofsales. Lenders have adopted amore frugal approach in recenttimes, with the majority ofbuyers now requiring a 25 per
cent deposit to secure their newhome. Dave Roberts, managingdirector of Liverpool-basedTrinity Mortgage & Finance,believes some lenders willslowly start to loosen the pursestrings. He commented: “Theavailability of mortgagefunding seems to be easing,albeit gradually, with interestrates falling and loan to valuesincreasing. Lenders seem to beplanning to lend around 40 percent more in 2010 than theydid this year. I understandthere are up to 30 lenders whohave applied to the FSA tobegin providing mortgagefinance in 2010. This has to begood news as more competitionis what the mortgage marketneeds as it will keep rates andfees down and drive loan tovalues higher.” Dave added: “Ifeel more lenders will beprepared to return to offering90 per cent mortgages, withsome already in this market.We may even see lendersoffering 95 per cent dealslimited to borrowers with anexcellent track record.”
Hope springsThe world economy remains ina delicate state and few wouldbe foolhardy enough to suggestwe will see a buoyant propertyboom any time soon. It maynot be time to start popping thechampagne corks but a greatdeal of market experts arehopeful that the upturn seen inthe second half of 2009 cancontinue into the new year andbe measured as steady progress.
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The lettingsaccount manager Claire Hollyoak, Whitegates
Claire Hollyoak, lettings account managerat Whitegates, found her way into propertywhen her desire for a career change found anopportunity at a national housebuilder.
How did you get into property?I had been working as a dental nurse and really wanted tofind a new career which would allow me to branch outwith new challenges. I began working at Bellway as anaccount assistant. A colleague at the time had contacts atWhitegates so I knew there was a position available. Iwent for an interview and really felt it would be a greatorganisation to work for.
How has your career progressed?I took on this role a year and a half ago and it’s been agreat step up. This allows me to have direct contact withlandlords and clients. I love the variation of each day andfind it so rewarding when clients are happy. I’m hoping togain more experience on the sales side, market appraisalsand dealing with solicitors, and my aim is to just keepprogressing in the industry.
What are your favourite websites?I love browsing products on M.A.C. makeup’s site andI recently bought some great bronzer online. I also likeDelia Smith’s page as she has some brilliant recipes –the homemade leek and potato soup has become mysignature dish!
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Julia Casimo
Ownership of two homes in the UK is becoming more commonas couples who both own houses marry, houses are inherited,parents buy houses for their children to live in, or people justbuy a place in the country, either to let or to escape to atweekends. Owning two houses however does have significantCapital Gains Tax (CGT) implications.
Q. When my husband and I got married two years ago, we keptour individual houses because of work; we couldn’t live togetherat the time. We are now planning to sell both the houses, in orderto buy a larger house together. What is the tax position? In thecurrent climate we do not know the houses will take to sell.
A. The answer is greatly dependent on whether you have passedyour 3 year wedding anniversary at the time when you sell thehouses. If you have not then things will be much simpler. Thefinal 36 months of ownership of a property is treated as thoughyou lived there, whether you did or not, allowing you bothto claim this ‘deemed’ principal private residence relief, andexempting the whole period of your ownership from CapitalGains Tax.
The situation if you have passed your three year weddinganniversary when the houses are sold is a little more complex,because as a married couple you cannot under normalcircumstances have two Principal Private Residences (PPR’s).
Firstly, if there were exceptional circumstances which preventedyou from living together then you may like to get in touch withthe taxman to see if HMRC will allow you, by concession, to eachhave a Main Residence for that period. Otherwise you will haveto nominate one of the properties as your Main Residence. Thisshould be done within two years of your marriage. In general itwould be sensible to nominate the property which you believehas risen in value the most to be your PPR.
Q. Would letting out one of the houses make any difference?
A. Possibly yes, as that property would then qualify for letting relief,exempting up to £40,000 of gain as well. This would need to beintegrated with the correct Main Residence nomination.
In summary with a little judicious planning, it should be possibleto minimize or even eliminate completely any tax bill.
As with many decisions you really do need to takeindependent financial and tax advice. If you would like our help call Julia on 0151 228 8977 at John KerrChartered Accountants 369-375 Eaton Road, WestDerby, Liverpool L12 2AH. Authorised and regulated by The Financial Services Authority
Please note that this article is not intended to give specific technical or financial advice and itshould not be construed as doing so. It is designed only to alert readers to some of the issues. It
is not intended to give exhaustive coverage of any topic. Professional advice should always besought before action is either taken or refrained from as a result of information contained herein.
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A gathering at theBoConcept store onChapel Street, whichopened in 2009, sawproperty and businessprofessionals toast theNew Year and networkover refreshments in thestunning furniture store’sinteriors. Hosted byowner ElaineCunningham, who alsoowns Elaine CunninghamInteriors on AigburthRoad, the Christmas-themed celebrations withclients and customerssparkled with goodcompany, champagne andthe lyrical performance ofsinger Jennifer Sawdon.
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1. Elaine Cunningham, owner ofElaine Cunningham Interiors inAigburth and of the BoConceptstore.
2. Rob Spowart, Elaine’s businessmanager at HSBC, and VinMcKenna, HSBC.
3. James Lawrenson, BoConcept.
4. Greg Tracz and Kev Reilly,Broadway Malyan Architects.
5. The BoConcept team.
6. Alissa Koopal, BoConcept, andPaul Kelly, Broadway MalyanArchitects.
7. The front of the store onChapel Street.
8. Jennifer Sawdon, singerand musician.
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Grove Park conservation area inSefton Park is welcomingbuyers to visit a stunningapartment complex.
Six completely refurbishedapartments in a large, formermerchant’s house, are on offer atVenmores. The agents areinviting those interested to attendeither of two open days, runningfrom 11.30pm until 1.30pm onSaturday 30 January and 13February to view the properties.
Each apartment comes withmodern fitted kitchens,
complete with integratedappliances, solid wood floors,contemporary bathrooms withroll top baths and powershower units.
The development itself offerssecure, gated parking, an entryphone system and wellmaintained communal areas andlandscaped gardens.
For more photos of a typicalproperty at Grove Park, see page7. Telephone Venmores Allertonbranch on 0151 733 9000 or thecity branch on 0151 236 4400.
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Andrew Louis is selling anumber of apartments aimed atinvestors and first time buyersin Candia Tower, L5.
The newly refurbished threebedroom properties aredescribed as offering “goodquality fittings and spaciousliving accommodation” by theagents, and offer approximately850 sq ft of space. EricaMooney, sales manager atAndrew Louis, added: “Theapartments are also set in theirown generous grounds, andsome floors benefit from
spectacular panoramic viewsover the city and River Mersey.The interiors are very wellappointed, with fitted kitchens,energy efficient heating, andthere’s also a private balconyterrace to enjoy.”
Apartments in the JasonStreet development are sellingfrom £84,950. A show home isalso available to visit andviewings can be arrangedbetween 8am and 8pm, Mondayto Friday, and weekends. Formore information call AndrewLouis on 0151 330 5333.
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A new property design isbeing marketed at MillerHomes’ Anfielddevelopment, ConnaughtGreen. Set over threestoreys, the three bedroom‘Price’ house style isdesigned for residents toenjoy an open plan kitchenand dining area on theground floor, overlooking arear garden. The first floorcomprises two bedroomsand a family bedroom, andthe second flooraccommodates the masterbedroom with its en-suitebathroom.
Connaught Green islocated within walkingdistance of Newsham Park,Stanley Park, and WaltonHall Park, and benefitsfrom excellent transportlinks to the city centre andmotorway links. Themarketing suite is situatedon Belmont Grove inAnfield, and is open from10.30am until 5.30pm.Telephone 0800 840 8534.
Lovell has teamed up withWirral Partnership Homes tobreathe new life into acommunity space used by alocal youth project. Thehomebuilders helped refurbisha room at BromboroughCommunity Fire Station usedby the ‘Dig it project’, whichserves youngsters in southWirral. As part of therefurbishment, Lovell andWirral Partnership Homeshave carried out a number ofmajor improvements, includingreplacing ceilings and electricalsystems, installing newworkbenches and providing acomplete redecoration. The
newly-revamped room will nowbe used as an IT and mediasuite where group memberswill have the chance to learnhow to use equipment such ascomputers and digital cameras.Area manager for Lovell MikeTurner commented: “We werereally impressed with the ‘Digit project’ and wanted to helpwhen we discovered that thespace they had been using atthe fire station was in need of afacelift. The newly-refurbishedfacilities will help the groupmembers learn a variety of newskills and we hope that theyenjoy using them.”
Lovell lends a handHomebuilder spruces up community space.
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New house stylelaunched atConnaught Green.
C&D Properties, located onBuckingham Place onBuckingham Street, are offeringthe property for £825 pcm.
The unfurnished, period stylecoach-house property offers 900sq ft of space, double glazedGeorgian windows and solidwood flooring. Situated onLittle Catherine Street, theapartment is near to the vibrantHope Street area and easily
accessible for the city centre andmajor transport routes.
Ian Murray, managingdirector of C&D Properties,commented: “This is a reallyexceptional apartment locatedwithin the ever-popularGeorgian Quarter of the citynear to our world famousAnglican Cathedral. Spread overthree floors, the property is of asuperb standard throughout and
has many notable features.Tucked away on a quiet cobbledstreet, this is a great opportunityfor anybody wanting a bespokeapartment within the city’shistoric heartland.”
To make a viewingtelephone C&D propertieson 0151 207 3750.
Period coach-house for rent
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Liverpool’s Georgian Quarter has always been a coveted city centre address, anda stunning two bedroom triplex apartment has now come onto the market to rent.
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DecemberauctionsuccessSutton Kersh raisednearly £2.5m at their finalauction of 2009, bringingtheir total receipts for theyear to over £23.5m.
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The auction house sold over 60per cent of the 58 lots available atthe recent Crowne Plaza event,with many selling for well inexcess of their reserve price. Oneinvestment property, a three-storey apartment block onWoodland Road, Birkenhead, soldfor £545,000. Sutton Kersh offereda total of 458 lots at six auctions in2009, achieving average sales of 72per cent, compared to 65 per centlast year. James Kersh, director ofauctions at Sutton Kersh,commented: “Given the economicclimate I am delighted with ourachievements this year. Themarket conditions have beenincredibly tough over the last 12to 18 months. Stock levels havebeen much lower this year andtight lending restrictions continueto limit investor spending. Theprevalence of professionalinvestors over the last few monthsis indicative of renewedconfidence in the market.”
Sutton Kersh’s next auctionwill take place on Thursday18 February.
At a recent unveiling, the 47Hilton apartments were shownoff to potential clients andinvestors. The highspecification properties number27 two bedrooms and 20 onebedrooms, with a choice offurnished or unfurnished.Prices start at £750 pcm and
also include membership of thehotel’s gym.Nick Dawson, Venmore’s areaand divisional manager, said:“We are incredibly excited tobe working with one ofLiverpool’s propertydevelopers and, in particular,to work for them on such a
landmark scheme.“The Hilton apartmentsrepresent class, elegance andquality. This is a jewel in thecrown for reaffirmingVenmore’s position at theforefront of the Liverpoolproperty market.”
HILTON HEIGHTSVenmore sales and lettings agent is offering 47 rental apartments on the topthree floors of the new Hilton hotel in the Liverpool One development.
A group of Liverpool residentsenjoyed tea at the Town Hallrecently as a thank you fortheir work in the community.The residents were all finalistsin New Heartland’s ‘Making aDifference’ awards last yearand were recognised for givingup their time to support thecommunities where they liveacross the Liverpool Housing
Market Renewal Areas. Theywere given a tour of the TownHall by local historian SteveBinns before sitting down totea and cake with Lord MayorMike Storey. Marie Gray fromthe Lodge Lane Credit Unionwhich was the overallChampion of the ‘Making aDifference’ awards said: “Itwas a lovely afternoon. When
we met the Lord Mayor at theevent in June he promised tohave us all round for tea and itwas great to actually do thatand to catch up with the otherfinalists we had met at theceremony. To be recognised bythe wider authorities for thework we do within thecommunity meant a lot to usand I really enjoyed it.”
Mayor raises a cup to hardworking residents.
JAMES KERSH AND AUCTIONEERANDREW BINSTOCK
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With the possibility of a new governmentand other changes in 2010, what would youlike to see happen in the year ahead?
What’s on yourNew Year’swish list?
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“I’d like the government to permanentlyraise the stamp duty threshold to £175kand abolish the Home Information Packs.I’d also want to see the banks becomemore flexible in offering mortgage loans sothat more first time buyers can get on theproperty ladder.”
Louis Anastasioumanaging director,Andrew Louis
“Apart from stating the obvious in relationto the wish to see the UK economybecoming stronger and less burdensomeon this and future generations, my wishlist would have to include bringing peaceand stability to the world’s conflict zonessuch as Afghanistan, Iraq, the MiddleEast, Africa, etc.” Lesley Martin-Wright
marketing and businessdevelopment manager,JST Lawyers
“As always, I’m looking forward to aprosperous New Year and the challengesit will bring. However, this year I wouldlike to see an end to the recession andsee the economy moving again,providing much needed employmentopportunities within the city. From that,we will then see economic growth, and aboost to other industries – including theproperty market.”
Adam Rastallmanaging director,Belvoir Lettings West Derby
“I’d like to see lenders loosen up and startlending properly to first time buyers.That’s the only way to get them onto theproperty ladder. The banks need to lowerthe deposits needed before mortgages areagreed, and give buyers some incentive.The rates we’ve seen of late have been fartoo high. If I could add to that, I’d saykeep the stamp duty relief.”
Sheila Renshawproprietor, PrioryProperty Services
“This year I’d like to see Liverpool F.C.win the Europa League, the FA Cupand have a top four finish in thePremiership. Then I’d have to say forstamp duty relief to be madepermanent, easier accessible mortgagesfor buyers and investors, and forinterest rates to stay low.” Alan Binks
managing director,HomeLets
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Why did you choose thisproperty? I’ve moved here from London,and wanted to live in Liverpoolcity centre, so this apartment isin an ideal location. It’s a shortwalk into town, and is easy forme to get to work. I also have acar and needed somewhere withoff road parking.
Is it furnished?No, the flat was empty so I hadthe freedom to imagine exactlyhow I would set the place up ifI bought it. What really sold itto me was the balcony - it wasmuch larger than I wasexpecting and provided a greatview of Liverpool. I liked theproperty the moment I walkedinto it. There was a great dealof space in the bedrooms andthe living areas.
How are you using your livingspace?We have about five bookshelvesto put up in the living area aswell as a writing bureau. As theliving area is one large spacewith the kitchen included, we’llhave a kitchen island anddinner table towards the backof the room too.
What are the bathrooms like? The bathrooms have whitefittings and black galaxy tiles;it’s nice and simple.
How are you using the secondbedroom?The spare room will be muchthe same as the masterbedroom, and will be ideal forwhen family and friends comeand visit.
Tara McNally, 26, is an assistant economist,and has recently moved into a two bedroompenthouse at The Reach developmentoverlooking Liverpool city centre, with KeppieMassie Residential. She lives with herpartner, Thomas Murray, a youthdevelopment co-ordinator, who’s 27.
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We have some wooden sculptures,masks and prints. Some of them webought in Sri Lanka, where I’m from originally, and someare from Sierra Leone where Tom visits for work two tothree times a year.
Do you have anysignificant items?
TARA AND THOMAS
Currently it’s in dark pink, but this mightchange. The room will have a double bed,wardrobes and dressing table, a big chestand a comfy chair in the corner.
How are you decoratingthe master bedroom?
What is your predominantcolour scheme? At present there are a fewdifferent colour schemesrunning through the property.However, when we’ve finisheddecorating I think it will be agreen and wood look in general,maybe something different inthe bedrooms.
What service did you receivefrom Keppie Massie? From the first dealing I hadwith the Keppie Massie team,they were really friendly andapproachable, and werewonderful in helping me buythe property. As a first timebuyer I was pretty cluelessabout what I needed to do, andthe timescales to follow, butthey were really patient withme and explained the process.
I would love to get a hottub out on the balcony!
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£400,000 One Park WestComprising three double bedrooms, openplan living area, dining area and fittedkitchen, ensuite and bathroom. 24 hourconcierge, communal roof garden andsecure parking.
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£204,960 One Park WestTwo double bedrooms, open plan livingarea and fitted kitchen, ensuite andbathroom. 24 hour concierge, communalroof garden, option to purchase parking.
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£162,500 The SympathyBeautiful property substantially reducedfor quick sale. Two bedrooms, living area,kitchen, bathroom. Viewing is highlyrecommended.
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£150,000 One Park WestOpen plan living area and kitchen, doublebedroom and bathroom. Stunning views,a communal roof garden and a 24 hourconcierge. Parking available
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£132,950 Archview Crescent 2 bedrooms, city centre location, viewingrecommended
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£100,000 One Park WestFully furnished, plasma TV, 2 yrs gymmembership, 2yrs phone line rental!!!Open plan living area , kitchen area andseperate bathroom. 24 hour security andcommunal roof terrace.
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£575,000 Beetham PlazaDuplex penthouse open plan living areaand dining room, fully fitted kitchen,three bedrooms, en-suite shower room,family bathroom and WC. Spaciousterrace with views, concierge, residents'gym and two secure parking spaces.
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£695,000 The ColonnadesPenthouse apartment situated in theexclusive, Grade I* listed, Colonnades.Briefly comprising open plan living area,separate kitchen, three double bedrooms,two en-suites and WC, 24 hour concierge,secure parking
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£499,950 Waterloo WarehouseSpacious ground floor apartment openplan lounge and dining areas, kitchen,four double bedrooms, two en-suites,family shower room and utility room. 16.5metre private patio area, two allocatedparking spaces and 24hr manned security.
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£285,000 The ColonnnadesThird floor apartment, fully fittedkitchen, lounge and dining area, twodouble bedrooms, ensuite andbathroom. Original features views overthe Albert Dock, 24hour conciergeservice, parking
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£259,950 Wapping QuaySecond floor corner apartment situated inthe highly desirable Wapping Dock.Briefly comprising split floor lounge anddining area, separate kitchen, two doublebedrooms, and modern bathroom.Spectacular views, parking, balcony.
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£215,000 Waterloo WarehouseKing Sturge is delighted to offer thisfourth and fifth floor duplex apartmentsituated in the popular Grade II* listedbuilding. Comprising split level livingand dining area, separate kitchen, twodouble bedrooms, ensuite andbathroom.
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£175,000 Quebec QuayRIVER FACING apartment comprisinglounge, separate kitchen, two doublebedrooms, en-suite and bathroom. Julietbalcony over looking the river. Withsecure parking and visitors parking.
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£169,950 St Pauls Square Tenth floor penthouse apartmentcomprising open plan living area andkitchen, two double bedrooms, en-suiteand bathroom. Balcony overlooking StPaul's Square. Secure parking is availableat an additional cost of £15,000.
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£164,950 St Pauls SquareEighth floor apartment, comprising openplan living area and kitchen, two doublebedrooms, en-suite and bathroom. Theproperty benefits from a balconyoverlooking St Paul's Square. Secureparking is available.
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£159,950 Trafalgar WarehouseDuplex penthouse, comprising open planliving area, fully fitted kitchen, twobedrooms and bathroom. Propertybenefits from feature brick walls, originaloak beams, multipane sash windows andsecure undergound parking.
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£149,950 South Ferry QuayLocated within the popular Liverpoolmarina area. Briefly comprising open planliving area and fully fitted kitchen withintegrated appliances, two bedrooms, andbathroom.
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£129,950 City Quay2 bedrooms with parking docklandlocation
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£75,000 Walton VillageThree Bed End Terrace, Two Receptions,Bathroom, UPVC DG, GCH System,Front Garden, Rear Yard, NO CHAIN
Northwood 0151 256 1035
£63,250 Pendleton RoadTwo Bedroom End Terrace, LargeBathroom, Two Reception Areas, Kitchen,Yard to Rear, DG, GCH System, no chain,
Northwood 0151 256 1035
£119,950 Snowdon Lane2 bedroom mid terraced house, gas centralheating, double glazing, security alarm, Fitted wardrobes, gardens, and driveway.NO CHAIN INVOLVED.
Andrew Louis 0151 330 5333
From £64,950 View 146A selection of studio, one and twobedroom apartments all with parking.Ideal first time buy. Call now for viewings.
Andrew Louis 0151 330 5333
£84,950 Shaw StreetOpen plan lounge and kitchen, bedroomand bathroom. Period frontage, parkingand stunning views.
King Sturge 0151 242 6490
£69,950 Whitland Road3 Bedroom Mid Terrace, Two ReceptionRooms, UPVC DG, GCH, NO CHAIN
Northwood 0151 256 1035
£69,950 Pendennis StreetThree Bedroom Mid Terrace, ThreeReception Rooms, Kitchen, FamilyBathroom, Rear Yard, RequiresUpgrading but would be a Ideal FamilyHome, NO CHAIN, 95% MortgageAvailable (Subject to Conditions)
Northwood 0151 256 1035
From £67,500 Shaw Street 2 x one bedroom apartments offered at a75% share. Located close to the CityCentre and all amenities.
Andrew Louis 0151 330 5333
£79,950 Freehold StreetFour Bedroom Detached, Two ReceptionRooms, Large Kitchen, Two Bath/ShowerRooms, Forecourt to Front, Yard to Rear,Requires Refurbishment, NO CHAIN
Northwood 0151 256 1035
£299,950 Falkner SquareImmaculate 3 bedroom duplex apartment,en suite bathroom, shower room, utilityroom, fitted kitchen, residents parking.NO CHAIN.
Andrew Louis 0151 330 5333
£134,950 Catherine HouseApartment in Grade II listed building inthe Georgian Quarter. Open plan livingarea with fitted kitchen, bedroom andshower room. Benefits from sashwindows, high ceilings with cornicing,picture rails and dado rails. Offered withall furniture. Allocated parking.
King Sturge 0151 242 6490
£79,950 Evered AvenueThree Bedroom Mid Terrace, TwoReception Rooms, Kitchen, FamilyBathroom, UPVC DG, GCH, Large RearYard with Park Views to the Rear, NOCHAIN
Northwood 0151 256 1035
£44,950 Gladstone RoadTwo Bedroom Mid Terrace, TwoReception Areas, Kitchen, Bathroom,Rear Yard, NO CHAIN, RequiresRefurbishment
Northwood 0151 256 1035
£79,950 Holly GrangeTwo Bedroom Modern Apartment, OpenPlan Living Room/Kitchen, Three PieceEnsuite Bathroom, Off Road Parking,Ideal for First Time Buyer or Investor,NO CHAIN
Northwood 0151 256 1035
£37,500 Hanworth CloseGround Floor Studio Apartment,Reception Area, Fitted Kitchen,Bathroom, Driveway Parking, NOCHAIN
Northwood 0151 256 1035
£119,950 Kremlin DriveSix Bedroom Terraced, Two ReceptionAreas, Three Kitchens, Two Bath/ShowerRooms, Rear Garden, RequiresRefurbishment, No Chain
Northwood 0151 256 1035
£114,995 Broadgreen RoadThree Bedroom Semi Detached, TwoReception Rooms, Family Bathroom, LoftRoom with Ensuite with Shower Room,Gardens to Front and Rear, UPVC DG,GCH, NO CHAIN
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£215,995 Thingwall Hall DriveSTAMP DUTY PAID – Subject to terms& conditions, Three Bedroom ExtendedSemi Detached, Two Reception Rooms,Kitchen/Dining Room, Conservatory,UPVC DG, GCH, Gardens to Front andRear, Gated Driveway Parking, no chain
Northwood 0151 256 1035
£134,950 Bagot StreetA well maintained bay fronted midterrace property comprising gas firedcentral heating, DG, entrance hall,lounge, sitting room, kitchen diner, 3bedrooms, bathroom and rear yard.
Andrew Louis 0151 330 5333
£114,950 Mystery CloseModern Three Bedroom End Terrace,Reception Room, Kitchen/Diner, FamilyBathroom, UPVC DG, GCH, Gardens toFront and Rear, Driveway Parking, NOCHAIN
Northwood 0151 256 1035
£439,950 Park Lea, Fulwood ParkTastefully designed townhouse over 3levels. Four bedrooms, open plan kitchenand dining area, family room, decked areaand rear garden. Fulwood Park is a highlydesirable location in South Liverpoolclose to Sefton Park and the River Mersey.
King Sturge 0151 242 6490
£170,000 Heydale RoadFour Bedroom Semi Detached, TwoReception Rooms, Ensuite to MasterBedroom, Conservatory, Downstairs WC,Garage, Driveway Parking, Rear Garden,NO CHAIN
Northwood 0151 256 1035
£139,950 Alverstone RoadThree Bedroom Mid Terrace, TwoReception Rooms, Kitchen, Bathroom,Loft Room, Double Glazing, Gas CentralHeating System, Requires Modernization,NO CHAIN
Northwood 0151 256 1035
£55,000 Woodholme CourtOne Bedroom Apartment, ReceptionRoom, Large Fitted, Kitchen, Bathroom,Double Glazing, Electric Heating, GatedParking, NO CHAIN
Northwood 0151 256 1035
£54,995 CornerbrookThree Bedroom Mid Terrace, ReceptionRoom with Patio Doors open to RearGarden, Large Kitchen/Diner, Rear Yard,NO CHAIN
Northwood 0151 256 1035
£79,950 Carr Meadow HeyThree Bedroom Semi Detached, TwoReception Areas, Fitted Kitchen,Conservatory, Family Bathroom, LoftConversion, Large Rear Garden, DoubleGlazing, Gas Central Heating System, NOCHAIN
Northwood 0151 256 1035
£349,950 The Manor House,Four Bedroom Detached, Large Kitchenwith Open Plan Living Space, ThreeBath/Shower Rooms, Integral Garage,Driveway Parking, RequiresModernisation, NO CHAIN, 95%MORTGAGE AVAILABLE (SUBJECTTO CONDITIONS)
Northwood 0151 256 1035
£99,950 Pinnington RoadTwo Bedroom Semi Detached,Kitchen/Diner, Conservatory Extension,Family Bathroom, Double Glazing, GasCentral Heating System, Garage,Driveway Parking, Front and RearGardens, NO CHAIN
Northwood 0151 256 1035
£134,950 Headingley CloseThree Bedroom Semi Detached, ThroughLounge/Dining Room, Fitted Kitchen,UPVC Double Glazing, Gas CentralHeating System, Gardens to Front andRear, Driveway Parking
Northwood 0151 256 1035
£800pcm Old HaymarketStunning loft style apartment ideallylocated opposite St George's Hall. Theproperty benefits from many originalfeatures such as exposed brick work andwood beams. Accommodation comprises aspacious lounge and dining area, separatektichen, two double bedrooms, ensuiteand bathroom. The property is offeredfully furnished and is availableimmediately.
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£750pcm One Park WestBrand new two bedroom apartmentsituated on the 13th floor, offeringfantastic views of the River and ThreeGraces. Comprising an open-plan living,dining and kitchen area, two bedrooms(master with ensuite), and a separatebathroom. Furnished to a high standardand includes secure allocated parking.Viewing recommended to appreciate.
King Sturge 0151 242 6490
£700pcm Old HaymarketUnique two bedroom apartment locatedon Old Haymarket (bottom of VictoriaSt). Accommodation comprises of loungewith dining area, kitchen, two bedrooms,shower room and bathroom. Unfurnished
King Sturge 0151 242 6490
£700pcm One Park WestBrand new, one bedroom, top floorapartment situated in the heart ofLiverpool One. The apartment is on the17th floor and offers fantastic views of theRiver and Three Graces. Comprising anopen-plan living, dining and kitchen area,one bedroom and a bathroom. Offeredfully furnished to a high standard.
King Sturge 0151 242 6490
£558pcm The Foundry New two bedroom apartment centrallylocated on Lydia Ann Street. Comprisingliving and dining area, kitchen with fittedappliances, 2 bedrooms and bathroom.Unfurnished, floor to ceiling windows.Parking can be included for an additionalcost, although permit parking is available.
King Sturge 0151 242 6490
£650pcm National BankTwo bedroom apartment centrally locatedin Fenwick St. Accommodationcomprises open plan lounge, kitchen anddining area, two bedrooms and bathroom.The property is offered fully furnishedand is available end of July.
King Sturge 0151 242 6490
£600pcm Beetham TowerSeventh floor one bedroom apartmentsituated in the heart of the businessdistrict. Comprising lounge, fully fittedkitchen, with washer-dryer anddishwasher, bedroom and bathroom. Theproperty benefits from amazing riverviews and 24hr concierge, furnished.
King Sturge 0151 242 6490
£875pcm Pall MallTwo bedroom penthouse apartment, open-plan living, dining and kitchen area,separate bath and shower room, studyarea, balcony and large terrace to rear.The property is offered furnished,benefits from floor to ceiling windows,with fantastic views over the city andriver towards the Wirral and comesincluding secure allocated parking.Internal inspection recommended.
King Sturge 0151 242 6490
£700pcm Lockfield ViewBeautiful 4 bed, fully furnished house,furnished to a very high spec. Garage,garedns front and rear, sunroom. DG,GCH, alarmed. Viewing essential
Contact : 00353 868 070 721
£650pcm The AnchorageTwo bedroom furnished apartmentlocated on Liverpool's Marina.Accommodation comprises a loungewith dining area, fully fitted kitchen,two bedrooms and a bathroom. Theproperty is immediately available andbenefits from car parking. Theapartment is currently being refurbishednew windows, bathroom and kitchen.
King Sturge 0151 242 6490
£650pcm City QuayGround floor Two DOUBLE bedroomfully furnished apartment located by thewaterfront. Accommodation comprisesopen plan lounge, kitchen and diningarea, two double bedrooms andbathroom. The property also benefitsfrom a terrace over the water feature andallocated parking. Immediatelyavailable.
King Sturge 0151 242 6490
£650pcm Trafalgar WarehouseSecond floor apartment centrallylocated next to Lime Street Station.Comprising open-plan living, diningand kitchen area, master bedroom, plusSTUDY and bathroom. The apartmentis offered furnished and benefits frompermit parking. Inspectionrecommended.
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Are you looking forward to the Strictlylive tour?I can’t wait. I’m really excited about it. I’vebeen doing all that training and dancing forso long and I loved learning all the moves.The only thing I didn’t like was standing inthe spotlight for the judging, so the tour isall the things I love about the show. Even ifyou’re in the bottom three it’s great becauseyou’ll still be performing the next night.
Do you think the live tour will be lessnerve-wracking than the TV show?I used to get terrified before the show sothere’s less pressure in that respect butinstead of performing for live TV we’ll be athuge stadiums like Wembley and the O2. Ithink the first few times I’ll always beterrified, that’s just in my nature. Once I getinto a groove with it I’ll go out and reallyenjoy the dances. What I love about the liveshow is that everyone gets behind it soenthusiastically because they’re all such bigfans. The atmosphere will be brilliant.
Which couples have really impressedyou this series?I loved Natalie and Vincent. Natalie is avery good friend of mine and I have reallyenjoyed watching them. The whole thing hasbeen a pleasure to watch because everybodys had something to add. Ali is a fantasticdancer and then there are people like RickyWhittle and Jade. I was really gutted whenshe couldn’t dance again. The show has beenso mixed this year, it’s just great.
Did you feel harshly done by to bevoted off the show?I think it was a bit of a surprise. I was reallyupset on the Monday after more thananything because I’d got used to being taughtthe different moves every week. That wasreally sad when it sank in. James and I bothfelt that because of the public responseswe had a feeling that we werepossibly going to go out anyway.Originally we never reallythought we’d be gettingbeyond weeks one or two,never mind seven.
You played something ofan infamous character inFootballer’s Wives. Do youthink any of the stories ringtrue for the real life WAGs?I certainly hope not – that wouldbe terrifying! There were some quiteextreme characters in Footballer’s Wives soI certainly hope none of the WAGs areanything like Tanya Turner. I think theWAGs in Liverpool always look reallystunning. You always see them out andabout with their Cricket bags and theyalways look fantastic.
Do you have any new productions linedup for 2010?The tour ends in February, so until wefinish that we’ll play it by ear. It’s beenyears since I’ve done drama so I think it’stime to get back to that.
You’ve done some presenting inthe past. How does that compare toacting?I love presenting. I was presenting while Iwas pregnant and that was nice. I didn’tfeel it was right to be pregnant while I was
playing a role were I wasn’t pregnant,so I was never going to feel too
self-conscious while I waspresenting. It worked
out really well for me.
What are yourpassions outsideof acting?I really enjoy goingout for dinner and
I’m sure I’ll get achance to try some of
the fabulous Liverpoolrestaurants during the
daytime. I also love walkingand I love watching films. I like a
massive cross-section, from Betty Davisand Joan Crawford to films like IngloriousBastards. I’ve just watched SherlockHolmes and that was amazing. The onlygenre I don’t like is horror. Every time myhusband Jim tries to put a horror film onI’ll give it a go and he’ll fall asleep, so I’llhave to turn off all the lights at the end ofthe night on my own.
Under the guise of the notorious Tanya Turner in ‘Footballer’s Wives’, actress Zoe Luckernegotiated her way through a host of husbands, flings, murders and other evil schemes to keep
her place at the top. More recently, Zoe was doing her best to impress the ‘Strictly ComeDancing’ judges, as one of the dazzling stars of the show. The affable actress caught up with
Your Move ahead of the Strictly live show at the Liverpool Arena.
interview by jonathan kearney��
“I thinkthe WAGs in
Liverpool alwayslook reallystunning.”
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BornHuddersfield, 11 April 1974
EducationThe Arden School ofTheatre, Manchester
CreditsBrazen Hussies; Bad Girls;Bombshell; Holby Blue
Tanya Turner quote“Just a friendly warning forthe future - you go anywherenear my husband again andit’ll take more than Botox tosort your face out.”
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on 18 and 19 January. Tickets,which start at £35, are availablefrom the box office on0844 8000 400.
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TOY STORYI'm a desperate mum who needs some advice on toy
storage! The festivities have really taken their toll andmy home seems to be overwhelmed with toys. Couldyou give me any suggestions on how best to store themwithout it costing earth?
Help is at hand with some tubs fromwww.faulks.co.uk. A simple rubber garden tub isa fantastic storage solution. Each one can hold ahuge amount of toys, and they are also veryinexpensive. You could organise the storage by usingdifferent coloured tubs, for different activities, or labelthem. The added benefit is that the tubs make tiding upreally easy when playtime’s finished.
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LIGHTEN UPNow that the Christmas tree has come down, the
corner where it shed its light looks so bare. I’ve decidedto purchase a floor light to brighten up this space -could you help? Ideally, I’d like a contemporary designwith a magical element, preferably made from wood?
Samuel Chan has designed some spectacular lamps forChannels which I think would suit your specification.The magic lanterns are really elegant standard lamps,and they are made from natural or stained oak. Insidethe spherical lantern is a frosted glass cylinder whichproduces a beautiful, seductive and atmospheric light.The collection is called Motley III and is available inthree sizes - the largest lamp stands at two metres high.
TILES WITH STYLEOur conservatory is looking very unloved, as we really
don't use it except to store the garden furniture. I've said thisyear we are going to update it. My problem is I'm worriedabout having a new floor laid as we have under floor heating.
Yes, you can lay tiles over existing tiles. It would be worthgetting a professional tiler to do this as the floor first needs tobe cleaned thoroughly and the correct products need to beused. The existing tiles need to be primed and then youwould need to lay the new tiles using a flexible adhesive andgrout. Before you purchase your new tiles, it would be worthyou considering the depth as this will effect how much yourdoors etc. will need to be trimmed. Then feel free to make themost of your conservatory and enjoy the extra space!
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SHOCK OFTHE NEWSleek and simple, white makes its statement in uniqueshapes and contemporary designs for the home.
Compiled by Frances Gill
Stockists: Elaine Cunningham Interiors – 0845 500 5060. Marks & Spencer –0151 708 8383. B&Q – 0151 524 1001. www.ecosmartfire.com – 0845 260 0268.Utility – 0151 708 4192. Habitat – 0844 499 1148.
Autograph renzo coffee table,£399, Marks & Spencer
Lara pendant, white mattglass, £429, BoConcept atElaine Cunningham Interiors
Dylan table lamp with 3Dshade, £22.98, Lights by B&Q
Vitra Hocker Stool, £880, byHerzog & de Meuron at Utility
Ginko wall art, £29.50,Marks & Spencer
Ecosmart cube fire, height, 945mm x width,945mm x depth, 392mm, £5,740, www.ecosmartfire.com
Scala two seat sofa,white, £879.20, Habitat
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Hot In The City//// ALL THE LATEST LIFESTYLE NEWS
Pop star Peter Andre, best known for his jungle antics and recentmarriage to Katie Price, visited Liverpool to launch his newfragrance for women.
The new perfume, Unconditional, was launched at ThePerfume Shop in Liverpool One, where Peter was present to signbottles for fans.
Katie Price was also in the city of late, to promote her newequestrian range at Derby House in The Metquarter - for all thephotos see Streetlife on page 54.
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A new deli in St Paul’sSquare is tantalisingtastebuds in the city’scommercial quarter.
Franklins Deli, situated onthe ground floor of HillDickinson’s Liverpool officein the development, just offOld Hall Street, is servinglocally produced, ethicallysourced food for breakfast,lunch and corporate events.
The salad bar and ‘graband go’ ready madesandwiches are set to becomefavourites in the businessdistrict, complementing BrewTea Bar.
Hope Street favourite, The Quarter, is set to expand with a retail offer tocomplement its restaurant produce.
The Quarter Kitchen will offer a range of homemade cakes, wraps,paninis, salads and traiteur dishes, and a selection of larder essentials.Cheese, bread, milk, eggs, seasonal vegetables and fruit will also be on offer.
The Quarter itself will also offer extra seating for 40 more diners. Co-owner Gary Manning, one half of the team behind The Quarter, 60 HopeStreet and HoSt, commented: “We understand the positive impact ourbusiness has on the local community in the Hope Street area, that’swhy we have an ongoing commitment to job creation and investmentin the area.”
New slice of success
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Ali Bastian, Natalie Cassidy and Zoe Lucker are amongst thecelebrities performing on 18 and 19 January. The judges fromthe hit television show will also be present.
For details visit www.echoarena.com or ring the box office on0844 8000 400.
The stars of the most recent series will be performingtheir favourite dances, with their world-classprofessional dance partners, at the Liverpool Arena.
OUR CHOICE BEST OF THE REST
Strictly Come Dancing 2010 Live
Direct from the West End comes a classic spy thriller that hasbeen brilliantly and hilariously recreated by Patrick Barlow.Showing at the Playhouse Theatre from 3 December until 16January, this delightfully funny show follows the amazingadventures of hero Richard Hanney that will entertain, shockand grip the Playhouse audiences.
Visit www.everymanplayhouse.com
NickelbackLiverpool Echo Arena, 17 January
Multi-million album-selling Canadian rockershave announced a UK date at the LiverpoolArena and with such massive songs andbrilliant stage presence, it will be impossiblefor them to disappoint. Tickets are £35. Visitwww.echoarena.com or call the box office on0844 8000 400.
The Friendship ExperimentUnity Theatre, 14 January until 30 January
Big Wow Theatre Company has a brilliantand unique show this January. This piece of‘theatre without a safety net’ tells the story oftwo friends ‘making it up as they go along’.See www.unitytheatreliverpool.co.uk.
The Imagined VillagePhilharmonic Hall, 18 January
Winner at BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards 2008,The Imagined Village comes to Liverpool’sPhilharmonic Hall. The stunning projectinterweaves traditional folk with the soundsand voices of today’s multicultural England.Visit www.liverpoolphil.com or call 0151 709 3789.
God Bless the Child:an evening with Billie HolidayPhilharmonic Hall, 21 January
Returning by popular demand, KatrinaBeckford stars as Holiday in this one-womanshow set in a small jazz club. Beautifullyperformed, the show includes a selection ofthe Lady Day’s greatest songs and darkestsecrets. See www.liverpoolphil.com or call0151 709 3789.
Birds of a FeatherBluecoat Display Centre,23 January until 27 February
This exhibition brings together two artists whoare based in the same Bristol studios. LouiseGardiner’s lively illustrative embroideriesand Sophie Woodrow’s curious sculpturalceramics are both created from highlyimaginative worlds of creatures and characters.See www.bluecoatdisplaycentre.com.
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Stockists: Burton – 0151 227 2359. Ellis Brigham – 0151 709 6912. Milletts – 0151 709 7017.TK Maxx – 0151 708 9919. John Lewis – 0151 709 7070. Schuh - 0151 708 5458.
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Blue Fairisle trinca,£10, Burton Hawkeye Crime Scene,
£95, Anon at Ellis Brigham
Nike Metallic Luna Duffel,£21.99, Schuh
The North Face FusionTriclimate Jacket, £200, John Lewis
Hawx 100 ski boot, £285,Atomic at Ellis Brigham
Michael Kors MK8104 men'schronograph watch, £175.20, John Lewis
Ski gloves, from£12.99, TK Maxx
Suspect & Salomon Z 10 skis£420, Ellis Brigham
Track down these cosy winterwarmers before hitting the slopes.
Dare 2b Men's AlertSki Pant, £49.99, Millets
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Abstract, digital prints pack a punch as a centraltrend for the beginning of 2010. Opt for smartpieces and create an artistic look for the future!
Glow print leggings, £45,by Unique at Topshop
Dip-dye necklace, £45,Freedom at Topshop
Digital print shiftdress, £80, Oasis
Mainline, Peers silktop, £89, Ted Baker
Vivid eyelashes,£12.50, Topshop
Rise multi moon print skirt,£28, Dorothy Perkins
Stockists: Oasis – 0151 708 0631. Topshop – 0151 709 1660.Ted Baker – 0151 703 9330. Dorothy Perkins – 0151 227 2359. Dune – 0151 707 9085.
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Skittle shoe,£85, Dune
Swirl dress, £70, Saints ofSoul at Dorothy Perkins
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Merchants Bar &Restaurant62 Castle StreetT: 0151 702 7897
Chef’s special: ThroughoutJanuary, Merchants is offering 50per cent off all meals all dayMonday to Friday until 7.30pm.
Highlight: Stunning interiors,pleasant service, and a diversechoice on the menu makes this arare venue where there really issomething for all tastes.
To book a table at MerchantsBar & Restaurant, telephone0151 702 7897. To enquireabout St Paul's Square callKing Sturge on 0151 242 6490,or visitwww.theperfectsquare.co.uk.
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At 62 Castle Street, stunningVictorian architecture bringstranquil luxury to the heart ofthe city centre in MerchantsBar & Restaurant. The venue,decorated in opulent shadesin keeping with its highceilings and architecturaldetail, opened in August 2008.It’s now preparing for theNew Year with deliciousincentives for shoppers andthose in the business district.David Caught, MuseDevelopments’ sales andmarketing director is visitingthe city to meet the agents,King Sturge, charged withsales at the St Paul’s Squaresite. As he joins me for lunch,he remarks on its impressiveinterior setting, and theappeal of the city as a whole.
With the incentive forbuyers to purchase one andtwo bedroom apartments at StPaul’s Square on thegovernment’s HomeBuyDirect scheme, the market hasreally picked up of late, toMuse’s advantage: “It’s afantastic scheme which allowspeople who don’t have a hugedeposit to becomehomeowners, and St Paul’sSquare is the onlydevelopment in the citycentre to offer it. Since the
prices of the properties wereadjusted to reflect the market,the take-up has beenphenomenal.”
Quality and choice are alsotenets at Merchants, wherestarters range from eggsbenedict with parma ham orsmoked salmon, to salt andpepper squid. MuseDevelopments’ work in theUK is equally diverse, withprojects in Reading,Plymouth, Leeds andManchester as well asLiverpool, but an overallfocus on delivering successfulschemes in urbanregeneration areas. Of course,St Paul’s Square no longerseems to fit the ‘regeneration’category, as the area hastransformed dramatically inrecent years. The appeal ofthe properties to first timebuyers, young professionalsand retired couples is attestedto by the scheme’s agents.
For our main courses,David orders the pennecarbonara with wildmushrooms and pancetta,while I opt for the ‘MerchantsClassic’ chicken pie with puffpastry, leeks and tarragoncream. David’s career pathalso followed a traditionalroute. From working at an
estate agent’s after leavingschool, he moved into sellingnew build properties. Hebegan running his ownbusiness as a consultant, andthat led him to work on arange of projects for nationalhousebuilders. Over abrowsing of the dessert menu– which offers Everton mintcrème brulee and bread andbutter pudding with orangemarmalade - and coffee,David reveals he is relishinghis current role: “The newbuild side to the business hasalways fascinated me, andworking for Muse onlandmark sites is veryexciting. Although I’m verymuch focused on the salesside, the large-scale projectsare a very interesting businessto be involved in.” He added:“Melissa Porter, the TVpresenter on property, wasvery impressed with St Paul’sSquare when she visited andput together a piece for thewebsite. The units are muchlarger than you’d expect for acity centre apartment, withtwo bedroom apartments at900 sq ft – typically you’d seesomething more like 700, or750 sq ft – and one bedroomapartments at 590 sq ft.”
The firm is also busy
completing new sites inWakefield and Canning Town,again with a mixture of officeand residential units, andcreating landscapes for thefuture. For David, theLiverpool scheme successstory unfolded, despite adifficult climate, because ofthe specification of theproperties and the developers’vision: luckily, that seemsto be something which is setto continue.
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Fresh from her jungleexperience for ITV, KatiePrice visited Liverpool’sMetquarter to promote hernew ‘KP’ equestrianclothing range and signautographs for fans andcustomers at Derby House.The new ‘pop up boutique’which stocks the range islocated on the upper mallof the Metquarter. Queuesto visit the store and meetKatie Price formed early,from the centre’s opening,as fans had travelled fromacross the north-west forthe occasion.
//// STREETLIFE DERBY HOUSE, METQUARTER, DECEMBER 2009
Katie Price meets fans
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“fans travelledfrom acrossthe north-westto meet Katie”
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KATIE POSES FORPHOTOGRAPHERSOUTSIDE DERBY HOUSE
KATHERINE AND JESSIEWERE FIRST IN THEQUEUE TO MEET KATIE
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KATIE SIGNS HERBOOKS FOR FANS
SARAH, SUZANNE,CARL AND LITTLE ELLA
ELLIE, LESLIE AND MILLY
ANDREW AND AMYVISITED FROM CHESTER
PETER AND HEIDIARLENE TOOK PUBLICITYSHOTS FOR THE METQUARTER
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