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Cyprus Mangal
I am an avid user of Top Table and for those of you that have not been introduce to this fabulous website, you’re in for a treat. There is something for everyone, dining on a budget, indulging in Michelin star restaurants, looking for entertainment – this is the place to start your search. You can get great deals, from discounts up to 50% off the bill to free cocktails with your meal. You can also clock up points when you write a review after dining and these points are put towards a free meal. The best deal I have found recently for those of you looking to dine out in the Notting Hill area is The Turkish restaurant Cyprus Mangal as they have a Christmas deal for 50% off the food bill and it is not limited to a particular booking time. The offer is on till 24th of December, and while it isn’t your traditional Christmas grub, there is plenty of entertainment on offer with lively music and a belly dancer – perfect for a Christmas party! I will be definitely be taking them up on this offer as my birthday is coming up so I will be sure to report back.
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Reception
For a little bit of luxury in the heart of London look no further. This beautiful interior designed three bedroom, two bathroom flat is situated in the heart of Kensington. Located on a quiet street this apartment is ideal with a large private terrace – it is the perfect spot to entertain or enjoy some peace and quiet. This flat is located in a secure, portered block with easy access to the transport links and amenities of both Kensington High Street and Notting Hill. Only a stones throw away from High Street Kensington it is close to a great number of shops and restaurants. A good example of what Kensington High Street has to offer is Whole Foods, which was started in America and is now adopted by the Londoners as the place to go for natural and organic foods. For a truly magical experience no where beats Kensington Roof Gardens. Located 100 feet above the High Street it is a hidden gem with three themed gardens, with over 70 full size trees, a flowing stream stocked with fish and resident flamingos Bill, Ben, Splosh and Pecks. With a club and a restaurant this is the perfect place to wine and dine followed with a spot of dancing. Now if that doesn’t entice you to live in this wonderful area nothing will.
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Craven Hill Property - Exterior
Bayswater is great place to live for a number of reasons. It has a large variety of food on offer, from the popular Four Seasons made famous for its succulent roast duck to the more upscale Royal China, which is still affordable and does a brilliant selection of Dim Sum. Let’s not forget Kiasu that won Time out Cheap Eats in 2007 and serves cuisine that derives its influence from The Straits (of Malacca) and its Far Eastern neighbours. But there isn’t just oriental food, everything from Italian to American cuisine is also available. There is also a huge array of entertainment on offer such as the Odeon cinema, Queens Ice Skating rink, Whitelys shopping centre and two bowling venues, Queens bowling and All Star Lanes, all at your door step. And if that hasn’t got you interested in moving to this energetic part of town perhaps this will convince you. This brilliant modern studio apartment is brand new and refurbished to a very high standard. It comes with a fully fitted kitchen and a separate private shower room. There is a plasma screen flat TV with FREE cable TV as well as FREE Internet. Access to communal gardens and the on-site gym is also thrown into the deal. Within easy walking distance to Bayswater Tube, Lancaster Gate and Paddington Tube station, this is a property that should not be missed.
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You may need an Energy Performance Certificate if you are planning to sell or let out your house. Having a copy of a valid EPC when you are involved in such dealings, can help you significantly. EPC is included in the Home Information Pack (HIP) that the seller must have completed before beginning to market the property. As a landlord, you will be required to have a valid EPC before you can change tenants. An EPC assumes paramount importance when a building or property is put on sale or let out. Prospective buyers, often use it to refer when a property or building is let out or sold.
The rating given by accredited Domestic Energy Assessors provides the current energy and carbon emission efficiency rating. It depicts the amount of energy consumption and CO2 rating for your property. A favourable rating is indicative of the fact that the property is not causing harm to the environment.
Besides this, it also mentions the rating that could be achieved if you made improvements to the property. There are numerous advantages of having an EPC. It is said that every home that is marketed for sale must have EPC Energy Performance Certificates as part of a HIP (Home Information Pack), which details a home’s energy efficiency. You can get it from EPC certificate landlords.
A qualified Domestic Energy Assessor can offer you an Energy Performance Certificate. They offer a certificate after doing an in depth assessment of your property. The assessors are required to carry out a survey of the property prior to issuing a certificate. This can be done by a Home Inspector too. You can also get EPC certificates for let properties.
Saving energy will have a direct impact on the energy efficiency rating of the Energy Performance Certificate. Energy Performance of Buildings can help save energy consumption of buildings. The certificate will carry a favourable report on energy saving. It offers a rating for your home and also states if there is a need to carry out any energy saving improvement. The house is assessed on the following criteria:
- Heat loss
- Walls and lofts’ insulation level
- Method of heating and controls used
- Volumetric calculation of all floors Age of your building
- Fixed light efficiency
- Adjacent building’s thermal property
The rating is done on the following basis. If it is A, it is said to be highest level, most efficient and G, which is least efficient. The energy saving measures will be put in place prior to the assessment taking place for this to be evidenced on the EPC. Having an EPC helps a house owner or landlord save a substantial amount of money. This also has a positive impact on the environment. Hence,EPC for landlord provides many benefits.
Get an EPC now if you are a landlord or property owner.
Contact venetia@nottinghillproperties if you wish to find out more about how to hire an Energy Performance Assessor.
(Excerpt courtesy of http://www.energyperformancecertificatesepc.co.uk/)
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This is exactly what we promise on our website (in that delightful “About Us” page that comes standard in all fabulous sites like ours). We are so proud of what distinguishes us from our competition that I thought I’d double-up the odds of you seeing our promises by devoting today’s blog to them:
First, unlike our competitors, we charge NO additional administration fees. It’s straight-forward: If you are a renter, you owe nothing beyond your standard first month’s rent and deposit, and if you are a landlord, you owe nothing beyond our flat 10% commission rate.
Second, you will receive unparalleled attention from our agents. If you are renting, we will conduct a thorough needs analysis to ensure the properties we show you fit both your requirements and budget—we do not look to waste the time of anyone involved. If you are a landlord, we will allocate to you a single member of our team who will be your sole point of contact regarding all aspects of our service.
Third, we guarantee quality in all parties involved. 90% of our existing tenants are professionals or master level students who have been pre-approved and financially vetted, and 100% of our landlords are UK-based and thus in a position to provide accessible, responsive service for the length of your tenancy.
Fourth, our response to your needs is instant! If you list your property with us, we will have it advertised on our website and distributed to prospective tenants within 24 hours of receiving your instruction. If you contact us to find a property to let, we’ll employ our cooperative approach with our extensive network of contacts to show you properties not only from our existing portfolio, but also those of other agencies to ensure we will find the best match for you.
Fifth, all of our staff work, live, and play in Notting Hill, so our local knowledge is unsurpassed within the industry!
We had you at “First,” didn’t we? I knew it! But thanks for reading the rest of the goodies as well. So why prolong the suspense? Just call Notting Hill Properties now!
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Image from http://www.thenottinghillcarnival.com/
It’s Notting Hill Carnival! At the risk of being redundant with our earlier post, we would be remiss not to comment on this grand fete going into the weekend of its occurrence. This is just one of those events that makes me give a double-take to the Notting Hill neighbourhood. Just when you might fear it will become too gentrified to appease tourists, its diverse background rears its head and strikes out with a lashing of eccentric, multicultural festivities to remind us of the Caribbean demographic that once dominated these streets and celebrate the general joy and debauchery of life. This is a time when Notting Hill really lets its hair down and decks itself out in color and glitter, entertaining the masses with vibrant costumes and ethnic music and cuisine. Sunday is Kid’s Day, which will appeal to you if you’re looking for a lower-key experience of Carnival; otherwise, if you’re ready to swim in the sea of parade-watchers, mark down the bank holiday Monday in your diary.
If you come to the area this weekend, commit to the Carnival experience–your other favourite shops and eateries will likely be closed if not boarded up to brace against the onslaught. Cheers to those of you moving to the neighbourhood this week–what better way to kick off your new tenancy! If you’re looking to move to the area after things settle down a bit and you can actually view the buildings, Notting Hill Properties will have braved the eclectic storm and still be here for your call!
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Notting Hill Properties - High Quality Service
Always keen to offer a top class service and ensure the happiness of every Tenant’s stay, whether it be one week, one month or one year, Notting Hill Properties is always proud to receive glowing appraisals from our past Tenants;
“Notting Hill Properties was a pleasure to do business with. They worked around my busy schedule and were attentive to my needs. They don’t just offer properties; they offer a relationship that extends far beyond the date of purchase. Notting Hill Properties made looking for properties a pleasure rather than something to dread.”
Jacob
Maryland
“Thank you Jacob and see you next time you are in London!” – Henry, Notting Hill Properties
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Notting Hill Properties - High Quality Service
Always keen to offer a top class service and ensure the happiness of every Tenant’s stay, whether it be one week, one month or one year, Notting Hill Properties is always proud to receive glowing appraisals from our past Tenants;
“Working with Notting Hill Properties was a great experience. Henry was generous with his time, always returned phone calls and was very responsive to what we were looking for in a property. Not only was he professional and experienced, he was also very friendly and gave a great walking tour of the neighborhood! I was very pleased with my experience and would not hesitate in highly recommending Notting Hill Properties.”
Hosanna
Paris
“Thank you Hosanna for glowing appraisal. I am glad that you liked ‘the tour’ and hope that you enjoy your property and time in Notting Hill” – Henry, Notting Hill Properties
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A stunning contemporary house fully equipped for modern living.
If you are looking for some more space then this North Kensington House is definitely for you;
“A one-of-a-kind interior designed house in North Kensington. Meticulousy designed throughout this property comprises; on the ground floor a large reception with open fireplace, guest cloakroom, laundry room and a fully-fitted kitchen opening onto a private patio; the 4th bedroom / study on the half landing, on the first floor the Master suite with walk-in wardrobe and en-suite bathroom; a second bathroom on the next half landing; on the second floor a large guest bedroom and a 3rd double bedroom; topped with stairs leading onto a private rooftop terrace. Fitted with beautiful wood floors throughout, no expense has been spared, providing a characterful house that house all the mod-cons you would ever need; in addition to the expected the property is fully alarmed, CCTV ready and mood-lit throughout. Being a short walk from Portobello Road, the hub-bub on offer from the famous market and its surrounding amenities are at your finger tips. Ladbroke Grove (Hammersmith & City Line) is the closest tube station. Resident Parking available.”
For futher details on this property; CLICK HERE.
Be the first to view this beautiful property; get on the phone and ring Notting Hill Properties now at 020 7792 1199
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"What do I need to rent a flat?"
Once you have found your property, it is important to ensure that it stays yours. You will need to provide the following to secure the property:
Moving in monies;
- First month’s rent
- 6 week deposit
References;
- Photographic Identification
- Employer Reference – stating who your employer is, your position, your salary and your time at the company.
OR
- University Reference – stating your university, confirmation of acceptance onto your course, what your course is and how long you will be studying for.
- Previous Landlord Reference – stating you were a good tenant, what your rent was, that you paid your rent on time and you treated the property well.
- Financial Reference – if you have been based in the UK then provide a credit check, stating that your finances are in good order.
Make sure you have all of the details relating to these, to the ready and your move will be seamless and pleasurable . . . plus it is a good first impression to be organised!
For any further questions and to find your next home, contact Notting Hill Properties.
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