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12.06.2023
The Downsizing Guide
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12.06.2023
Team changes to celebrate
An update on promotions and new faces at Lurot Brand.
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20.01.2023
Bricks and ARDOUR
Our gorgeous property for sale, Wimpole Mews, is featured in the February edition of The London Magazine.
The London Magazine, page 60
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17.12.2022
Where there’s HOPE
Billy Harvey gives his comment on why our buyers like mews houses.
In The London Magazine, page 60
Image credit: The London Magazine
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18.11.2022
CGT tax change – It could have been worse, say agents
Billy Harvey from our sales team comments on how the Autumn Statement will affect the property market.
Image credit: 'PT Money' ptmoney.com
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Prime Resi
06.09.2022
Talking Heads: What do prime property pros want from the new PM housing and minister
Marlon Lloyd Malcolm shares his thoughts on the changes he would like to see on the agenda for tax changes.
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17.07.2022
Overvalue your house at your peril
Our own Marlon Lloyd Malcolm, explains why setting the right value on your property is not only in your best interest but essential to selling.
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28.06.2022
All aboard the Elizabeth line
Bathurst Mews is mentioned as one of the best places to live on the Elizabeth line.
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24.06.2022
Rent rules could ‘drive out landlords’
The government has promised changes that will 'shake up the private rented sector'. Mollie Swallow comments on what the changes could mean for landlords in the latest issue of City AM.
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16.06.2022
Pets in lets
The government has published plans to forbid landlords from imposing ‘blanket bans’ on tenants having pets in their properties. What are the new rules and when might they come into effect? The Evening Standard asks, Mollie Swallow, Lettings Director at Lurot Brand, for her thoughts on how this change will affect Landlords and Tenants.
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01.12.2020
A heap of heritage, ripe for renovation
The Financial Times recently asked the question: “Could you restore a derelict home?” A one-bedroom house in Pindock Mews, marketed by Lurot Brand, has made it to the FT’s list of gorgeously derelict properties, together with a quote from our property brochure: “This freehold house could be converted into a dream home.”
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19.11.2020
Saddle up, it’s time to buy in Bathurst Mews
Purchase this exclusive four-bedroom property in Bathurst Mews, and you’ll be living close to the last remaining mews stable in London. According to our Head of Sales, Marlon Lloyd Malcolm, it’s not just “the benefit of seeing lovely horses” that makes the street so unique: it’s the local community spirit.
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06.10.2020
When city meets village, it’s Love Actually
According to Rebecca Norris, writing for the MyLondon website, mews streets “seem to offer the impossible”, combining urban life with a village-like community buzz. Rebecca wanted to learn more about mews properties, so she got in touch with Lurot Brand. Seems she’s fallen in love with the idea of living in a mews.
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14.09.2020
Notting Hill Gate notables
Notting Hill Gate is home to the eclectic Portobello Road Market and the world-famous August Bank Holiday Carnival. “Celebrities and film stars can often be seen pottering around in their off-screen lives,” says Head of Sales Marlon Lloyd Malcolm. But which famous residents have lived - or live now - in Notting Hill Gate? Read the full article.
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26.08.2020
Koreans keen to gather London mews insights
It seems Koreans are eager to know what makes life in a London mews so special. They’ve been talking to Marlon Lloyd Malcolm, who says mews properties appeal to young professionals and older people who “no longer want to own and care for a big house.” Click ‘translate’ to read the article.
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26.08.2020
Bag a stately Belgravia bargain
Properties like this ‘mini stately home’ usually cost a cool £5 million, but a lucky creative could grab it for just £1.3m. Marlon Lloyd Malcolm calls it “a unique property,” adding that it would suit “anyone in the creative industries who wanted to work from home.” However, buying this Belgravia bargain comes with a few strings attached.
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17.06.2020
Time to sniff out a property bargain?
While some buyers are waiting to see what happens to the property market post-lockdown, others are seizing the moment to grab a bargain. This article in The Telegraph features a mews property, marketed by Lurot Brand, that has just dropped its price by £250,000. Read the full article here.
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26.05.2020
A good time to buy and sell?
Following a flurry of activity since the property market reopened, now could be a good time to sell according to this article in Billionaire Magazine. There’s also some timely advice for buyers of London property, with an exclusive property (marketed by Lurot Brand) offered as an example of a prime investment opportunity.
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26.05.2020
Caution is key, as housing market reopens
It’s the moment we’ve all been waiting for. The government has finally reopened the housing market, but despite pent-up demand there’s unlikely to be a free-for-all when it comes to viewings. Estate agents and developers are taking unprecedented steps to ensure their clients’ safety. Read more here.
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30.04.2020
Top 10 properties with a village vibe
A beautiful mews property in Marylebone marketed by Lurot Brand appears second on a list of “The best properties in London’s villages” compiled by the website countryandtownhouse.co.uk. The property described as a “picture-perfect, tucked away mews house”, boasts some impressive features and a great location. Find out more here.
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17.04.2020
A remarkable refurbishment
"This Chelsea house has been expanded and updated in a tasteful and sympathetic way," says our Head of Sales, Marlon Lloyd Malcolm, describing the former home of British glamour icon Diana Dors. Having undergone a recent renovation, Marlon agrees the Victorian townhouse has fully recaptured its former star quality.
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17.04.2020
Burnsall Street beauty
A beautiful Chelsea townhouse once occupied by actress and film star Diana Dors has gone on sale with Lurot Brand for £6m. The actress – known as "England's answer to Marilyn Monroe” lived in the property between 1931 and 1984. Ms Dors frequently threw star-studded parties at this fabulous Burnsall Street property.
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17.04.2020
Chelsea home of Sixties glamour icon for sale
Owners Mark Manduca and Alexandra Gershon have lovingly refurbished the former Chelsea home of the late British "blonde bombshell" Diana Dors. Head of Sales Marlon Lloyd Malcolm observes: "For a buyer who needs priceless heritage, character and beauty, this is the property equivalent of a 'bombshell'.
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17.04.2020
Aurelie Gaspar, Lurot Brand’s lockdown legend
In showcasing the work of estate agents who are helping to keep the community safe, Letting Agent Today reports a story about Lurot Brand’s founder, Antoine Lurot. After witnessing plucky French baker Aurelie Gaspar delivering bread along his mews street, Antoine decided to help spread the word. Find out what happened next.
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23.03.2020
Rich refurbishment rewards
"Beautifully derelict" are the words chosen by our Head of Sales, Marlon Lloyd Malcolm, to describe this romantically distressed mews house, recently featured in the Daily Mail. Sought-after Pindock Mews has been home to numerous rock stars and celebrities, so how much value could a new owner add after refurbishment?
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13.03.2020
A tale of two mews
According to our Head of Sales Marlon Lloyd Malcolm, it "only happens about once every two years across central London." He’s talking about those rare occasions when mews houses next door to each other go on sale. But why do 10 and 11 Leinster Mews have a price difference of over £3m?
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13.03.2020
Build-to-rent bonus
Following a report that 57% more build-to-rent units were created in 2019 than in 2018, our Head of Lettings Mollie Crowley told BuyAssociation: "The increase is indicative of a rapidly-changing approach to renting in the UK, suggesting there is a significant shift in the way people view renting."
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13.02.2020
Tucked-away charm
Browse the exclusive London Magazine and you’ll find two delightful mews homes for sale on pages 94-95. Hidden in the heart of Chelsea, our Adrian Mews house comes with its own parking space. Lancaster Mews is another haven of peace, close to Lancaster Gate tube and moments from Kensington Gardens.
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13.02.2020
London’s £1m+ property seesaw
It seems there are fewer properties worth £1 million or more selling in prime London areas these days: a seesaw effect between the suburbs and central London is currently seeing more suburban properties at over £1m. Don’t miss this article in The Times on the rise and fall of the £1m+ house.
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13.02.2020
No upside to downsizing?
According to our Head of Sales, Marlon Lloyd Malcolm, “Larger properties with higher price tags are harder hit on their value in down markets.” Talking to The Times, Marlon explains why homeowners are increasingly reluctant to downsize under current market conditions. Read more here.
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13.02.2020
Does your house stand out?
What happens when your neighbour’s house goes on the market just as you are putting yours on sale? Our General Manager James Robinson tells The Times: “A buyer will want to compare all the houses before making a decision, so you will get more viewings.” Here’s how to beat the competition.
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30.01.2020
Guy Ritchie’s address could be yours!
With an overwhelming demand for luxury and celebrity homes, Lurot brand brings to you a palatial star property as clean as a canvas. Once home to Guy Ritchie and Madonna, this desirable corner house with a dug basement and lavish revamp ideas could be your address at £3.45 million.
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24.01.2020
The lavender bag sub-lets
Tenants who flout tenancy agreements to sub-let through Airbnb are currently in the news. Our General Manager, James Robinson, told The Sunday Times that this new type of sub-letting isn’t hard to spot: “When you go for inspections there are ribbon-tied towels on the bed, with a little lavender bag on the pillow.”
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19.12.2019
At home with the stars
Remember the Notting Hill mews house lived in by Richard E Grant’s flamboyant character in the iconic 1980s movie, Withnail and I? Now this charming, quirky property (recently renovated, and with its own roof terrace) could be yours for just £1.75m. Explore intriguing photos and full sales details here.
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26.07.2019
Renovate to max space and lure buyers
These days, according to our General Manager James Robinson, losing bedrooms no longer means you’ll automatically reduce your property’s value. He says a client who created a “spacious delight” by losing two bedrooms “probably added value.” Read on to discover how you can increase space AND increase your home’s worth.
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26.07.2019
Hyde Park’s north side no longer hides away
According to recent research, over the past year Hyde Park’s north side has outperformed its exclusive southern side when it comes to price growth. In this article, which first appeared in the Times, our Head of Sales Marlon Lloyd Malcolm explains what’s available in the area and reveals “the most sociable” mews in London.
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26.07.2019
The elephant in the mews
The most unusual thing ever seen in a mews property? According to our Head of Sales, Marlon Lloyd Malcolm, it was “stable dividers for an elephant.” This odd fact came to light when Marlon was recently interviewed by the New York Times and you can discover more fascinating mews secrets here.
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17.04.2019
A high tech, high spec marvel
“It’s a niche, boys’ toys house,” says General Manager James Robinson of this astonishing three-bedroom mews near Gloucester Road. The house is packed with every mod con you could think of (and plenty you’d never imagine existed). Read on to discover more about this high-spec marvel in Stanhope Mews East.
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17.04.2019
Our magic number is eight
When Country and Town House were compiling their list of “The Most Magical Mews Properties on the Market”, they chose a fabulous house in Queensbury Mews West, marketed by our Kensington office. It appears number eight on the list here, so scroll down to experience the Lurot Brand magic.
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17.04.2019
From moulting birds to famous names
Originally built for birds of prey, mews houses now provide homes for the rich and famous. However, they still offer great value, according to our General Manager James Robinson. He thinks a mews is ‘the perfect package’, particularly when you compare costs with some luxury London apartments.
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05.03.2019
Proud to appear in PrimeResi’s top 50
Lurot Brand is proud to feature in PrimeResi’s 2019 Top Boutique Estate Agents, a list drawn up - according to the acclaimed property journal - to reflect the value of “firms that have built highly-valued presences in their local communities”. Read on to discover why PrimeResi rates their boutique agencies so highly.
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05.03.2019
Keeping neighbours awake while you renovate?
We’ve all heard about the feud between pop star Robbie Williams and rock icon Jimmy Page, which resulted in Williams playing music at top volume to object to Page’s mega-basement build. Planning a renovation? This article is a must-read if you want to keep the neighbours onside.
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05.03.2019
Your key to an Outstanding state school place
The Times reports that slow property sales in the catchment areas of some of the UK’s best state schools have made it easier for parents to get their children into a top-rated primary or secondary. Find out why buyers with school-age kids are benefiting from current market conditions.
As quoted in the Times
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05.03.2019
Baffled by property raffles?
“Quite simply, it could become financially catastrophic.” These are the words of our General Manager James Robinson, who was recently interviewed by Country Life magazine about the latest fad in home sales: the property raffle. So, are all home raffles a game of chance? Find out below.
As quoted in Country Life
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05.03.2019
The amazing rise of the niche property agent
“A lifestyle brand, a publisher and a heritage champion” is how the Financial Times describes estate agents such as Lurot Brand, who specialise in a particular type of property. Read on to discover why niche agents are growing fast and revolutionising the property market.
As quoted In the Financial Times
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22.11.2018
For sale: Converted period mews house
Elvaston Mews in Queen’s Gate Grid is a stunning converted mews property, originally used to stable shire horses. Currently on sale, this spacious, centrally located mews home marketed by London mews specialists Lurot Brand has a state-of-the-art garage and ample living space.
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19.11.2018
EU referendum impact on mews market
With the date for departure from the European Union (EU) drawing nearer, speculation about the EU referendum’s impact to the property market, especially niche real estate like mews houses is rife. James Robinson, General Manager of Lurot Brand says “I don’t expect a surge but more of a business back to usual feel”.
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20.10.2018
Own a “beautifully derelict” mews home
Located in Central London, this freehold Pindock mews house will make a spectacular home once renovated. With crumbling, damp walls and a leaking roof, plenty of repair work is needed. However, ironically these issues make it “one of the most desirable” to quote James Robinson, General Manager of Lurot Brand.
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14.10.2018
Slashed prices; Buy a mews home now
As a seller investing in a mews house as a forward purchase, you’re in luck if you’re upsizing. To quote James Robinson, General Manager of Lurot Brand “ this is a dream scenario, as the discount going up will be much larger than the hit you’re taking on your sale.”
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25.09.2018
Booming rental market
Market trends indicate that the majority of people are opting to rent real estate long term, rather than buy. If you have a vacant mews house or any other kind of property to rent, now is the time. Period mews homes command an excellent rental yield as does contemporary real estate.
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21.06.2018
Want to hang out with your neighbours? Live in a mews
This year with the Royal Wedding, The Big Lunch and The Great Get Together Weekend, London has been hosting more street parties than ever. Our founder, Antoine Lurot, even suggested that a mews property might achieve a higher sale price if it is located in a street with a reputation for neighbourliness. “Some mews have been holding street parties for decades and a house in a pretty one like Bathurst Mews in Paddington, that is obviously loved by the owners, stands out a mile and will garner more interest, a faster sale and normally a higher price than if it wasn’t,” he says. Read on to discover how one expat oil executive found true community spirit when he moved to a mews.
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12.06.2018
Love mews property? Why not buy a whole street?
An entire mews street in Islington is about to go under the hammer with a tempting £4m guide price. The street – Rheidol Mews – has been owned by the same family for 78 years and is currently comprised of 20 properties, mainly used as offices and light industrial units. When asked for his views on the sale, our Head of Sales Marlon Lloyd Malcolm told the Daily Mail that the street “has the ability to become a really sought-after mews,” adding “the area around Rheidol Mews is coming up in a big way.” Read on to discover which outspoken politician lives just around the corner.
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22.05.2018
This heavenly Holland Park mews has it all
Not only does this stunning Holland Park Mews property have a garage, a balcony and a delightful little roof terrace, it also boasts surprisingly spacious interiors, with high quality details such as marble tiled floors, textured concrete walls, high spec kitchen units and a stunning contemporary woodblock staircase. Needless to say, Lurot Brand has been chosen to market this hugely desirable home, and we can confirm it is receiving a lot of attention from prospective buyers. Click below to find out more.
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22.05.2018
I love Notting Hill (but don’t make me queue in the rain)
When The Times asked our General Manager James Robinson to comment on Notting Hill’s increasing popularity, he pointed to the great cafes and restaurants that have recently opened there. Eateries such as Granger and Co have played a big role in Notting Hill’s resurgence. They regularly attract crowds of hungry locals, who often queue in the rain to eat there. But James admits that he doesn’t share their devotion to Granger’s breakfast “I don’t know how crushed avocado on sourdough bread could ever make me stand in the rain for an hour, waiting for a table.”
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22.05.2018
Relax … it’s the royal wedding
While Chris Gittins, founder of Streets Alive (an organisation that advises on community events) is busy telling us all how to set up a street party in honour of the royal wedding, it seems that Antoine Lurot, founder of Lurot Brand, is taking the celebrations in his stride.
Antoine recently told The Times that he’s an old hand at organising street parties outside his home in lovely Bathurst Mews. However this year the Bathurst community is planning a street party with a royal theme. Antoine explains: “This time we’re planning a joint celebration, when many glasses will be raised in honour of the happy couple."
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11.04.2018
Why building disputes are best tackled over a G&T
In a recent article in the Sunday Times, our General Manager James Robinson was quizzed on the best way for homeowners to avoid costly disputes when planning major property renovation projects such as basement excavations. James’ answer is to consult the neighbours first.“A good homeowner should have the manners to invite their neighbours for a drink to discuss their plans before they submit an application”, he explains. It’s valuable advice, as disputes can result in payouts of eye-watering amounts. In this article, top lawyers Mishcon de Reya reveal the huge sums that are often paid to settle property disputes.
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11.04.2018
Buying London property? Here’s how to track down a bargain
In a recent article published in the Evening Standard’s Homes and Property section, our General Manager James Robinson was asked for his views on the best way to search for a London property in a ‘nervous market’. Acknowledging that searching could be a slow and time-consuming business, he advises “decide what you are looking for and see everything in your price range so you can ascertain what your money buys.” James believes that the key to an effective search is putting in enough time. Read the full article for some valuable tips on buying in London this spring.
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11.04.2018
Selling your home? Time to clean up your street!
The old saying “out of sight, out of mind” shouldn’t apply when you’re selling a property, according to our General Manager, James Robinson.
When Homes and Property magazine interviewed James for an article on sprucing up a home for sale, he suggested “you may want to spend a few hundred pounds on things which aren’t just yours, but could make a massive difference to a buyer’s first impression". In addition to undertaking a thorough house clean, he believes vendors should pay to clear unsightly rubbish from their street - even if the mess isn’t actually visible from their property. Want to know more? Read on for some expert tips.
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06.03.2018
Finding the perfect tenant: London’s top estate agents advise
When the Telegraph asked leading London estate agents for their views on finding the perfect tenant, some of their answers were surprising. While one agent advised landlords to check the applicant’s social media profiles to detect any anti-social tendencies, another believed landlords should follow their gut instinct if they felt doubtful about any aspect of a tenancy application, even if the paperwork appeared satisfactory.
Our Head of Lettings, Lyndsey Schipper, was also asked to contribute to the Telegraph’s article from the perspective of a London mews specialist. Read on for her insightful advice about heading off “troublesome tenants.”
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28.02.2018
Selling McMafia’s £2.6m mews
"Mews houses have always been places where naughty things have happened. There is always something interesting going on.” So says our General Manager James Robinson. He made this comment during a recent interview with the Telegraph describing Lurot Brand’s latest hot property: the £2.6m mews house that appears as the home of Alex Godman (played by actor James Norton) in the hit BBC TV series McMafia. James goes on to explain why truth can be just as strange as fiction when you are selling mews property in London, including the interesting tale of what a Russian buyer did to avoid speaking to his neighbours.
![James Robinson](https://www.lurotbrand.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/James-Robinson-Lurot-Brand-1.jpg)
23.01.2018
Do you know the best season to sell your mews home?
In the words of James Robinson, “there’s very little point waiting for the “right season to sell”. Some of the most notable transactions for Central London homes have been made during what was once called the “quiet” season. Have a look at the impressive price tags achieved on the sale of properties by Lurot Brand and other Central London agents.
![Mews Property Landlords](https://www.lurotbrand.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/mews-property-landlord.jpg)
18.01.2018
8 New Year resolutions for buy-to-let landlords
As a landlord, you need to be aware of tax as well as rules and regulations relating to safety and energy efficiency, to ensure you are on the right side of the law. In the words of Lynsey Schipper, Head of Lettings at Lurot Brand “I wouldn’t be surprised if there is a proposed requirement for landlords to prove they are in possession of a maintenance fund.” How many of these resolutions can you fulfil?
![London Property Central Mews](https://www.lurotbrand.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/london-property-central-mews.jpg)
11.01.2018
Rental market: Prime central London mews property
Private landlords are still snapping up exceptional buy-to-let mews homes in prime Central London. This is despite tenants actively “bargain hunting”, to quote Lynsey Schipper, Head of Lettings at Lurot Brand when they renew their leases. For an expert view of how the current mews property market in the capital is impacting landlords and tenants of mews properties...
![Budget](https://www.lurotbrand.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Budget-All-things-for-all-people.jpg)
26.11.2017
Budget: All things for all people
“A remarkable Budget which appeared to be all things to all people” is how James Robinson, General Manager of Lurot Brand described the recent budget. Abolishing stamp duty for first time buyers, the budget was hailed with a hearty “hurrah” by those eager to purchase their first property. For traditional or converted Central London mews houses near modern amenities, book a viewing. See how the budget could affect you
![Notting Hill Stables](https://www.lurotbrand.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/notting-hill-stables-period.jpg)
09.11.2017
Mews houses outperform the large houses they were built to serve
Formerly stables and homes of the working class, London’s mews were scruffy, undervalued places despite their prime Central London location. This is no longer the case. In the words of James Robinson, General Manager of Lurot Brand, “these humble converted stables have become so very valuable.” Their sale prices often outperform those of surrounding properties. In addition to being excellent investments, mews homes are sought after for many other reasons.
![London mews](https://www.lurotbrand.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/london-property-russian.jpg)
09.11.2017
Why Russian buyers love London mews
Current trends show London is a property hotspot for international buyers. A large percentage are Russians, eager to purchase exceptional real estate like mews houses. In the words of James Robinson, General Manager of Lurot Brand, Russians prefer “turn-key super elegant, super prime freeholds”; like the transformed mews homes Lurot Brand markets. There are many reasons why Russian buyers are once again key players in the London property market.
As quoted in PrimeResi by James Robinson.
![James Hunt’s mews home](https://www.lurotbrand.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/freehold-mews-normand-1.jpg)
02.11.2017
For sale: Racing driver James Hunt’s mews home
Looking for a “celebrity” mews home? Book a viewing to the freehold mews property once owned by British racing driver and playboy James’ Hunt. This elegant Central London property in Normand mews, is described by James Robinson, General Manager of Lurot Brand as “a truly sumptuous home”.
As quoted in Daily Mail by by James Robinson.
![The wreck with the £2.5m price tag](https://www.lurotbrand.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/pindock-mews-home1.jpg)
02.11.2017
Period mews house with renovation potential
Looking for a mews house to renovate. Located in Central London, Pindock mews, described as “beautifully derelict” fits the bill. With a leaking roof, fusty living room and drooping ceiling, this property is ideal “for a buyer who wants a project” to quote Marlon Lloyd Malcolm, Lurot Brand sales specialist. It’s also a superb investment to add to your portfolio owing to its location and celebrity connection - Sid Vicious and Boy George once called this mews ‘home’!
![Beat stamp duty, buy a mixed-use property](https://www.lurotbrand.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/ennismore-mews-for-sale1.jpg)
02.11.2017
Save stamp duty: Buy a mixed-use mews property
With a flat rate of 5% stamp duty, mixed-use properties are growing increasingly popular with investors eager to add prime Central London mews homes and other exceptional properties to their property portfolio. According to James Robinson, general manager of Lurot Brand, you can “scale up the commercial space by as much as 25 per cent”. This makes a mixed-use purchase an ideal long-term investment, especially if you’re looking for a centrally located live/ work space.
![refurbishing your mews house](https://www.lurotbrand.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/mews-traditional-agents.jpg)
06.10.2017
Why traditional agents are your best bet
Consider a traditional agent if you are selling your mews property. Online agents can prove frustrating to deal with and even delay the sale. James Robinson, General Manager of Lurot Brand sums up the experience of one of their clients, "the owners became extremely frustrated with the lack of contact, advice and activity the agency were producing, so they sought our professional advice.”
![refurbishing your mews house](https://www.lurotbrand.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/refurbishing-mews-house.jpg)
29.08.2017
Do’s and don’ts of interior design for mews houses
Refurbishing your period mews house? Contemporary style trends may be eye-catching but beware, they could also have a negative impact on the value of your mews property; changing them could prove too expensive for a buyer. According to James Robinson, General Manager of Lurot Brand, some style trends could cost "a theoretical hundreds of thousands of dollars worth of resale value”.
![Appoint a mews specialist with unrivalled knowledge of the mews market to ensure a successful sale at the best market price.](https://www.lurotbrand.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/mews-prime-stable-door.jpg)
02.08.2017
Selling your mews house: Appoint a local mews specialist
Appoint a local mews specialist to sell your prime Central London mews house. The agent will conduct viewings and negotiate a good price in keeping with current market rates. Also save you, the vendor the hassle of finding a buyer and completing sale formalities. In fact, according to James Robinson, General Manager of Lurot Brand, "a vendor being present is often the kiss of death for a sale.”
![Stripped brick walls, original leadlight windows and wooden shutters have earned this Pindock mews home the title “beautifully derelict”. Centrally located with easy access to amenities, this tax-saving property is a highly desirable one.](https://www.lurotbrand.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/pindock-mews-home1.jpg)
06.07.2017
Beautifully derelict Central London mews house for sale
Pindock mews house in prime Central London is a "beautifully derelict" one-bedroom mews home, perfect if you’re looking for a place with refurbishment potential. There are also significant tax benefits for buyers investing in this desirable Little Venice property. According to James Robinson, General Manager of Lurot Brand, "The saving on stamp duty alone will be £180,000, compared with buying a £4m house." For further details of this one bedroom mews home, read on.
![Cobbled Pindock mews - the location of a “beautifully derelict” home with tax-saving and refurbishment potential. Within walking distance of this period mews house are some of the finest shops and restaurants in London.](https://www.lurotbrand.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/pindock-mews-home.jpg)
06.07.2017
Beautifully derelict mews house on celebrity street
This one-bedroom mews house in Little Venice has several claims to fame - its location in Pindock mews where celebrity punk rocker Sid Vicious lived, stamp duty savings and its position in the heart of Central London. In the words of James Robinson, General Manager at Lurot Brand, this unmodernised house is an excellent investment “because of the potential to earn money by doing the work and the huge stamp duty savings.” For more information, read on.
![For an opportunity of a lifetime - Pindock mews home - a Central London location with renovation potential and tax saving benefits.](https://www.lurotbrand.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/little-venice-mews-property.jpg)
06.07.2017
Tax-saving Central London mews home for sale
Offering buyers a huge saving on stamp duty and other taxes, this one-bedroom Pindock mews house in Central London is an excellent investment despite its million pound price tag. Renovation is a must but in the words of General Manager of Lurot Brand, James Robinson "The saving on stamp duty alone will be £180,000 and, if the house is demolished and rebuilt behind the facade, the VAT on the cost of building a new build house is reclaimable”. For more details about this remarkable mews property termed “beautifully derelict”, read on.
![A cobbled courtyard, stripped brick exterior and potted greenery lends a tranquil, old world air to this four bedroom South Kensington mews house for rent. The interiors are contemporary, well-lit and beautifully finished](https://www.lurotbrand.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/queens-gate-mews-house-to-rent.jpg)
29.03.2017
Queen’s Gate Place mews house among super-prime rentals
This South Kensington four bedroom mews house on the corner of a courtyard recently underwent a boutique-hotel-style revamp. If you’re looking for contemporary, luxury mews living in the heart of prime Central London, this rental mews property at £3,950 per week is a steal. For more information on Queen’s Gate Place read on.
![High stamp duty accompany mid-priced Mews houses for sale in Marylebone](https://www.lurotbrand.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/Marylebone-mews-house.jpg)
24.01.2017
Impact of stamp duty on Marylebone mews and other property
While the property market witnessed a small uptake in sales at the end of 2016, this was despite the hike in Stamp Duty. According to James Robinson, General Manager at Lurot Brand “Eighty per cent of properties for sale in Marylebone are asking between £1m and £5m so suffer from the highest levels of stamp duty.” Read on for an insight into stamp duty in London.
![Cobbled Bathurst mews in Central London is one of the capital’s most sociable and sought-after mews streets to live on](https://www.lurotbrand.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/Bathurst-mews-for-sale.jpg)
10.01.2017
Mews are among London’s most sociable streets
London’s pretty cobbled mews encourage social unity and are among the capital’s most sociable streets to live in. According to James Robinson, General Manager at Lurot Brand "Bathurst Mews in Bayswater has “legendary” street parties, It’s one of the prettiest, most sociable mews streets in London and we have buyers and tenants who register specifically to live there”. For information on this London mews and other sociable streets in prime Central London, read on.
![Stamp duty reform tops the wish list of those wishing to invest in London mews or other real estate](https://www.lurotbrand.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/wish-list-London-property.jpg)
22.11.2016
Wish list for Philip Hammond’s Autumn statement
As James Robinson, General Manager at Lurot Brand says “George Osbourne’s raft of taxes would help 98% of the country to buy homes while destroying the turnover of all other types of residential property transactions, namely seven figure purchases and second homes and investments”. For details on the stamp duty reform London mews buyers and others hope for, read on.
![While a mega basement in a period mews may be stunning it will not necessarily add to the value of the property](https://www.lurotbrand.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/mega-basement-mews.jpg)
01.11.2016
Pros and cons of mega-basements
As James Robinson, General Manager at Lurot Brand says “A wine cellar, cinema or swimming pool is unlikely to add a significant percentage onto your property’s existing value, even if you live in one of London’s most desirable boroughs”. For details on the pros and cons of constructing a mega-basement (or iceberg basement) in your period mews house, read on.
![Reece mews, built from imported stone, boasts a light-filled central stairwell](https://www.lurotbrand.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/Reece-mews-South-Kensington.jpg)
24.10.2016
Charming London mews properties for sale
Located in quaint, cobbled streets and cul-de-sacs, the capital’s exquisite mews houses make for very picturesque, quiet residences in the heart of prime London locations. As James Robinson, General Manager at Lurot Brand says “You could be in a village, yet you walk around the corner and you’re in the middle of town”. For more information on London’s period mews, read on.
![Artwork enhances the appeal of your mews home](https://www.lurotbrand.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/artwork-mews-house-for-sale.jpg)
19.10.2016
Using artwork to sell your mews home
Artworks increase the sale value of your period mews house and attract serious buyers. Best of all, the art pieces you purchase needn’t be expensive. As James Robinson, General Manager at Lurot Brand says “You can use Ikea prints, so long as they are hung in the right place and have a wow factor ”. For tips on using art to increase the saleability of your mews property, read on.
![Mews houses in London are great investments](https://www.lurotbrand.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/mews-for-sale.jpg)
28.09.2016
Mews houses make ideal long-term investments
James Robinson, General Manager at Lurot Brand says “They tend to be quiet, tucked behind the grand houses, but there is often a great sense of community”. For more details on why London mews are ideal long-term investments, read on.
![Selling large family-houses in London](https://www.lurotbrand.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/selling-houses-London.jpg)
28.09.2016
Tips on selling large-family houses in London
Making yourself scarce during viewings is one tip on selling property with four or more bedrooms. James Robinson, General Manager at Lurot Brand says “An owner being present on a viewing more than halves the chance of a sale”. For more tips to make a swift sale, read on.
As quoted in The Times by James Robinson.
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21.07.2016
Boyne Terrace Mews – Kensington mews house with planning permission
Mews house with planning permission listed with two prices. Marlon Lloyd Malcolm, Head of Sales at Lurot Brand says “It caters to those who have the get up and go to do it themselves but without all the bureaucracy of getting planning permission”. This means a buyer can refurbish the mews to his/her specifications as planning approvals are in place. For details of this Kensington mews, read on.
As quoted in CITYA.M. by Marlon Lloyd Malcolm.
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14.07.2016
Buying property post-Brexit? Get the best deal
Antony Pears, sales manager at Lurot Brand states that “vendors who do now need to sell are more likely to cast their optimism aside and ask a more enticing and realistic asking price.” Read on for price negotiation tips.
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19.05.2016
Notting Hill Property – A Robust Market
Marlon Lloyd Malcolm, associate director and head of sales at Lurot Brand, comments on the reported drop of house prices in Notting Hill: Buyers "are aware that property stock across the board is priced more reasonably than they expected and this is having a positive impact on transactions."
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18.05.2016
Record Sale Price on Hyde Park Gardens Mews Property
A sale by mews property specialists Lurot Brand in Hyde Park Gardens Mews achieved a record price of £2,326 per square foot in April 2016. This was 15 per cent above the previous record price and makes this specific mews street the most expensive of all 67 mews streets in the area.
![](https://www.lurotbrand.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/Marylebone_home_sold_with_good_Feng_Shui.jpg)
28.10.2015
Does Feng Shui Sell Mews?
Luxury London mews house languished on the market for six months - then sold immediately when businesswoman owner gave it a price with better Feng Shui.
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07.09.2015
Britain’s Most Expensive Mews Home
World’s most expensive mews house: former garage in Mayfair sold to Qatari for £24m
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28.08.2015
What Makes A Street Special
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28.08.2015
Upside Down Homes
Why have your main living space downstairs when the best views are upstairs? Growing trend for 'upside-down' homes.
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18.05.2015
Good Mews For You
Mews houses have an air of romance. Certainly they have come up in the world from their humble beginnings.
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11.05.2015
From Weeds To Decor
Properties on the street in question have changed hands for as much as £11.5 millon in recent years, but the action of one owner will have dented the desirability of the location. We are talking, of course, about the road in Kensington where one house has been painted in red and white candy stripes, apparently in a fit of pique over objections from neighbours to a basement extension of this residence.
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11.05.2015
What Is a Mews House
A traditional mews is a cobbled street (quite often a dead end cul-de-sac) with two rows of terraced cottages facing each other.
The word “Mews” comes from the time when the Royal hawks were ‘mewed’ or moulted in the Royal Mews at Charing Cross. The use changed to stabling in the reign of King Henry VIII.
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11.05.2015
Queen’s Gate Place Mews
In the 18th century, mews houses in London represented a row of stables, with carriage houses below and living quarters above. Richard Holledge learns that many home seekers are warming up to the idea of these expansive, archaic properties as their abodes.
![London mews](https://www.lurotbrand.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/luxury-mews-queens-gate.jpg)
04.04.2015
British luxury with a humble past
Oh, the glamour of mews! From their humble past as stables to house servants and horses, then racing cars and their horsepower hungry rally car drivers, to today where mews houses have been transformed into the finest luxury homes in the smartest addresses in London, attracting the glitterati or the modest who seek a quiet space, a well-shod walk away from the very best of London. Marlon Lloyd Malcolm, Head of Sales at Lurot Brand says, "Residents are usually like-minded people who consider themselves part of a small and privileged community.”
Thinking of adding to your property portfolio? Try a freehold London mews house.