View from the country: Glorious gardens are coming into their own
While the London property market hit the ground running at the start of the year, the country market takes longer to bloom, says Charlie Wells...
Charlie has over 20 years experience in the property market and has a reputation for discretion, honesty and professionalism. Always acting in the best interest of his clients, he has an uncanny ability to find the “best-in-class” whether it be a village, farm or manor house. Before joining Prime Purchase Charlie set up and ran the country house and farms sales office for an independent firm. He has also worked as a land and sporting agent. A true countryman, he has a full understanding of how the countryside works, and how it will impact on his clients enjoyment of their home. He is a member of The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors.
To The Manor Drawn: On the realities of buying a top-tier country pile
There is much more to consider besides maintenance and running costs when acquiring a genuinely top-end country estate or manor house, says Charlie Wells;
Why the coronavirus could focus minds on a move to the country
One outcome of the current crisis will be a significant increase in the number of people leaving built-up cities for the countryside, writes buying agent Charlie Wells
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