Why a good pub might matter more than you think when buying or selling a home

Asked to rank 12 amenities they’d like within walking distance of their new home in order of importance, home movers placed pubs in seventh place. That’s ahead of amenities such as nurseries and schools, sports and fitness facilities, and a library.

16th June 2025

Take 5: Homes for sale near excellent pubs

There's a definite charm to having a great pub right on your doorstep. And a good pub can put a village or area on the map, boosting its appeal and consequently, its house values.

22nd May 2025

Take 5: Homes with Glorious Gardens | 2025

With Chelsea Flower Show in full swing, there’s garden inspiration everywhere you look - it’s impossible not to think about getting outdoors and making something of your own.

19th May 2025

Take 5… Homes near the RHS Chelsea Flower Show

If you’re planning a trip to the royal borough while it is in full bloom once more, we’ve picked five houses you can check out in between floral displays

16th May 2025

To Buy Beautiful, or Build Better

There are two differing schools of thought in the British property market. On one side are those who seek a fully finished, move-in-ready home: an oasis of certainty in an unpredictable housing landscape. On the other, a cohort sees untapped potential in properties that need significant improving, relishing the opportunity to transform a house into a home and put their stamp on it.

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01st May 2025

The Turnkey Effect: Why Fully Finished Homes Are Commanding Attention in Prime Central London

Turnkey homes have long been a fixture of the Prime Central London (PCL) landscape. But over the past 18 months, we’ve seen a significant shift—not just in the number of turnkey properties coming to market, but in the expectations buyers now place on them.

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29th April 2025

Take 5: Turnkey London Properties for Sale

Turnkey properties offer a space finished to the highest standard, combining contemporary design, and practical modern features which have already been curated for you to move straight in. Whether you're drawn to the timeless elegance of a historically significant address or the innovation of bold new architecture, we’ve selected five homes currently on the market, each showcasing the very best in turnkey quality and design that London has to offer.

16th April 2025

Best Villages: seven historic villages in England and Scotland

Explore England and Scotland's historical villages, where centuries-old architecture, rich traditions, and fascinating stories bring the past to life.

11th April 2025

Take 5: Homes for sale in England’s historical villages

We’ve picked five homes currently for sale in some of the country’s most historical villages.

10th April 2025

Take 5: Beautifully Redecorated Period Homes

Our recent In Conversation With speaks to Mylands, offering expert advice on how to use paint in the successful restoration of period homes, but for those who would prefer to skip the renovation process altogether, we’ve selected five period properties for sale that have already been beautifully restored – from coastal homes to city townhouses.

08th April 2025

In Conversation With: Mylands

We sat down with Dominic Myland, CEO of Mylands, to hear from an expert on how to decorate your period home. From preserving ornate details and managing the quirks of older properties to learning about the latest trends, this conversation sheds a light on all things period property redecoration.

14th March 2025

Take 5: Income Generating Properties

From using outbuildings to host events or renting out rooms to holidaymakers, to even leveraging the grounds, the possibilities for income generation are endless. To help spark your imagination, we’ve picked five standout homes currently on the market where the owners have made the most of every square foot or acre.

13th March 2025

Take 5... Homes that could have been plucked from a Jane Austen novel

As we celebrate Jane Austen’s 250th anniversary, we have selected five homes on the market. Some are exemplary Regency properties; others sit in locations closely tied Austen’s life and novels.

10th March 2025

Client Stories: the story behind a successful business and home

Set on the edge of the South Devon National Landscape, Wood Farm offers a complete package: a charming 16th century farmhouse, three beautifully-presented holiday cottages, an indoor swimming pool, and various outbuildings - all set within 11 acres. It is a far cry from the farmstead that David and Fiona bought back in 2014.

08th March 2025

International Women’s Day with Strutt & Parker

To celebrate International Women’s Day, we’ve shone a light on some of the women across our business, looking at what they do when they’re not selling or letting homes.

07th March 2025

Take 5: Homes for sale connected to talented women

International Women’s Day is a global movement which drives initiatives to strive for greater gender equality, as well as honouring the talent and accomplishments of women throughout history. In recognition of this, we’ve selected five homes currently for sale that are connected to talented women.

28th February 2025

Take 5: Homes in the UK’s best commuter villages

The UK offers a wealth of charming commuter villages that strike the perfect balance between proximity to the capital and peaceful living. From a family home close to St. Albans, to a quaint village cottage near Winchester, we've selected five properties currently for sale that will let you enjoy the best of both worlds.

25th February 2025

Best Villages: the best commuter villages in England

The village dream hasn’t died but, for many of us, the search has been refined to locate those pockets of England that are nestled in countryside, whilst being well-connected to urban life.

24th January 2025

Take 5… Homes in Scotland

The wilds of its countryside, flair of its cities and its dramatically beautiful coastline make it hard not to guess why people opt to move Scotland. We’ve picked some of our favourite reasons why you might – and homes to go with them.

21st January 2025

Take 5: homes with development potential

Have you ever dreamt of creating a home that reflects your very own style and needs? Whether you're itching for a full-scale renovation or looking to modernise something with existing charm, we’ve picked five homes that already have the benefit of granted planning permission.

15th January 2025

Take 5: Homes that are perfect for downsizing to

We’ve picked five homes currently for sale that could be ideal for this next step – and crucially, they can all be found in some of Britain’s best villages.

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