All I want for Christmas is September House

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Barton Wyatt Letting Agents Surrey

In 1946 when Don Gardner first published the song 'All I want for Christmas is my two frontteeth' he could never have guessed that almost 70 years later this harmless little jingle would become a festive anthem.

Now there isn't a child alive in the UK who actually wants front teeth for Christmas - they want Modern Warfare Call of Duty 3, a new Blackberry and an iPad.  But what about the grown ups?  It becomes somewhat futile buying presents for many of this generation.  A new woolly jumper does not have the same excitement level that it did in the 70's and although Cath Kidston is working hard to make oven gloves sexy, we don't really want them wrapped up and under the tree on Christmas day.

So what do adults really want? We actually secretly aspire to a very sleek Aston Martin, a Tiffany diamond bracelet or perhaps a new house, ready to move into?

Well let us introduce you to September House - built, furnished and ready to move into for Christmas Day.  And as an extra special gift a free membership to the world famous Wentworth Golf Club is being included in the price! *

This really is the most incredible house, built on the Wentworth Estate, in Surrey.  It has been decorated and furnished by the fabulous designer Alexander James Interiors who worked with the construction team to ensure that September House would stand out above all others. 

From the moment you pass through the electric gates there is a feeling of superior quality about this house.  The initial budget of £60,000 for the garden was completely blown and the developer decided that the garden needed to be as fabulous as the inside. 

The impressive front double door has a fabulously welcoming feel, opening onto a spacious entrance hall with a sweeping staircase fit for a royal.  This triple height hall could house the ubiquitous Christmas Norwegian spruce and there is plenty of space for an awful lot of presents.  The main electric controls are operated from the hall, giving you the option of turning on lights around the house and perhaps loading the internal sound system with some Christmas carols from the moment you walk in the door.

The four receptions rooms lead off from the grand hall giving a serene feeling of openness about the property.  From here you can head into the dining room, sitting room, study or, like most families just head straight into the kitchen.

This room is guaranteed to be the focal hub of this family home and on Christmas Day there would be hours of fun and entertainment in this part of the house alone.

The architect has designed this house so that the indoor swimming pool is fully integrated offfrom the kitchen.  Although accessed separately, any parent can be in the kitchen stirring the bread sauce whilst keeping an eye on their children playing in this fabulous 10 metre pool. 

The kitchen itself has been superbly hand crafted and has beautiful hand-painted shaker style units.  This kitchen is definitely a cook's dream; all the appliances are top of the range and incorporate the very latest in modern technology - a sub zero wine chiller, integrated coffee machine and two dishwashers to say the least.  With equipment like this in the kitchen, cooking the Turkey is going to be a breeze - 4 ovens ensure that you will have room for all your trimmings without having to worry about keeping food hot.

The dining room is already laid up and ready for your Christmas dinner.  Candles are waiting to be lit and napkins ready for laps. The dining room has a feature gas fire to make your lunch extra cosy.

Finding somewhere to relax after lunch could be tricky, there are so many places to rest in this sumptuous house!  The sofas in the kitchen area invite you to put your feet up and watch a movie on the 50" flatscreen TV or play on the Wii or Xbox? Or perhaps relaxing on a lounger in the pool area would be a treat to get away from the chaos for a while and enjoy a real change of scenery. 

But the sitting room will also be calling you - this room is really rather large and boasts a wonderful fireplace.  Fitted out with luxury sofas which you will just melt into might be hard to resist. This room has double doors out to the rear garden and patio. Beyond which is a wooded area giving you complete exclusion from the outside world.

September House has a few other aspects that could make your Christmas even more surprising than ever.  The music system has in-built ceiling speakers through out the house so whether it is Christmas carols, Lady Gaga or Bach that is your fancy, this is going to be perfect for any party. 

If you wanted to make it an alfresco Christmas this year then you could chance your hand at cooking your turkey in the outside kitchen which has been very nattily incorporated into the garden. If not for the winter this outdoor kitchen is going to be the place to be seen in the summer in Wentworth.

The property has fabulous guest and/or staff facilities - depending on what suits you best.  If having mum-in-law for a week or two has been a challenge then the quarters over the triple garage will come in mighty handy.  With their own stairs to and from the back entrance this will give your guests or employees a wonderful sense of independence.  These quarters have their own kitchen area including washing machine and dishwasher to keep your workload down to a minimum.

Every bedroom in the main house - of which there are 6 - comes with its own en-suite bathroom.  All decked out with the very latest in luxury bathroom equipment - it might be difficult not to spend an inordinate amount of time enjoying this living space in your home.

The master suite in September House is lavish on a scale that most homes will never be privy too.  The walk in dressing area in this house is an example of the very finest craftsmanship.  No expense has been spared to create something that is functional whilst being beautiful and designed to keep your clothes and shoes in perfect order. 

The bedroom itself has a wonderful fitted gas fire for Father Christmas to visit and the furniture that has been selected for this room is totally luxurious. You could be sitting in a 7* hotel in Dubai or New York with the finery in this awe-inspiring master suite.

September House is priced at £6,500,000 and is ready to move into today.  The furniture within the house is there to keep if desired and since the house was designed with this furniture in mind - you would be mad not to have it.

So if moving into September House is your Christmas present sorted then just call the delightful team at Barton Wyatt Estate Agents in Surrey for a viewing.

Homes fit for a Queen this Jubilee

Article by Barton Wyatt Estate Agents Surrey

Worth in excess of £300 million, with a spread of glorious castles and multi-million pound palaces across the land to call home, HRH Queen Elizabeth II certainly affords an impressive property portfolio.

But for those Royal subjects of more modest means, it is still possible to own a home fit for a Queen. In celebration of her Diamond Jubilee, luxury developers Millgate Homes and most exclusive Surrey estate agency, Barton Wyatt explain what it takes to make a Royal feel right at home as well as handpicking the most sumptuous and awe-inspiring properties on the market today.

Absolutely top of the list is a supersized bedroom suite. A stunning view, a luxurious bathroom with top of the range fixtures and fittings, perhaps a four poster bed, roll top bath, power shower, mood lighting and an ambience that could normally only be found in a top international hotel. The bedroom suite requires ample storage, a fully operational his and hers dressing room with stacks of shelving, hanging space and shoe racks.

Essential for any Royal home, the entertaining area will be a well used space. A formal dining room and sitting room goes without saying, with warmth from subtle under-floor heating and surround sound, fully integrated sound system hidden in the walls and ceiling.

Royalty or not your kitchen will be the hub of the home yet festooned with discretely hidden white goods, a well stocked wine fridge, plenty of champers for me lady and a bevy of the latest mod cons such as a boiling tap to replace the traditional kettle, in-built Nespresso machine (George Clooney optional) and a selection of rest areas for the all important kitchen chit-chat.

On the Market:

 Queenswood, Sunningdale, in Royal Berkshire! A Perfect jubilee pad - this magnificently restored country house occupies a stunning location overlooking Sunningdale ladies golf course.  

This fabulous Dutch gabled property is accessed through a brick pillared entrance with wrought iron electric gates. The garden to the rear of the property has a stone paved terrace with gradual steps down to the lawn.   A gravel path leads down the undulating lawn with steps down to the swimming pool area. Many of the trees and shrubs in the front and rear gardens are discreetly lit by an external lighting system.

The elegant pillared front entrance opens to wonderful oak panelled rooms, high ceilings and beautiful fireplaces. Whilst the reception rooms are awash with character and tasteful joinery, the kitchen and laundry are the height of modern living.

The first floor is well thought out with the master bedroom suite boasting 2 dressing rooms. A further five bedrooms all with en-suite and a large games/cinema room makes for an extremely substantial house - perfect for large family living with plenty of space for guests.

 Waterford House, Wentworth Estate, Surrey- is superbly situated on arguably one of the most prestigious roads within the Wentworth Estate. This house has the most fabulous garden - perfect for a summer jubilee tea party. Created by specialist garden designers you will be the talk of the town with your own mini private estate within Wentworth.

An extensive terrace spans across the rear of the house to a slightly raised dining area off from the kitchen. A pathway leads around the perimeter of the rear garden to a sun terrace in the north-west corner of the garden with an attractive pond and water feature. In the centre of the garden is a very attractive Rill which can be seen as you come through the front door of theproperty.

No expense was spared in the construction of the house using the finest materials and construction methods. Of particular note is the amount of technology boasting Crestron and Lutron systems controlling the audio visual, curtains, blinds and even the running of the bath via IPhone technology! Throughout the house there is a feel of sophisticated luxury with attention to detail and design. With five bedrooms, five bathrooms, five reception rooms, a cinema room, games room, three-car garage with studio annexe over with shower room and kitchenette, this house shouldn't be on the market for long.

 Radcliffe House, Boar's Hill, Oxfordshire - A spectacular example of a modern country house from Millgate Homes which boasts the most wonderful outdoor living area within its gorgeous two acre garden. Set within this large garden is a dedicated party area comprising brand new heated swimming pool and the most spectacular pavilion with terrace.

The pavilion is just what one needs to keep the party going, wine fridge, changing areas, WC, power, lighting and a kitchen area. But best of all is the all-weather outdoor kitchen with ample storage, a vast BBQ and sink. This house with its views over to the spires of Oxford is surreal.

The accommodation at Radcliffe House comprises drawing room, dining room, study, family room, kitchen/breakfast room, games room and five bedrooms each en-suite. There is also a detached cottage with kitchen/living room, bedroom and bathroom.

Broomfield House located in Windlesham, Surrey is a magnificent family house featuring an incredible array of modern day living. Celebrating the Jubilee here will be a breeze with CAT 5 integrated request audio system with speakers throughout many rooms, intercom facilities, security cameras and a state-of-the art Rako mood lighting system, this house was meant for some serious partying.

The accommodation comprises a utility room and fabulous kitchen .An impressive entrance hall with marbled flooring and chandelier leading to a further six reception rooms include a study and conservatory. The master bedroom includes en-suite and dressing room. There are four further bedrooms (2 en-suite) and a family bathroom.

To amuse your guests the recreation area includes a pool and Jacuzzi. There is a steam room and shower plus separate changing rooms and a custom built bar area which has access onto a terrace via 10m fully retractable glass doors.

The property also includes a detached triple garage block with staff flat above. The flat includes a private entrance, kitchen, living area, bedroom and bathroom. If all that isn't enough the grounds of Broomfield House extend to 1.7 acres with fabulous views to woodland.

 St Audries House - based in Kingswood, Surrey - so quite clearly a great choice for Royal living.   This amazing country house is just having the finishing touches added and will be ready for a very lucky new owner in mid June. Set within private landscaped grounds is a palatial 6 bedroom detached house offering privacy, exclusivity and allure in equal measure bearing all the hallmarks of a truly exceptional home.

Excellence is in the detail - it is the final touches, sometimes tiny and even imperceptible that separate the truly exceptional from the merely functional. Devotion to detail is what turns houses into homes, an essential part of the Millgate Homes philosophy exemplified at St Audries.

For more details on any of these homes fit for a Queen contact:

Queenswood, Sunningdale, Berkshire. Priced at £4,250,000. Contact Barton Wyatt on 01344 843000 or visit www.bartonwyatt.co.uk.

Waterford House, Wentworth Estate, Surrey. Priced at £4,250,000. Contact Barton Wyatt on 01344 843000 or visit www.bartonwyatt.co.uk.