Monday, May 26, 2008

Buy to Let Property Investments in Ealing

The London Borough of Ealing is an Area in West London. Ealing actually encompasses many different areas, such as, West Ealing, South Ealing, Northfields, Ealing Broadway, Ealing Common, and Hanwell.Ealing has superb transport links to and from central London as well as to and from Heathrow. Ealing is served by various different tube stops on a number of different lines. A wealth of Bus routes run through Ealing, to places such as Shepherd's Bush, Uxbridge and Golder's Green to name but a few.

In terms of housing, Ealing has it all, from reasonably priced studio flats, to luxurious six bedroomed houses with gardens so big they could be easily mistaken for fields.

For those who want to be near the centre of everything, Ealing Broadway is the place for you. A large shopping centre is home to all the shops you could need and Ealing Broadway station provides the means to travel into central London for a shopping spree when the budget allows.

West Ealing is located around a central high street, containing ammenities such as a Blockbuster video's, Woolworths and a large Sainsbury's supermarket.

West Ealing is also served by a local library, perfect for families with children who need access to books for school.South Ealing is located ten minutes walk away from Ealing Broadway station. It contains many charming pubs such as the Ealing Park Tavern, a wonderfull gastro pub which has been praised in many good pub guides.Northfields and Hanwell sit next to each other. Both are served by the Piccadilly line of the London underground which serves such parts of London as Leicster Square and Covent Garden.

Both areas have many local pubs which served a good selection of beers and wines from around the world.

Friday, May 02, 2008

Property Investments in Fulham, London SW6

Fulham is adjacent to Chelsea and extremely popular with young professional singles and families. Originally, the area was a market garden and the architecture is mostly Victorian offering a range of family houses and converted flats.

Fulham is in high demand with its direct links into the City and offers easy access to West London (i.e. Hammersmith, the M4, Heathrow Airport) and to the South West via the A3.

The abundance of Montessori Schools, nurseries and Prep schools make Fulham a popular choice for many young families, add to this the fact that the area has four parks, all with children's facilities and tennis courts. The local Hurlingham Club and Harbour Club serve more sporty residents.

Fulham has a large selection of specialist food shops as well as supermarkets, restaurants and bars. Parking is mainly controlled by residents' parking permits.

Fulham grew up, like many other parts of London, as a little riverside settlement out of London proper sometime in the 14th century. It wasn't until the 1840's that it was finally swallowed by the city - and this explains (to an extent) how it retains its "village" charm.
Nowadays it's the area to live in if you can't afford Chelsea or Kensington. However, Fulham is far from cheap though! Fulham is characterised by shockingly expensive terraced houses and quiet evenings.

As you'd expect from an area like this the bars and restaurants aren't the cheapest - but they do tend to be of a rather high standard. Additionally, since the surroundings are pleasant, Fulham is an excellent place to go for a stroll.

Before you head towards the pub or a restaurant have a look at Fulham Palace (Bishop's Avenue). This was the summer residence of the Bishop of London from 704 until 1973. It's not really a palace - more of a Tudor manor, but don't let that stop you. The grounds themselves are very nice to look at and include a bunch of curiosities - so it's well the visit.

Travel Links to Fulham

Parsons Green (district Line)

Putney Railway Station

Motorway Junction M4 Junction 1

Airport Heathrow