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    Why Winkworth?

    From the moment you walk into our Southbourne office, it is clear we take a very different approach to agency. The office is warm and welcoming with several sofa seating areas and a coffee machine so you can take a seat, relax, and discuss your property needs. Winkworth franchises are all individually owned making them a personal service from start to finish.

    The Southbourne team have years of combined agency experience along with a huge wealth of knowledge and first-hand experience of the local area. 3 members of the team live in Southbourne and the surrounding area. We are not just local agents but local people within the Southbourne community with extensive knowledge from schools, playparks to dog walks and shops. Combining our local knowledge along with the Winkworth national network of over 90 offices helps us cast our net further to help find you the right buyer.

    We understand that not everyone has the same reason to buy or sell a home, so a one size fits all isn't the right approach. It is important to listen to everyone's needs and tailor a service to suit. This could be from bells and whistles marketing to something low key, we will adapt to each individual person or circumstance.

    Our history

    Established in 1835 and with 100 offices across the UK, our network is possibly the most powerful of all. Every office works closely with its neighbouring Winkworth branches, sharing properties and buyers and packing a real punch with their combined marketing. The network is connected by our shared software, which we actively scour to match homes with buyers, even if they're at opposite ends of the country!

    London is not just a token office, we have over 60 separate London branches to combine with our local expertise and innovative marketing. This means we can strive to achieve the best possible price.

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    Why Southbourne

    Southbourne is part of the beautiful coastline with award winning sandy beaches while not being far from the famous Hengistbury Head and New Forrest national park. It has great transport links with a bustling and vibrant high street which over recent year has been rejuvenated to include many independent café's, restaurants, delicatessen and boutique style shops.

    Hengistbury Head

    Hengistbury head is a fascinating place not only for its wide variety of habitats including heathland, grassland, scrub, woodland, freshwater wetland and coastland but also for its internationally important archaeology and geology. Hengistbury head has something for all the family from dog walks, picnics and even ride on the Noddy train down to Mudeford spit! there is also a 9 hole par 3 gold course for any budding golfers.

    Tuckton | Wick

    Wick is a peaceful picturesque village set alongside the river Stour. It sits between Southbourne and Christchurch. Whether it's taking a leisurely stroll down to the tea gardens in Tuckton for an ice cream, having a picnic on the grass while enjoying the view of Christchurch Priory or kayaking down the river, Tuckton & Wick offer a little slice of peace and tranquillity.

    Boscombe Manor

    Boscombe Manor, Southbourne's most sought-after area. It is conveniently located just a stone's throw to the clifftops which is home to miles of sandy beaches and a short distance to Southbourne's high-street. Most of the properties in this area were built in the 1920's / 1930's oozing elegance and style with many of these beautiful gentleman's residences having retained their original character features which include oak panelled entrance hallways. Whether you are taking a leisurely stroll along the clifftops down to the beach or simply sitting in the café with a coffee admiring the views, Boscombe Manor is not to be missed!

    Boscombe Pier

    Home to miles of sandy beaches, the popular surf reef and free entry onto the pier, it has something for everyone. It enjoys a variety of restaurants and bars. Diverse landmarks in lively Boscombe include art deco buildings, a restored Victorian pier with a modernist entrance hall, and the 1890s-built Royal Arcade shopping mall. Boscombe has its own thriving nightlife scene with established venues such as the O2 Academy hosting a wide range of local, national, and international artists. The beachfront Chine Gardens has paths winding around flower beds and a mini-golf course.

    Boscombe East | Littledown

    Boscombe East enjoys leafy tree lined avenues with most of the properties built circa 1930. By contrast, Littledown is a more modern development built circa mid 80's. It is conveniently located just a short distance to Southbourne, the Royal Bournemouth Hospital and the Littledown centre with its indoor pool, gym, football pitches and plenty of after school activities such as gymnastics. There is a playpark for the little ones, a lake and picnic areas. It also has a good primary and secondary schools making this a very family friendly area.

    Pokesdown | Kings Park

    Kings Park and its adjoining neighbour Pokesdown is home to the premiership team AFC Bournemouth. Many of the properties in this area were built 1890's to 1900. It enjoys an athletics stadium, cricket pitch with a pavilion along with a skate park and playpark for the little ones. There is also a large nursery for any green fingered enthusiasts. With good transport links, it is an ideal location for those that need to commute. The hustle and bustle of Southbourne high-street is just a short distance.

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Why sell with Winkworth Southbourne?
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    Why sell with Winkworth Southbourne?

    At Winkworth we provide all our vendors with a comprehensive marketing package which includes:

    · In house professional photographer to take high quality photos of your home to maximise interest

    · Beautifully designed and printed brochures to really show off your property. This will contain a well written description of the property and its features, a floor plan, and a range of carefully curated photos.

    · Virtual tour using a 360 degree camera

    · We offer a zero week contract, so you are not tied up for weeks or months. If life gets in the way and you decide not to sell, you won't be left with a bill for any unnecessary fees.

    · High levels of customer service and continued communication

    · We have offices covering Westbourne, Mudeford, Highcliffe and Penn Hill, with 43 offices in London - meaning we have access to a huge range of potential buyers

    · Good working relationships with solicitors and surveyors allowing us to keep you updated every step of the way.

    · Marketing campaign to suit your needs - whether it be shouting from the rooftops about your property, or something more low key.

    · Access to unique state of the art technology giving your property more visibility on social media.

    Everyone has a different reason for selling, and as such there is no "one size fits all" marketing approach. We will listen to your needs and create a bespoke strategy. We will liaise with you regularly, giving you feedback after every viewing.

    It might be tempting to go with the agent that suggests the highest asking price, or offers the lowest fee, but do your research. Make sure you get a range of valuations and look for the agent that is best aligned with your values. We pride ourselves on giving you good, honest advice and not just telling you what you want to hear.

    We take the time to get to know our buyers. This means we have a good idea of what they're looking for, so we can ensure that those who view your property are in a good position and won't be wasting your time.

    Once you've accepted an offer, you will be assigned a key contact here in the office who will liaise with all solicitors and parties on both sides, overseeing it to completion. They will call you regularly with updates - but do remember, we can only move as fast as the slowest person! We will do our best to make sure the process is as quick and painless as possible.

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Some useful advice for buyers
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    Buying a house is one of the biggest decisions you will make in your life. Whilst it can be a very exciting time it can also be stressful and we are here to take some of the stress away for you. Here's a few tips to get you on your way to finding your dream home...

    · Be flexible. You may have an idea on paper of what you're looking for, but keep an open mind.

    · Do your research. Make sure that your requirements and your budget are aligned - you might love the idea of a swimming pool but does your budget allow it? And don't forget to make space for the other costs - solicitor fees, removal costs and the like.

    · Take your time to get to know your local agents. Not all properties make it to Right Move - make sure you're on everyone's minds when they have a new property to sell.

    · Sign up to property alerts from RightMove - you can tailor your requirements to be sent relevant properties, daily, weekly or however frequently you wish

    · Be prepared - if you need a mortgage to move, get an agreement in principle. Make sure your financial affairs are in order before you start your property search, as this will make you a more attractive buyer.

    · Get a good solicitor - ask for recommendations from friends and family, or Winkworth will be happy to give advice. There are many online firms out there but cheapest doesn't mean best!

    · Make a list of questions to ask your estate agent when viewing - number of years on the lease (if relevant) and service charges, does it have modern insulation, double glazing - it's important to be aware of any extra financial outlay that may be required.

    · When it comes to making an offer, get all your ducks in a row first to speed up the process. The agent will require details on your proof of funds, your position and chain, and how flexible you can be. Don't be surprised if your first offer gets refused - it's normal to negotiate.

    · Once you've found your dream home and had your offer accepted, our journey with you doesn't stop there. You will be kept updated throughout the process by a dedicated contact at the office who will be with you every step of the day, right up until they hand you over your keys to your new home!

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    Lori Leon - Managing Director
    Before embarking on her career in agency, Lori was a golf professional for many years following a successful amateur career playing at both county and international level. She started in agency in 2004 and has always worked in Bournemouth and the surrounding areas. 

    While working at her previous agency, she met James where they forged a firm friendship. Their passion to change the way people perceive estate agents, led them to joining forces and purchasing the Winkworth Southbourne franchise together. 

    Lori has always lived in Southbourne and is very passionate about the area. Her children Zak and Kitty attended the local St James primary school. Both her children are now adults so in her spare time she enjoys travelling and big family get togethers when her youngest is home from university.
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    Ariana Woolrych - Associate Director/Estate Agent
    Family is very important to Ariana as she comes from a large Greek family. She enjoys travelling, entertaining and keeping fit. 

    Property has been part of Ariana's life since she was a baby with her father being a developer and her mother running and managing country homes. She started her career in agency in 2012 locally and her partner is also an estate agent in the Canford Cliffs area. 

    In 2021 Ariana started her SAVA qualification, which once complete, will make her a qualified RICS surveyor and one of the most knowledgeable people on the Southbourne high street to have visit your home.
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    Lara Leon - Estate Agent
    Lara's love of property has roots in her early family life and she has worked in estate agency on and off since the age of 17, joining the Winkworth team part time in early 2023. She was brought up locally giving her extensive knowledge of the local area. Her son attends the same local school that she did so Lara is well-placed to help you find your ideal property in the area. 

     In her free time, Lara enjoys exercising, travelling and spending time outdoors.
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    Aimee Hurst - Marketing Co-ordinator
    Having lived in the Midlands whilst working as cabin crew she relocated to Southbourne 12 years ago to pursue her passion for photography. Having qualified in 2008, she worked as a wedding photographer for many years but has always had a passion for property. These skills along with being part of our in-house team, allow her to offer our clients a bespoke creative service, not traditionally found in Estate agencies. Her areas of expertise are photography, marketing, and social media.

    She lives with her husband and daughter who attends a local primary school and her beloved pooch Barney. 

    In her spare time, she enjoys travelling and long walks with Barney.
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See what are customers thought of Winkworth

Testimonials from Sellers

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    I would happily recommend you to anybody.
    Thank you for the way in which you and your team dealt with what was an extremely difficult sale on my property. Despite numerous issues that were encountered along the way, you always had a solution where I am sure that many agents would have given up hope! I would happily recommend you to anybody. Mr Garside
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    your advice was invaluable
    "I cannot thank you enough for the help and advice you have given us throughout the recent sale of our apartment. Having not moved for many years, we were somewhat 'wet behind the ears' to the whole process! Nothing was too much trouble for you and your advice was invaluable when negotiating our forward purchase which tied in perfectly with our sale. We would have no hesitation in recommending your company to others and would certainly use you again; albeit I sincerely hope this won't be for some time!"

Testimonials from Buyers

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    your team ensured the purchase went smoothly
    "I would like to thank all of the staff  for their tireless efforts in ensuring the purchase of our dream home finally happened. After losing two properties prior to this purchase through different estate agents, we lost trust in the whole process however the professionalism and tenacity of your team ensured the purchase went smoothly. We couldn't be happier with our new home!" Peter & Helen
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