Typically, one in four of all London properties is bought off-market. But for purchases above £2m the proportion is considerably higher. This proliferation of private transactions makes it increasingly difficult, for buyers in the capital’s premium postcodes, to gain a complete view of the available properties.

We specialise in acquiring family homes, apartments and pied-à-terres across the most desirable neighbourhoods. Whether moving within London, or buying here for the first time, Middleton clients benefit from access to the best properties – both on and off-market – coupled with the highest levels of advice and service, from search through to completion.

We’ve made it our business to understand the character and the nature of each of London’s neighbourhoods because our clients are as diverse as London itself. We work with private clients from sports and media, business and entrepreneurs, each with their own bespoke brief in terms of location, property style and motivation.

Whether you are buying for lifestyle or for investment, you’ll find we bring an unrivalled knowledge and understanding of London residential property and a service ethic that puts our clients front and centre.

Ashley Wilsdon
Head of London Buying

Over three quarters of London’s £5m+ transactions are now off-market. The likelihood of a private sale means that our clients are asking a simple question: how can I be certain of realising full value for my property when it may never be tested on the open market?

Our highly experienced London Sales team have spent their careers developing relationships with London’s buying agents, brokers and individual applicants – collectively, an unrivalled network representing the ‘buy side’ of the premium London market. This enables us to offer private clients a highly-personalised, strategic approach that reaches the right buyers and delivers a discreet, timely sale at full value.

When you buy a property, even if it is your home, it is an investment. When you sell, you are realising that investment, and so you will always want to achieve the best possible price. At the same time, the process must be professional, respectful and efficient.

As your advisor we are in your corner, protecting your interests at all times and shielding you from onerous admin. It’s also our experience that achieving the highest or best price depends not on flattery, but on strategy. So we won’t give you an appealing valuation to win your business, we’ll give you a carefully considered recommendation of where we will open, and where we expect to close.

James Moran
Head of London Sales

England’s most desirable locations have one thing in common: demand is nearly always greater than supply. In this highly competitive environment, buyers need to refine their search, develop a clear buying strategy, stay abreast of available properties – even when off-market – and then judge how best to offer, exchange and complete in order to secure their ideal property.

We take time to understand your aspirations, concerns and priorities before supporting you throughout the buying process. Our clients benefit from the local expertise, professional advice and exceptional service levels of our country buying advisors – all of whom are focussed on realising your property ambitions.

While prime residential countryside property can be characterised as a ‘seller’s market’, we rarely advise clients to give in to the pressure to rush. This places a premium on remaining patient, astute and decisive.

This is where our network of contacts and the unique levels of trust we’ve nurtured over many years and across many deals pay dividends. Together we’ll identify the right property. Just as important is our ability to strategise, negotiate to your benefit, and stay with you from your first offer through to completion and, in many cases, beyond.

Ben Horne
Head of Country Buying

Some client searches require different data points and highly specialised experience and insight. The Estates & Special Projects team delivers a range of services for clients looking to acquire larger estates, expand internationally or manage a growing portfolio:

• Acquisition of landed estates and farms in the UK
• Specialist property purchases, in the UK and internationally
• Long term strategic advice on holding property for investment
• Optimising property value and lifestyle benefits
• Developing a tailored professional support network

For a full list of our services, click here.

When you hold property over the medium to long-term, it’s important to ensure that you derive maximum enjoyment, value and returns. Leading the Estates & Special Projects team, both Mark Parkinson and I have more than 20 years’ experience in this specific field, providing long-term strategic advice on the broadest range of property-related matters.

We recognise that becoming the custodian of a rural house and estate is often just the starting point of a significant journey that encompasses wide-ranging interests and aspirations relating to your family, your business and your legacy. Our aim is to help you – not just with the acquisition of estates and land – but with the broadest possible perspective.

Tom Hudson, Founding Director
Head of Estates & Special Projects