Hamptons International has strengthened its Prime and Country House department with the appointment of Ruth Wilkinson to the Winchester office. Having lived and worked in Wiltshire for over 20 years, Ruth is an experienced, well regarded, and successful estate agent who will focus on the prime market in Hampshire, Wiltshire and Dorset for Hamptons.

The team’s approach to the sale of Prime and Country Houses utilises Hamptons International’s wider network of sales offices in central London, and the principal cities and towns across the southern counties. Working alongside the experienced heads of offices in these counties, Ruth will offer a bespoke and personalised service to both sellers and buyers.

Ruth says: “I have always regarded Hamptons International as one of the strongest and most professional of agencies. As the property market has changed and faced the various challenges of the variable economic climate, Hamptons has evolved and adapted to meet its clients’ needs. Its growing network of offices here in the UK means that we can expose our vendors’ properties to a wide market.

“Our mantra of locally, nationally and internationally has never been stronger.”

With the mansion tax off the table Hamptons International expects previously reluctant buyers to feel more comfortable about completing deals in the £2million plus bracket. With economic conditions improving and a lower property tax regime confidence should return to the prime market.

Ruth concludes: “I am delighted to have now joined the team in Winchester and be in a position where I can use my knowledge of the area and the market to best serve our clients and deliver an exceptional service. Hamptons already has a very successful London and Country House Department and by placing a practitioner specialising in the top end of the market in the Winchester office we combine the knowledge and personal service of a local agent and the prestige and reach of an International brand.

“Hamptons International Country House Department is here to help. The summer means gardens can be looking at their best, and are showcasing your property. If you would like advice on the market, the value of your home or are thinking of selling your property please contact us. We would welcome the opportunity to meet you and give a free market appraisal of your property.”

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