With the recession still in full force renting  has become not a choice but a necessity for many and with demand overweighing supply, prices are most definitely on the up. With London having some of the highest rents, getting a quality property on a budget can be tricky, whilst places like Lincolnshire provide more generous accommodation for a tighter, more realistic budget.

Lincolnshire

Although Lincolnshire is hundreds of miles from the big city it boasts incredible architecture and some of the most authentic tea rooms, and apparently the cheapest rental prices!

As rental prices are much cheaper in Lincolnshire you can get alot more for your money. The cottage also proves that you can get a character property that won’t break the bank whilst this modern town house is evidence that desirable proeprty can be affordable.

 Cambridgeshire                                                                                                                      

 Cambridge generally won’t buy you a lot for £600 a month but this little gem is available as well as a range of modern 1 bed apartments. Cambridge is renowned for its culture with many art galleries/ musuems and prestigious university and is only fifty minutes from central London which explains the slightly higher price tags.           

Derbyshire

Derbyshire has a broad choice that I would say caters to most tenants. A quaint limestone cottage with two bedrooms and sloping ceilings or a ultra modern 3 bed end of terrace suitable for a young family. The wider availability is impressive and the ecclectic mix of historic charm and modern attractions make this a fairly desirable county!

Lancashire

Lancashire offers a wide choice for 600pcm and again, can fulfill the wishes of any type of tenant. For your money you can rent a stylish apartment situated in Manchester’s desirable Salford Quays. Lancashire also offers an array of family homes, with this modern 3 bedroom townhouse coming in at £600pcm.

Oxfordshire

 Oxford is most commonly know for it’s elite university and medieval architecture. Needless to say £600pcm won’t buy you an awful lot in the pretty county but there are a few hidden gems. For £450pcm you can rent a room in this incredible period property, it is a single room but this charming home boasts hundreds of authentic features. Alternatively you can rent 1 bed terraces, like this one.

Leicestershire

Like Lincolnshire, Leicstershire gives you alot for your money.  2-3 bed houses seem to be the staple £600pcm property as well as a range of modern apartments. With a generous mix of traditional and modern homes, £600 gets you along way in this county!

The Toilet Home

 Sim Jae-duck, the founder of the Korea Toilet Association has recreated a life size toilet shaped home worth $1.1million.Sim’s mother believed that people born in restrooms were more likely to live a long and prosperous life , this led to his birth in a public toilet!Sim created his two story eclectic home in an attempt to highlight the importance of ‘toilet hygiene’ and sanitation. The south Korean entrepreneur even offers stays in his home if visitors are willing to donate a whopping $50,000 to The world Toilet Association.’ 

The Guitar home

Located in Fayetteville, Georgia and owned by country and western singer Elvis Carden is this eccentric musical homage!With his guitar home, his album, ‘Living in an old guitar’ and his record label,’Guitar house records’ I am starting to see a pattern emerge!

The shell   

This home was constructed by Mexican architect Javier Senosiain and is located in the heart of Mexico City! It resembles a shell and looks a bit like something you would see in a dark Tim Burton film!

The underground home

This underground home is situated in Ksiazenice, Poland and was designed by architects KWK Promes. The minimalistic home is perfect for it’s rock star resident , with only a peek of window being visible above ground!

The small house

Situated in Conwy, Wales the world’s tiniest home is an unbelievable 5.49m in total. Local fisherman, Robert Jones, who ironically was a massive 6ft 3 , lived there up until 1900.

Eventually the local council deemed the modest little home as unsuitable for living and Robert was no longer allowed to live there!

Shame

The Boeing 727 house

Located in Mississippi, USA this realistic Boeing727 Model was bought by Joanne Ussary for $2000.00 but with costs of 4,000,00 to move and $24,000,00 to renovate this little venture set her back hundreds of thousands of US dollars. But with a Jacuzzi in the Cockpit and remote control stairs I would say it was well worth it!

The cubes                                                                          

These futuristic little cubes homes were designed by architect Piet Blom in the mid eighties. These bizarre structures are located in Rotterdam and consist of approximately 100square meters, but due to the angled ceiling, ¼ of this space is unusable!

Because of the constant passers-by and their fascination of the homes, a show home has been constructed to offer visitors tours of these remarkable buildings.

There are 38 small cube homes and two ‘super cubes.’ All consisting of three floors, with the top floor often being used as a small garden.

Extraordinary.

The Eliphante art house        

This fabulous rural building was owned by artists Leda Livant and Michael Kahn. The man made structure is located in AZ, USA and was created from scratch by the couple who ran a non profit arts organisation in the 1980’s. The home gets its name from the trunk like entrance and is a maze of shacks, follies and stunning domes!

Since Michael’s death last year, Leda has continued to run tours of her spectacular art house!

The  Forest Spiral (Darmstadt, Germany)

 This beautiful structure consists of 105 individual apartments that wrap around the courtyard and running stream. The building even has a restaurant and cocktail bar in the south east turret.

 The building is fairly new, only being completed in 2000 , it was designed by famous Austrian architect and painter, Friedensreich Hundertwasser . He was known for his contemporary and cutting edge designs that were based around irregular and organic forms!

Reversible Destiny Lofts – Mitaka, Japan                   

This childlike and lighthearted block is situated in Mitaka, Japan have been created to make home an inspiring and exciting environment as opposed to a relaxing one. These views are conveyed through Japanese architect, Shusaku Arakawa’s eclectic colour mix, curved walls and playground feel.

Other than creating an invigorating and pleasing aesthetic, the idea of these homes is to prolong the lives of the residents, the space is aimed at coaxing people to live for an indefinite period of time??

With the recession still affecting the British Public it can often be hard to find good rental property at affordable prices. Scotland offers a wide range of rental properties that won’t break the bank! With exceptional landmarks such as Loch Lomond and Ben Nevis, fabulous nightlife and som great rural areas it is no wonder Scotland has become a fabulous place for rental opportunity! Take a look at my favourites.

1. The Townhouse                                   

We expect a certain level of grandure and extravagance from a townhouse. This fabulous home offers a modern interior in a traditional townhouse! I love the ultra contemporary kitchen, spacious rooms and bright and airy feel!  With real oak flooring, a freestanding bath and natural light this townhouse is definitely a desirable rental opportunity!

 http://www.rentright.co.uk/lanarkshire/hamilton/120203_property.aspx

2.The Period property

  How I wish I had some more images of this fabulous period property! This stunning split level conversion oozes charm, and located in Glasgow’s popular West end it may possibly be one of the most desirable victorian properties ever. Being let furnished really is the icing on the cake, if only we could see inside….

    http://www.rentright.co.uk/lanarkshire/glasgow/147692_property.aspx

 3. The country home                                                                                                     

    This is the crem de la creme of country cottages! The furnishings in this property are exquisite- old vintage style wardrobes and chandeliers.! The tasteful decor is a definite winner. This house is a classic english home with a real sense of character and history! The bedrooms are elegant, the kitchen is country and the views are breathtaking!

  http://www.rentright.co.uk/renfrewshire/paisley/123384_property.aspx

4.The character Flat                

http://www.rentright.co.uk/lanarkshire/glasgow/95405_property.aspx

This modest flat in Southern Glasgow combines traditional exterior with a simplistic modern interior. With its perfect quantities this flat could well be appealing to a very large audience. Suprisingly, for a flat, it also has four bedrooms and a seperate dining room.It is refreshing to see such a classic design hiding modern wood floors and neutral furnishings!And how lovely it would be to have a bay window in your bedroom!

5. The Family Home                       

        I think this is fills the criteria for ‘perfect family home.’ The kitchen it gives an illusion of an exotic loaction and looks more like a spanish villa than a 4bed in Glasgow. In terms of practiclity, the decor probably isn’t the most suitable, (i.e.-white walls) but the general feel is that of a family place.  I love the traditional elegance of the lounge in comparison to the modern kitchen! A charmer!

6. The Penthouse                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               

This is quite possibly one of the most unique penthouses I have ever come across in Lanarkshire. I imagine it to be a perfect bachelor/bachelorette pad!  For an apartment, its spacious 3 double bedrooms are a great selling point! The sloping ceilings and balcony make this pad even more appealing to a tenant!I am also intrigued by the fabulous window shapes, for a modern property the designs have a certain elegance and old fashioned charm!http://www.rentright.co.uk/lanarkshire/hamilton/153365_property.aspx

7.The Eccentric!                                                                                                  

One word :INCREDIBLE. I honestly think that this property is something out of a fairytale. Its shabby chic exterior and ecclectic charm make this a fabulous rental property! The archways, the balconies, the modern v traditional decor! The list is endless! This three bed villa well and truly makes a statement!

I want it!

Considering Peterborough is one of the smallest cities in the UK is certainly does not lack in places to go and things to see. From bowling alleys to museums, Peterborough has something for everyone. Centrally located among the East Anglian fens and the edge of the Midlands, the city provides an outstanding quality of life. This historic cathedral city has a number of attractions, recreation facilities and places of cultural interest. The city is presently undergoing massive renovation and development which incorporates the expansion of cultural, sporting and recreation activities accessible in and around the city centre. This development is adjusted to provide hundreds of new employments for residents of the city and expand Peterborough’s recognition as a city that revivals any other modern European city. Peterborough is quickly expanding to meet the demand for new houses, and is home to a community of diverse cultures. It has everything from traditional market towns to American-style suburban neighbourhoods and better yet the prices are a segment of the cost of nearby London which is only a 50 minute train journey away, making it the ideal place for commuters. With all the discussion of development you’d be forgiven for thinking that you have to drive miles to find a stretch of open countryside, yet Peterborough has a 500-acre country park (Ferry Meadows) within the 2,000 acre Nene Park which is a generalized centre for an array of outdoor pursuits, this includes walking, cycling, sailing, fishing, bird watching, horse riding, camping and family picnics.   

Peterborough is the ideal place to call home for families, young professional and the ancient alike. Whether you like the hustle and bustle of a vibrant city centre or elect a quite village with a good local pub Peterborough has it all.