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Why Americans can’t get enough of the Cotswolds

Hi, it’s Sarah Rappaport, your luxury reporter in London. Last time you heard from me, I was soaking up the sun on the Athens Riviera. This week, I wrapped up warm on a reporting trip to the Athens of the north—Edinburgh.

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Arguably the most picturesque countryside region in the UK, the Cotsworld’s is becoming increasingly popular with Americans, and Trump’s election win might just be to blame.

The Cotsworld’s collection of small, picture-perfect villages have been compared by Americans to the Hamptons. Just two hours away from London, the region is famous for its rolling hills, luxury homes and hotels, and panoramic views.

Commenting on the recent trend of American buyers in the area, Black Brick Founder, Camilla Dell spoke with Sarah Rappaport of Bloomberg, sharing her insights as a London and UK buying agent with over 20 years’ experience in the industry.

“The countryside may be in a new phase as Americans living in London start buying weekend retreats, like New Yorkers buying in the Hamptons,” Dell said.

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