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Spectacular 6-bed mansion in London suburb (UK), £12,000,000

On 21 February 2024

In city living, Contemporary, Europe, Large grounds, London, luxury, UK

A stunning home designed with contemporary flair for superb modern living

For suburban comfort on the edge of London, many would love to be able to afford a property of this calibre in Northwood, sitting on one of the area’s most prestigious roads. Could it be your new home on the outskirts of the greatest city in the world?

The sweeping driveway sets the tone of elegance and provides ample space for parking

Approached via a gated entrance and along a sweeping driveway, this magnificent modern property provides over 13,000 sq. ft. of living space over four floors and sits within two-thirds of an acre of gorgeously-landscaped grounds.

The floating staircase is an eye-catching feature of the entrance

The impressive exterior sets the tone for what you find inside, from the grand entrance hall complete with floating staircase through to the expansive open-plan living/kitchen/dining space that occupies a great swathe of the ground floor.

Sleek and modern kitchen sits within a vast open-plan living-dining space

The glass walls of this area bring the greenery outside in to the bright, calming space and there is ample room for both entertaining a group or cosying up with a dinner for two.

Enthusiastic use of glass walls ensure the space is bright and feels alive

This space has doors leading straight out onto the multi-level terraces of the back garden, where more space is available for socialising under summer skies or simply taking morning coffee in the serenity of the grounds.

A study on the ground floor also enjoys access to the grounds and a space washed in light

A smaller, more private study and studio, a pantry and a guest WC also occupy this floor, fulfilling the many and varied needs of guests and householders.

The leisure complex will transport you to hotel-comfort…in your own home!

Float down a floor to find a magnificent leisure ‘complex’, complete with beautiful swimming pool that can be opened into the garden via folding glass walls. There is also a changing room and shower, a sauna and a well-equipped home gym to keep those with energy to burn satiated. For outdoor exertion, the grounds have a tennis court.

The well-equipped gym looks right into the pool area for added inspiration

For those who seek more sybaritic leisure, there is a stylish (and fully equipped) bar alongside a snooker table and a lounge area; perfect for having all your pals over.

Bartender not included…

Your pals will have plenty of space to stay over too, with six impressive bedrooms spread across the top two floors of this mansion. The first floor is where the grand master suite can be found, boasting soothing views of the garden courtesy of glass walls and access to the a large balcony area.

All bedrooms are spacious and elegant in design, with generous use of windows

The suite also has it’s own luxurious bathroom and a spacious, neat dressing room with racks and shelves for keeping all the finery organised and ready for action.

The dressing room, complete with skylight, is a luxurious convenience

Both of the other two bedrooms on the first floor have the same incredible facilities – large bathrooms and impressive dressing areas – to ensure there is privacy and space for the main occupants of the house.

Each bedroom has its own modern and well-designed en-suite bathroom

The final three bedrooms at the top of the house have their own bathrooms too, and also share access to a vast balcony complete with seating area for admiring the views of the gardens.

Shared balcony on the top floor offers stunning views across the surrounding area

And on the topic of those glorious gardens…in addition to the green areas planted with a variety of mature trees and shrubs, there is an outside bar and kitchen area, as well as an outdoor gas fire for hosting perfect parties late on summer nights. There is also a private Japanese water garden and raised viewing platform for more serene, private moments.

The garden and grounds are as thoughtfully designed as the interiors to create the perfect property

This is one of London’s most popular suburbs, with Northwood underground station (Metropolitan Line) ensuring easy access to the city. The M25 motorway can be joined six miles away and there are superb schools within easy drive. Heathrow Airport is around 12 miles away.

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Marketed by Statons, Totteridge

6 bedroom detached house for sale in Linksway, Northwood, HA6 (rightmove.co.uk)

5-bed mansion, Florida (USA), $17,500,000

On 23 October 2023

In Contemporary, Large grounds, luxury, USA

This is the Florida you’ve been dreaming of..

Sophistication and elegance are the promise from this lakefront mansion in one of the most sought-after addresses in Central Florida, the Isleworth community, surrounding the Butler Chain of Lakes. Enter the secured gates to discover a vast house that is ideally suited to the sports enthusiast with ample space for entertaining all your pals.

A palatial entrance hall gives the mansion an immediate sense of grandeur

Right from the palatial entrance hall guests will be entranced by your home – there are tall windows, high ceilings and space for chilling as well as both stairs and a lift to whisk you up or down to the other floors.

Sweeping staircases and elevators are available for travelling up and down the floors

The main living space is an open-plan design, with a modern kitchen opening onto a breakfast bar and a casual seating area for those times when a drink or a cuppa are informally enjoyed.

The modern kitchen is open to the breakfast bar and lounge area for sociable food prep

Contemporary in style but convenient by design, the kitchen contains all the equipment needed to deliver meals as impressive as the house itself while still retaining an artistic edge. The light fittings above the main island are stunning unique pieces that set off the chrome and marble effect of the whole space.

The kitchen is sleek but packed with everything needed to feed a full house

There are further reception rooms – both formal and informal – that can be turned to whatever purpose suits the new owner, such as a dining room and some cosy lounges for knocking back with a good book. All the spaces are washed with light from multiple, large windows and patio doors that deliver the house a sense of space and an ease with flowing out to the patios and terraces surrounding the pool.

There is space for a grand dining table if preferred, with doors opening onto the terrace

The 9,000 sq ft of living space goes on to include an office – for the sensible days – and a cinema and recreation room (for the fun days). Watching a film in the privacy of your own cinema is a superb way to spend an evening, although remember to shut the curtains or you may be tempted to shoot a few hoops…

The cinema room has a front-row view of the court too

Yes, because nestled down in the recreation area of this incredible house is an air-conditioned, full-sized basketball; a real bonus find in this area. The house also has a gym and a sauna, to help develop and then soothe the hoop-shooting muscles after a few hours on the court.

The full-sized air-conditioned basketball court is a unique asset of this mansion

Five bedrooms and eight bathrooms deliver the accommodation for the household and your guests. The bedrooms are light-filled and spacious, all containing the artistic flourishers that is a theme across the rest of the house.

Dual aspect windows and tall ceilings help make the bedrooms feel roomy yet comfortable

The master suite includes a large dressing area and a hidden shoe closet, as well as a washing machine and dryer to allow clothes to be laundered at ease. The bathrooms, both the en-suites and general, are exquisite and stylish, with all the most modern fittings added with baths and showers large enough for even the tallest basketball player on your team.

Contemporary chic style extends into the various bathrooms

In such a stunning setting and with unbeatable Floridian weather, a lot of life will be lived outside. Perched as it is on the lake, this mansion provides a superb view of spectacular sunsets and the nightly Disney fireworks from one of the many comfortable seating areas gathered around the swimming pool. There is also an outdoor kitchen to make summer meals an experience to share with guests in the balmy summer air rather than cooped up inside.

The mansion hugs the pool, which in turn spills towards the lakes; summer living will definitely be out of doors

The Isleworth community covers 600 acres, with the estate also including Isleworth Golf and Country Club (one of the Top 100 Platinum Clubs of the World) which provides a wealth of sporting activities as well as top-class dining and year-round activities for young people. There are also all the necessary concierge services that may be required.

This beautiful property sits within the Isleworth community, a development that also contains golf courses and other sports facilities

The estate is around 50 mins drive from Florida beaches and Orlando International Airport is 22 miles away. Accessing Downtown Orlando takes about 30 mins by car, while the Mall at Millenia is just 20 mins drive: ideal for anything you can’t satisfy on the estate itself, but there won’t be many whims that can’t be catered for at this luxurious address.

Source: Right Move

Marketed by Alistair Brown International Real Estate, Glasgow

5 bedroom detached house for sale in Florida, Orange County, Windermere, USA (rightmove.co.uk)

Majestic 16-bed mansion on Marbella’s Golden Mile (Spain), €35,000,000

On 16 September 2023

In Contemporary, Europe, Large grounds, luxury, Nature, seaview

The grand driveway intimates what is to be found at this stunning estate

Now is your chance to purchase an extraordinary Spanish estate on the highly-sought after Golden Mile in Marbella, the most luxurious of residential addresses in this region. With this vast mansion come unobstructed panoramic views of the Med and the dramatic Sierra Blanca mountain range, and all the luxurious living accommodation one could wish for.

Now that is what you call a serious swimming pool – who needs the beach?

This grand and impressive mansion celebrates open-plan living within its main space, delivering vast kitchen-dining-lounge rooms for communal life alongside the more cosy and intimate seating areas. All areas are impeccable designed for an aura of grandeur that will impress guests and householders alike.

Vast open-plan areas facilitate communal living and ensure all occupants can find their space

The kitchen is an absolute dream for the home chef. This masterly-designed space features a separate Butler’s pantry, an island, vintage Lacanche gas hob/oven, a walk-in fridge, a wine cooler…everything you need for the ideal dinner party.

The kitchen is glorious, modern and spacious, with a table crowned by that view

Let guests linger at the table or spread out onto the spacious, comfortable terrace to enjoy their last morsels of a meal with a view of the Mediterranean Sea beyond your grounds.

Al-fresco dining and lounging spaces are a-plenty on the back terrace, all boasting superb views

For a variation on the entertainment, dinner could end with guests being ushered behind velvet curtains and into your home cocktail bar (complete with Bose speakers, personalised lighting elements and a smoke machine).

The bar is chic and stylish, with an eye-catching tiled floor

Living spaces within this glorious estate are as much outdoors as indoors, courtesy of multiple covered terraces that nestle around the large swimming pool.

The pool and the sea view are dreamy vistas that can be admired from one of the seating areas

The grounds have been romantically landscaped and there is even a paddle court for those who want to work up a sweat before a swim, or a cocktail…or both!

The grounds contains a tennis court for those who need to burn off some steam

Nine bedrooms are spread out across the main residence and each is unique, stylish and elegant, providing the privacy and sumptuous comfort we all hope to retire to at the end of a hot day.

All bedrooms are spacious and elegant, designed to optimise the light and the view

The master suite is, of course, the glory of the bedrooms and opens onto a private terrace where the view can be enjoyed in solitude just moments from bed.

With so many bedrooms in this property, you may have to give the rooms names so you can keep track of them all..

The master bedroom’s attached bathroom is spacious and unique, completed with a glass ceiling that invites the landscape into the tub. The room opens out onto an outdoor jacuzzi too; water-based options galore.

The master bedroom’s en-suite is quite spectacular

The lower level of the main house is something of an entertainment and wellness center, with a cinema room and loft-style bar, as well as a bowling alley and a poker salon. This is the hub of a seriously good night.

Grab a drink and some popcorn before the movie starts

Balance out the excess with time spent in the spa and massage room, or perhaps a gym session and a dip in the indoor heated swimming pool. The whole space feels like a high-quality resort and you’ll easily find a means of drifting away from the stresses of life – or the excesses of your parties.

An indoor heated swimming pool is a real additional asset

In addition to the main house, the Estate also holds an equally elegant and comfortable guest house with a further seven bedrooms and more living and cooking spaces for when visitors seek their own solitude. It is all exquisitely finished, with iconic touches such as the tiled floors, echoing the charm of the main house.

The guest house, complete with kitchen, dining and living spaces, and further bedrooms, is ideal for visitors

Whether a permanent residence or a splendid holiday home, this mansion couldn’t be in a more perfect location on this popular part of the Spanish coast, on the western end of the Costa del Sol. Within striking distance are a plethora of activities (golf courses, resorts, yachts) and luxurious high-end restaurants, as well as move informal eateries and bars.

The setting is as spectacular as the house

The Golden Mile area also has luxury furniture shops and design studios for shopping, and elegant cafes for casual afternoons. There is also a mosque in the area – and a seriously impressive residence belonging to the Saudi royal family.

Life within the Golden Mile is sure to be addictive – can you really just make this a holiday home?

For getting in and out, the nearest airport is in Malaga, 50km away (40 minutes drive). But then, honestly, would you ever really want to leave?

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Marketed by Roccabox Property Group S.L, Marbella

16 bedroom villa for sale in Andalucia, Malaga, Marbella, Spain (rightmove.co.uk)

Modern Mansion living in London (UK), £27,500,000

On 9 September 2023

In Contemporary, Europe, Historic, Large grounds, London, luxury, UK

Finding such a large property so close to central London is a real treat

When it comes to London living, nothing beats owning a striking period mansion that is impressive from the outside and sleekly modern and contemporary inside. This glorious residence, in the sought-after area of St John’s Wood, delivers on both counts and will wow with its potential.

The historic exterior means the contemporary re-fit inside is a welcome surprise

This double-fronted property offers 6,332 sq ft of living space across multiple floors, sitting behind security gates and beyond a driveway with parking for ten cars.

Enter via an impressive hallway, with quick access to stairs and a lift

The house has two floors dedicated to entertaining space, with a flexible suite of rooms: six reception rooms as well as vast open-plan living spaces. The kitchen is sleek and modern, fitted with all the latest conveniences for the home chef and accompanied by a walk-in pantry as well as a utility room.

Bright, neat and well-equipped kitchen caters to all the needs of a busy household

The open-plan spaces are ideal for large groups, with people able to choose between the dining area or the more casual sofas and chairs. Having multiple open-plan spaces makes this house suitable for a family, who may prefer to entertain separately.

The open-plan areas are suitable for entertaining and catering to the needs of family groups

There are dining areas a-plenty within the house, with a more formal dining room that could suit a different style of party and be ideal for special occasions and guests.

A mix of casual, informal with more formal dining spaces provide good options

There is also a generous study to cater for those working from home and serve as a library, while the cinema room is going to be the draw after the work is done. All interiors are modernised and elegant in their simplicity and style.

Your home office would impress any visiting clients

Upon climbing the stairs, the bedroom selection is dominated by a glorious principal bedroom suite, before seven further bedrooms can cater for the rest of the household.

All bedrooms are large, light and echo the modern style of the interiors

There are six bathrooms to serve the multiple occupants, all of which are finished to the highest standard and incredibly eye-catching in their chic finish.

This is ‘hotel’ standard bathrooms – and there are plenty to go around!

Considering the size of this mansion, the internal passenger lift may come in handy, while a number of well-positioned balconies provide some rooms with a joyous slice of the outdoors. For a more committed experience of the gorgeous grounds, there are multiple areas around the immediate property that have been designed as outdoor dining or lounging spaces.

Multiple terraces can be designated for dining or lounging, and used depending on the location of the sun

It’s worth noting that detailed planning consent has been obtained and implemented to increase the property to 1,503.54 sqm/16,183.18 sq ft. There’s no time limit on the build, so it could be food for thought. What might you do with this impressively-large house…?

A pool could be added if the property was extended as per existing plans?

There is also a gym within the existing house, which is a beautiful and very convenient amenity to have at home if you don’t feel like taking your morning run in one of the nearby parks (but both Regent’s Park and Primrose Hill are very close).

Computer-generated image of the potential gym, if the house was extended (there is a smaller one in the existing property)

The area is, generally, a superb place to base a London life. St John’s Wood is a charming residential area and has gained a positive reputation for its local amenities and proximity to the bustle of Central London. Two of the main local attractions can attract a crowd – the Abbey Road Studios and Lords Cricket Ground – and the house is just a 10 minute walk from St John’s Wood Underground Station and Swiss Cottage Underground Station (Jubilee Line), both of which provide rapid access to the rest of the city.

Source: RightMove

Marketed by: Savills, St John’s Wood & Regent’s Park

8 bedroom detached house for sale in St. Johns Wood Park, St John’s Wood, London, NW8 (rightmove.co.uk)

20-bed cinephile mansion, Florida (USA), £9,075,230

On 8 August 2023

Each arrival at this 20-bed mansion is like the red carpet experience

If you’re a fan of the movies, this is a mansion you are going to want to get your hands on. The vast entrance way hosts your own, tall Oscar statuette to welcome you and your entourage to a palatial pad that is going to see you all lost in your favourite Hollywood daydream. Hold on tight as we take a look inside this truly unique house.

The movie theme covers every inch of the house, with the decor and design ideally suited to those who adore Hollywood

There is a maxed-out movie theme to every inch of this space and its more of an entertainment hub than a house, what with a bowling alley, indoor basketball half court, games room, a pool complete with a water slide and volcano, an outdoor tiki hut/bar for grabbing a beverage as well as an indoor bar and cinema for indoor fun.

A vast seating area next to the kitchen allows your many guests to mingle and graze

This is definitely a house to invite all your friends to, with 20 luxurious bedrooms, each themed after a different movie so your guests can stay the night in their own private Hollywood experience whether they see themselves as a Dorothy or a Marilyn. For that extra sparkle, the theme song plays the moment you step across the threshold of the bedroom. Yes, really.

“Oh Toto, I don’t think we’re in Kansas anymore..”

With a houseful of guests, owners will be glad of the vast gourmet kitchen complete with four double refrigerators, two hobs, two double ovens and a wine cooler, all presented in a facility made sleek (but brightly-coloured) with modern European style cabinets and solid countertops.

The kitchen is colourful but stylishly fitted with the latest appliances to make cooking easy…well…depending for how many guests..

There’s ample informal seating around the kitchen area, but a grand dining area will comfortably seat thirty-seven for those larger feasts. And when full up and sleepy, save yourself having to roll down to the private cinema and use the screens embedded in the walls to start the latest blockbuster rolling inside your house.

Plenty of washing machines and driers will ensure you can cater to the needs of up to 40 guests

The house is primely located for all the thrills and spills of Florida, as and when you can bear to leave this fun hub. The Disney World parks are approximately 30 mins by car and a whole range of glorious beaches aren’t too far away.

The decor certainly echoes the spills and thrills available at the theme parks nearby in Orlando

Owners may also like to hire a management company and rent out this incredibly unique experiential property to the cinephiles that flock to Orlando. The returns can be vast – and it’s a way to share the joy of this splendidly bold and colourful explosion of a mansion.

Source: RightMove 20 bedroom detached house for sale in Florida, Polk County, Davenport, USA (rightmove.co.uk)

Marketed: Alistair Brown International Real Estate, Glasgow

Modern Masterpiece in Cape Town (South Africa), £8,236,214

On 23 June 2023

In Contemporary, luxury, seaview, South Africa

This is, quite simply, a modern masterpiece of architecture meeting one of the most spectacular views in South Africa. Could it be your new home? Located on the sea side of Nettleton Road (just 50 properties are located on this prestigious, sought-after cul-de-sac) in Clifton, Cape Town, this appears at first to be an immaculate glass box. The structure is designed to feel simple and effortless, while optimising the space and the view for a dramatic, absorbing home for a very lucky owner.

The street entrance is subtle and intriguing

Upon arrival in the property, the main feature is the wide, open-plan living room with glass doors large enough to allow the stunning view to become part of the room itself. The glazing has been imported from Germany and the slider system from Switzerland, facilitating the seamless dimensions and delivering a beautiful finish. The view was designed by nature…

The living space opens on to the terrace area and the infinity pool beyond

This main large space encompasses dining, lounging and cooking areas, the kitchen finished with such elegance and minimalist style that your guests may not even spot it.

Elegant, stylish kitchen with all the latest features for ease

While the open-plan space suits entertaining, there are also cosier spaces on the ground floor for solitude or concentration, such as the study or the comfortable TV room where you can catch up on your favourite series.

Cosier yet still spacious TV room for more intimate time

The main living space opens straight onto the sun terrace and the glorious infinity pool, with 20m of lapping space where you can enjoy a view of Clifton and the Twelve Apostles each time you lift your head to breathe.

The sun terrace and pool area seem to hang over the edge of the bay

There are five spacious bedroom suites within this impressive property, all of which are ocean-facing and boast well-positioned windows to maximise those extraordinary views and allow in light.

Wake up to a view you will never tire of

The bathrooms are all superbly finished and provide luxurious features in a minimalist design, continuing the theme of this property. There are multiple bathing options, with modern rain showers and standalone tubs, the latter of which are carefully positioned for a sense of sea while soaking thanks to large windows.

Neat bathrooms with luxurious bathing options

There are also two WCs for guests to use when visiting your property and staff accommodation on-site, easing the experience of having help around the house. A home-gym completes the package, this one boasting more glittering sea views and plenty of comfortable, bright space to have your work-out in solitude.

More spectacular views await in the home-gym, which has plenty of space for yoga in addition to machines

The whole property is equipped with air-conditioning and underfloor heating for comfort in all seasons, while a diesel generator and solar panels, plus an inverter with back-up batteries, provide some peace of mind for power. There is also state-of-the-art security and a double garage to keep vehicles secure.

The house is located in Clifton, one of the most sought-after locations in the Cape Town area

It’s little wonder that Clifton is one of the most sought-after areas to live near Cape Town. Just fifteen minutes drive from central Cape Town, residents enjoy proximity to two world-class beaches and their adjoining towns (Clifton and Camps Bay) and an easy drive to the iconic Twelve Apostles Mountains. Cape Town International Airport is around 20km away.

Source: RightMove

Marketed by Dogon Group Properties PTY LTD, Cape Town

5 bedroom house for sale in Clifton, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa (rightmove.co.uk)

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