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Harbour-front period home, Kinsale (Ireland), €1,950,000

On 17 April 2024

In Historic, Ireland, luxury, Nature, seaview, Traditional, UK

From Hollywood stars to a navy admiral, the Anchorage has some illustrious previous owners

With previous owners including a navy admiral and a Hollywood star, the Anchorage – built in the Victorian era – is an iconic property occupying a stupendous Irish location. The house sits on the waterfront in the sought-after town of Summercove, Kinsale, with views overlooking Kinsale Harbour, James Fort and the charming seaside town of Kinsale.

Sea view? I’d say! This property could only be closer if it was a boat

The historic property has been renovated to a luxurious standard and is set out over three floors, with three bedrooms and a raft of splendid reception rooms. Almost every space boasts a window overlooking the water and an outside terrace provides the 3D experience of life on the ocean waves, albeit on solid ground..

Most spaces have vast windows looking straight out into the ocean

The ground floor has been turned into a sumptuous ‘hub’ for the home, with defined separate spaces that seamlessly flow into one another. The cosy living room, with its bay windows and a view of the harbour is a welcoming place to curl up on inclement days. Just light that historic fireplace and lounge..

A cosy living room is one of various reception rooms on the ground floor

There is also a more modern-feel lounge area with vast windows and skylights to let the sea views surge in and create a bright, airy space. This area flows straight out from the kitchen.

Contemporary living area complete with bifold doors and skylights

The modern kitchen includes two separate areas for eating, including a breakfast bar and a bay window breakfast nook. The kitchen is bespoke and features granite worktops, a Belfast sink and an aga, as well as built-in wine fridges and a built-in coffee machine for all your beverage needs.

A bespoke kitchen has a breakfast bar as a bay window nook for casual meals

A larger dining space is also available for more formal meals, with the open-plan layout allowing diners to move seamlessly down to comfortable chairs and more of that sea view.

The dining room flows into the contemporary lounge area to create the ideal location for entertaining

There is also a regal study alongside an impressive library/snug, the latter being ideal for those who like to tuck away in a warm place with a book (think multiple book shelves and a modern wood burning stove).

Elegance and style make this home study and library more of an oasis than a work location

Climb up the stairs to discover the glorious master suite complete with a walk-in dressing room and a beautifully-finished en-suite shower room.

The master suite has a dressing room and en-suite bathroom

The bedroom itself is spacious, with vast windows and a window seat to enjoy the sea sloshing around outside without the wind whipping your ‘do’.

Window seats are worth their weight in gold with a view like that!

Climbing the stairs once again provides access to the final two double bedrooms, both with stunning views over the harbour for admiring from bed at both ends of the day. And yes, more window seats…you’ll find it hard to leave.

Two further bedrooms share the top floor of the property

The top two rooms share a neat bathroom right in the eaves of the house, providing luxury ablutions that our Victorian navy admiral probably didn’t get to enjoy…

Bathrooms are cleverly incorporated for modern convenience

Another luxury touch that Victorians could only have dreamed of is underfloor heating throughout the downstairs of the property (radiators upstairs) and, despite being seemingly stuck on the edge of the ocean, this property also has parking for three cars.

Summercove is a popular town close to the much-loved Kinsale

Summercove is a popular, pretty and compact town, with many visitors coming to see the impressive Charles Fort, a restored 17th century fortress which guarded the entrance of Kinsale harbour. The vibrant town of Kinsale is less than 3km away and though you may feel tucked away in Irish isolation, flights are easily available: Cork International Airport is just 20 mins drive away.

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Marketed by Finest International Real Estate Ireland Ltd., Cork

3 bedroom house for sale in Kinsale, Cork, Ireland (rightmove.co.uk)

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)

Spectacular 7-bed new build on 23 acres, Cheshire (UK), £4,999,500

On 7 February 2024

In Contemporary, estate, Europe, Large grounds, luxury, Nature, property, UK

This modern masterpiece has an eye-catching exterior and a luxurious interior

This house is a masterpiece of modern design and provides ample, luxurious accommodation within 23 acres of glorious Cheshire countryside. With seven bedrooms across a main house and an annex, not to mention a leisure suite, this spectacular house could be the ideal home you’re looking for in the vicinity of Cheshire and Manchester.

The main house and annex sit on 23 acres of stunning land

The house will impress from the sweeping driveway, which passes the garage topped by an annex. This additional accommodation property has living and kitchen spaces, alongside two beautiful bedrooms, in a completely self-contained unit.

A self-contained annex could be ideal for guests or elderly relatives seeking privacy yet proximity

This separate annex may be ideal if multi-generational families are living together and need their space, or suit a guest who values a little privacy.

The full-height entrance hall makes a statement and sets the tone of this artistic, impressive house

The main house opens into a vast, full-height galleried entrance hall, currently splashed with impressive art for a stunning opener to the property. The staircase is a subtle, sweeping beauty, but before you climb the stairs, explore what the ground floor has to offer..

Large, open-plan living and dining spaces sit alongside a sleek modern kitchen

The large open-plan living space includes a beautiful and well-equipped kitchen complete with breakfast bar (and a wine store – handy) that flows effortlessly out to a dining area and comfortable seating areas.

Patio doors fill the space with light and provide easy access outside to the terraces

There are numerous sliding doors that allow householders to spill out into the lush gardens when weather permits. The glass also invites gushes of natural light to make the large space feel bright and airy no matter the external temperatures.

The cosy study would make home working a pleasure – with views to inspire

This floor also has a cosy wood-paneled study as well as a utility room and linen store, all of which suit the modern lifestyle. A cinema room completes the ground floor comfort options and provides space for all the household to gather for a film evening. This is certainly not the only entertainment option available though..

Glass walls divide the living room from this exquisite pool area

The main living area is divided by glass from an exquisite indoor heated pool with a jacuzzi tucked beside it for the ultimate bathing experience. There is also a gym and a sauna, as well as washing facilities, to create a high-class leisure suite.

A gym and jacuzzi, as well as changing rooms, complete the leisure package

There are five bedrooms in the main house, with the master bedroom suite being as elegant, spacious and well-designed as one would hope in such a modern house.

The master suite is vast, with sensational views across the gardens

The dual-aspect bedroom is large with high ceilings, opening onto a private balcony for superb views over the local landscape. There is a spacious dressing area with room for ample outfits and the mirrors/chairs necessary for deliberating over outfits in comfort.

The dressing room for the master suite is all chic elegance and order

The en-suite bathroom is an artistic masterpiece in its own right and provides all the modern bathing options that are expected in contemporary, luxury homes today, notably the picture-perfect view from the sensational bathtub.

All bathrooms are striking and beautifully designed

Indeed, all the spacious bedrooms have their own luxurious en-suite bathrooms or shower rooms, as well as dressing rooms, so no one need feel left out. The fifth bedroom is something quite special and may be fought over by the teenaged members of the household.

Loft bedroom suite has got ‘teenager’ written all over it

Located in the loft, this bedroom comes with its own sitting area and study area, as well as the bathroom and dressing area. It could be ideal for the teenager who is starting to crave independence within the family home – or has a penchant for playing the drums.

The setting and surrounding landscape provide peace and serenity for those with busy lives

This property is as much about the location and the glorious grounds as the impressive architecture and internal space. Of the 23 acres, the immediate area around the house has a choice of terraces and patios for dining or lounging, surrounded by landscaped gardens. Beyond the gardens is an area of paddock land, which could suit those who want to bring their own horses if stables are built.

Landscaped gardens surround the house, with a paddock suitable for horses

A padel court has been recently added into the grounds. This could be the impetus a new owner needs to learn to play this “innovative form of tennis that’s fun, easy to learn and extremely sociable” (according to the Lawn Tennis Association).

Learn to play padel tennis on your own court!

The house sits in the rolling countryside of Over Alderley, Cheshire. It’s rural, yet Manchester Airport is just 11 miles away and Manchester City Centre is around 19 miles away. The nearest large town is Macclesfield or Wilmslow.

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Marketed by Jackson-Stops, Alderley Edge

7 bedroom detached house for sale in Hocker Lane, Over Alderley, Cheshire, SK10 (rightmove.co.uk)

5-bed Eiffel Tower-view apartment (France), €9,950,000

On 31 January 2024

In Contemporary, Europe, france, french, Historic, luxury

This spacious, elegant duplex is the ideal Parisian pad

If seeking an impressive, centrally-located pad in Paris, there is little to fault in this duplex apartment within a Haussmann building that sits, wonderfully, on the Champ de Mars, enjoying an unparalleled view of the Eiffel Tower.

Occupiers will never tire of the best view in the city

With approximately 294 sq m of internal space, this property covers the second and third floors and has been renovated to a luxurious standard, providing five bedrooms and ample living space, all with spectacular views of Paris’ iconic tower.

Bright open-plan living space is ideal for entertaining

The main living area is large and bright, with a dining area and a living room which flows out onto the terrace in one direction, flowing into a beautifully-equipped and very stylish kitchen in the other. It’s an ideal set-up delivered in artistic style.

With a kitchen this chic and convenient, you may just swap Parisian gastronomy for home cooking…occasionally..

The master bedroom suite has a dressing room and an en-suite bathroom, all of which are spacious and luxurious. This bedroom opens straight onto a private balcony for a hearty glimpse of the Eiffel Tower before or after sleep. On this floor there is another bedroom and bathroom, as well as an office and a laundry room (ah, the sensible things).

Bedrooms have private balconies for secluded spaces to enjoy the spectacular view

Climbing up another floor – this has it’s own access too, if private access is required – leads you to a further two bedrooms and a living room, as well as a bathroom and dressing area. This serves as a private suite and could suit a family (hide the kids upstairs?) or accommodate guests in privacy.

With two bedrooms and a living space on the second floor, a private suite is available

All rooms are exquisite in their proportions and their style, making the whole property feel as elegant as Paris itself and yet providing a sense of comfort and welcome in the anonymous bustle of a capital city.

Bathrooms are as stylish as they are convenient, with seriously impressive tubs

The property is completed with a cellar to store the ample wine collection (it’s France, you’ll need it), and the building itself is served by a caretaker and – despite the age of the building – an elevator.

Such contemporary luxury within an historic part of the capital is a winning combination

There are three airports serving Paris, the closest just 8.6 miles away (Orly) while Charles de Gaulle Airport is 16 miles away. The building is a short walk from the nearest Metro station and from one of the many main stations (Paris has six), from where there are train connections to other major French cities and across Europe.

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Marketed by Knight Frank, Paris

5 bedroom property for sale in Paris-Isle of France, Paris, Paris (rightmove.co.uk)

Restored 18th-Century Finches Farm, Lancashire (UK), £3,500,000

On 10 January 2024

In award winning, Contemporary, Europe, luxury, UK

This beautifully-restored farm offers the English rural dream

For the combination of glorious rural English countryside, complete seclusion, historic charm and contemporary luxury, there is little to beat the beautifully-restored 18th century Finches Farm in Lancashire.

The original buildings can be dated to the 18th century but updated extensively inside

With many original features retained and celebrated, the main farmhouse has been given an upgrade to modern-day convenience and style, as stunning inside as the vast Lancashire countryside that surrounds this estate.

Paved driveway and landscaped lawns make for a tidier exterior than would have been usual in 1709

The farmhouse itself can trace its roots back to 1709 and sits within almost 4-acres of landscaped lawns and ornamental gardens. The views suggest complete isolation, but the reality is two local villages (Mawdesley and Croston) within a five minute drive for a community and the needed amenities.

Multiple buildings sit on 4 acres of land

The main living space on the ground floor is vast and provides the perfect blend of communal areas for entertaining or gathering, and some cosier snugs for privacy and seclusion.

The main entrance hall is vast, with wooden beams and a stone floor

You step into a large entrance area from where the various rooms can be accessed. This space is bathed in light from the multiple windows and, courtesy of reflective stone floors and white furnishings, is bright and welcoming.

Open plan kitchen-diner with a breakfast bar and a natural flow through to the living room

The kitchen – complete with an Aga as well as a more standard oven – sits within a wonderfully generous open-plan living area with a breakfast bar, a dining area and a seating area, all with dreamy views across the lawns.

Interiors are neat, minimal and clean for a calming environment to dine

For more formal, special occasions, there is a separate dining area, where one of the original wooden beams and restored wooden floor will provide a chance to tell your guests all about your spectacular, special home’s history.

Elegant wooden floors and multi-aspect windows give the dining area real charm

For the evenings when being presentable is not required and the idea of kicking back with a movie or a book appeals, there is also a separate living room that boasts more restored beams amid the modern comforts. There are patio doors for accessing the gardens and plenty of natural light to make the space feel airy and bright in the daytime.

Modern can still be cosy, as this living room showcases

Take a trip upstairs to find the four spacious bedrooms. Three of these have en-suite bathrooms and one is, frankly, a spectacle of master bedroom indulgence. You will need to move quick to reserve this one in a jostling family.

Mammoth master suite consists of high ceilings and a dressing area in addition to the en-suite bathroom

The large room has tall ceilings and sparkles in white furnishings to create an aura of elegance and comfort, with the sleeping area opening into a charming dressing area.

The dressing area flows easily into the bathroom for ease of preparations

The master en-suite is the only bathroom to boast a standalone brass-effect tub that sits proudly beside a window for bathing with the stupendous view over your gardens and wider Lancashire landscape.

All bedrooms are large and comfortable, with two en-suites and a family bathrooms

While the master might be quite extraordinary, the remaining three bedrooms are just as spacious and comfortable. Two of these ‘others’ have their own en-suite and there is a family bathroom to serve the final bedroom, with a panoply of rain showers and bath tubs to choose from in the sleek wash rooms.

You will certainly be cleaner than the 18th century occupants!

The outside areas have been lovingly restored and provide wonderful green spaces for enjoying the landscape and the natural restorative calm of the countryside. A terrace area directly outside the kitchen is a superb spot for those al-fresco meals in the warm days of summer

Patios and terraces are set immediately around the house for al-fresco opportunities

The grounds also house a full sized, flood lit tennis court to keep the active householders happy, while a home gym has been installed in the loft area above the garage. A useful space, the loft area could be turned to other purposes, such as an office or studio.

The tennis court is flood-lit so late summer sessions are a possibility

The ornamental garden is fabulous for ‘taking a turn in’ during lazy afternoons and will allow all the cares of the world to slip away. There is ample space and opportunity for keen gardeners on the grounds, and the south-facing lawns catch the sunshine.

Ornamental gardens are accompanied by sleek lawns, with space for gardeners to have their own patch

For getting in and out, the nearest motorway is the M6 and Chorley train station (8 miles) provides regular connections into Manchester Piccadilly station (journey time 50 mins approx.), Bolton and Preston. The closest airport is Manchester, approx. 40 miles away.

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Marketed by Jackson-Stops, Alderley Edge

4 bedroom detached house for sale in Syd Brook Lane, Mawdesley, West Lancashire, L40 (rightmove.co.uk)

Unique, award-winning 5-bed detached in Cambridge (UK), £3,000,000

On 29 November 2023

In award winning, city living, Contemporary, Europe, luxury, UK

This unique property is impressive from the moment the electric gates open onto the driveway

Beautiful historic English city? Check. Contemporary award-winning property? Check. Comfortable family home within easy reach of superb schools and travel connections? Check and check!

The distinctive U-shape of the house is echoed beautifully in the garden design

This is bespoke living at its finest: a five bed detached and completely unique property that has won the Daily Telegraph Gold Medal for ‘Future House of the Year’ in 2002 and the RIBA Manser Medal for ‘New Home of the Year’ in 2003. It was designed by local architects Barber Casanovas Ruffles and will wow potential owners with it’s distinctive U shape and modern finish.

Double-height spaces, such as this formal dining area, allow for a wash of light and mezzanines

The house’s unique layout was created to make the most of the views across the south-facing garden and provides many flexible reception spaces as well as five bedrooms and some ingenious storage to work with the unusual shape of the internal area.

Multiple receptions rooms provide a variety of areas for family life, whether entertaining or kicking back with a film

The kitchen area is beautifully designed to be both convenient for the cook and a convivial space for householders to gather to eat or chat. It also extends into a utility area and has a vast wine fridge to ensure there is ample space (and provisions!) when entertaining.

Expect all the best facilities in the stylish kitchen, which is custom-designed to work with the shape of the house

The bedrooms are all generously-sized and bathed in natural light from the multiple windows that draw the outside world in. The master suite has its own dressing area, as well as space for comfortable chairs – ideal for snaffling some peace away from the rest of the family!

A roomy master suite has it’s own bathroom and access to a balcony overlooking the garden

The master bedroom also has access to a private balcony, as do multiple bedrooms, and all have beautiful views over the garden. With equally-spacious rooms, there is much scope to have fun with the internal furnishings to create brighter, quirky bedrooms to suit childrens’ tastes.

All bedrooms are large and flexible in terms of use of space, allowing new owners to make their stamp

The bathrooms that cater to the bedrooms are roomy and elegant, with rain showers and deep tubs to provide multiple options for getting clean. The master suite boasts it’s own bathroom of course, but the family bathrooms shared between the remaining four are impressive.

The bathrooms are elegant in their style and suit a busy household

The house has been generously-proportioned to create lots of space between rooms, along corridors and on mezzanines, which is ideal for a full house and multi-generational living, when groups may prefer their own areas. These space all offer glorious views of the garden to tempt you outside too…

The generous proportion of ‘linking’ areas provide lovely additional spaces

On bright days, there is little reason not to move outside, where various sitting areas have been established alongside the well-tended lawn. As the ground floor has lots of doors that open the spaces straight onto terraces, new owners may find that meals can spill out during the warmer months to make the most of the south-facing garden.

Both private and more communal seating areas can be established in the multiple areas around the house

The location is superb: the house is in the prime west area of Cambridge (off Storey’s Way), just 1 mile from the city centre and 1 mile from the M11 junction. The closest airport is London Stansted (28 miles away) while Cambridge’s train station (2 miles from the house) has regular trains to London (into King’s Cross and Liverpool Street in 1 hour approx.).

Dining al-fresco is easy with direct access from the kitchen to these neat patio areas

In terms of work and school, the house is within easy walking distance of St John’s College School and King’s College School, while most Cambridge University departments have their buildings in close proximity.

There is little not to like about this award-winning, unique family home in a beautiful, historic city

Cambridge is world-renowned for its university, the city filled with glorious historical buildings and winding lanes jammed with independent shops, eateries, cafes and cultural spaces. There are some beautiful walks along the tree-lined River Cam, too. It’s a charming, comfortable and convenient place to raise a family.

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5 bedroom detached house for sale in Fuller Way, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB3 (rightmove.co.uk)

Marketed by Bidwells, Cambridge

Superbly renovated 19th-century police house, York (UK), £1,850,000

On 16 October 2023

In city living, Contemporary, Europe, Historic, UK

Stylish renovations have turned this historic police house into a funky home

Alma House may look like a 19th century Victorian police station (and it was, after all), but step inside and discover something quite extraordinary… The interior of this property has been completed transformed and re-designed, with some internal walls removed and re-built to create a dwelling like no other, artistic yet comfortable and eminently flexible.

Contemporary and chic, the interior spaces are impressive and could suit a range of uses

The history of the building has been artfully memoralised, but the focus is very much on innovation and modernity. Every modern convenience has been stylishly included in what is a chic and sophisticated home in this former lock-up, right in the heart of York.

The commercial kitchen was used for the boutique hotel this building was originally re-modelled for

The internal accommodation covers around 4,000 sq ft and could be used for residential or commercial reasons – or both. It was originally designed to serve as a successful private-house hotel with 3 luxurious suites that delivered up specialist food and wine experiences.

However you use this house, make sure you keep the atmospheric wine cellar!

The space could, however, be easily reverted to serve as a spacious 5-bedroom family home complete with living and dining spaces. The building could also be configured to create a 3-bed home with a separate annex for multi-generational households or as a potential AirBnB let.

The bar could be a welcome addition to your dinner parties

Whatever the new owner chooses to do with this space, it has been exquisitely designed, with all furniture, fixtures and fittings selected for their high-quality and style. There are also already designated cooking, dining, and lounging areas, which provide plenty of space for whatever the next incarnation of this impressive property is to be.

The dining area has access to the courtyard where summer meals can be taken in the balmly air

The bedroom suites currently in place are stylish yet comfortable, providing space for sleeping as well as chairs for lounging. The spaces are lit by multiple windows that retain the original shape to remind the dweller that this building once provided less sparkly accommodation.

The bedroom suites currently in place are beautiful and spacious

Each bedroom has its own bathroom, with each ablutions area completed to the same high standard as the whole house and providing the latest, modern conveniences, showers and baths galore.

Double sinks are a treat for a couple who don’t like to share

The outside space consists of a south-facing walled courtyard area to the rear, while a large driveway provides parking and electric car charging points for up to 3 vehicles.

With its superb location, historic charm and artistic renovation, Alma House could be a truly unique home

Alma House is, all in all, an intriguing and very unique property that will spark ideas in the right mind. What might you make of it…? The location can’t be amended, but you wouldn’t want to: sitting on Alma Terrace, within the Fulford area of York. The city centre can be accessed via a riverside walk, although closer to hand in Fulford are plenty of local amenities. The property can also be easily accessed via the A64 (and the motorway beyond that), while York railway station (15 mins walk) provides connections across the country, with multiple trains each day to London Kings Cross station (journey time of around 2 hours).

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Marketed by Carter Jonas, York

5 bedroom detached house for sale in Alma Terrace, York, North Yorkshire, YO10 (rightmove.co.uk)

4-bed wonder with Poole Harbour views (UK), £7,200,000

On 6 October 2023

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

Optima – the plural of optimum – encapsulates the glorious setting, design and finish of this home

Optima, this elegant four-bed home that fuses local natural elements (such as Portland stone) with high-quality fittings and finishes, is as spectacular as its setting. The house sits in a private enclave on the edge of Poole Harbour, adjoining a nature reserve and golf course.

The vast garden has private, direct access to the nature reserve

Once eyes can be torn away from the glorious grounds and views, the house itself is a masterpiece of contemporary design over three floors. The main living space is on the first floor (there’s a lift, of course), but the entrance space on the ground floor sets the tone, opening up the whole building and awash with light from generous use of glass.

Statement entrance hall provides seating areas and opens up the whole house

The first floor is surely where most time will be spent – this where you can find a palatial open plan kitchen/living/dining room. From this space is access to three separate terraces for when dining and drinking flows out onto the beautifully-finished exterior space (selection made depending on which of the glorious views you’d like to enjoy).

Open-plan, spacious and bright kitchen-dining-living space forms the heart of the house

Despite the distractions of the views, the kitchen area deserves its share of attention: it’s architect-designed and fitted with all the latest and most popular features, like a Quooker instant hot water tap. There is plenty of space for informal meals to be enjoyed right in the action, with a generous breakfast bar and nearby seating areas.

This is a kitchen that makes cooking feel easy and sociable

For those who enjoy their wine, hearts will be lost to the beautiful and eminently practical wine room, two climate controlled fridge units and glass doors to provide public displays of the array. The wine room’s proximity to the dining area allows hosts to usher guests inside to select beverages for the night..

A wine room beside the dining area will delight the oenophile, but may force sharing

For a little more privacy, this floor also has a separate, cosy lounge with access to one of the terraces to allow for multiple parties or groups to spend an evening within without disturbing each other (i.e. the kids can have their friends over too!).

A cosier sitting area provides further options when the house is busy

Climb up to the second floor (or whizz up in the lift) to find four en-suite bedrooms, all of which bathe in natural light from vast windows and provide space and luxury for occupants.

Bedrooms are dominated by light and landscape to create a soothing space for sleep

The master suite gets the ultimate wow factor. It stretches across the back of the property, with full-height windows providing a stunning harbour view and access to a huge terrace.

The master bedroom suite is spectacular, complete with space and sublime views

Add in a dressing room and an exquisite en-suite bathroom to complete a welcoming, spacious, and luxurious area for the main householders. The bathrooms are as elegantly finished as the rooms, with showers and free-standing tubs to cater to all preferences.

Large bathrooms are considerately designed and provide all the latest fixtures

The top floor of the property is perhaps the sensible, convenient space, with a fully fitted laundry utility room and an office space sitting over the stairs to provide a quiet place to concentrate and work. There is another working space on the ground floor, if required.

The stairwell is elegant and bright, immaculately designed

When the work is done, down on the ground floor is surely where householders will congregate to chill. This space has a glamourous indoor pool suite that features a sauna, shower room and glazed doors that open up for the balmy summer days. The pool is, without a doubt, spectacular and well-sized.

Who needs a leisure centre membership when you have your own at home?

There is an additional space down here that could be turned into a gym – ideal for working up a sweat, before a refreshing swim and a sauna session.

The sauna is a popular addition to contemporary houses

The house is a marvel, but then so are the gardens with their perfect blend of formal lawns merging into the wilder natural landscape. There are pathways, spaces of contemplation and a small pond, as well as private access to the nature reserve. The water of Poole Harbour is just a few minutes walk away.

With the proximity to sea and greenery, this magnificent home is a dream for nature lovers and dogwalkers

Optima is located close to world-renowned Sandbanks and within easy reach of high-quality restaurants, yacht clubs and an exclusive golf club. Water sports enthusiasts will love the proximity to Poole Harbour and all the facilities on offer there, while walkers will relish striding along this World Heritage coastline.

Alternatively, just flop on your terrace with a beverage and soak up your glorious home

For getting in and out Bournemouth Airport is just 8 miles away, with more connections available at London Heathrow and Gatwick Airports, both around 85 miles away. Poole train station provide regular connections to London, with a travel time of around 2 hours.

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Marketed by Tailor Made, Sandbanks

4 bedroom detached house for sale in The Drive, Brudenell Avenue, Poole, Dorset, BH13 (rightmove.co.uk)

6-bed stunner in Glasgow (Scotland), £1,750,000

On 14 September 2023

In Contemporary, Europe, luxury, UK

The fairly simple frontage is misleading…wait and see what’s inside..

There can be nothing more satisfying than owning a unique, interesting and impeccably-comfortable home. Ruberslaw, a stunning six-bed villa in Glasgow, could be that impressive property.

This is a lot of house for your money; two houses, in fact!

Originally a 1930s Art Deco style bungalow, this property was drastically remodelled in 2011 by noted British interior designer Keith Hobbs to create two level living in contemporary luxury, optimising the magnificent views. (By the way, Hobbs also worked with George Clooney – a nice conversation starter!)

Clean lines and bright spaces immediately make the house feel like a calm environment

Entry to the house is on the ground floor, which immediately enlarges into the open-plan living space that will become the heart of the house. With a modern and sleek kitchen that opens to a dining space, entertaining will be easy – as will keeping an eye on the children while preparing their meals…

A kitchen so subtle you won’t immediately realise how well equipped it is

This main living space also has a sitting area, and the whole celebrates the glorious location with vast windows, ensuring there is an impressive view as a backdrop to life.

Dining and living spaces hug the full-sized windows to allow for cascades of natural light to coat your activities

There are six bedrooms across the property, but it’s always about the principal bedroom suite – this one comes complete with a dressing room and exquisite bathrooms.

Bedrooms are large and chic, all optimising the landscape and the view

There are, of course, more bathrooms across the property, many of which boast ‘feature’ roll top baths with superlative views towards the Campsie Hills.

The bathtub…with the view..never fails

All the bedrooms are of a good size and can re-purposed as desired, whether to serve as other rooms (a study or studio space?) or to suit the whims of the younger members of the household.

Bedrooms will become blank canvases to personalise as the new owner wishes

There are more living spaces to be found on the lower ground level, once again complete with impressive views and sunlight surging in the vast windows.

Cosier, informal spaces are ideal for family evenings

Down here you can also find a fully-equipped (and light-filled) home gym and shower room for getting in the workout without having to leave your property.

Working-out is far easier when the gym is one level from your bed

A great perk of Ruberslaw is the addition of a sauna, which could be what the tired body needs after a session in the gym..

An elegant sauna is a real asset in this property

In addition to the main building, there is a separate annexe on this site that provides a lovely open-plan space for living and cooking, as well as a bedroom and a bathroom.

This separate house on the same plot is ideal for an elderly parent or independent older child

Finished to the same elegant standards of the main house, this annexe could be ideal for an elderly relative or serve for visitors, depending on needs and preferences.

A terrace stretches the length of the house for ample dining and lounging space

There is a terrace running the length of the property to provide ample opportunities for al-fresco dining or sipping a glass of something while admiring the stunning views over Glasgow.

The views from the lawn are stunning and the simple garden could be a project for the horticulturist

Beyond the terrace, the garden is laid to lawn and hides a neat summerhouse for when a little peace away from the rush of the household is required.

Secure gates and plenty of driveway for parking are at the front of the property

In addition to being exquisite in its own right, Ruberslaw also offers life in one of the best residential areas (Higher Whitecraigs) in Glasgow’s Southside, 9 miles from the city centre. The area has golf and other sports facilities and is within reach of several very good schools, including Belmont School and St Aloysius’ College.

The house is close to the motorway M77 for links to to the central belt of Scotland and to Ayrshire. Whitecraigs has a railway station, providing links into central Glasgow from where trains can be caught further afield. Glasgow airport is 20 minutes drive away.

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Marketed by Savills, Glasgow

6 bedroom detached house for sale in Ruberslaw, 5 Elphinstone Road, Giffnock, Glasgow, G46 (rightmove.co.uk)

Unique contemporary 7-bed, Oxfordshire (UK), £4,850,000

On 28 August 2023

In Contemporary, Large grounds, Nature, UK

This unique and eye-catching property, Far End, is nestled in the Oxfordshire Cotswolds in the village of Kingham. Not for nothing is this an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

Far End itself is also a thing of beauty, with the oak-clad building providing a vibrant alternative to locally-used Cotswolds stone yet blending seamlessly into the countryside that surrounds this property.

Contemporary property in a glorious rural setting

Approach the house via a long gravel driveway that leads to a large parking space. If you’re into fun trivia, you’ll like the fact that this property is insulated with sheep’s wool, giving it an energy efficiency rating of A! The exterior may be subtle but the interiors are bolder, with bright spaces and large windows chiming with the design to make the space feel museumesque in places.

There is grandeur in the impressive simplicity of the layout

Accommodation is spread across four floors, with the hub of the shared living spaces being the kitchen and breakfast room, that rolls into a living and dining space.

So many windows will make you feel every meal is taken al-fresco

The elegant Bulthaup kitchen is equipped to perfection with a large stainless steel preparation island and dining area that basks in the surroundings courtesy of floor-to-ceiling windows allowing the greenery to almost seep indoors.

Spacious living spaces are multiple in number to suit a mixed-aged household

The other end of this large open-plan space has a sitting area complete with a built-in log burner and a heat-retaining stone wall to help keep the property warm during the cooler months.

The mixture of open-plan rooms with cosier areas is a comfortable blend

The lower ground floor provides an additional space that can easily be adapted to suit the new owners’ preferences. This space is currently a media room with a drop-down screen and space for a built-in projector, storage rooms, an exercise room and shower. The space could also be turned into a studio or a study, or even a staff apartment depending on need.

Elegant bedrooms boast superb views, many of which have access to terraces

Floors one and two are where five of the seven bedrooms can be found, including the luxurious master bedroom suite that includes a dressing area and an adjacent balcony for soaking in the serenity of the landscape.

Everyone loves a modern standalone tub!

There are bathrooms a-plenty to fulfil the needs of a full house, with both baths and showers available in the sleek modern amenities.

The guest cottage could be rented out or suit an elderly relative

In addition to the main house is a guest cottage which comprises of a reception hall, sitting room and well-appointed kitchen/breakfast room. The fully fitted kitchen, adorned with marble work surfaces and a double Belfast sink, is no poor relation to the main house and the space boasts charming views over the grounds and beyond.

Wood-burning stove helps to keep rooms cosy, in addition to the sheep’s wool insulation

On the first floor of the cottage are two spacious bedrooms and a bathroom – ideal for visitors or even an elderly parent – and the whole separate structure is finished in the same chic style as the main house and gains from lovely terraces for al-fresco dining.

Terraces surround both the main house and the cottage to provide outdoor dining options

The gardens (this is a 3 acre site) have been artfully landscaped to absorb the the existing mature trees but add in lawns and pockets of wildflowers. The grounds also contain an orchard, a potting shed and greenhouse, all of which have signs of life already and so ready for a keen gardener to take over.

A sauna on the swimming pond – how Scandi is that?

There is also a natural swimming pond sitting alongside a standalone wood-fired sauna – could there be a better way to start or end the day enmeshed in nature on your own property?

The children’s play area is a real bonus for a young family

To complete the well-rounded exterior package is a level grass area (ideal for croquet or to add a tennis court?) while a playground and a trampoline provide endless entertainment for the smaller people of the household.

It’s a house you’ll be proud to call home

Far End is within the village of Kingham on the Gloucestershire/Oxfordshire border. There is a primary school, two popular gastro pubs (The Kingham Plough and The Wild Rabbit) and a hotel in the village, alongside amenities such as a post office and shop. Further afield, parents will find an array of excellent private and state schools (including Kitebrook in Moreton-in-Marsh, Cheltenham College, Cheltenham Ladies College, Oxford schools, the Cotswold School in Bourton-on-the-Water, and Burford School)

It may be time to hire a gardener..

It is easy to access the national motorway network via the A40 or A44 and Kingham’s mainline railway station provide trains to Oxford, London Paddington, and Worcester. The closest airports for travelling further afield are at Birmingham (47 miles), Heathrow (70 miles), and Bristol (76 miles).

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Marketed by Savills, Stow-On-The-Wold

7 bedroom detached house for sale in West End, Kingham, Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire, OX7 (rightmove.co.uk)

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