From vineyards and tennis courts, to heated pools and huge cinema rooms, the UK’s most expensive properties benefit from perks that the majority of us could only dream of, but where exactly are the priciest properties on sale in the UK currently located?
Using its new Lustworthy Listings explorer, an online tool that lets users input any postcode in order to discover the most expensive properties for sale in the area, the mortgage experts at money.co.uk have pulled together a list of the costliest abodes currently available to purchase.
1.London – 8-bed terraced townhouse: £77,500,000
Sitting on Belgrave Square, the stunningly decadent eight-bed terraced townhouse boasts scenic views from its balcony and roof terrace, and is currently the most expensive publicly listed home for sale on the UK market. In order to enjoy the outdoor surroundings, residents have the option of either accessing the exclusive Belgrave Square Gardens or using their own private garden to relax in.
With on-street parking (gold dust in Central London), residents can even pull right up to the door of their property after a long day taking in the beauty of the UK capital.
Nearby:
- Knightsbridge is a short stroll away, where residents can treat themselves to such high-end eating establishments as Zuma London and the Harrods Tea Room.
- The bustling Sloane Street is also a stone’s throw away, lined with luxury boutiques and exclusive shopping stores.
- Buckingham Palace is just a four-minute drive away if the lucky owners ever feel like leaving the luxury of their £77m home and visiting one worth a staggering £4.9 billion.
Mortgage deposit: £7,750,000
Monthly repayments: £231,055
2.Leeds – 8-bed Grade II country house: £3,500,000
This recently renovated Grade II listed Georgian country house combines unique period features – which date back to 1750 – with modern technology and interiors. Nestled away privately on Scotland Lane, Horsforth, its long driveway leads up to the estate through the immaculate private grounds that are just under seven acres.
Designed for entertaining and hosting, the house boasts a cinema room, wine cellar, gym, large car garage and an annexe/guest wing for visiting friends and family. But unless you’re invited in or can afford the hefty £3.5 million price tag, this is the closest you’ll get to seeing it, as it’s safely guarded by an electronic gate system and state of the art security cameras.
Nearby:
- The town of Horsforth has a variety of bars and restaurants to explore and caters to all tastes, from independent Greek tavernas to Italian trattorias.
- Leeds City Centre is only five miles away, where you can visit Trinity Shopping Centre.
- The Yorkshire Dales are also close by for long walks out in the fresh air to get back to nature.
- For international travellers and jetsetters, there is also the benefit of Leeds Bradford Airport being located a two-minute drive away from the house.
Mortgage deposit: £350,000
Monthly repayments: £10,434
3.Nottingham- 8-bed architect-designed house: £2,950,000
This unique, architect-designed house is another one of the most expensive properties in the UK. It lies on the highly sought after location of Melton Road, Edwalton, and combines privacy with the convenience of being close to West Bridgford. The four-floor property features a grand reception room, leisure facilities, eight bedrooms, including guest accommodation on the second floor with a large bedroom, en suite and an open plan living/dining/kitchen. The wrap-around balcony encasing the property measures over 1,200 sq ft in length, and makes the perfect setting for relaxing and taking in views of the sunset.
Unsurprisingly, the home comes equipped with a variety of high tech perks. As well as a video entry gate system and CCTV to keep residents safer, there are also remote-activated blinds, an air handling/recovery system, and a Sonos Sound System to provide musical entertainment across every room.
Nearby:
- The City Ground, home to the Nottingham Forest Football Club since 1898, is just 7.3 miles away. Also nearby is the world-famous cricketing landmark Trent Bridge, built in 1838 and the third oldest Test ground in the world.
- West Bridgford has plenty of quality restaurants to choose from, with delicious tapas at Escabeche and gastropub The Tailors Arms among the most popular.
- Nottingham City Centre and its wealth of shops, bars and restaurants is also located just 8.7 miles from the home.
Mortgage deposit: £295,000
Monthly repayments: £8,795