Property that’s really… hot
Monday, October 4th, 2010I’m not sure anyone was very ready for the nippy weather earlier this month, were they? And if I’m honest, I was holding out for an Indian Summer, which happily then arrived. But it won’t last long, will it. So here are some hot properties with log fires, so you can cosy up with a good book and a cuppa. I’m pretty sure that if I was looking for my ideal home, a real fireplace would be high up on my list of priorities. Not luxuries, you understand.
Weybridge, Surrey
Now this place is a belter. Just look at that driveway. Is there anything more grand than a tree lined driveway? I can’t think of anything (OK, a port-cullis maybe, but good luck finding one of those in the home counties). And this house is just as impressive on the inside as well. You’d hope so, as it’s just shy of £10 million. It’s classical in design, and really rather stylish and modern. You’ve got everything from a swimming pool to a sauna, and the fireplace is rather strangely outdoors. Now that’s impressive. Certainly much prettier than one of those patio heaters anyway.
Herbert Crescent, London
I like the idea of saying that my local corner shop is Harrods. Wouldn’t that be exciting? I’d actually need £18,000,000 first though, but that would bag me seven bedrooms in this gorgeous mock Tudor property. Vast open spaces, amazing features and beautiful natural light. And of course, the all important fireplace. Nice swimming pool too, should you get bored of toasty toes and fancy a swim. This is a lovely house.
Middleton, Manchester
The interesting thing about this Lancashire property is the plot of land that comes with it. Giving you amazing panoramic views and a little bit of privacy as well. There are lovely raised gardens and the property has six bedrooms. You get views onto the golf club behind you and this property will set you back just over £700,000.
What would be on your list of priorities in your ideal home? Swimming pool? Library? Tell us in the comments.






































