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HOMES WITH GUEST HOUSES

WHETHER IT’S A SUMMER HOUSE OR SELF-CONTAINED ANNEX, THESE STUNNING FOR-SALE PROPERTIES ALL HAVE GUEST ACCOMMODATION – GREAT NEWS IF YOU HAVE FAMILY VISITING OR LIVE-IN STAFF

HUNTERS LODGE, BELSIZE PARK

This magnificent Georgian mansion has an extremely rich history – although it was built in Gothic-revival style in 1810-1812, its origins date back to 1496 when Belsize House occupied the site. It housed the Dean of Westminster and Spencer Perceval, who became Prime Minister in 1809. In 1808 it was purchased and demolished by a wealthy City merchant, and Hunters Lodge was commissioned. Just over a decade ago, the current owners started a major refurbishment of the mansion, including a new build extension, the creation of a basement leisure floor and the restoration of the mews guest cottage.

AVENUE LODGE, HAM COMMON, TW10

Avenue Lodge in Richmond is a Grade II-listed building built in 1734. Entering through timber gates, the property’s white rendered facade and regimented fenestration is revealed – all set within a walled plot of just under an acre, which is also home to a tennis court and indoor pool. The period integrity extends inside, with a gorgeous fireplace and staircase. Particularly noteworthy is this Georgian gem’s lateral configuration – it is rare to find a property of more than 8,000 sq ft arranged over two levels. Also within the curtilage of Avenue Lodge is Avenue Cottage, a charming Dutch-gabled cottage built in 1679.

£7,750,000, savills.com

THE STABLES, BEVERLEY LANE, KT2

This mansion wouldn’t look out of place in the wilds of Yorkshire, but is in fact nestled on a private plot in Kingston’s Coombe Hill. Despite a traditional appearance, The Stables, which covers a vast 10,067 sq ft, is a recent build with modern design. Five bedrooms reside on the first floor (the principal bedroom is particularly special, featuring a grand octagonal bathroom with a vaulted ceiling), and a basement boasts a cinema, bar, gym and steam room/sauna. The thatched stables, distinct from the main house, have been converted into three one- and two-bedroom flats.