The new Kenneth Branagh film Cinderella will be gracing our screens at the end of March. After the success of Thor (2011), Disney’s live-action fairytale will certainly have some big glass slippers to fill.
Put on your airs and graces for this one – we’re looking at properties fit for a princess.
This first property is perfect for people who love to throw lavish parties. Prestigiously located on The Bishops Avenue, ‘Stratheden’ has an impressive, beautifully designed ballroom measuring around 3000 sq. ft. and a champagne bar to impress guests. The master bedroom is fitted with two en-suite dressing rooms, his and hers en-suite bathroom, plus six further bedrooms, all en-suite. The list of luxury extras includes a spa and hair salon, large gym, swimming pool, sauna and steam room, jacuzzi and cinema. The property also has a double garage and off street parking for multiple cars.
https://www.onthemarket.com/details/621798/ (£108,333pcm, £25,000 pw, Aston Chase, Regent’s Park)
Set on four acres of land, this property of palatial size would be fit for not just one but several princesses. Spreading over 22,000 sq.ft, ‘Windlesham’ Court has eight bedrooms, five reception rooms and nine bathrooms. With a lift giving access to three of the four floors and indulgent facilities such as a wine cellar, spa, sauna, gym, indoor pool, cinema and games room, this mansion is for those who enjoy the finer things in life. https://www.onthemarket.com/details/629241/ (£24,500,000 Knight Frank, Country Houses Department)
The next property is for the more enterprising types. ‘Killean’ extends over 2,000 acres and over the past seven years has been transformed into a residence with a portfolio of houses and cottages, livestock enterprise with 353 acres of commercial forestry. The house is a Category A Listed Baronial style mansion but refitted and refurbished to make it a comfortable and luxurious home, with 10 bedrooms, a library and games room. It even has a turret or two. https://www.onthemarket.com/details/1162940/ (£5,500,000 Savills, Edinburgh)
The Penninghame House Estate, nestled in woodland next to the River Cree in South West Scotland, would make an enchanting abode for anyone. This part of Scotland is well known for its mild climate, which is lucky as there are several beautiful beaches nearby. Comprising of 13 bedrooms, 10 bathrooms, five reception rooms and a magnificent 12-person dining room, this period mansion with its regal-like character isn’t all it seems, as hidden away on the ground floor is a fully equipped gym. https://www.onthemarket.com/details/629289/ (£2,620,000 Knight Frank, Edinburgh)
The Manor House offers a stunning example of Neoclassical early 19th century architecture, which has been lovingly restored to the highest specifications. The Grade II Listed property offers six reception rooms, seven substantial double bedrooms, four en-suite shower/bathrooms, two generous family bathrooms, an extensive first floor balcony, beautiful south facing landscaped formal gardens and a detached quadruple garage. Internally the property also offers a huge basement providing a home cinema, bar with access to a wine store and good size games room. Set within a secure and exclusive, private, gated development it has easy access to major road links and mainline rail routes into central London. https://www.onthemarket.com/details/804391/ (£1,695,000 Beresfords, Country Homes)
