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Take 5 | Homes made for impressive Christmas decorations

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Each year, as the festive season approaches, decorating the home becomes ever more creative. From hands-on DIY projects to the excitement of purchasing new additions annually, bringing your home to life gives December an extra sense of charm. However, there are homes that stand out when it comes to Christmas décor, with some properties boasting hallways, drawing rooms and dining rooms that feel as though they were made for festive decorations. We’ve selected five standout examples - from a country home in Kent, to a historic apartment in central London with a contemporary edge - each with space we can imagine a future owner will make magical year after year.

Finglesham Grange

Deal, Kent

Standing proud within the rolling countryside, close to the Kent coast, Finglesham Grange is an enchanting country house with period features dating back to the 17th century. Every corner of the home lends itself to creating a spectacular Christmas setting, but it’s the show-stopping reception hall and galleried staircase that creates the most atmosphere - where a large Christmas tree would fit perfectly.

St Leonards Park House

Horsham, West Sussex

This wing of a Georgian country house in West Sussex is equally impressive while offering a more manageable portion of a traditional country home. With period detailing, sash windows and a striking sweeping staircase, the house carries plenty of grandeur. The main entrance hall and the front of the building alone give a glimpse of just how magical it could feel during the Christmas season.

Pepys House

Southwark, London

With London becoming even more alive in the run up to Christmas, this Victorian townhouse couldn’t be better placed, within walking distance of Borough Market, St Paul’s Cathedral and the Globe - the capital’s festive atmosphere is very much on its doorstep. The home is just as special inside, with vaulted rooms featuring exposed beams that could be elevated even more with Christmas décor.

Tewin Water House

Welwyn, Hertfordshire

Originally constructed in 1689 for Squire John Fleet and later used as a school, this house continues to impress today. Beyond its six bedrooms, the reception rooms really speak for themselves - from the dining room for a glamorous Christmas dinner to the drawing room for post supper drinks - each space would come alive even more during the Christmas season.

Drayton Gardens

Chelsea, London

With soaring ceiling heights, arched doorways and fireplaces in every room, this apartment on Drayton Gardens has the feel of a country home despite its prime Chelsea location. Hosting here would be spectacular, with an entrance hall leading to two reception rooms that would create a stunning backdrop for opening presents on Christmas morning.