To this month’s ridiculously decadent pick of beautiful properties which feature every inner child’s must-have home accessory - a swimming pool.
Oak Hall, Wilmslow
Nothing says 'Damn it all, I'm going to enjoy life' quite like the impractical extravagance of a swimming pool. Indoor? Outdoor? Who cares? Either way it's going to cost you a fortune to maintain it. But, so what? At-home pools are never the sensible option. They're the carefree, carpe diem option; the fantasy fulfilled. Tough day at work? Go home, pour yourself a drink and take a little dip in the relaxingly warm waters of your own swimming pool. Doing just that at the glorious Oak Hall, a fabulous modern country pile just outside Wilmslow, is particularly straightforward given there's a seating area and bar next to your pool and eight-person Jacuzzi (not to mention the steam room). The behemoth chandelier, spa-style waterfall feature and mood lighting - we like to think of the above as 'party pink' - take it to the next level. It's all in keeping with the rest of Oak Hall of course, which also comprises a light and luxurious Clive Christian kitchen, five ensuite bedrooms including a master suite with his-and-hers dressing rooms, and a lake which is overlooked by a cabin-style summer house. Perhaps the lake can function as your wild swimming option if that's what you're into. We'll stick to sipping champagne in the Jacuzzi, thanks.
Price: £4.5m
Contact: Jackson-Stops Alderley Edge, 01625 540 340, jackson-stops.co.uk
Birtles Hall Farm, Over Alderley
Alongside your outdoor heated swimming pool, which has plenty of space to sparkle thanks to the surrounding 7.5 acres of land, you also have a tennis court, an orchard, perfectly manicured lawns and an extra three-bedroom cottage, should you fancy a convenient bolthole when life in the main five-bedroomed house becomes too much. Although should the daily grind ever get to you, a few lengths in your alfresco pool should see you right.
Price: £2.98m
Contact: Savills, 01625 417 454 savills.co.uk
Overdale, Prestbury
You'll never need to go to a spa again. Your ever-so-sleek, slightly sexy indoor pool is sandwiched between a stunning outside terrace area and mezzanine gym. This contemporary luxe vibe continues throughout this stunning seven-bedroom home, notably in the giant master suite which comes with luxury ensuite and dressing room as well as a generous balcony from which to soak up the stunning country views after your morning dip.
Price: £3.95m
Contact: Gascoigne Halman, 01625 827467 gascoignehalman.co.uk
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