Spectacular homes with spectacular owners

By Abode Insurance

Historic brick mansion with a flag atop a turret, surrounded by a large green lawn and autumn trees, set against a forested backdrop.

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Listed properties are known for their historical interest, beauty, and character – so it comes as no surprise that they’re a popular choice for celebrities to call their home. Keep reading for a little insight into just three of the most breath-taking properties owned by some familiar faces – either now or in the past.

Davina McCall

Davina McCall’s £6.25 million mansion boasts six bedrooms, a swimming pool, tennis court, and its own private access to the local train station. This is a grade II listed building with the oldest parts dating to the 17^th century. However, the front façade of the building was an 18th-century addition.

There are a number of outbuildings around the 38 acres of private land, including a little summerhouse.

This property was put back on the market in 2022 following Davina’s split from her husband.

Mick Jagger

Stargroves near Newbury, Berkshire (also known as Stargrove House), was a recording venue for the Rolling Stones and various other rock bands in the 1970s. Mick Jagger purchased the estate in 1970 for £55,000 and later sold it in 1979 for £200,000. By 2012, the property was sold for more than £15 million to a member of the American Sackler family.

In the early 1840s Stargrove House was destroyed by a fire and a new manor house was built around 1848, designed in an ornate, Victorian Gothic style.

The property is Grade II listed and is recognised for its architectural features such as castellations, corner turrets and Tudor revival windows.

Winston Churchill

Grade I listed Chartwell House in Kent was Winston Churchill’s family home up until his death in January 1965.

The property is now owned by the National Trust and enjoys a number of features including a rose garden designed by Lady Churchill, a walled garden, a woodland, and a studio that displays a collection of Sir Churchill’s paintings. The garden front has immense views over the Weald of Kent.

The estate dates back to the 14th century; in 1382, the property then called Well-street was owned by William-at-Well. Between 1922 and 1924, the property was rebuilt and extended by architect Philip Tilden.

Chartwell is open to the public – visit Chartwell | Kent | National Trust for more information.

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