Andrea Dean

London

Property, lifestyle & interiors journalist. Writes for Metro & others. Partial to good food, heels & sash windows. Avoids queues & form filling.

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Articles

10 sporting homes with outdoor courts

1 day ago | aol.co.uk | Andrea Dean

If the good weather and anticipation of tennis at Wimbledon makes you want to get outside and start practicing your serve, finding a home with its own sports facilities will help you raise your game. All these ace properties come with tennis or other types of outdoor courts, enabling you to keep fit while having fun in the sun. 1.
8 homes with film and TV links

1 week ago | aol.co.uk | Andrea Dean

The ultimate home for any movie and TV buff surely has to be one associated with their favourite film or show. So why not boost your bragging rights by snapping up a property that's been featured on screen or previously owned by a leading actor or director? Make your selection from these swanky abodes. 1. Edinburgh, offers over £250,000Netflix's (NFLX) current mega-hit Dept Q was shot mainly in the Scottish capital, at a variety of locations including Cockburn Street in the heart of Old Town.
9 scenic homes set in national parks

2 weeks ago | ca.finance.yahoo.com | Andrea Dean

Living in any of Britain's 15 national parks comes at a premium. Nationwide (NBS.L) has found that homes in these locations typically cost 25% more than similar properties elsewhere and that those within three miles of their borders are seven% more expensive. But with benefits including magnificent landscapes, wonderful views, dark skies and outdoor activities and wildlife on the doorstep, you may feel that paying extra is well worth it.
11 homes with spectacular swimming pools

3 weeks ago | aol.co.uk | Andrea Dean

If you love nothing better than a relaxing swim, why wait until you go on holiday? You could take the plunge and move to a home with its own indoor or outdoor pool, where you’ll be able to take a dip as often as you want. We’ve dived into the latest listings and found a selection that might inspire you to splash out. 1.
10 property conversions that will grab your attention

4 weeks ago | aol.co.uk | Andrea Dean

Many of us prefer conversions to purpose-built homes, but have you ever wondered why we have such affection for them? "As our world feels increasingly homogenised, people are increasingly drawn to homes that are one-of-a-kind. Converted properties hold particular appeal because they offer something unique, with a level of character and backstory that you simply can’t create from scratch," explains Sarah Douglas, managing director at Marchand Petit.
9 apartments with impressive outside space

1 month ago | aol.co.uk | Andrea Dean

Gardens will be taking centre stage when the RHS Chelsea Flower show opens next week, but you don’t have to live in a house — or be blessed with green fingers — to benefit from outside space of your own. Many apartment developments and conversions come with balconies, patios or private gardens and some incorporate shared areas such as roof terraces or landscaped grounds that you can enjoy without the hassle of watering, weeding or mowing them yourself.
9 apartments with impressive outside space

1 month ago | sg.finance.yahoo.com | Andrea Dean

Fri, 16 May 2025 at 12:00 am GMT-5 5 min read In this article: This terrace in York looks out over the rooftops. Photo: Jackson-Stops Gardens will be taking centre stage when the RHS Chelsea Flower show opens next week, but you don’t have to live in a house — or be blessed with green fingers — to benefit from outside space of your own.
9 Edwardian homes that offer plenty of space

1 month ago | aol.co.uk | Andrea Dean

The Edwardian era only lasted from 1901 to the start of the First World War in 1914 but coincided with a boom in housebuilding. Homes from this period are typically bigger and brighter than their Victorian predecessors, with fewer but larger rooms, wider hallways and good-sized gardens, making them ideal for families. They are often set back from the road, and may incorporate stained glass windows, mock-Tudor beams, panelling and other decorative details. Here's our pick of the best on the market.
9 impressive Edwardian homes that offer tons of space

1 month ago | sg.finance.yahoo.com | Andrea Dean

Thu, 8 May 2025 at 10:00 pm GMT-7 5 min read In this article: This substantial house near Dorking in Surrey is for sale through Jackson-Stops. Photo: DLMPhotography The Edwardian era only lasted from 1901 to the start of the First World War in 1914 but coincided with a boom in housebuilding. Homes from this period are typically bigger and brighter than their Victorian predecessors, with fewer but larger rooms, wider hallways and good-sized gardens, making them ideal for families.
8 intriguing homes with links to World War Two

1 month ago | yahoo.com | Andrea Dean

Many surviving buildings and sites that had important roles or were occupied by key people during the Second World War have been restored, repurposed or redeveloped into housing. From former military bases and hospitals to a politician's retreat, all these homes serve as reminders of our wartime past. 1. Royal Haslar, Gosport, Hampshire, from £220,000Several hundred homes are being created here.