In the journey of family life, there comes a time when you realise that your current home no longer meets the growing needs of your family. Whether it's the need for more bedrooms, a larger garden, or simply more space to breathe, upsizing becomes a necessary and exciting next step. Here are six ideal family homes that offer the perfect combination of space, comfort, and functionality.
1. Virginia Water, Surrey
This stunning, gated five-bedroom detached residence on Knowle Grove in Virginia Water opens onto a spacious entrance hall leading to impressive reception rooms. The open-plan kitchen/dining room flows into a conservatory with French doors opening to a south-facing garden. The ground floor includes a double aspect sitting room with a fireplace, a third reception room, utility room, guest cloakroom, and access to the integrated garage. Upstairs, four large double bedrooms feature fitted wardrobes, with the principal bedroom offering an en-suite bathroom and Juliet balcony. A fifth bedroom with an en-suite shower room is located on the second floor. Additional features include underfloor heating, air conditioning, and ample driveway parking. Conveniently located near local amenities, transportation, and prestigious leisure facilities, this home offers exceptional living in a desirable area with renowned schools. This home is available for sale with Winkworth Sunningdale 01344 291639 for £1,685,000.
2. Fulham, London
This beautiful six-bedroom Victorian townhouse on Finlay Street, situated in the desirable ‘Alphabet Streets,’ has been fully renovated to the highest specifications. Spanning 3,520 sq. ft. over four well designed floors, it offers perfect accommodation for a growing family. The ground floor features a high-ceilinged reception room with wooden floors, a fireplace with a wood burner, and an open-plan kitchen/diner with modern appliances and bi-fold doors leading to a landscaped garden. The lower ground floor includes a large media room, a double bedroom with an en-suite shower, and a utility room. The first floor hosts the master bedroom with a walk-in wardrobe and en-suite bathroom, plus another double bedroom and bathroom. The second floor has three more bedrooms and a shower room. Located in the quiet ‘Alphabet Streets’ within the Bishops Park conservation area, this home offers excellent transport links via Hammersmith Broadway and Putney Bridge, as well as easy access to Bishops Park and the River Thames. This home is for sale with Winkworth Fulham & Parsons Green 020 7731 3388 for £3,500,000.
3. Faversham, Kent
This charming and unique 1920s detached family home in a popular residential area of Faversham offers a rare opportunity to own a stylish and comfortable property on a large, secluded plot. Located on Preston Avenue, it is conveniently close to Faversham Town Centre, road links, and mainline train stations to London. The property features an impressive open-plan kitchen-living-dining area, a separate living room, five bedrooms (including a spacious main bedroom with en-suite), and a family bathroom. Outside, the third-acre plot includes mature gardens, a kitchen garden, a garden office, and ample parking. Faversham’s historic market town charm, excellent schools, and vibrant amenities make this home ideal for family living. This home is for sale with Winkworth Canterbury 01227 456645 for £895,000.
4. Dartmouth, Devon
South Hillside offers a beautifully refurbished home, set in a prime location with breathtaking views. Featuring an entrance hall, cloakroom, bright kitchen with handmade oak units and top-tier appliances, utility room, and an open-plan dining room with a wood burner, it connects to the formal sitting room and a sun lounge with panoramic vistas. The principal bedroom includes a Juliet balcony, en-suite, and dressing room, while additional bedrooms provide ample space. Outside, enjoy a garage with solar panels, workshop, patios, raised vegetable plots, greenhouse, and off-road parking, with direct access to The Southwest Coastal Path for those who love taking walks with stunning sea and countryside views. This home is currently for sale with Winkworth Dartmouth 01803 832288 for £1,199,000.
5. Maida Vale, London
Introducing a stunning six-bedroom, 3,090 sq. ft. detached Mock Tudor house, this freehold property is flooded with natural light and located in a desirable private close with electric gates, a garage, and parking. The raised ground floor features a large entrance hall leading to a grand reception and dining room with high ceilings, double doors opening onto a south-facing mature private garden, and a separate kitchen/breakfast room. A grand staircase leads to the first floor with three large bedrooms, two en suites, and a separate shower room. The third floor includes three double bedrooms, a bathroom, and a large utility room. Vale Close is ideally situated near the boutique shops and cafes on Clifton Road, Regent's Canal, and Warwick Avenue Underground station. This home is currently for sale with Winkworth Maida Vale 020 7289 1692 for £6,250,000.
6. Alton, Hampshire
This stunning 3,500 sq. ft. country home in the picturesque village of Medstead offers luxury open-plan living within 8.1 acres of beautiful grounds. The family home features exceptional equestrian facilities, including a stable block with four stables and tack room, a menage, a lunge pen, and fenced paddocks. The ground floor comprises a spacious hallway, large sitting room with fireplace, snug/family room, an impressive kitchen/breakfast room, and a stunning oak-framed orangery. Additional amenities include a utility room, boot room, integral double garage, and a home office. The first floor boasts five double bedrooms, with the principal suite offering a balcony, en-suite bathroom, and dressing room. Outside, the landscaped grounds include a paved terrace, three field shelters, and a sand and rubber riding school. Medstead provides a range of local amenities and is surrounded by accessible countryside and nearby historic market towns with excellent facilities and transport links. This home is for sale with Winkworth Farnham 01252 733042 for £1,600,000.
