Fantasy House Hunt: Artistic Properties for Sale Across England
For those seeking a home that sparks creativity and artistic expression, England offers a diverse range of unique properties currently on the market. From historic townhouses in London to contemporary eco-homes in the countryside, these residences provide the perfect backdrop for artists and art enthusiasts alike.
Chelsea, London: An Italian-Style Townhouse
From the 1850s to the mid-20th century, Chelsea was widely regarded as London's artistic quarter. This Italian-style property in Redcliffe Square, located within the Boltons conservation area near Brompton Road, continues this legacy with its pale yellow facade and tall townhouse design. Built around a central courtyard, the home spans three floors and features lavish decorative elements.
The living room boasts a Louis XV-style fireplace that serves as a work of art in itself, complemented by tall arched windows and panelled walls that act as frames for photographs and paintings. With three bedrooms, this property offers both historical charm and artistic inspiration. The asking price is £1.65 million.
Bridport, Dorset: A Georgian Gallery House
This market town in Dorset provides an ideal setting for those who prefer to be off the beaten track while still enjoying a vibrant cultural scene. The area is home to Artwave West contemporary art gallery, Bridport Arts Centre, and the Electric Palace cinema.
At the heart of the town centre stands a brightly decorated Grade II-listed Georgian house where every room functions as its own gallery. The mint green sitting room particularly showcases this concept with all available hanging space utilised to display artwork. The property includes an artist's studio at the bottom of the garden, complete with its own water and electricity supply and a decked terrace. This unique home is priced at £645,000.
Hackney, London: A Converted Victorian School
Just a few streets away from the green expanse of Victoria Park, this property occupies a Victorian school building that was converted into apartments in the late 1990s. Originally opened in 1902, the school offered advanced education with dedicated science, art, and gym facilities.
The conversion has preserved many original features including deep sash windows, white brick walls, and high ceilings that create a light-filled space. The double-height living room, with an adjacent kitchen, is overlooked by a mezzanine sleeping area accessed via a dramatic spiral staircase. Homerton Overground station is less than ten minutes' walk away. The asking price is £795,000.
Calne, Wiltshire: An Eco-Conscious Modern Home
Orchard House in Calne was designed in 2011 with strong environmental credentials, featuring a timber frame, sedum planted roof, air source heat pump, rainwater harvesting system, and walls insulated with sheep's wool. The double-height living room is surrounded by floor-to-ceiling glazed panels that look out onto a planted courtyard.
Both the interior space and the peaceful garden make this property perfect for a budding artist. The surrounding landscape provides additional inspiration, with Calne perched on the edge of the North Wessex Downs. This eco-friendly home is available for £750,000.
Littlestone, Kent: A Waterfront Artist's Home
Currently owned by artists, this waterfront property in Littlestone pays homage to its coastal surroundings with a blue-painted staircase and seaside shrubbery in the garden that imitates the rugged shoreline. A timber walkway leads from the front gate to the entrance.
The lower ground floor contains two bedrooms, a studio, and a cinema room, while the ground floor features a triple-aspect sitting room and an open-plan kitchen with a dining area in a bay window offering views of the English Channel. Upstairs are three additional bedrooms. The property is situated near inspiring landmarks including an Edwardian water tower. The asking price is £950,000.
These properties represent just a selection of the artistic homes available across England, each offering unique features that cater to creative lifestyles while providing comfortable living spaces in diverse locations.
