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Andermatt: a new rival to St Moritz?
This Swiss ski town is one of the world’s most coveted resorts, with year-round culture, fine dining and outdoor pursuits – plus a unique exemption from Switzerland’s restriction on foreign property ownership
Why Yorkshire is the coolest region in England
The county’s ruggedly beautiful landscapes and handsome country manors play a starring role in the new film version of Wuthering Heights – and its fabulous restaurants and vibrant arts scene are creating just as much buzz
House style: Lucinda Chambers
The former fashion director at Vogue and co-founder of the inspirational shopping platform Collagerie lives in west London. Here, she reveals her design influences and ethos
The Microhood: De Beauvoir Town
This peaceful neighbourhood in bustling east London has elegant historic houses, lively pubs and a laid-back village feel
The finest eco resorts in the Algarve
The latest luxury developments in southern Portugal combine energy efficiency and sustainability, from passive cooling systems and smart water reuse, to ancient rammed-earth techniques
The Microhood: Richmond
With its royal and rock'n'roll connections, glorious green spaces, excellent shopping and riverside dining, Richmond offers an idyllic blend of town and country
Why international buyers want supersized sports facilities
From padel courts to saunas, private golf courses to training pools, an emphasis on fitness and wellbeing is now a key factor when purchasing property abroad
The independent super-schools shaking up London’s property market
A changing educational landscape is redrawing the map with families keen to live close to the latest openings – including Alleyn’s in Hampstead and Thomas’s in Richmond
House style: Brian Woulfe
The renowned interior designer on crafting soulful spaces, the lessons he learnt from Asia, and his love of a high-end antiques market
How to commission your own home fragrance
Think you’ve finished your design scheme? Think again. No high-end interior is complete without a bespoke scent to match
A garden that works every month of the year
Renowned designer Dan Pearson is revolutionising how we think of our gardening seasons. With imaginative planting, we can enjoy an ever-changing landscape of striking visual interest
THE HEALTH BENEFITS OF COLD-WATER SWIMMING
Taking a chilly plunge can boost energy, improve your metabolism and sharpen clarity and focus – while simply living near a river or the sea can have a positive impact, too
The best ski chalets to rent for the winter season
The joys of the slopes – and the option to work remotely with a mountain view – are drawing many to the majesty of the French and Swiss Alps
The best contemporary garden sculptures
Our increasingly versatile green spaces in both town and country locations are ideal for showcasing exceptional large-scale pieces in stone and steel
Where to downsize in England – in style
More and more homeowners are swapping the longstanding family house for a new property in a picturesque town – with Bath, Winchester and Tunbridge Wells offering the best of buzzy urban life
The Great Wealth Transfer: the shift of assets to the youth
About $85 trillion will transfer within the next 25 years from baby boomers to their millennial and Gen Z inheritors. But what will the younger generations want from their property choices?
The finest design for dogs
From architect-imagined dog houses to the chicest of baskets from Hay and Hermès, high-concept is the smart choice for man’s best friend
Culture and Countryside: The Art of Sussex Living
From the Goodwood Art Foundation to the Charleston Festival, the region is adding some serious creative clout to its abundant natural charms – and attracting a wave of new residents
The new creatives moving to Portugal
The country loved by many as a holiday and second-home destination has changed beyond measure. Today Portugal is a magnet for people from all over the world building a new life – one that combines their creative passion with an enviable lifestyle, from Porto to the Algarve
Insider’s Guide to Ibiza
Each month, a Savills agent gives us the lowdown on their neighbourhood – a list of the hottest spots. This time, Bárbara Caprara reveals the best-kept secrets on this idyllic Balearic island
The best London homes for your student children
For those with offspring studying in the capital, purchasing a high-end apartment can be a shrewd financial investment – and help them to gain a foothold on the city’s property ladder
My country life: Patrick Grant
The former Savile Row director, now a judge on BBC1’s The Great British Sewing Bee, on the importance of lasting quality, North Yorkshire’s flourishing food scene and the joy of feeding the pigs at his Grade II listed house with views of the Dales
Step inside Laverstoke, as Hampshire’s great estate goes on sale
Laverstoke Park is one of the finest country properties in England – a Palladian mansion set in 1,835 acres of organic farmland, lavishly remodelled by Clare and Jody Scheckter. Here, Clare shares memories of family parties, restoration dramas – and runaway water buffalo
Meet the luxury transformers changing the world
From the design of our homes and the wines that we enjoy to the hotels and members’ clubs we frequent and the flowers that grace our tables, the way we live is constantly evolving. We introduce the lifestyle visionaries who are moving the dial
Top trends from Chelsea Flower Show 2025
Purple planting schemes, AI technology and a new royal rose were among the eye-catching innovations at Britain’s biggest horticultural event
The best places to buy in Cape Town, South Africa
The seafront city is famous for its natural beauty, laid-back lifestyle and superb food and wine. Strong predicted price growth, high rental yields and exclusive new branded residences make Cape Town even more irresistible
Insider’s Guide to the Athens Riviera
Each month, a Savills agent gives us the lowdown on their neighbourhood – a list of the must-visit spots. This time, Danae Tsakiris reveals the best-kept secrets on this idyllic Greek coast
How the great country estates are earning their keep
With running costs stretching into seven figures, stately homes are finding novel ways to pay their way – from filming fees to arts programmes and treehouse hotels
Riviera Residences: Where to Rent for the Season
There’s no more glamorous place to spend the summer than the south of France, and an exclusive rental property is ideal for enjoying the packed social schedule and glorious coastline
The Microhood: Chiswick
With charming Thames-side strolls, a rich history and excellent pubs and restaurants, this vibrant west London neighbourhood offers the best of town and country
Rome reborn: a new home in the ancient city?
Jubilee year in the Italian capital means an influx of five-star hotels, Michelin-winning restaurants, rapidly changing infrastructure – and a choice of high-design apartments
