Lifestyle
Insider’s Guide to Oxford
Each month, a Savills agent gives us the lowdown on their neighbourhood – a list of the freshest tips and hottest trends. This time, Charles Elsmore-Wickens, Savills head of residential for the Cotswold and Chiltern region, reveals Oxford’s best-kept secrets
London’s tastiest food villages
From leafy Victoria Park to the grand streets of Mayfair, the UK capital is full of neighbourhoods with deliciously distinct gastronomic flavours
The growth of the cutting garden
The trend for seasonal homegrown blooms promises ever-changing colours and scents while also being sustainable. Two expert gardeners explain how to keep your vases filled from spring to autumn
Gourmet Somerset: A Chic Culinary Hotspot
With Michelin-starred restaurants, cracking country pubs and award-winning vineyards, the county offers some of the finest gastronomic treats in the West Country
Montenegro rising
A trio of residential marina developments is creating a new European destination of note – and rivalling the most established resorts
Insider’s Guide to Melbourne
Each month, a Savills agent gives us the lowdown on their neighbourhood – a list of the freshest tips and hottest trends. This time, Micah Ashley, associate director at Savills Australia, reveals Melbourne’s best-kept secrets
Saddle up: a guide to equestrian property
Searching for a home suitable for both humans and horses can be quite a challenge. Work out what kind of buyer you are to narrow down the choice and harness the ideal estate for your needs
Insider’s Guide to Porto
Each month, a Savills agent gives us the lowdown on their neighbourhood – a list of the freshest tips and hottest trends. This time, Joana Lima, Savills head of the downtown office in Porto, reveals the city’s best-kept secrets
The Best Homes To Buy Near World-Class Sporting Events
From tennis at Wimbledon to the Monaco Grand Prix, there’s a huge demand for short-term rentals when an international championship comes to town – which means properties in these locations score high
Insider’s Guide to Barcelona
Each month, a Savills agent gives us the lowdown on their neighbourhood – a list of the freshest tips and hottest trends. This time, Pablo Balea Vicente, Savills head of residential Barcelona, reveals the city’s best-kept secrets
Gourmet Kent: From Coast to Kitchen
From hyper-local seafood to Michelin-starred tasting menus and vineyard restaurants, the county has undergone a gastronomic revolution in recent years
Which ski resorts offer fun for all the family?
Prestigious Alpine hotspots now promise far more than pistes and powder – they’re appealing to multigeneration groups with water parks, concert halls, toboggan runs and luxury labels
Creating a forest for the future
Planting trees is an enduring way to enhance the environment and do your bit for biodiversity. So how best to make a woodland that will stand the test of time?
Insider’s Guide to Dubai
Each month, a Savills agent gives us the lowdown on their area – a list of the freshest tips and hottest trends. This time, Andrew Cummings, Savills head of residential Middle East, reveals Dubai’s best-kept secrets
Insider’s Guide to Val d’Isère, France
Each month, a Savills agent gives us the lowdown on their area – a list of the freshest tips and hottest trends. This time, Alexandra Jubb, associate director at Savills Val d’Isère, reveals some of the resort’s best-kept secrets
Insider’s Guide to Jersey, Channel Islands
Each month, a Savills agent gives us the lowdown on their area – a list of the freshest tips and hottest trends. Here, Geri O’Brien, head of Savills Residential, Jersey, reveals the island’s best-kept secrets
How to downsize in style
Whether it’s an empty nest or a change in circumstance, many homeowners are re-evaluating where and how they want to live – and seizing the opportunity to forge a new life
The members’ clubs upping the stakes in the Cotswolds
They offer contemporary glamour in a glorious rural setting – yet another reason to move to the country
Perfectly Balanced Interiors
Country-house interiors are constantly evolving to suit the needs of owners. Here are the best ways to create a harmonious mix of character and flair
Club class: the best golf resorts in Europe
From handsome Scottish links courses to sun-drenched fairways in Portugal, Spain and France, here are the prime places to combine a round of golf with a luxury lifestyle – and year-round rental opportunities
Insider’s Guide to St John’s Wood, London
Each month, a Savills agent gives us the lowdown on their neighbourhood – a list of the freshest tips and hottest trends. This time, Stephen Lindsay, director of Savills St John’s Wood, reveals the area’s best-kept secrets
No plane, huge gain: the best flight-free spots in Europe
Many second-home buyers are opting for areas they can reach by road or rail – the south of France and Italy are prime territory for the slow-travel crowd
The best wine regions in Europe and beyond
You don’t have to own a vineyard to enjoy the cuisine and countryside in a viticultural hotspot such as Tuscany, Bordeaux or Stellenbosch. With wine tourism a fast-growing trend, properties here can be a rental investment, too
Insider’s Guide to Los Angeles
Each month, we catch up with a Savills agent to get the lowdown on their region, insider insights and favourite local haunts. This time, we meet Gideon Lang-Laddie of Savills associate The Agency
A new home after divorce
House hunting after a split requires radical thinking – and a colour scheme to match
Insider’s Guide to Singapore
Each month, a Savills agent gives us the lowdown on their area – a list of the freshest tips and hottest trends. This time, Marcus Loo, chief executive officer of Savills Singapore, reveals some of the island’s best-kept secrets
Insider’s Guide to Devon
Each month, a Savills agent gives us the lowdown on their area – a list of the freshest tips and hottest trends. This time, Chris Clifford, head of residential sales at Savills Exeter, reveals some of the county’s best-kept secrets
Out of the ordinary: a Mallorcan cave house
Bought on a whim almost 20 years ago, this unusual finca built into a hillside has provided many magical family moments
Insider’s Guide to Rome
Each month, a Savills agent gives us the lowdown on their area – a list of the freshest tips and hottest trends. This time, Sabina Lanzilotto, of Savills Rome, reveals the Eternal City’s best-kept secrets
Best of the Balearics
Mallorca, Ibiza and Menorca have it all – from Michelin-starred restaurants to hip beach clubs and fabulous countryside fincas. Which is the perfect place for your island home?
