Get set, bake! Kitchens to get creative in

What better way to wrap up summer than by getting cosy and tuning in to The Great British Bake Off? Whether you’re a pro baker or more of a casual hobbyist, having a great kitchen is a constant source of inspiration. As ovens hum with anticipation, we’ve scoured the country for 10 stunning kitchens, perfect for baking season.

1. Woodham Mortimer, Essex, 8 bedrooms

This is an elegant Georgian house set in mature grounds extending to 16.5 acres with a wide range of leisure facilities, outbuildings, and ancillary accommodation. The main house provides an impressive arrangement of accommodation, offering beautifully proportioned reception rooms and an exceptional kitchen, designed with every modern convenience considered.

2. Horsell, Surrey, 6 bedrooms

Touchstone has been recreated to beautifully emulate the grace and grandeur of a quintessential Regency property. The home has a distinguished exterior with a double-fronted facade with Corinthian pillars, statuesque sash windows and a stately doorway. The exterior truly transports you back in time, meanwhile the interior is both refined and utterly luxurious.

3. Roydon, Essex, 5 bedrooms

This imposing, five-bedroom, detached Edwardian family home stands on a most attractive plot of just over 1 acre. Some of the many fine features include five reception rooms with feature fireplaces, a luxury fitted kitchen with integrated appliances and a stunning mature garden with a large Koi fishpond and games room.

4. Salisbury, Wiltshire, 5 bedrooms

Pine View is a stunning family home in this most sought-after and convenient location. The current owners have been in residence for over 30 years and have maintained and improved this home with a real eye for detail. The heart of most homes is the kitchen, and here you won’t be disappointed. The centrepiece is the extravagantly proportioned island with a granite top, and the kitchen units are finished to the same high specification with integrated appliances.

5. Randalstown, Antrim, 5 bedrooms

This wonderful family home is set on a mature plot with stunning gardens and excellent privacy. From the moment you enter the front door, the bright and spacious accommodation on offer will impress every viewer. With exceptional living space including five bedrooms, a study, three reception rooms and an incredible kitchen, this property has everything and more.

6. Blackpool, Lancashire, 5 bedrooms

This stunning, executive family residence is set in approximately 5 acres and situated in one of the most sought-after locations in the Fylde Coast. The substantial property comprises five bedrooms, five bathrooms, and an impressive open-plan kitchen that is simply ideal for a modern family.

7. Market Rasen, Lincolnshire, 5 bedrooms

The Ash is an elegant detached five-bedroom home incorporating an individually designed Katie Brown kitchen with integrated appliances and quartz work surfaces. The modern open-plan dining and living area features wood-burning stove and bi-folding doors providing direct access to the garden.

8. St. Albans, Hertfordshire, 5 bedrooms

This is a fabulous five-bedroom detached family home situated in a private road with the centre of St Albans city centre. This spacious property was designed and built by the current owners and is arranged over three floors. To the rear of the property, the family room offers an impressing 660 sqft of living space and semi-open planned kitchen with a large diner area which enjoys a range of wall and base units.

9. Chelmsford, Essex, 4 bedrooms

Kilnfield Barns are set in the peaceful surroundings of Chignal Smealey. This former farm has been lovingly transformed into eight exquisite homes, each with its own unique character. From the bespoke interiors to the expansive private gardens, every aspect of these homes has been carefully crafted to create an idyllic retreat that you'll be proud to call your own. Whether you're seeking a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of city life or a place to create cherished memories with your loved ones, our homes offer the perfect blend of luxury and comfort.

10. Nunthorpe, North Yorkshire, 7 bedrooms

Set in around 4 acres of stunning gardens and grounds, this is one of Teesside's finest homes. The Red House has the undeniable presence of a beautifully designed home which has been transformed by the present owners. The hub of this home lies on the ground floor and every thought has been given to creating a visually perfect and functional space. In the kitchen, glossy cabinets complement the tiled flooring and every contemporary design feature has been included.