Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich has announed plans to build what will be the most expensive house in Britain, which when completed will be worth a cool £150m.
Which got me thinking - what are the current top 5 most expensive houses in Britain?
Well, according to a 2007 survey by Forbes, they are as follows.
1. Updown Court, Windlesham. Value: £70m. The residence, built by Rhymer Investments, incorporates 103 rooms including a bowling alley and a 50 seat cinema.
2. Toprak Mansions, Hampstead. Value: £50m. Built by Turkish Entrepreneur Halis Toprak, the lavish property is located in one of the most sought after locations in North London.
3. Old Swan House, Chelsea. Value: £32m. Overlooking the River Thames, the property built by Richard Norman Shaw boasts a swimming pool complex and a 20-person dining room.
4. Holland Park Mansion, West London. Value: £28m. The property has over 14,000 square feet of living space.
5. Compton Castle Estate, Compton Pauncefoot, Somerset. Value: £22m. Built by the Gilbert Family, this heritage castle houses 12 bedrooms and even has its own helicopter pad.
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