Where to find luxury accommodation in England

2012 is an important year for England as the capital city of London hosts the OlympicGames. Theres so much to see and discover, and if you are looking for an affluent areato buy a house, there are plenty to be found in the capital as well as other parts of the UK. In theseareas there is no shortage of designer shops, gourmet restaurants or lavish spas. Here is a smallselection of some of the most prosperous neighbourhoods to be found.

London

The richest borough of London is Kensington and Chelsea, which is home to some of the richestpeople in the UK such as Roman Abramovich, as well as famous faces like Nigella Lawson.The borough prides itself on culture with some of the most popular museums in London. The Victoriaand Albert Museum houses huge collections of art; the Natural History Museum hosts a populardinosaur exhibit and the Science Museum will keep both children and adults entertained for hours.Best of all, all three museums are within walking distance of each other.Gucci, Prada and many other high-end names can be found along Sloane Street, and the infamousHarrods in Knightsbridge is only a stones throw away.Foodies will enjoy a wide range of Michelin star restaurants scattered around, including the originalGordon Ramsay restaurant near Sloane Square. Aubergine also merits a mention, setting a cosyambiance on the river.

Bath

Famous for its beautiful Roman Baths, Bath boasts many theatres, festivals and still makes use of itshot springs with a new modern spa.The stately Georgian architecture that lines the streets are magnificent to look at – especially thehomes displayed along the Royal Crescent.Bath is set in the heart of the Somerset countryside and lies on the edge of the Cotswolds, so it iseasy to take a long weekend away.

Cheshire

The Golden Triangle is at affluent area in Chesire known for its beautiful rural landscapes and leafywoodland areas as well as being home to footballers such as Wayne Rooney and Peter Crouch.The points of the triangle are Wilmslow, Prestbury and Alderley Edge and also include the villages ofKnutsford and Mottram St Andrew.These small towns and villages still retain old English charm with their black and white timber framebuildings, but still encompass modern amenities for a luxurious lifestyle. Spas and golf courses areabundant in the area and it is possible to spot celebrities at the infamous Belle Epoque restaurant inKnutsford.The area lies close to the city of Manchester, Manchester airport and the Peak District NationalPark, which gives the Golden Triangle the benefits of city life when needed, but also close enough tonature to escape.