The Journal

Party season is upon us: from end-of-year celebrations to festive banquets and cosy family gatherings, it’s time to raise a glass (or two) with the ones we love. While there’s little we look forward to as fine dining in a first-class restaurant or a tipple at a top-tier bar, there’s something extra special about hosting at home. And who could resist an invitation to a house party when the venue in question looks anything like the properties in this piece? From a stunning apartment with impeccable London views to a house with a swimming pool-cum-dancefloor, here are five event-ready homes fit for entertaining.