London is home to a number of picturesque lidos and other swimming spots which will no doubt be getting a lot of use this summer. But once you’ve spent a morning fighting for a sunbed, or attempting to navigate the lanes without being kicked, splashed or glared at, a home with a pool will probably seem rather appealing.

With the unrelenting heatwave continuing to engulf the capital, and we realise that, in fact, we couldn’t manage living in Spain for one moment, the best solution is to simply buy a pad with its very own swimming pool in situ.

Lucky for the future owners of these homes, then – who will be able to enjoy a dip at their leisure thanks to private and residents-only swimming pools. From sparkling new developments with their own full leisure fit outs, to recently-renovated heritage homes with private pools, and underground basement wellness retreats, these homes with pools in London all boast state-of-the-art leisure facilities.

Mottisfont Hall, Eltham, SE9

A stunning Victorian mansion with its very own private wellness retreat, this impressive property is outstanding in all areas, from its architectural scale and character to its myriad modern luxuries. Sat discreetly behind ornate wrought iron gates on Eltham’s most prestigious road, it occupies the historic site of a medieval Royal jousting yard, and is set between the world’s oldest golf club, the Royal Blackheath Golf Club and the enchanting Eltham Palace.

A distinguished red-brick villa spanning approximately 13,900 square feet, the home has been intelligently redesigned and extended, from the sequence of richly detailed reception spaces (including a smoking room, library and music room, a French-inspired drawing room and a substantial study overlooking a private courtyard) to the eight majestic bedrooms. The lower ground floor offers a full private wellness retreat, arranged around an atmospheric swimming pool with modern swim-jet technology and three integrated cinema screens, as well as a Jacuzzi, frigidarium plunge pool, sauna, steam room, gymnasium, games room, bar lounge and ancillary wine cellarage or storage spaces.

Listed for £9.5m, visit sothebysrealty.co.uk

Ormeley Road, Balham, SW12

Combining period charm with extensive sustainability features, as well as a stunning pool, this double-fronted semi-detached six-bedroom family home retains its original Victorian façade while benefiting from a comprehensive refresh within. Incorporating 24 solar panels, a Tesla Powerwall and an electric vehicle charging point, with planning permission also secured for a self-contained annex featuring additional solar technology, other appealing qualities include air conditioning in each bedroom and advanced home security.

Spanning 3,800 square feet, the gorgeous property also includes a 750 square foot detached, self-contained two-bedroom annex at the rear of the expansive garden. The garden also benefits from an outdoor kitchen and heated plunge pool with sunken seating, visible through bi-fold doors from the open-plan living area.

Listed for £3.5m, visit chestertons.co.uk

Windmill Road, Wimbledon, SW19

Set on around half an acre of land just off Wimbledon Common, the iconic windmill, which is still in situ, forms a unique and enchanting backdrop for this house, which was originally known as Millers Cottage and built circa 1815. Blending historic charisma and heritage with the comforts of contemporary living, there’s an impressive heated swimming pool and pool room, which comprises a kitchen, steam room, changing area and shower room, surrounded by mature trees, hedges and rolling lawns.

The main house boasts a gorgeous entrance hall with a generous double reception room, benefitting from a stone fireplace and dual-aspect vistas. A galleried staircase leads to the first floor, which houses the principal bedroom suite, while a second staircase by the back door leads to two additional double bedrooms.

Listed for £6.5m, visit savills.com

Natalia Miyar Apartment, South Bank Place, SE1

Measuring a spacious 1,800 square feet, this gorgeous home at new development Seven has been dressed by luxury interior design studio Natalia Miyar Atelier. Overlooking Jubilee Gardens, with views onto the River Thames, Houses of Parliament and London Eye, beneath the complex is a private sanctuary of stillness. Designed by the acclaimed Goddard Littlefair, known for creating some of the world’s most luxurious spas, the private health club comes complete with an impressive pool deck and 25m heated swimming pool, as well as a large vitality pool, saunas, and steam room in a palette of natural materials, soothing tones, and refined textures. The apartment itself has been curated to reflect the very best of the city, with clean lines and the texture of the building influencing the finishing touches and colourways across the two-bedroom apartment.

Listed for £4.7m, visit savills.com

Highwood Hill, Mill Hill, NW7

A magnificent 8,000 square foot period manor house set in 15 acres of grounds, including stabling and parkland, outbuildings at Highwood Hill include two cottages and a staff flat, together with an indoor swimming pool and tennis court. The ground floor unfolds over five glorious reception rooms, including a magnificent formal drawing room with high ceilings, ornate cornicing, and a grand fireplace, as well as a dining room, kitchen and breakfast room. The six beautifully presented double bedrooms unfold across the first and second floors, three of which benefit from en suite facilities, including a luxurious principal suite with dressing room and en suite bathroom featuring a bathtub and separate shower. Two further family bathrooms complete the accommodation.

Listed for £8.75, visit struttandparker.com

Queen's Ride, Barnes, SW13

Sitting pretty, directly opposite bustling Barnes Common, this handsome detached Art Deco family home has a large swimming pool at the centre of its landscaped rear garden. Framed by a wide York stone terrace and an expansive lawn, it has a rare countryside estate aesthetic. The striking house boasts several grand living spaces that open directly onto the garden, and can be viewed from the principal reception rooms or experienced as part of larger summer entertaining. The first floor is largely dedicated to the principal suite, where a luxurious bedroom is complemented by a dedicated dressing room and bathroom, with two further double bedrooms sharing a family bathroom on this level. Above, the second floor offers two more en suite bedrooms, as well as useful eaves storage space.

Listed for £6.5m, visit sothebysrealty.co.uk

Doneraile Street, Fulham, SW6

Utterly charming, this six-bedroom Victorian home has been completely rebuilt around wellness and private spa-style living. At its heart is a lower-ground leisure level opening onto a courtyard centred around a jacuzzi-style spa pool, alongside a sauna, gym and guest suite — creating a fully integrated indoor-outdoor retreat. Above, expansive open-plan living spaces connect seamlessly to the garden, while the upper floors provide generous family accommodation.

The open-plan kitchen, dining and living space extend to almost 1,000 square feet and are positioned beneath dramatic skylights and centred around a sculptural staircase. On the first floor, the principal bedroom suite sits next to an additional en suite bedroom, while a further three bedrooms occupy the second floor. Above, a roof terrace enjoys far-reaching views across west London.

Listed for £6.75m, visit sothebysrealty.co.uk

Abbey Road, St Johns Wood, NW8

A remarkable Grade II-listed house spanning more than 4,000 square feet, this beautiful home has been in the same family for over 20 years. The incredible private garden is the standout feature, with a swimming pool framed by mature planting and terraces creating an unexpectedly secluded outdoor space for swimming, entertaining and summer living.

Revealing itself across five stunning floors, the house combines elegant period architecture with modern living spaces at every turn. The ground floor is anchored by a spacious dining room and adjoining reception space, with a separate front reception room offering a quieter setting overlooking the garden. Upstairs, the principal bedroom suite occupies much of the first floor and includes a large dressing area and en suite bathroom. One further bedroom or study is arranged on this level, alongside a sauna, while the top floor provides an additional bedroom suite with a walk-in wardrobe and private roof terrace with panoramic vistas.

Listed for £6.5m, visit sothebysrealty.co.uk

Roedean Crescent, Richmond Park, SW15

Measuring more than 12,000 square feet, this gorgeous 6/7-bedroom property includes both an indoor and outdoor swimming pool, as well as an exceptional private spa complex with professional gym, temperature-controlled bar area, a fully equipped cinema room, plant room and WC. Private and secluded, with a gated carriage driveway with parking for several cars, the house is just as impressive on the inside.

The elegant reception hall sets the tone with a stunning, sweeping staircase, which leads to the kitchen/reception room. Floor-to-ceiling glass doors, plus windows opening onto the rear terrace and gardens, fill the space with natural light and breathtaking views. Upstairs, there’s a stylish principal suite made up of a dressing room with built-in bespoke wardrobes, an en suite and a private terrace, while two further bedroom suites complete the floor. The top floor has three further double bedrooms, as well as a separate kitchen area, perfect for live-in staff or visiting guests.

Listed for £9.95m, visit knightfrank.com

Frognal, Hampstead, NW3

Refurbished to the very highest standard, this sprawling lateral house promises a mammoth 14 bedrooms and is situated in the heart of Hampstead Village. Benefitting from a range of appealing period features, paired with intelligent contemporary styling and finishes, it also has a separate guest house and studio apartment.

Extending to approximately 6,071 square feet, the unique and historic detached residence dates to the early 1800s and has a National Heritage Blue plaque commemorating its former owner, Sir Harold Gillies. Standout features of the sensational house include state-of-the-art infrastructure, under-floor heating, CCTV, zoned lighting, a gym, cocktail bar, off-street parking for four cars, wraparound landscaped gardens and, of course, a heated outdoor swimming pool for balmy days.

Listed for £16.95m, visit knightfrank.co.uk

Knightsbridge Street, Knightsbridge, SW17

A grand Georgian townhouse on the outside, this charming 19th-century gem has been elevated on the inside with an array of stunning contemporary features. With the two lower-ground floors dedicated to leisure and entertaining, the basement houses a gym, a spa, a steam room and a plant room, as well as a utility room and bathroom, while on the lower-ground floor, the large indoor swimming pool transforms into a dance floor (and there’s a living room/cinema room, too). Elsewhere within the five-bed, five-bathroom house, the modern kitchen features floor-to-ceiling glazed doors that open to a landscaped garden, while the large reception and library house two balconies with lush, leafy views.

Listed for £12.95m, visit sothebysrealty.co.uk

Walton House Residences, Pont Street, SW1X

A trophy home with all the bells and whistles, from its own private leisure facilities to a stunning 13m swimming pool, this extraordinary Knightsbridge property is part of Walton House Residences, and was created by the award-winning MDesign London. Showcasing unrivalled luxury, craftsmanship, and architectural brilliance, this astounding nine-bedroom property, with soaring ceilings throughout, is ideal for multi-generational living, comprising four apartments each with a private entrance.

The Grand Apartment spans 6,728 square feet, and boasts four bedrooms and several imposing, regal reception rooms, while Apartment 2 is a spacious 2,644 square feet. With a three-bedroom duplex layout, its own private entrance, and vast proportions, the versatility of this grand property knows no bounds. Two additional apartments, of 976 square feet and 942 square feet respectively, also offer practical living space, while the property as a whole benefits from two roof terraces and private parking.

Listed for £54m, visit savills.com

Garway Road, Notting Hill, W2

A remarkable six-bedroom detached period house spanning 9,562 square feet, this delightful property features a large private garden, swimming pool, gym, cinema, entertainment area and reception room, as well as off-street parking with electrical charging points for two cars. Sleek, modern, and as beautiful on the outside as it is on the inside, it is situated just moments from Westbourne Grove. As well as six impressive bedrooms, it has five bathrooms, five cloakrooms, a lobby/bar, a beautiful modern kitchen and artistic features throughout.

Listed for £17.95m, visit struttandparker.com

6 Tregunter Road, Chelsea, SW10

Dedicated to design, this seven-bedroom house contains a gorgeous 10-metre indoor swimming pool, as well as a cinema and gym, plus a jaw-dropping garden designed and landscaped by Luciano Giubbille, a gold medal winner at the Chelsea Flower Show. A prime postcode in the heart of the Boltons Conservation area, principally made up of substantial family houses, and located round the corner from The Little Boltons, The Boltons and Gilston Road, this seven-bed, seven-bath, five living room property, has been immaculately refurbished for flexible and enjoyable family living.

Listed for £28m, visit struttandparker.com

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