_Rugby Six Nations: Gorgeous homes close to the action, from a Paris flat to a Welsh country estate

Knight Frank Research took a look at the recent property performance for all six cities, and found that in the 12 months to November 2021, average property prices grew by:

Dublin - 12.8%
Edinburgh – 11.9%
Cardiff – 11.7%
London (Richmond) – 9.8%
Paris – 5.5%
Rome – 1.1%

Chris Druce, Senior Research Analyst at Knight Frank, says: “With the reopening of economies around the world, people have been reminded of the benefits of urban living, namely easy access to amenities and services.

“Locations that also meet buyers’ pandemic-inspired requirement for more space and greenery have also performed strongly’’.

5-bedroom house, Dublin, Ireland

Asking price: £1,963,704.06

A detached, Georgian villa style house in the heart of Dublin 4, which originally served as a hunting lodge for The Duke of Wellington. Beautiful period features abound, such as original fireplaces in many rooms and the breathtaking front door and entrance hallway. The house was extended in 2000, the result of which is a spacious, contemporary kitchen, additional bedroom and a renovated home office dating to the 1920s.

Further features of note include secure electric gates, an exceptionally private rear garden with mature trees and a fish pond, parking for at least six cars and a wine cellar.

4-bedroom penthouse, Edinburgh, Scotland

Offers in excess of: £625,000

This stunning penthouse apartment boasts a private south-westerly facing balcony and magnificent views over Edinburgh. The bright and airy home is situated on the top floor of a historic A-listed building on the corner of the Royal Mile and North Bridge, in the heart of the city’s UNESCO World Heritage-listed Old Town.

Benefits include ample storage space, lift access, residents’ permit parking and a large dressing room.

8-bedroom country estate, Great Campston, Monmouthshire, Wales

Offers in excess of: £4,500,000

A wonderful compact estate in an unrivalled setting, just one hour away from Cardiff by car. Surrounded by wonderful open countryside, the property enjoys superb views towards the Skirrid, the Sugar Loaf and the Black Mountains and enjoys a tennis court, library, outbuildings, paddock, outdoor dining space, a wine cellar and 275.52 acres of land. There is also the added benefit of staff/secondary accommodation.

2-bedroom house, East Sheen, Richmond-upon-Thames

Guide price: £800,000

Situated in a quiet enclave of houses close to Mortlake station, this beautifully light and well-proportioned house forms part of a private estate of 14 houses and benefits from access to pretty communal gardens and residents parking.

The house enjoys two reception rooms, a snug/cinema room, cellar, generous outbuilding and a private garden.

2-bedroom apartment, Paris, France

Asking price: £1,249,250.03

A stylish 15th arrondissement apartment on the sixth floor of a beautiful freestone 1930s building. Benefiting from a very clear view, the apartment is in perfect condition and features a large entrance, good storage, a dressing room, double reception room, cellar and an interior courtyard with a view of the Eiffel Tower.

7-bedroom villa, Campagnano, Rome, Italy

Asking price: £2,339,732.50

Prestigious and charming, this villa is located in an exceptional setting within the Veio Regional Park - a mere 20-minute drive from the delights of Rome.

The property is immersed in a welcoming oasis of greenery of around 6 hectares, with a variety of plants and woodland, and a well-kept garden. To the side of the main part of the villa are two independent double bedrooms with bathrooms for guests. 

Further features include a swimming pool with changing room, vegetable garden with spacious greenhouse and a large green lawn suitable for use as a football field.