This week: properties with roof gardens from a split-level penthouse in the Ritz Carlton building in Washington DC to a converted water tower in Horsham, West Sussex
23rd St NW, Washington DC, US. A split-level penthouse in the Ritz Carlton building. It has more than 4,000 square feet of split-level roof terracing with views of the DC and Virginia skylines. The apartment has floor-to-ceiling windows leading onto the terrace and a gourmet kitchen. 3 beds, 5 baths, 3 receps, study, gym, recreation room. $7.2m Washington Fine Properties +1 703 216 1333.
The Water Tower, Forest Grange, Horsham, West Sussex. This renovated water tower was converted at the turn of the century and now has a roof terrace with 360 views over the surrounding countryside. The house has wood floors, an open fireplace and double-height ceilings. 4 beds, 2 baths, 2 receps, breakfast kitchen, 6 acres of communal gardens, parking, tennis courts. £750,000 Knight Frank 01403-339180.
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Simpson Loan, Quartermile, Edinburgh. A penthouse set in a modern development over 19 acres that incorporates the former Edinburgh Royal Infirmary. The apartment has floor-to-ceiling windows and a south-facing roof garden with views across the Meadows public park and Arthur's Seat hills. 4 beds, 4 baths, 3 receps, underground car park. £2m Savills 0131-247 3734.
A penthouse in Prague, Czech Republic. A penthouse on the top floor of two apartment buildings with a glass atrium, swimming pool and a landscaped roof garden. The apartment retains its original Art Deco features. 4 beds, 2 baths, 2 receps, gym. £3m Christie's International Real Estate 020-3824 1951.
Imperial Hall, City Road, Old Street, London EC1V. A penthouse over three floors in a Grade II-listed development with two private roof terraces. 3 beds, 2 baths, 2 receps, breakfast kitchen, gated off-street parking, share of freehold. £2m Savills 020-7578 6200.
Ide Hill Hall, Ide Hill, Sevenoaks, Kent. A penthouse in a converted, Grade II-listed country house with a roof terrace and balcony overlooking the North Downs. 3 beds, 3 baths, recep with balcony, dining kitchen with balcony, garage, parking, communal grounds. £1.15m Strutt & Parker 01732-459900.
Creek Road, East Molesey, Surrey. A converted church opposite Hampton Court train station. It has the original beams, vaulted ceilings, church windows and pews. The kitchen dining area leads onto a 950 sq ft roof terrace. 3 beds, 2 baths, gallery, studio, library. £1.8m Knight Frank 01372-464496.
Artbrand, Leathermarket Street, London SE1. A duplex penthouse with a spiral staircase leading up to the roof garden, which has an electric sliding roof with a rain sensor. 2 beds, 2 baths, dressing room, open-plan living area/kitchen, balcony. £1.8m OnTheMarket.com 020-8022 7241.
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