Ballrooms and wine cellars: A look at London's most expensive homes for sale

It's no secret that London is one of the most expensive places on earth to buy a home. The world's rich and famous flock to the city and demand the finest properties in the city's best locations. Here are some of the priciest homes on the open market in London.

6 bed detached house, Finchley, N2, £24,995,000

The house on Bishops Avenue has been rebuilt throughout and just a few of the many features include a triple volume reception hall, a lift to all floors, large principal reception rooms and a ballroom.

5 bed flat, Notting Hill, W8, £26,000,000

An exquisite property with double height ceilings, 5 en-suite bedrooms, a gym and a separate studio flat with shower room.

7 bed detached house, St John's Wood, NW8, £27,000,000

This 15,000 sq ft home boasts a cinema room, wine cellar, spa, massage room, and staff quarters, among other novelties. It comes with planning permission to redevelop the whole site, offering "a unique opportunity to purchase and create one of the finest homes in London".

6 bed flat for sale, Knightsbridge, SW1X, £35,000,000

This spectacular six-bedroom penthouse occupies a prominent position on the southern edge of Hyde Park with uninterrupted views. The apartment has over 10,000 sq ft of luxurious interior designed accommodation, plus private roof terraces and balconies for outdoor entertaining.

Block of flats for sale in Kensington, SW7, £65,000,000

A unique investment opportunity — if you're good for more than a few million — this block of four flats is located in the heart of Kensington and Chelsea and has been recently fully refurbished.