If money were no object, there’s a good chance at least one of these stunning properties would be on all of our ‘to buy’ lists.

Herts Advertiser: Pine Trees, St AlbansPine Trees, St Albans (Image: Archant)

So, given the choice, would you rather have your own lake, tennis court or home cinema? Decisions, decisions… And that’s before you even start on the subject of pools (two of them have one)…

Five-bed detached house in St Albans

Offers in excess of £3,500,000

Herts Advertiser: Pine Trees, St AlbansPine Trees, St Albans (Image: Archant)

Pine Trees is a modern home ideally located on a quiet residential road close to the centre of St Albans.

Created by the current owners, its features include a double height entrance hall, cinema room and indoor pool.

The ground floor has been cleverly designed to include several different zones which can be screened off with impressive sliding oak doors. Lutron mood lighting and smart security systems operate throughout the property.

Fine & Country | 01442 877627 | www.fineandcountry.com

Herts Advertiser: Tewin Water, WelwynTewin Water, Welwyn (Image: Archant)

Six-bed detached house in Tewin Water, Welwyn

Guide price £1,750,000

Herts Advertiser: Tewin Water, WelwynTewin Water, Welwyn (Image: Archant)

Dating back in parts to the 18th century, this former Lodge for Tewin Water House has been comprehensively extended and improved by the vendors over the last 30-plus years.

It now provides a stunning family home set in grounds of around seven acres on the banks of the River Mimram, incorporating its own lake and meadows.

Hamptons | 01727 890 770 | www.hamptons.co.uk

Herts Advertiser: Fox Hall, Kelshall, RoystonFox Hall, Kelshall, Royston (Image: Archant)

Seven-bed detached house in Kelshall, Royston

Guide price £2,350,000

This exceptional Grade II listed former farmhouse has more than 6,000 sq ft of beautifully presented accommodation plus stunning grounds, a heated pool and tennis court.

Herts Advertiser: Fox Hall, Kelshall, RoystonFox Hall, Kelshall, Royston (Image: © chris rawlings 2015)

Dating back to the 16th Century, Fox Hall has been extensively renovated yet still retains many period features.

The secluded 2.61 acre plot is ideally located in a picturesque village location with far reaching views over the Chiltern Hills.

Savills | 01603 229 236 | www.savills.co.uk

Herts Advertiser: Fox Hall, Kelshall, RoystonFox Hall, Kelshall, Royston (Image: © chris rawlings 2015)