A proposal for nine ‘much-needed’ houses on land in a large Isle of Wight village is facing criticism from a parish council. Tradeamp’s revised planning application for nine […]
The nine Nottingham areas where annoying ‘clutter’ could now be destroyed
‘To let’ boards in some areas of Nottingham could now be destroyed by the council if they don’t meet new rules. The boards – long a prominent feature […]
I stayed in the UK’s most popular holiday home but is it worth the hype?
We park in a private space at the dedicated EV charging point just above the beach, then follow illuminated steps to a front door which opens via a […]
Dandara Northern Home Counties shows star quality with top rating for customer satisfaction
The survey, launched some 20 years ago, is one of the largest of its kind in the country and is designed to drive improvements in quality and customer […]
Fears Bestwood Village ‘becoming a town’ as almost 100 homes on open countryside approved
Labour-controlled Gedling Council’s planning committee approved a 93-home development on land east of Westhouse Farm, in Moor Road, at a meeting on March 25. They have been tabled […]
Sadiq Khan launches £400,000 fund to help renters sue their landlords
Millions of renters in London will soon be able to use money from a £400,000 fund to take their landlords to court, it has been revealed. The fund, […]
Aldi’s £3 ‘Parisian’ item makes homes smell like fresh pastries
Aldi customers are raving about a new £2.99 ‘Parisian’ item that fragrance fans ‘need’ for their homes. Known for selling everything from scented candles to table decorations, Aldi’s […]
My desk chaos was infamous with folders, magazines, and paperwork piled precariously high – so I rebuilt an office for my ADHD brain
Strategist and content creator Francesca Swan is one of Ideal Home’s new Open House contributors, sharing her thoughts on the concept of ‘Everything’ and what makes a home […]
Lake District guesthouse can be used for residential purposes after approval
A LAKE District guesthouse can be used for residential purposes after planners at the national park authority approved the change of use. The application was for 4 Westwood, […]
Second home owners in Warwick and Stratford districts to pay double council tax
This week both Warwick District Council and Stratford District Council approved the introduction of a 100 per cent premium on second homes from April 1, 2027. Read more: […]