.jpg "Barnden Farm, Kent")
Singer Jona Lewie might have preferred the kitchen, but for the most of us, the best place for a party is in a room specially designed for having fun. A cool party barn, say, a really spacious living area, or perhaps even a historic ballroom.
Here's our pick of properties that are perfect for festive entertaining – including a house with a triple-aspect music hall where former owner Ronnie Corbett used to perform for his guests.
.jpg "Barnden Farm, Kent")
.jpg "Barnden Farm, Kent")
.jpg "Shirley Church Road, Surrey")
.jpg "Shirley Church, Surrey - Music hall")
.jpg "Edgeworth, Surrey")
.jpg "Edgeworth, Surrey - Grand reception hall")
.jpg "Manor Farm House, Hampshire")
.jpg "Manor Farm House, Hampshire")
.jpg "Cassillis Castle, Ayrshire")
.jpg "Cassillis Castle, Ayrshire - Ballroom")
.jpg "Ravey Street, London")
.jpg "Ravey Street, London")