Live Like TV Star Ben Fogle: Rent His Jaw-Dropping London Mansion for Just £26k/Month!

The swanky London home of adventurer and CELEBRITY TV presenter Ben Fogle has been made available to rent for £26,000 a month.

The 49-year-old’s five-bedroom semi-detached house in the fashionable Kensington area of ​​London was listed on property website Rightmove on Monday.

At first glance, the exterior of the property reveals nothing out of the ordinary, sandwiched between almost identical properties opposite the large Little Wormwood Scrubs. park.

Inside the former Castaway star’s home, however, is a radically different place, spread out over four stories with dozens of lush plants and hundreds of knick-knacks and decor from around the world. world.

The bright and airy living room features a variety of sofas and armchairs that sit in front of a blue-tiled fireplace, which is framed by a wall lined with color-coordinated shelves. books.

Unconventionally, instead of a TV at the foot of the sofas, a giant replica of a ship sits atop a set of worn drawers and is complemented by a number of framed artworks.

Ferns and other potted plants are scattered around the room and continue to be a theme throughout the rest of the room. home.

The kitchen continues the unique decorating options as open umbrellas hang from the ceiling while more plants grow freely around the space, giving the room a wild naturist feel.

The master bedroom has a dressing room and a bathroom that again reflects the exterior with many plants and green tiles on the floor.

The bathroom contains an open shower with Japanese-style windows separating it halfway from the rest of the room, as well as a huge metal bathtub with gold-plated faucets embedded in the walls.

There are several other rooms that are packed with intriguing trinkets and antiques, many following a marine or nautical theme.

The boys’ bedrooms are designed radically differently with one resembling a sailor’s bedroom with a whitewashed bed complementing the blue walls and a wooden closet that looks like buried treasure.

The other room is painted with a variety of colors and shapes on the walls, but continues the rustic theme, this time with a weathered green cabinet that resembles an old-fashioned locker.

Finally, the property has a rear garden that is covered with plants and trees, while allowing plenty of natural light and a cozy outdoor wooden table.

Estate agents Rigby And Marchant described the property as: “Situated on a charming street off W10 is a magnificent five-bedroom house that exudes warmth, comfort and a deep connection to nature.

“Surrounded by an array of vibrant greenery and expansive views, this idyllic residence is the epitome of a peaceful haven for a warm and welcoming family.

Upon entering, you are immediately enveloped by a welcoming atmosphere.

“The spacious living room is bathed in natural light that pours in through the large windows.

“The kitchen comes fully equipped and designed to meet the needs of passionate cooks.

“Filled with top-of-the-line appliances and ample storage space, it’s a setting for culinary creations as laughter and conversation fill the air.

“The house has five rooms, each uniquely decorated with a touch of nature.

“Tucked away in the garden is a writing cottage that stands out in all its rustic charm. Surrounded by singing birds and tall trees, it offers the perfect sanctuary for introspection and creativity.

“The garden invites outdoor activities and is perfect for picnics, games and gatherings in the warm sun, with an ideal spot for alfresco dining.

“With all the greenery, the tranquility and the captivating view, this five-bedroom house becomes a treasured home for a warm and loving family.”

The listing was shared on social media yesterday with the simple caption: “Ben Fogle’s house for rent.”

Since then, the post has received more than 140 likes and more than 150 comments from users who were stunned by the monthly costs of renting Fogle’s house.

One user commented: “I understand it’s in a very moderately exclusive part of a very expensive city but f**k me £26k per month to rent. Completely mental.

“I also like that the deposit is not even displayed. If you have to ask what it is, you can’t afford it.”

Another wrote: “Damn renting that for a month cost more than my entire mortgage.”

A third said: “EPC Classification E, that’s me.”

Another responded: “That’s lovely. If he could only win the lottery, then he could live there… for a week.”

A fifth joked: “When your rent is that high, you have to pay stamp duty.”

Another quipped: “It looks like a TK Maxx.”

Properties in North Kensington had an overall median price of £983,279 over the past year, according to Rightmove.

This means that the rent paid for the Fogle home would equal the median home price in the area after just 38 weeks there.

Fogle himself first gained fame as a participant in Castaway 2000, in which a group of 36 people attempted to establish a fully self-sufficient community on the Scottish island of Taransay in 2000.

Since then, he has made a name for himself casting daytime television roles on BBC, ITV and Channel 5, as well as embarking on various physical challenges and expeditions.