The areas around Hampstead and Highgate boast some of the finest green spaces in the capital, with their hilltop locations affording spectacular views over the city.

Ham & High: Garden of Highate West Hill available through Benham & Reeves for £2.85 million is moments from Hampstead HeathGarden of Highate West Hill available through Benham & Reeves for £2.85 million is moments from Hampstead Heath (Image: Archant)

Here’s our pick of the best properties near open space on the market at the moment.

Elsworthy Terrace, Primrose Hill, NW1. £1.65million, Arlington Residential

Ham & High: Elsworthy Terrace overlooks Primrose Hill. This two-bedroom flat is available through Arlington Residential for �1.65 millionElsworthy Terrace overlooks Primrose Hill. This two-bedroom flat is available through Arlington Residential for �1.65 million (Image: Archant)

This raised ground and first floor duplex period conversion has Primrose Hill on the doorstep, a mere 50 yards away.

The large master bedroom is en suite and also has a dressing area and there’s a smaller second bedroom and further bathroom too.

The modern kitchen has a balcony overlooking the garden and Primrose Hill.

arlingtonresidential.com

Highate West Hill, Hampstead Heath, N6. £2.85million, Benham&Reeves

Ham & High: Highate West Hill available through Benham & Reeves for £2.85 million is moments from Hampstead HeathHighate West Hill available through Benham & Reeves for £2.85 million is moments from Hampstead Heath (Image: Archant)

This grade II-listed, double-fronted Georgian villa dates from the early nineteenth century.

It is set back and elevated from the road and is within easy reach of Hampstead Heath, as well as the shops and cafes of Swain’s Lane. Historic Highgate Cemetery is also nearby.

The house has four bedrooms, extensive cellars, and a large front and back garden.

b-r.co.uk

Hampstead Way, Hampstead Garden Suburb, NW11. £4.495 million, TK International

Ham & High: Five-bedroom house on Hampstead Way, next to Hampstead Heath extension. Available through TK International for �4,495,000Five-bedroom house on Hampstead Way, next to Hampstead Heath extension. Available through TK International for �4,495,000 (Image: Archant)

Ham & High: Five-bedroom house on Hampstead Way, next to Hampstead Heath extension. Available through TK International for �4,495,000Five-bedroom house on Hampstead Way, next to Hampstead Heath extension. Available through TK International for �4,495,000 (Image: Archant)

Directly opposite the Hampstead Heath extension, this double-fronted five bedroom house boasts 3,649sq ft of living space.

Living areas boast original features and views over the Heath extension.

There is also a sizable garden surrounding the house and parking for three cars.

vebra.com