Stately home: Kingston mansion built by Field Marshall Haig where Roosevelt and Eisenhower reportedly stayed for sale

Not one but two celebrated names owned Ravenswood Court, a 10-bedroom mansion in Coombe, Kingston upon Thames.

It was built by Field-Marshal Earl Haig (1861-1928) and Roosevelt and Eisenhower were said to have been guests there.

It was later the family home of Bafta-winning film, TV and theatre actor Joss Ackland.

The interiors are inspired by 12th-century Scottish castles, with a wonderful mix of architectural highlights and modern touches, including an indoor swimming pool which these days is a popular party spot.

The entrance hall has medieval double doors leading to an exquisite formal drawing room with rare pine panelling and flooring rumoured to have come from Windsor Castle.

Such regal surroundings carry a £6 million price tag on Estate and Agent’s books.