Today three detached properties in York compete to be chosen for the Friday final of the Best House in Town: A Victorian cottage with its roots in the local past. A 1960’s farmhouse was given a new lease of life.

A modern penthouse with a killer view; A split level flat with a very sweet history; A new-build that takes the judges down ‘the rabbit hole’; And a Georgian flat built in the shadow of York’s medieval walls.

A two-up, two-down, 1930’s home reinvented for the modern taste; Another 1930’s home more traditionally restored; and a 1970’s communal build, with some surprises from its past.

An eco-friendly dream home designed for the future; A converted barn renovated with a slick, modern twist; And a 5 story Georgian townhouse saved from the jaws of dilapidation.

The winning homes from the four categories in York – the best detached, best apartment, best semi-detached, and best wildcard property – are revisited by the judges.

Today three terraces in St Albans go head-to-head in order to impress the 5 local judges and be chosen to compete in this week’s final of the Best House in Town.