You don't always have to head out to get the party started, as these extravagant houses prove. Designed for entertaining and dancing the night away, these lavish homes are sure to impress even VIP guests with glitzy nightclubs, plush movie theatres, lavish bars and even bowling alleys tucked within their walls. Put on your gladrags and let's go through the keyhole and onto the dancefloor...

Currently on the market for $55 million (£40m), this one-of-a-kind property offers 43,000 square feet of lavish living space. Known locally as ‘The Polo Estate of Montecito', the mansion is nestled on 20 acres of land just one minute from the nearest beach and comes fully equipped for party animals.

Built in 2005, the Mediterranean-style mansion features no end of opulent accommodation, including six bedrooms, eight bathrooms, a gourmet kitchen and a library. Luxury living on a grand scale, this regal living room dazzles with crystal chandeliers, columns, ornate ceilings and intricate fireplaces. If that wasn't enough, the estate also includes five guest suites for hosting VIP visitors in style.

Hidden deep within the huge home, the formal dining room comes complete with a 5,000-bottle wine cellar and tasting room that's sure to impress. Elsewhere, there's a 20-seat movie theatre, gym, salon, sports bar, helicopter hangar, parking for up to 100 cars and 17 horse stables. What more could you want?

However, the palatial property's pièce de résistance comes in the form of a disco room that can accommodate up to 200 people and even includes restrooms for guests. With shiny marble floors, disco balls suspended from the ceiling and plush white furnishings, it's the perfect place to party the night away, though you might have to wait a while before using it.

This 10-bedroom villa is the ultimate Dubai party mansion. Set in an exclusive location on a private strip of beach at the tip of one of the fronds that make up Palm Jumeriah, the sprawling villa boasts 42,000 square feet of luxurious living space and offers a beachside lifestyle we can only dream of. 

Featuring all the trappings of a high-end hotel, there are numerous living spaces, as well as a formal dining room with an adjacent lounge perfect for after-dinner drinks. Elsewhere, a full chef's kitchen sits alongside accommodation for up to 16 members of staff. One of four living spaces, this contemporary lounge has floor-to-ceiling windows and breathtaking ocean views.

The lavish property is perfect for entertaining, whether you want to chill out in the cosy 16-seat cinema or dance the night away in the private nightclub with your social bubble. Plus, to balance out the party lifestyle, the indoor pool and gym are perfect for keeping fit and healthy.

Benefitting from skyline views of the Burj Al Arab and Dubai Marina, the extensive private decks are nestled amongst lush foliage, allowing for complete privacy. There's also covered parking for up to seven cars – ideal for any extra guests – plus you can fish, kayak or paddleboard from the beach.

This VIP-style penthouse in Battersea, southwest London, takes up the top two floors of the exclusive Vicentia Court building. Currently on the market for $2.9 million (£2.1m), the building's muted, modern exterior is a world away from the apartment's glitzy interiors... 

Walking through the front door, it's clear to see that the home is the perfect place for hosting a city soirée. The ornate entryway features a sweeping staircase with an intricate wrought-iron balustrade, glittering marble floors, textured walls and an opulent gold dresser. 

The lavish accommodation is spread over 1,900 square feet – impressive square footage in the UK's space-starved capital – and comes with a luxurious living room, a designer kitchen complete with chandeliers and gilded finishes, and a balcony. There's also an upper floor with two extravagantly decorated bedrooms, both of which are ensuite. 

It may not be a mega-mansion, but this plush penthouse is made for entertaining. One wing of the living space features a grand mirrored wall and plenty of open space for a dance floor. Meanwhile, LED strip lighting, opulent curtains and dark red wallpaper help create a party atmosphere. Guests can even arrive by air, as there's a helipad on site. 

Once owned by British singer Craig David, this palatial penthouse boasts stunning accommodation and jaw-dropping views over downtown Miami. Sold by the artist in November 2019 for $4.3 million (£3m), it was the scene of many an extravagant celebrity party over the years. 

Situated by the water in the renowned Mondrian South Beach hotel, the expensive celebrity pad boasts an open-plan living room with monochrome interiors, two master suites with plush beds and a professional recording studio. 

The singer claimed that the incredible 1,900-square-foot home was distracting him from making music and we can't say we're surprised. The living room extends through to a bar area with a small dining table and a grand piano, while a bespoke lighting setup gives the space a party vibe. 

However, aside from the glamorous interior, the penthouse's stand-out feature has to be the spacious open-air terrace with multiple seating areas, a day bed, hot tub and views over Biscayne Bay. You could almost be in Ibiza! 

This super-luxury California estate, known as The Manor, sold in July 2019 for $119.75 million (£86m), making it the most expensive home ever sold in Los Angeles County, and we can see why. Bigger than the White House, it's located in the upscale Holmby Hills neighbourhood. 

Once owned by Formula One heiress Petra Ecclestone, who overhauled the design of the mansion with help from 500 workers over a period of nine weeks, a monochrome colour scheme runs throughout the lavish home. The grand hallway boasts a marble floor and sweeping double staircase, while two expansive formal living rooms are the perfect spots to entertain guests. 

However, the biggest secret is hiding in the luxurious basement. Designed to look like a nightclub, the space is home to a bar, pool room and two-lane bowling alley that comes complete with rental shoes. There's also a custom 20-seat theatre with two tiers of plush seating – great for social distancing – and a movie screen that rises from the floor. Elsewhere, there's a spa with a massage parlour, three hair stations and a manicure area – the perfect way to unwind after all that entertaining.

The grounds are just as stunning with winding paths and immaculate lawns sitting within five acres of grounds. There's also a citrus orchard, a koi pond and rose gardens for the perfect soirée backdrop. Meanwhile, to the rear of the mansion sits the resort-style swimming pool flanked by white stone paving and luxurious day beds.

This magnificent modern mega-mansion in the upscale Bel Air neighbourhood of Los Angeles was once the most expensive home listed in the USA. Developed by luxury Los Angeles developer Bruce Makowsky, the residence is inspired by the design of a luxury yacht. 

Spread over 38,000 square feet, the home boasts four sprawling floors and a total of 12 designer bedrooms and 21 bathrooms, with one featuring what Makowsky believes to be the largest hot tub ever built. Perfect for world-class catering, there are also three state-of-the-art gourmet kitchens. 

Full of luxury amenities, a showy 85-foot infinity pool takes pride of place at the centre of the floor plan and best of all, it's decked out with a theatre-sized movie screen and a swim-up bar. Elsewhere a polished steel spiral staircase leads upstairs, where a dining table featuring Roberto Cavalli settings overlooks the stunning vistas. 

Entertainment options are plentiful, from a bowling alley with gold and silver-plated bowling pins and plush Louis Vuitton décor to a theatre that can seat up to 40 people and even a jaw-dropping dedicated candy room bursting with sweet treats. Originally listed for $250 million (£180m), the home finally sold in October 2019 for $94 million (£68m). The unnamed buyer also purchased most of the high-end furniture for around $7 million (£5m). 

Offering seven bedrooms, four bathrooms and eight reception rooms, this Victorian manor is believed to date back to 1858. Named Edgeley Hall, it boasts a luxurious swimming pool, tennis courts, entertaining areas and even its own drinking hole, The Edgeley Arms. 

That's right, the basement has been converted into a private pub, with charming exposed brickwork throughout. The plush space features red and white wine cellars, a large dining area, a bar, a billiard table and a dartboard. Perfect if the local pub is closed!

One nook features a professional-grade pool table that's just screaming out for a tournament, while another area offers a rustic dining table that's perfect for casual dining. Made for entertaining, the home strikes a great balance between formal and casual social zones.

In addition to the basement pub, there's also a billiard room in the main house with its own bar area. Located in what was originally the property’s chapel, complete with stained-glass windows and original wooden floors, it's a characterful spot for hosting games nights with friends. 

Known as Heathcote, this jaw-dropping new country mansion was designed in the Arts and Crafts style and is located in Beaconsfield in England. Constructed to an extravagant specification by award-winning architectural practice Oakeve, it spans 11,000 square feet of opulent accommodation.

The very essence of luxury, it's the perfect home for entertaining, encompassing seven bedrooms, six bathrooms and five reception rooms. Every aspect of the design has been planned to perfection, from the floor-to-ceiling glazing, luxury kitchen and banquet-style dining zone to the wine cellar, bar, cinema room and landscaped grounds.

When entertaining, the showcase wine room adjoining the dining area is sure to impress guests. Climate-controlled to store your prized tipples at just the right temperature, this is a set-up for a wine connoisseur. 

After dinner, you can take your guests through to the lavish cinema room to see the latest blockbuster or grab a drink at the stylish cocktail bar. With comfy seating and plenty of storage for your favourite spirits, there's no need to leave the house – simply kick back, relax and put your order in. Champers, anyone?

Known as the Summerhouse, this incredible home in Southampton, New York has nine bedrooms, 12 bathrooms and 22,000 square feet of interior space. Alongside its pristine décor, it offers everything you could need for entertaining – pools, golf, tennis courts, basketball courts, bars, spas, saunas, a home cinema, library and so much more.

The plush home movie theatre has a tiered floor, just like you would find in a commercial cinema, while relaxed sofa-style seating ensures the utmost comfort. The opulent space is framed by a starry ceiling, creating the perfect ambience for film lovers. Pass the popcorn!

The lower level of the property comprises its very own entertainment suite with a stylish bar and seating area, a pool table, hockey table, gym, a spa with a steam room, sauna and massage rooms, plus its own juice bar. What's more, take the elevator up to the roof terrace and you'll find your very own putting green to tee off from under the New York sun.

Next to the main residence is the pool house, featuring a lounge, kitchenette, two bathrooms and changing room facilities – ideal for summer pool parties. Meanwhile, the custom-built pool is exquisite, flanked by loungers, umbrellas and neatly tended gardens. A sunken firepit accommodates evening entertaining when the temperature drops.

No residence says 'party' quite like The Lake House in the English village of Plaistow. As the night draws in, this impressive one-of-a-kind building is flooded with playful, multicoloured party lights. Situated in 21 rolling acres of land, the house is designed to be sustainable as well as stylish.

The ground floor entertainment space features floor-to-ceiling windows with breathtaking views across the grounds. It's the perfect social setup: have a drink at the bar with friends as live music drifts through the house, or enjoy a game or two of pool in the slick, metallic party room. 

The main living space is bright and modern, featuring an airy open-plan layout. The double-height room is framed by glass balconies the look down over the contemporary lower rooms. In the main lounge, a spectacular metal fireplace takes centre stage as the main focal point.

Perhaps one for a post-pandemic gathering, party guests travelling from far away can always make the journey by helicopter. There's plenty of space in the expansive grounds to land an aircraft and there's even a helicopter garage to park it in until the celebrations are over. 

Located in the centre of Paris just one mile from the Avenue des Champs-Élysées, this newly built home with its restored historic façade looks quite unlike all the contemporary party pads featured in our roundup so far. But behind the grand doors sits a modern masterpiece that's perfect for hosting... 

The exquisite property features 15 rooms in total, including grand reception rooms, a custom-made artisanal kitchen and a regal dining room, not to mention every luxury amenity imaginable. Upstairs, the master suite is spread across its own floor and features a separate salon, a large bathroom with a shower, Jacuzzi and a walk-in dressing room – but that isn't all.

The jaw-dropping mansion, which is currently on the market, also has three whole floors dedicated to entertaining alone. On one of the levels, a 1,500-square-foot family room sits alongside a TV area, a billiard table and a bar. Elsewhere, there's a wine cellar filled with top-quality wines and a tasting station, which gives a hint of what's to come... 

That's right, this palatial pad has a double-height nightclub complete with a DJ booth and balconies – the perfect place to dance the night away if you're missing going out to your favourite spot. There's also a 12-seater movie theatre where residents can unwind and recover after a night of partying. With all this, we'd struggle to find a reason to leave the house!

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