Kirstie splits her time between London and Devon (Image: Getty)
said ‘I do’ to her partner of 20 years in a secret ceremony surrounded by their closest family and friends.
The The 53-year-old Location, Location, Location star once stated she was “happily unmarried”, but it appears she changed her mind after she exchanged vows with her 64-year-old property tycoon partner Ben Andersen.
The happy couple first met at a party in 2004 and have two sons together: Bay, 18, and 16-year-old Oscar.
reported the happy news, claiming that Kirstie and Ben got married in Mayfair in London and that the event was “elegant and lowkey.”
Away from the cameras, Kirstie is a formidable figure in the property sector. Not only does she assist guests in finding their dream homes on TV, but she also oversees her own impressive collection of properties.
The high street in Devon’s Honiton (Image: Getty)
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The property power couple balance managing a London home, a property in Devon, and various other projects.
The family lives in Notting Hill, West London, and also owns a luxurious house near Honiton.
This Devon residence has been featured in Kirstie’s Homemade Home and Kirstie’s Handmade Britain and is available for holiday lettings for a staggering £2,200 per week.
Speaking to West London Living, she said she lives between Devon and Notting Hill, “because basically, I think they’re the nicest places to live”.
She added: “I love west London. We grew up in the country, but always had a flat in Knightsbridge and west London was very exciting growing up.
“When we met, my partner had a house in Devon, so we spent every weekend and holiday there. I love London and would never leave, but Devon is amazing and the children love it.”
Kirstie has a home near Honiton (Image: Getty)
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The Devon property even boasts a tennis court, which Kirstie reportedly transformed into an outdoor dining area to accommodate her eleven-member TV crew during the pandemic.
Kirstie refurbished the property just a few years back, incorporating design choices from her cousin, renowned designer Cath Kidston.
Asked what she loves most about living in Devon, Kirstie told Amazing Westcountry Homes: “It’s the variety, the moors, different coastlines, beautiful villages – there’s a lot packed into Devon.”
Born into a notable lineage, Kirstie is accustomed to affluence as the daughter of Charles Henry Allsopp, 6th Baron Hindlip, possessing the title The Honourable Kirstie Allsopp.
Her sister Sofie Allsopp also boasts a flourishing career as both a real estate specialist and television presenter.
Kirstie loves to spend time at Welcombe Mouth (Image: Getty)
Honiton is a lively market town, just a few miles from Devon’s famous Jurassic Coast. It’s also widely regarded as the antiques hub of the South West.
With a mix of independent shops, cafés, and historical buildings, it also has street markets held on Tuesdays and Saturdays.
It’s close to other towns around Devon, such as Seaton, Sidmouth and Beer where you can admire the stunning coast and enjoy a day on the beach. It also has direct trains to nearby Exeter, which take about 30 minutes, while London Waterloo is a three-hour journey.
The charming market town is also surrounded by the beautiful East Devon countryside, with plenty of walking routes, including the Blackdown Hills – an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
According to Rightmove, house prices in Honiton have an overall average of £286,077 over the last year.