Witanhurst is the largest private home in London, only slightly smaller than Buckingham Palace. The imposing Georgian mansion sits on five acres in Highgate, one of the most sought-after areas in the city; neighbors include George Michael and Kate Moss. Since 1970, when the aristocratic owner ran out of cash for its upkeep, Witanhurst has been largely vacant, save for the occasional film or TV shoot. Consecutive owners tried and failed to secure permission from the local governing … (View original article)