Rick Stein, 77, has become a household name in the UK thanks to his popular restaurants and cookery books.

The chef is probably best known for his acclaimed restaurants along the south coast, several of which are in the idyllic seaside town of Padstow.

He also has restaurants in Winchester in Hampshire, Sandbanks in Dorset, Barnes in London and Newquay in Cornwall.

Stein is also the head chef and a co-owner of the "Rick Stein at Bannisters" restaurants in Mollymook and Port Stephens in Australia.

Unsurprisingly, the professional chef has quite the property portfolio, splitting his time between his pad in Padstow, Cornwall, London and Australia.

The chef said previously that he and his wife Sarah typically split their time between Australia and the UK, according to Hello! Magazine.

In fact, several of Stein's TV shows are filmed inside his homes including his coastal retreat in Padstow.

Padstow, which is located on Cornwall's north coast, is a foodie hotspot and home to four of Stein's restaurants - The Seafood Restaurant, St. Petroc's Bistro, Stein's Fish & Chips and The Cornish Arms.

Stein spends a lot of time at his home in Padstow - and it's easy to see why. Small glimpses inside his home reveal a lavish nautical-themed kitchen with a huge island and porcelain worktops and a cosy living room with a beige sofa and a generous bookcase.

Stein previously told CornwallLive he "always" returns to Cornwall despite travelling the world.

He said: “For years I’ve been lucky enough to travel the world but I always return to Cornwall. The county’s famous for rugged coastlines and sweeping beaches but Cornwall has so much more to offer. As a child, I remember the excitement of crossing into Cornwall. It was like entering an enchanted land. I want to show people what this place means to me.”

Padstow itself is a popular holiday destination throughout the year that's known for its glorious beaches, stunning views and variety of eateries and pubs.

If you're a self-described foodie, Padstow is the place to be. Visitors can indulge in tapas, Cornish pasties, traditional fish and chips and more refined fare at the Michelin-star Paul Ainsworth at Number 6.

Visitors looking to soak in Padstow's rugged scenery should head to Treyarnon Bay Beach, a sandy beach backed by sand dunes that are surrounded by low cliffs. Rock pools, shallow waters and soft sands make this a particularly popular spot with families.

Harlyn Bay, located further north of Treyarnon Bay Beach, is another must-visit. The beach has golden sands and pebbles and is incredibly spacious.

Padstow's natural beauty, bustling high street and seafood restaurants make it a sought-after place to live.

Properties in Padstow had an overall average price of £524,100 over the last year, according to Rightmove.

The majority of sales in Padstow during the last year were terraced properties, selling for an average price of £362,067. Detached properties sold for an average of £882,500, with semi-detached properties fetching £512,333.

Overall, sold prices in Padstow over the last year were 31 percent down on the previous year and four percent down on the 2021 peak of £548,763.

When the TV chef isn't at his home in Padstow, he can be found at his abode in West London, not far from his restaurant in Barnes.

Stein's home in West London is similar to his Cornish property with tall bookcases, a neutral colour palette and plenty of natural light.

The professional chef's home in Australia is truly unique with a striped sofa in the living room, white shutters and a shelf full of books.

The couple's home down under also has a beautiful sunroom which includes a homemade lampshade constructed by Sarah.

The sunroom is full of natural light and has incredible views of the surrounding scenery.