Country houses for sale

Best country houses for sale this week

From a truly magnificent Shropshire stately home to a string of delightful thatched cottages, enjoy our pick of the finest homes for sale in Britain today.

Suffolk — £19,000,000

On the market for the first time in 101 years, the Glemham Hall Estate is a property that is staggering in every sense.

There is over 1,700 acres of land, with the 36,000sq ft Glemham Hall at its heart.

For sale with Strutt & Parker. See more pictures and details for this property.

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Buckinghamshire — £4,750,000

A picture-perfect country house with wood-panelled walls, 16.7 acres of grounds and much more.

It also has the greenest bathroom we’ve seen for many a year, somehow a perfect match for the wonderful views of fields and trees.

For sale with Knight Frank. See more pictures and details for this property.


Wiltshire — £349,950

A fully-refurbished (and recently thatched) Grade II-listed cottage with three bedrooms and a fine garden.

Internally it’s not what you’d have expected: totally refurbished and left as an almost entirely blank canvas for the new owner to make their mark.

For sale with Cooper and Tanner. See more pictures and details for this property.


Biggar, Scottish Borders — £3,600,000

A sumptuous property with turrets, battlements and magnificent views, Hartree House is a sprawling 14-bedroom property in over 22 acres of grounds.

The estate itself dates back to the 14th century, though the main house itself is a blend of Georgian, Victorian and 21st century — the latter courtesy of total refurbishment, some new additions, ground-source heating and solar panels.

It’s the beauty of the place inside that we’re most struck by, however, not least the graceful hallway with its green walls and parquet flooring.

For sale with Savills. See more pictures of this property.


Bath — £4,895,000

It’s hard to beat a majestic Georgian townhouse, and this wonderful home is a good an example as you’ll see.

The location is pretty much perfect, near Henrietta Park and Pulteney Bridge in the heart of the city.

For sale with Savills. See more pictures and details for this property.


Somerset — £2,400,000

An immaculate 17th century Somerset farmhouse with stables, 16.33 acres, and views out to Glastonbury Tor and Cadbury Castle.

For sale with Knight Frank. See more pictures and details for this property.


Somerset — £2,200,000

Tucked away in a hopelessly bucolic setting is this elegant former rectory, with two further cottages amid its extensive gardens and grounds.

For sale with Stags. See more pictures and details for this property.


Leicestershire — £2,000,000

A grand and imposing former rectory in a delightful Leicestershire village.

It’s a house full of lovely surprises, from the orangery and spiral staircase to the bar.

For sale with Bentons. See more pictures and details for this property.


Somerset — £1,750,000

Fabulous private grounds surround this house that’s ideal for a large family: there are 13 bedrooms on offer.

For sale with Sandersons. See more pictures and details for this property.


Kent — £1,650,000

A six-bedroom home near the sea at Sandwich which quite simply ticks every box.

For sale with Strutt & Parker. See more pictures and details for this property.


Kent — £1,375,000

Close enough to Canterbury, far enough out to enjoy space and views, this lovely farmhouse is delightful inside and full of potential.

For sale with Hobbs Parker. See more pictures and details for this property.


Shropshire — £12,500,000

Simply breathtaking, one of the great houses in Shropshire has come up for sale — yet amazingly, it’s brand new.

Yes, this new-build home has only just been completed. It’s palatial inside and out.

For sale with Savills. See more pictures and details for this property.


Buckinghamshire — £1,500,000

A double-fronted Victorian house surrounded by a mature garden.

There’s work to be done inside, but this is a lovely family home with an indoor swimming pool.

For sale with Michael Graham. See more pictures and details for this property.


Gloucestershire — £2,950,000

Over 3,500 sq ft of space in this graceful and elegant house that sits in the lovely village of Blockley, near Chipping Campden.

The house’s evolution over the years can be seen in the mix of styles both inside and out, but the whole place has been superbly done inside.

For sale with Knight Frank. See more pictures and details for this property.


Somerset — £2,250,000

In a superb position overlooking the surrounding Quantocks, this country house is unlisted yet full of beautiful character touches, from flagstone floors to mullioned windows.

It’s beautifully redone inside, and comes with a pair of cottages.

For sale with Knight Frank. See more pictures and details for this property.


Surrey — £4,250,000

Eastbury Manor ‘exudes the elegance and grandeur of a bygone era’, a wonderful house with grounds that include a lake.

As well as its own beauty, this house has a superb location in a village between Guildford and Farnham, with easy access to the A3 and mainline rail services to London.

For sale with Strutt & Parker. See more pictures and details for this property.


East Sussex — £2,650,000

A beautiful house that’s far newer than it looks (it was build after the Second World War) that is set in a glorious, secluded spot.

Swimming pool, tennis court and substantial garage are among the extras at this lovely five-bedroom home in three acres of grounds.

For sale with Knight Frank. See more pictures and details for this property.


Gloucestershire — £3,500,000

A wonderful old house which, inside, has the feel of a wonderful new house.

For sale with Knight Frank. See more pictures and details for this property.


Surrey — £4,495,000

The exposed timbers throughout this house give it a sort of medieval hall vibe, enhanced still further by the huge open fireplace in the main living area.

While the house is huge (at 11,000sq ft) the outside facilities are perhaps even more of a draw, with a lovely pool, terrace area and tennis court. There’s also a fine village location between Guildford and Woking.

For sale with Knight Frank. See more pictures and details for this property.


Warwickshire — £4,500,000

In the beautiful village of Shipston-on-Stour, you’d think at first glance this house was a couple of hundred years old; in fact it was built in 2012.

The result is a home that’s charming to look at, and full of modern convenience, technology and insulation. It even has a superb name: Wolf House.

For sale with Savills. See more pictures and details for this property.


Devon — £5,250,000

A house that is dubbed ‘one of the UK’s most spectacular coastal homes’, between Croyde and Saunton.

For sale with Savills. See more pictures and details for this property.


Oxfordshire — £3,950,000

A late-17th century house in a small estate of 157 acres, with an irresistibly romantic timewarp feel, both inside and out.

For sale with Savills. See more pictures and details for this property.


Devon — £600,000

A thatched, detached home offering beautiful beamed accommodation and wonderful terraced gardens.

For sale with Fine & Country. See more pictures and details for this property.


Shropshire — £995,000

A character house with an indoor pool? That’s what is in offer at this sympathetically-renovated Grade II-listed timber-framed home.

For sale with Balfours via OnTheMarket. See more pictures and details for this property.


Somerset — £1,000,000

A quintessential chocolate-box thatched cottage with beautiful gardens, large garage and outbuildings.

For sale with Cooper and Tanner via OnTheMarket. See more pictures and details for this property.


Dorset — £1,100,000

Braggs Farmhouse is a charming example of a 16th-century, stone-built farmhouse in a village near Dorchester.

For sale with Knight Frank via OnTheMarket. See more pictures and details for this property.


Somerset — £2,350,000

In a village between Bristol and Bath is this picture-perfect old farmhouse, with dining room, drawing room and snooker room as well as five bedrooms over three floors.

As well as the main house the sale also includes four property lets which bring in — according to the agents — around £100,000 a year.

For sale with Strutt & Parker. See more pictures and details for this property.


Berkshire — £2,500,000

Pretty wonderful outside, even better within — this wonderful five-bedroom home on the banks of the Thames at Henley is a gem.

A south-facing terrace, large garden, river frontage and garage — plus a keen price considering the location — make this a tempting option.

For sale with Knight Frank. See more pictures and details for this property.


Bedfordshire — £1,250,000

Plenty of space, large gardens wrapping around the property and an eminently commutable location (close to both Harlington station and the M1) are the big draws at this six-bedroom family home.

There is perhaps some upgrading you’d probably wish to do (not including the beautiful kitchen) but everything you’d want of a delightful character home is present and correct.

For sale with Michael Graham. See more pictures and details for this property.


Surrey — £5,000,000

This stunning Grade II-listed, Arts-and-Crafts family home (also pictured at the top of the page) is within a short walk of Guildford town centre, yet enjoys secluded south-facing gardens with far reaching views.

The house’s very name gives away its most impressive feature: Garden Court’s gardens were thoughtfully designed by Gertrude Jekyll herself.

For sale with Knight Frank. See more pictures and details for this property.


Bedfordshire — £2,950,000

A truly idyllic Georgian house with wonderful rooms, walled gardens and more — a real joy of a house.

The house has a lovely rural location, yet is easily commutable with the M1 and mainline rail from Luton both within easy reach.

For sale with Savills. See more pictures and details for this property.


Surrey — £3,450,000

A beautiful and substantial country house in Pyle Hill, arguably one of the best locations between Guildford and Woking, with fine gardens backing onto Sutton Green Golf Course.

The main house — including the garage and pool complex — runs to 8,648 sq ft, but remains comfortable and inviting despite its size. The impeccably designed garden has been a labour of love for the sellers, with its manicured lawns, well-stocked beds and mature trees.

For sale with Knight Frank. See more pictures and details for this property.


Cumbria — £2,250,000

On the edge of the Lake District yet also close to the coast, this is a hugely impressive home history, character and 11 acres.

There are 17 bedrooms, so if you’re keen then put in an offer now before they snap it up for the next series of The Traitors.

For sale with Strutt & Parker. See more pictures and details for this property.


Berkshire — £3,000,000

Just outside Ascot, this lovely house has idyllic and very private gardens.

Inside there is a fresh, bright feel to the place which makes it feel ideal as a family home in this hugely popular area.

For sale with Strutt & Parker. See more pictures and details for this property.


Gloucestershire — £3,500,000

Situated on the edge of a popular Cotswold village, Longmoor House offers exceptional living space, annexe and studio cottage surrounded by in all about 9.17 acres of rolling countryside.

Longmoor House is located in a private position at the end of a long drive of the outskirts of Ebrington surrounded by beautiful countryside.

For sale with Knight Frank. See more pictures and details for this property.


Kent — £5,500,000

‘Sprawling’ is the first word that comes to mind of this eight-bedroom house on the edge of a popular Kent village near Sissinghurst: there is over 12,000 sq ft here.

The house includes a huge swimming pool complex, a number of outbuildings and 10 acres of land — and the property is unlisted, providing scope for your imagination to run (relatively) free when it comes to adding more.

For sale with Savills. See more pictures and details for this property.


Kent — £2,500,000

Elfords is a Grade II-listed hall house whose oldest parts date to 1422, surrounded by beautiful gardens in a superb village location, with exceptional gardens.

Mullioned windows, ornate chimneys and an impressive wooden panelled entrance catch your eye as you arrive, while a double-height vaulted ceiling entrance hall with grand staircase provides a bit of wow factor inside.

For sale with Knight Frank. See more pictures and details for this property.


Bedfordshire — £1,400,000

This converted water mill comes with fishing rights on the River Ouzel, as well as gardens and paddocks stretching to six acres.

It’s full of character features inside, including some of the old machinery incorporated into this five-bedroom house.

For sale with Michael Graham. See more pictures and details for this property.


Hampshire — £1,400,000

Banks Cottage is a charming period house, set amid lovely gardens, which has been thoughtfully extended and improved over recent years.

The ground floor features an impressive drawing room — with wood burner, exposed timbers and original brick detail — as well as an adjoining garden room with beautiful views over the gardens and three further reception rooms.

For sale with Knight Frank. See more pictures and details for this property.


Hampshire — £1,200,000

A historic period townhouse, not listed, charming interior with immense potential, situated in the very heart of the city, close to the High Street, Buttercross and with unique views to the west front of Winchester Cathedral.

Minster Cottage was originally part of Minster House and up until recently has been used as an eminent art gallery.

For sale with Knight Frank. See more pictures and details for this property.


County Durham — £4,250,000

13 bedrooms, nine bathrooms, and separate drawing, morning, sitting and dining rooms make this spectacular country house the real deal for those looking for life on an epic scale.

Set in over 100 acres of parkland and woodland, this Grade II*-listed house also comes with a lodge, cottage, coach house and stables, plus tennis court, walled garden and more.

For sale with Strutt & Parker. See more pictures and details for this property.


Bristol — £1,600,000

A charming, Grade II-listed Georgian townhouse in Clifton has huge amounts of charm, a popular location, and a wonderful stylish blend of old and new within.

It also comes with a basement flat which has apparently been let out for around £30k per year, which should go a long way to covering your mortgage on the rest of this home.

For sale with Fine & Country. See more pictures and details for this property.


Surrey — £4,250,000

Truly beautiful inside and out, and with one of the nices outdoor swimming pools we’ve seen in a long time, this six-bedroom house as a delightful old place with lovely gardens, stable and paddocks.

It also has a lovely location in the idyllic and enormously popular village of Chiddingfold, which sits a few miles south of Godalming and east of Haslemere.

For sale with Knight Frank. See more pictures and details for this property.


Hampshire — £5,350,000

This 18th century, Grade II-listed house in the countryside has five bedrooms, a separate coach house and 17 acres of grounds that include a wild flower meadow and an orchard.

Inside it’s as elegant and beautiful as it is outside, with huge windows, high ceilings and a marvllous hallway with arches leading to the curving staitcase.

For sale with Knight Frank. See more pictures and details for this property.


Somerset — £3,750,000

If you’re dreaming of the sort of classic Georgian country house that looks like it belongs in a Jane Austen novel, this wonderful home in Stoke-sub-Hamdon seems to tick every box, with six bedrooms, six reception rooms and 22 acres.

The decoration inside is a bold mix of old and new — there’s a dining room full of antiques but a sitting room with bright green, pink and purple upholstery — but this is very much a home that you could easily put your own stamp on in no time.

For sale with Savills. See more pictures and details for this property.


Bedfordshire — £1,500,000

An old stone farmhouse that’s been made into a bright, colourful and pretty country home, with a huge lawn ringed with mature trees

The orangery and indoor swimming pool are among the highlights of this bright, cheerful and eminently liveable house.

For sale with Michael Graham. See more pictures and details for this property.


Hampshire — £2,600,000

In a village a few minutes off the A3 near Haslemere, this picture-perfect home has charm, space, equestrian facilities and a glorious country kitchen with an Aga and butler sink.

Five bedrooms plus a two-bed self-contained annexe are on offer in this Elizabethan property — and it’s within a couple of miles of the station at Liphook, from where you can be in London in just over an hour.

For sale with Knight Frank. See more pictures and details for this property.


Kent — £2,500,000

There’s updating to be done here, but the incredible ballroom alone might be enough to sell this 10-bedroom home in the Kent Downs AONB, not far from Canterbury

As if the prospect of throwing lavish balls weren’t enough, there is also everything from a squash court to a (disused) cricket pitch within the 104 acres on offer.

For sale with Strutt & Parker. See more pictures and details for this property.


Kirknewton, Midlothian — £4,500,000

A rare find, this Grade B-listed baby castle — technically a Scots Baronial house — is in the countryside just a few miles south-west of Edinburgh.

There are six bedrooms and 15 acres of land in a beautiful, well-kept home that’s wonderfully well presented.

It’s an ideal house for outdoor types, with equestrian facilities and paddocks as well as its own tennis court — and all within half an hour of the centre of Edinburgh.

For sale with Ellisons. See more pictures of this property.