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The 'majestic' swathes of Cheshire and Yorkshire in line to become England's newest AONBsEngland looks set to have two new Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty, in Cheshire and Yorkshire. Carla Passino reports.
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The UK's top property hotspots over the last 10 years — and the place where property is cheaper now than a decade agoPrices rose by an average of 54.7% in the past decade, but some surprising locations saw much higher increases — while one even saw a drop. Carla Passino takes a look.
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A grand country house with unparalleled nature views near ChichesterA magnificent Arts & Crafts property that's ideal for entertaining, Honer House also looks out across the RSPB Pagham Harbour nature reserve.
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A modernist house by the architect that inspired James Bond's arch-villainTeesdale, in Windlesham, Surrey, was built by Ernö Goldfinger, the inspiration for Auric Goldfinger, and it's luxurious enough to suit a Bond villain.
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A fairytale cottage in need of work in North DevonThis Grade II-listed cottage in Lynton could make the perfect summer escape once renovation is completed.
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How Clerkenwell turned from monastic outpost into a hotbed of revolutionaries only to become one of London's most sought-after villagesIts renovated warehouse buildings feel thoroughly modern, but this creative district in the capital can trace its roots back to medieval times, finds Carla Passino.
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A charming, Grade II-listed house with its own ancient tortoiseGrade II-listed The Old Dairy, in Box, Wiltshire, has four bedrooms, a lovely sitting room with open fire—and a 94-year-old tortoise living in the walled garden.
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A beautiful family home in Buckinghamshire, with delightful gardens and a streamWith plenty of space, striking interiors and exquisite gardens, Minshulls, in Aston Clinton, is the ideal place for a family.
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A Grade II-listed Georgian house with magnificent gardens that's one of the biggest — and prettiest — in RedruthExquisite interiors meet delightful gardens at Trewirgie House, in Redruth, which also has the benefit of having additional accommodation to let.
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A pastel coloured 'village-within-a-village' in picturesque Appledore, DevonHidden behind a single door is a delightful collection of Grade II-listed houses and flats for sale.
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What to look for in a great retirement propertyAs growing numbers of people are choosing to downsize to age-exclusive developments, Carla Passino discovers what makes a great retirement property.
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A panoramic country house in Wales at the price of a large London flat, with swimming pool, Japanese bridge and walled gardenFirst advertised in Country Life in 1905, The Lee, near Knighton in Powys, makes the most of its glorious setting and period interiors.
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As woodland is booming, and planting trees has become the right thing to do — with both heart and headInvesting in woodland has never been more popular, and the reasons are as much about sustainability as they are commercial. Carla Passino explains more.
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A historic Scottish castle, complete with battlements, a loch and its very own ghostBuilt by Mary Caroline, Duchess of Sutherland, to spite her husband's family, Carbisdale Castle has it all, from royal connections to a trout-filled loch.
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Can we make our houses Green? The huge battle we face to make our properties fit for a carbon-neutral worldDecarbonising the UK housing stock is one of the biggest challenges the country faces. Carla Passino investigates.
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A charming family home in Kent with magnificent, wildlife-friendly gardensThe Croft, in Detling, has repeatedly won awards for its striking grounds, which support a variety of wildlife.
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A magnificent, Grade I-listed house in Devon, where Charles I once sleptSet at the edge of the village of Bradninch, Grade I-listed The Manor House combines a rich history with exquisite interiors and glorious gardens.
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A hopelessly romantic beach hut in Cornwall that once hosted Kate Winslet, up for sale at £1.7 millionPopular with celebrities and surfers alike, The Beach Hut, in Millook, is a charming seaside home at quite a price — but it comes with its own stretch of beach and 40 acres of Cornwall.
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A grand Hampshire house in need of renovation, which once belonged to Jane Austen's nephewHome to George Austen until 1895, Oaklands House, in Rowland's Castle, Hampshire, has kept intact many period features, but now needs some TLC.
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A Grade II-listed, beautifully renovated barn in a vibrant Bedfordshire villageThe Dovecote, in Colmworth, Bedfordshire combined sleek modern style with striking period features.
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Best walking boots for women, from walks in the woods to hiking the HimalayasWhether you are planning a long country walk or a gentle stroll on a well-beaten path, make the most of the good season with our round-up of the best footwear.
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A Grade II*-listed manor set in idyllic grounds in the South HamsDating from the 17th century, Ranscombe Manor combines period elegance with manicured grounds and an amazing setting.
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England's top rural hotspots as property prices soaring amid dwindling supplyA buoyant market sees rising house values with the South East of England leading the charge in the country sector.
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A striking contemporary house with spectacular views across Rutland WaterHighfield House, in Hambleton, Rutland, has been specifically designed to make the most of the panorama over the wildlife-rich reservoir.
