16 delightful homes for sale, from cottages to converted churches, as seen in Country Life
We take a look at some of the finest homes to appear in Country Life over the past week or so.


Argyll & Bute — £790,000
Most attractive, traditional farmhouse with seven self-catering cottages and extensive garden grounds, close to historic Inveraray.
For sale with Galbraith via OnTheMarket. See more pictures and details about this property.
Cheshire — £1,295,000
A Grade II listed property standing in over 6 acres with six bedrooms, outbuildings, mature gardens and a tennis court.
For sale with Jackson Property via OnTheMarket. See more pictures and details about this property.
Cornwall — £595,000
Two miles from the sea but in beautiful countryside, this charming detached four bed cottage is set in secluded mature gardens.
For sale with Stags via OnTheMarket. See more pictures and details about this property.
Derbyshire — £900,000
An outstanding barn conversion offering substantial accommodation, set in 0.88 acres with a 1.99 acre paddock with glorious views.
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For sale with John German via OnTheMarket. See more pictures and details about this property.
Devon — £750,000
A large family home with separate annexe set in 3 acres including your own woodland. Conveniently located 5 miles from the city.
East Dunbartonshire — £995,000
Caerleon is a beautiful red sandstone villa with accommodation over three floors, including two self-contained apartments.
For sale with Savills via OnTheMarket. See more pictures and details about this property.
East Sussex — £680,000
Beautifully presented, heavily timbered detached Grade II listed property with fine period features occupying a village location.
For sale with Phillips & Stubbs via OnTheMarket. See more pictures and details about this property.
Essex — £680,000
A fabulous five bedroom family home with outstanding farmland views to the rear, located in a rural Essex village.
Kent — £900,000
Idyllic five bed Grade II listed 16th Century thatched cottage with double garage, set in a picturesque and award-winning garden.
For sale with Sandersons UK via OnTheMarket. See more pictures and details about this property.
North Yorkshire — £525,000
Chapel House is a stunning four bedroom detached former chapel believed to date back to 1905, situated in the village of Spofforth.
Staffordshire — £1,500,000
Fauld Manor is a country home with a traditional feel, spectacular grounds, a two bedroom cottage and excellent commuter links.
For sale with Fine & Country via OnTheMarket. See more pictures and details about this property.
West Yorkshire — £1,200,000
Mediterranean style detached six bedroom villa with commanding views, spacious reception rooms and south-facing garden.
For sale with David Phillip via OnTheMarket. See more pictures and details about this property.
West Yorkshire — £1,250,000
Stunning duplex in a Regency mansion set in a beautiful rural location. Over 3700 sq.ft. and 2 hours to London by rail from York.
Wiltshire — £1,450,000
Situated within a picturesque rural setting, this quintessential Grade II listed period farmhouse is set within 3.85 acres.
For sale with James Pyle & Co via OnTheMarket. See more pictures and details about this property.
Bedfordshire — £695,000
A superb five bedroom detached family home on a fifth of an acre plot, just 3 miles from Bedford with fast trains to London.
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