18 fine country houses, from £430k to £2.5 million, as seen in Country Life
Our round-up this week includes farmhouses, small estates and commuter homes with character.


Hertfordshire — £2,000,000
A stunning detached five/six bed residence, circa 3,500 sq. ft. with fantastic leisure facilities in wonderful 1 acre grounds.
For sale with Ashtons via OnTheMarket. See more pictures and details about this property.
West Sussex — £1,295,000
A well-presented family equestrian property with 7.3 acres and stables. Conveniently located west of the popular town of Horsham.
North Yorkshire — £975,000
Equestrian property comprising farmhouse, outbuildings and land in an extraordinary setting overlooking Ryedale countryside.
For sale with Blenkin & Co via OnTheMarket. See more pictures and details about this property.
Berkshire — £2,500,000
A beautifully presented seven bedroom property, located in a desirable cul-de-sac, just 1 mile from Sunningdale village.
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For sale with Chancellors via OnTheMarket. See more pictures and details about this property.
Suffolk — £500,000
With easy access to Woodbridge this delightful family home is set in the picturesque countryside, offering a great sized garden.
For sale with Fenn Wright via OnTheMarket. See more pictures and details about this property.
Surrey — £1,385,000
A stunning family home benefitting from a large open-plan kitchen/family room, gated driveway and beautiful manicured gardens.
For sale with Barton Wyatt via OnTheMarket. See more pictures and details about this property.
West Glamorgan — £975,000
A spectacular opportunity to acquire an immaculately presented four bed home set in a superb location with breath-taking views.
Dumfries & Galloway — £430,000
A spacious contemporary villa in a sought-after yachting destination.
For sale with Galbraith via OnTheMarket. See more pictures and details about this property.
Herefordshire — £1,100,000
Attractive and spacious former farmhouse situated in a super, rural location with 6 acres of pastureland.
For sale with Grant & Co via OnTheMarket. See more pictures and details about this property.
Surrey — £925,000
Fantastic family home in a highly regarded and popular location.
For sale with Jackson-Stops via OnTheMarket. See more pictures and details about this property.
Oxfordshire — £800,000
Set on the Thames Path away from any main roads with lovely views, this conversion is quite a find.
For sale with Mullie via OnTheMarket. See more pictures and details about this property.
West Yorkshire — £1,150,000
Stunning six bedroom detached Grade II listed home which comes with a detached former coach house.
For sale with Ryder & Dutton via OnTheMarket. See more pictures and details about this property.
Devon — £625,000
A wonderfully situated moorland cottage with outbuildings, paddock and annexe conversion, all set in 1.2 acres.
For sale with Stags via OnTheMarket. See more pictures and details about this property.
Hampshire — £1,400,000
A stunning five bedroom detached home with stylish accommodation, in delightful gardens and grounds of about 0.75 of an acre.
For sale with Strutt & Parker via OnTheMarket. See more pictures and details about this property.
Norfolk — £675,000
Contemporary four bed home with four bathrooms, garage, store, terraced gardens and fabulous views over Diss Mere. EPC C.
For sale with TW Gaze via OnTheMarket. See more pictures and details about this property.
Shropshire — £1,200,000
An outstanding six bedroom house offering multi-generational living and outstanding views on the banks of the River Meese.
For sale with Balfours via OnTheMarket. See more pictures and details about this property.
Cornwall — £1,175,000
Four bedroom barn conversion in an idyllic location with indoor swimming pool, equestrian facilities and 22 acres of grounds.
For sale with Fine & Country via OnTheMarket. See more pictures and details about this property.
Wiltshire — £715,000
A Grade II listed detached four bedroom home built in the 1860s, located within walking distance of Marlborough town centre.
For sale with Winkworth via OnTheMarket. See more pictures and details about this property.
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