22 beautiful houses, from a heavenly Hampshire home to a loch-side lodge in Scotland
We look back at some of the finest homes to appear in Country Life over the past week or so.


Argyll & Bute - £600,000
Baronial-style villa on shores of Loch Fyne, significantly modernised with spacious accommodation and many period features.
For sale with Galbraith via OnTheMarket.com. See more pictures and details about this property.
Bedfordshire - £495,000
A detached barn conversion with three double bedrooms, within private gardens, situated on the edge of the village.
For sale with Michael Graham via OnTheMarket.com. See more pictures and details about this property.
Buckinghamshire – £4,250,000
A Grade II listed Georgian country house in a parkland setting.
For sale with Knight Frank. See more pictures and details about this property.
Chelsea – £10,950,000
An exceptional five bedroom Chelsea house with a private garage.
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For sale with Knight Frank. See more pictures and details about this property.
Co. Durham - £399,950
Majestic, stone four double bed farmhouse restored to a high standard. Looks over Murton Village Green with easy access to A19/A1M.
Cornwall - £365,000
Three bed coastal holiday home on managed estate. Sea views, indoor swimming pool, gym, sauna - excellent second home/investment.
For sale with Chartsedge via OnTheMarket.com. See more pictures and details about this property.
Devon - £680,000
Recently renovated, four double bed house in the centre of this sought-after village. Landscaped gardens with generous patio area.
For sale with Hall and Scott via OnTheMarket.com. See more pictures and details about this property.
Devon - £795,000
Privately located four bed country house, two reception rooms, 9 acres of pasture/woodland and a barn with planning permission.
For sale with Stags via OnTheMarket.com. See more pictures and details about this property.
Devon - Price on application
Luxury, new build, prime waterfront development of 7 apartments
For sale with Knight Frank. See more pictures and details about this property.
Devon – £1,800,000
A splendidly situated Grade II listed waterside cottage, directly fronting onto Cooks Quay, in the heart of Salcombe, with a garage and a private running mooring.
For sale with Charles Head. See more pictures and details about this property.
Essex - £1,500,000
The Old Vicarage is an outstanding Victorian home, set in an elevated position on the edge of the spectacular Colne Valley.
For sale with Chewton Rose via OnTheMarket.com. See more pictures and details about this property.
Essex - £695,000
A recently constructed four bed detached residence occupying a lovely semi-rural location. Three receptions, 2/3 acre, small paddock.
For sale with Fenn Wright via OnTheMarket.com. See more pictures and details about this property.
Gwynedd - £875,000
Five bedrooms (all en-suite), coastal surroundings, sea views, approx. 3 acres with paddocks, business area, gym, extensive garaging.
For sale with Sanderson via OnTheMarket.com. See more pictures and details about this property.
Hampshire - £1,275,000
An exquisitely-presented thatched cottage with views over the Test Valley, set in beautiful gardens.
Hertfordshire - £1,100,000
An outstanding detached residence beautifully presented throughout and set in a substantial plot backing onto woodland.
For sale with Oakleys Estate via OnTheMarket.com. See more pictures and details about this property.
Norfolk - £975,000
Rosedale Farm House is in excellent order with grounds of 0.54 acres (STS) with an independent Coach House and a one bed annexe.
For sale with Pointens via OnTheMarket.com. See more pictures and details about this property.
North Yorkshire - £1,295,000
A simply stunning barn conversion in a tranquil lakeside setting with stables, arena and paddocks.
For sale with GSC Grays via OnTheMarket.com. See more pictures and details about this property.
Oxfordshire - £750,000
Substantial, well-presented family home with light, spacious accommodation enjoying countryside views and off-road parking.
For sale with Green & Co via OnTheMarket.com. See more pictures and details about this property.
Shropshire - £600,000
A 17th Century sandstone corn mill and additional sandstone cottage with lakeside views, set in 0.5 acre (0.2 ha) gardens.
For sale with Balfours via OnTheMarket.com. See more pictures and details about this property.
Surrey - £1,175,000
A character property located on this private Chipstead lane, with outstanding views across the valley towards Banstead Woods.
West Sussex – £1,575,000
A stunning country property comprising a superb barn conversion, together with excellent equestrian facilities situated in a quiet rural position.
For sale with RH & RW Clutton. See more pictures and details about this property.
Worcestershire - £795,000
Seven bed manor house with ancillary accommodation. All set within stunning mature gardens beneath the Malvern Hills.
For sale with Knight Frank via OnTheMarket.com. See more pictures and details about this property.
Spectacular Scottish castles and estates for sale
A look at the finest castles, country houses and estates for sale in Scotland today.
Credit: Chesterhill House
A grand little castle for sale near the golf mecca of St Andrews
This grand country house with more than a touch of castle in its DNA is on the market at an
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The pinnacle of the English style of gardening, as fine today as it was a century ago
Charles Quest-Ritson has just returned to Great Dixter for the first time in years — and it's 'the high point of all my garden visiting for a long time. I cannot recommend it too highly'.
By Charles Quest-Ritson Published
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How the acrobatic buzzard survived persecution to become one of Britain's best avian hunters
It may appear lethargic, but no one could argue with the hunting prowess of the common buzzard when it transforms into a surging missile intent on an unsuspecting victim.
By Mark Cocker Published
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A pavilion, pool and pleasure gardens at this Devon country house 'with not another building in sight'
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By Penny Churchill Published
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Take over the world or throw a great big party on this private fort for sale in Pembroke
Thorne Island, dubbed the British Alcatraz, has been a £2 million labour of love. Now it could be yours.
By James Fisher Published
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The perfect summer house? A country home, beach house and rural escape rolled into one in a prime spot in Sussex
If there's a finer house than Grangewood House in which to enjoy the summer, we'd love to see it. Penny Churchill takes a look.
By Penny Churchill Published
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A six-bedroom modern masterpiece mere minutes from Europe's best golf course
Villa Stern catches the eye with its distinctive design, and is imbued with luxury inside and out.
By James Fisher Published
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Everything the light touches… The London penthouse for sale that will make you feel like a king
The Observatory in London’s Fulham boasts 360-degree views of the capital.
By Rosie Paterson Published
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This converted mill is the epitome of bucolic beauty and its grounds were masterminded by one of the finest garden designers alive today
Hunworth Mill is the very picture of bucolic bliss, with exquisite gardens created by Arne Maynard.
By Penny Churchill Published
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Yes to padel, no to swimming pools: How to attract a new generation to the countryside
Young parents are leaving the city earlier than in previous years, according to new research. What are they looking for?
By Annabel Dixon Published
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A country house for sale that's had a century and a half of blood, sweat and tears poured into it
Generation after generation has lovingly restored Little Onn — and their efforts have paid off in fine style.
By Penny Churchill Published