Best country houses for sale this week
A magnificent Cumbrian mansion and an old schoolhouse in Dorset are among the gems this week.
Dorset — £1,650,000
What was once a Victorian schoolhouse in a heavenly, bucolic setting is now a 21st century home in a heavenly, bucolic setting. It's been for sale for a while and has had its price trimmed by £300,000. Why the price cut? We suspect it's the unusual use of space. The heart of the house is a huge living space, the old school hall, some 36ft-long room with a vaulted veiling; yet the three bedrooms are all fairly modestly sized.
It's wonderfully done, however, and those who are happy with the place as it is will be delighted to own a grand home in a blessed swathe of Dorset, near Shaftesbury. And if you feel it could do with some tweaks? The £300,000 saving should more than cover architects, builders and any back and forth with Historic England about potential changes to the layout of this Grade II-listed home.
For sale via Savills — see more details and pictures.
Gloucestershire — £1,950,000
In the rolling Cotswolds hills just north of Cheltenham, and close to a pretty village called Gretton, this five-bedroom farmhouse comes with 16 acres of land. Despite the peaceful and secluded surroundings, the M5 is less than ten miles away making it potentially commutable to places such as Bristol and Birmingham.
The whole place has been expertly refurbished, albeit in places with a few modern touches and, in places, an exotic colour scheme that won't be to everyone's taste (although we do love the green billiard room). But for those who share the taste, or don't mind a spot of redecorating, this seems a great prospect — and it's below the mansion tax threshold.
For sale via Knight Frank — see more details and pictures.
Cumbria — £1,750,000
It's hard to believe that this Cumbrian home near Cockermouth hasn't been snapped up. The value on offer for an 11-bedroom home set in 11 acres of land in one of Britain's most beautiful areas is quite something.
There is work to be done at Tallentire Hall, but this home — whose oldest parts date to the 16th century — is surely worth the effort, particularly since a lordship title is available via separate negotiation.
For sale via Fine & Country — see more details and pictures.
Shetland — £350,000
We wrote about Bressay Lighthouse back in September, and while it's an astonishing bargain with seven bedrooms and almost 4,500sq ft in a breathtaking spot, there is a huge amount to do.
The catch is that this is a truly remote place: we're not talking about a few hours up the M6, but rather a flight to Shetland followed by a ferry. That explains why it hasn't been snapped up already, but we're sure it won't be long.
For sale via Savills — see more details and pictures.
Scotland — £5,500,000
Just off the west coast of Scotland lies Shuna Island, a true playground of open spaces, natural beauty, wildlife, beaches and — yes — a castle. And it's looking for a new owner.
For sale via Knight Frank — see more details and pictures.
Buckinghamshire — £1,900,000
A seven-bedroom home that looks like something from a glossy costume drama, in the heart of the pretty town of Winslow.
For sale via Michael Graham — see more details and pictures.
North Yorkshire — £850,000
Period property elegantly renovated and complemented by a range of outbuildings, large gardens and views of the White Horse.
For sale via Blenkin & Co — see more details and pictures.
Dumfries and Galloway — £550,000
Cumnock Knowes provides extensive accommodation space over three floors, sitting in a stunning rural location, with far reaching countryside views.
For sale via Galbraith — see more details and pictures.
Suffolk — £1,500,000
Historic Suffolk farmhouse with fine views, heated swimming pool and tennis court, set within just under seven acres in a tranquil edge of village setting.
For sale via Jackson-Stops — see more details and pictures.
Kent — £1,100,000
An elegant period house surrounded by extensive gardens and grounds including a sweep in turning circle driveway, ‘Ragstone’ buildings and a large garage with floor above.
For sale via Hobbs Parker — see more details and pictures.
Dorset — £750,000
Charming thatched cottage, with light rooms, elegant stone, modern touches, and a welcoming kitchen/dining space.
For sale via DOMVS — see more details and pictures.
Shropshire — £625,000
A charming four-bedroom house with a multi-purpose barn and attractive gardens, set within the heart of the sought-after village of Ashford Carbonel.
For sale via Balfours — see more details and pictures.
Devon — £4,000,000
A sprawling mansion in an superb location, looking out across Dartmoor.
For sale via Strutt & Parker — see more details and pictures.
Kent — £3,950,000
Absolutely exquisite, Grade II*-listed house in Biddenden that dates back to 1419.
For sale via Savills — see more details and pictures.
Kent — £700,000
Set back from the road, this beautifully refurbished, detached family home is perfect for modern family life and entertaining.
For sale via Sandersons — see more details and pictures.
Somerset — £1,100,000
A period six-bedroom farmhouse with an array of traditional stone outbuildings, gardens and grounds of almost four acres.
For sale via Stags — see more details and pictures.
Derbyshire — £,1250,000
A fabulous four-bedroom country home set in more than eight acres, with excellent equestrian amenities and surrounded by open Staffordshire countryside.
For sale via John German — see more details and pictures.
Staffordshire — £395,000
A charming three-bedroom detached stone cottage, beautifully set close to the picturesque Peak District
For sale via Bennett Samway — see more details and pictures.
Leicestershire — £1,250,000
A magnificent, Edwardian-built ‘Arts and Crafts’ house, with six bedrooms and many original period features.
Inside, the place is just magnificent — as the pictures show — and it has a fine location in Rothley Garden Suburb.
For sale via Bentons — see more details and pictures.
Yorkshire — £1,000,000
Handsome period house of nearly 2000 sq ft with garage and garden, perfectly positioned in a village on the edge of York
For sale via Blenkin & Co — see more details and pictures.
Shropshire — £625,000
A charming four-bedroom house with a multi-purpose barn and attractive gardens, set in a prime village location.
For sale via Balfours — see more details and pictures.
Cornwall — £750,000
A charming home with generous accommodation, set in over an acre with several outbuildings with planning permission.
For sale via Fine & Country — see more details and pictures.
Fife — £695,000
A substantial farmhouse with river views. Enjoys three reception rooms and five bedrooms plus outbuilding for extra space.
For sale via Galbraith — see more details and pictures.
Suffolk — £1.995 million
Sitting at the end of a long, tree-lined drive, this grand country home is packed with period charm — we particularly love the dining room with its timbered ceiling and inglenook fireplace.
For sale via Strutt & Parker — see more details and pictures.
Somerset — £795,000
A stylishly restored cottage in a popular village with three reception rooms, kitchen/breakfast room, three double beds and a pretty courtyard.
For sale via Stags — see more details and pictures.
Devon — £1,680,000
A highly appealing Edwardian property with two letting cottages set in a large plot with an attractive outlook over open fields.
For sale via Wood and Pilcher — see more details and pictures.
Yorkshire — £1,750,000
How's that for a view from the living room? This superb Georgian home, recently restored, comes with outbuildings and two-thirds of an acre of gardens and grounds.
For sale via Bentons — see more details and pictures.
Kent — £1,250,000
A 4-5 bedroom detached home with period features, requiring full refurbishment, set in large gardens with scope to extend (STP).
For sale via Blenkin & Co — see more details and pictures.
Gloucestershire — £1,400,000
A spacious four bedroom detached Cotswold stone family home, with pretty gardens, double garage and parking.
For sale via Hayman Joyce — see more details and pictures.
Kent — £895,000
Stunning barn conversion within an impressive mews enjoying countryside views across protected farmland.
For sale via Hobbs Parker — see more details and pictures.
Somerset — £650,000
A gorgeous three-bedroom house in the fine village of Wedmore.
For sale via Sandersons — see more details and pictures.
West Sussex — £3.75 million
This might be the most interesting mix of styles we've seen all year: a mansion on the South Downs that blends 1930s Art Deco with traditional country house elements, and plenty of modern twists. A real one-off, and a place built for fun: there's a pool, tennis court, stables and more, while it's an easy walk into the village.
For sale via Strutt & Parker — see more details and pictures.
Cornwall — £3.5 million
On a glorious and secluded sandy cove on the south coast of Cornwall, this really is a seaside dream home: a 4,300sq ft main home with spectacular views, plus a Georgian cottage and 11 acres.
For sale via Savills — see more details and pictures.
Herefordshire — £2.75 million
What was once a monastic abbey, and then a derelict farmstead, is now a spectacular home with almost 1,000 years of history to tell, and 26 acres of charming countryside as its setting.
For sale via Knight Frank — see more details and pictures.
Buckinghamshire — £3 million
From afar you'd think this had been here centuries, but it's deceptively new — it was actually only built in the 1960s. It's a country home with five bedrooms, a separate three-bedroom cottage, a gym in a separate outbuilding and much more. Plus it's just half an hour on the train to Central London.
For sale via Michael Graham — see more details and pictures.
Hampshire — £2.5 million
In the lovely market town of Emsworth, 100 yards or so from the waterfront of Chichester Harbour, this 3,496 sq ft house has been brilliantly remodelled to make a superb kitchen/dining/living space at the heart of the house.
For sale via Strutt & Parker — see more details and pictures.
North Yorkshire — £2.25 million
Ten bedrooms and almost 9,000sq ft of space is on offer at this secluded and elegant country house, set a few miles from Leyburn.
For sale via Strutt & Parker — see more details and pictures.
Hampshire — £7.95 million
Proof that a new country house can be as charming as an old one — and with far less of the maintenance problems. This Georgian-style house set in 22 acres near Odiham has six bedrooms, glorious views and permission to erect a separate, four-bedroom cottage.
For sale via Knight Frank — see more details and pictures.
Hertfordshire — £1 million
An object lesson in blenind old and new at this five-bedroom house in Buntingford, where a 17th century, Grade II-listed house has been brought brilliantly into 2025. There are four reception rooms, 2,280sq ft of space and a third of an acre of charming mature gardens.
For sale via Michael Graham — see more details and pictures.
Devon — £2 million
A 275-year-old mill that offers not just a comfortable family home, but also a lifestyle business with five holiday cottages on this 4.6 acre site.
For sale via Savills — see more details and pictures.
Devon — £1.8 million
Quite simply a beautifully built, furnished and finished home near Membury, with magnificently bucolic setting, four-poster beds, free-standing baths and gorgeous gardens.
For sale via Knight Frank — see more details and pictures.
Gloucestershire — £2,200,000
A stunning, five bedroom detached villa on a highly sought-after road just moments from Montpellier, with a private garden and games room.
For sale via Knight Frank — see more details and pictures.
Berkshire — £1,800,000
A stunning Grade II-listed country home in Binfield, refurbished over recent years, with equestrian facilities, offering charm and contemporary living.
For sale via Fox Grant — see more details and pictures.
Jersey — £1,600,000
Renovated Georgian-style 4-bed with sea views, smart tech, luxe kitchen, private garden, terraces & EV-ready garage.
For sale via Fine & Country — see more details and pictures.
Somerset — £1,500,000
A 17th century farmhouse with adjoining cottage, six acres plus stables, a manege and breathtaking views of Somerset Levels
For sale via Sandersons — see more details and pictures.
Devon — £1,350,000
Grade II listed Devon Longhouse set in around 12 acres of gardens, grounds and paddocks, with a holiday cottage, equestrian facilities and views.
For sale via Stags — see more details and pictures.
Bedfordshire — £1,175,000
Beautiful 17th century rectory, with over an acre of land, an annexe, five-plus bedrooms, garden snooker room with bar, and wonderful views
For sale via Artistry — see more details and pictures.
Warwickshire — £1,100,000
Period barn conversion occupying a secluded plot in the heart of a desirable village.
For sale via Hayman Joyce — see more details and pictures.
Hertfordshire — £3,000,000
Country life on the outskirts of London in this re-purposed estate workshop near Radlett, with 3,000sq ft of space, just over two acres and easy access to the centre of the metropolis.
For sale via Strutt & Parker — see more details and pictures.
Northamptonshire — £1,150,000
A country kitchen and a home cinema coexist happily in this charming four-bedroom house in Litchborough, with gated driveway and extensive grounds.
For sale via Michael Graham — see more details and pictures.
Essex — £5,950,000
A country house setting with a modern house vibe — but very much a home for those who know that you live inside looking out, rather than the other way around. Huge windows provide vast amounts of light and beautiful views, while inside the home is presented in immaculate style.
For sale via Savills — see more details and pictures.
Kent — £20 million
Over 25,000 sq ft, 40 acres and a wonderful setting in the countryside near Sevenoaks, with easy access to London. This historic house has been superbly refurbished, and sits within grounds landscaped by Decimus Burton.
For sale via Knight Frank — see more details and pictures.
