22 superb homes for sale from £260k to £15 million, as seen in Country Life
From huge estates to delightful cottages, there really is something for anyone thinking of moving to the country.

West Sussex — £3,950,000
A stunning Grade II listed Tudor village house with guest house, in one of the most sought-after positions on the south coast.
The main house is Grade II listed and believed to date back to the 1520s with some later additions from the 1920s. The property was fully updated and refurbished in 2020/2021, bringing the property up to date and to perfectly fit the needs of the modern family.
For sale with Knight Frank. See more pictures and details for this property.
Northamptonshire — £1,500,000
A five-bedroom home surrounded by gardens and woodland of just under an acre, within a few minutes of the village of Yardley Hastings.
For sale with Michael Graham. See more pictures and details for this property.
Warwickshire — £1,500,000
Green Hollow is a beautiful family home with an excellent location, triple-aspect drawing room and a feature fireplace housing a multi-fuel AGA stove.
To the rear of the property is an excellent, sizeable garden with wonderful views. With a well-placed patio area and a beautiful covered outdoor dining area, it is clear this garden is perfect for those summer parties.
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For sale with Knight Frank. See more pictures and details for this property.
Hampshire — £15,000,000
The Manor Farm Estate, stretching to 814.5 acres, at the centre of which is a Grade I-listed manor house and medieval ruins.
The list of properties included is vast — including a separately listed courtyard and coach house, and nine further cottages.
For sale with Savills. See more pictures and details for this property.
Hampshire — £8.000,000
An 11-bedroom home of great beauty at the centre of a 302-acre estate near Winchester.
It's approached via a glorious, tree-lined drive, and includes parkland, farmland, cottages and even an historic arboretum.
For sale with Strutt & Parker. See more pictures and details for this property.
Warwickshire — £1,650,000
A superb converted windmill and millers house, in an elevated location with stunning 360-degree views, extensive garaging and beautiful gardens, at the end of a no through lane surrounded by farmland.
For sale with Knight Frank. See more pictures and details for this property.
Berkshire — £260,000
A dinky two-bedroom cottage with large living/dining room, situated in the village of Beedon, six miles north of Newbury.
For sale with Chancellors. See more pictures and details for this property.
Devon — £1,250,000
A charming Grade II listed building in grounds of 3.8 acres with mill pond, tucked away within the heart of this highly desirable estuary village.
For sale with Stags. See more pictures and details for this property.
East Sussex — £850,000
Charming period detached cottage with pretty walled garden and garage, located a short wak from the village green.
For sale with Wood & Pilcher. See more pictures and details for this property.
Gloucestershire — £850,000
A superbly presented Grade II listed period home in Moreton-in-Marsh with courtyard gardens, off-street parking and no chain.
For sale with Hayman Joyce. See more pictures and details for this property.
Jersey — £1,095,000
This granite two-bedroom cottage is full of charm and character with tiered south facing garden, located on a charming cobbled high street.
For sale with Christie's. See more pictures and details for this property.
Jersey — £1,550,000
A unique three-bedroom, three-bathroom home nestled within a small hamlet near the beaches of the west coast.
For sale with Fine & Country. See more pictures and details for this property.
Kent — £1,050,000
A charming former farmhouse displaying a wealth of period features, pretty gardens and stables, set in 3 acres.
For sale with Hobbs Parker. See more pictures and details for this property.
Leicestershire — £1,395,000
A stunning property boasting a vernacular appearance blended with a very high quality interior, enjoying an idyllic setting.
For sale with Bentons. See more pictures and details for this property.
Oxfordshire — £1,500,000
Easter cottage is a stylishly presented period house with stunning garden, commanding a good position in a highly sought-after Cotswold village.
For sale with Maxwell Douglas. See more pictures and details for this property.
Scottish Borders — £585,000
A five-bedroom former farmhouse full of character with 1.1 acres of garden and woodland.
For sale with Galbraith. See more pictures and details for this property.
Somerset — £1,500,000
An elegant Georgian five-bedroom house with walled garden and outbuildings with planning permission, located in a thriving village.
For sale with Sandersons. See more pictures and details for this property.
Surrey — £1,750,000
Absolutely glorious is this unique character house dating back to the 1600s with Regency and Gothic additions and 1920s wing, located close to the village centre.
For sale with Knight Frank. See more pictures and details for this property.
Surrey — £895,000
An immaculate two double bedroom character cottage with detached garage and stunning garden, in a Surrey Hills village.
For sale with Terra Cotta. See more pictures and details for this property.
Suffolk — £1,650,000
A well-appointed modern house with secure walled garden, impressive cart lodge and flexible use studio, accessed off a long private drive.
For sale with Jackson Stops. See more pictures and details for this property.
North Yorkshire — £550,000
A recently built four-bedroom home using traditional local sandstone with a Georgian-style layout and well-presented accommodation.
For sale with GSC Grays. See more pictures and details for this property.
Derbyshire — £600,000
An charming, detached five-bedroom residence that has been beautifully refurbished and extended.
For sale with Bennett Samways. See more pictures and details for this property.
Toby Keel is Country Life's Digital Director, and has been running the website and social media channels since 2016. A former sports journalist, he writes about property, cars, lifestyle, travel, nature.
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