Farmhouse with cottages near Oban
£520,000 CKD Galbraith 01463 357908 This traditional farmhouse is located just outside Oban in the hamlet of Kilninver on the west coast of Scotland. Offering marvelous views of Loch Seil, this large family property comes with a rowing boat on the loch and three cottages which could be used as additional accommodation, or as a self catering business opportunity
Cornish thatched cottage on the Helston River
£895,000 Savills 01872 395 943 Hotch Potch is a traditional three-bedroom Cornish thatched cottage, overlooking the Helston River. With well-designed living spaces, the house also boasts a dining conservatory with views of the river, and a separate home office in the garden.
£700,000 Knight Frank 01432 644 905 This Welsh period property in Gwynedd is a perfect house for getting away from it all. With fine period features, this four-bedroom house also comes with eco credentials, and access to the the Mawddach Estuary and three beaches. An annexe has three further bedrooms, and is available separately and the gardens are two acres.
Panoramic sea views in Yorkshire
Carter Jonas 01904 595 668 £499,999 A four-bedroomed house with far-reaching views across Robin Hood Bay in Whitby, this is the perfect house for blowing the cobwebs away. The dramatic location just above the sea walls constitutes a rare opportunity for such unspoiled sea views.
Historic property with views over Pagham Harbour
£1.6m Humberts 01243 273 795 Grade II listed, the Old Mill House dates in part back to the 16th century, and offers impressive views out over Pagham Harbour There are five bedrooms and a number of period features including exposed beams and fireplaces.
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