The enduring English love affair with the Palladian tradition is encapsulated at glorious Henbury Hall in Cheshire, inspired by Villa Capra at Vicenza.
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Best country houses for sale this week
Catch up on the best country houses for sale this week that have come to the market via Country Life.
Nine picture-perfect country houses for sale, as seen in Country Life
Our latest round-up of some of the most beautiful houses to appear in Country Life over the last week or so, including one exciting development opportunity.
A 16th-century ‘bastle’ which evolved into a stunning country retreat, high in the North Pennines
Clargyhll Hall has served as a holiday retreat, a hotel, a centre for wartime evacuees and a retirement home run by Britain's most famous white witches. Penny Churchill reports.
A stunning Georgian farmhouse, perfect for both sailing enthusiasts and horse lovers
Porloe Farm is the ideal home for the keen country sporting enthusiast, boasting both a equestrian school and access to the waters of Mylor Creek.
A beautiful Grade II-listed former vicarage along the old Roman road in north Cumbria
The Old Vicarage has undergone many renovations since the original property was first built in the early 15th century, transforming it into the stunning Georgian country house we see today.
A stunning manor with beautiful Jacobean façade, deep in the heart of Wiltshire
The Manor has survived through the trials faced by Steeple Ashton, recently undergoing a stunning renovation which remains sympathetic to its historic roots.
The beautiful former residence of Queen Victoria’s daughter is for sale at a rather unbelievable price
The youngest daughter of Queen Victoria lived in the exquisitely detailed Osborne Cottage, which offers its buyer the unique opportunity to own a piece of British heritage.
An 80-acre Cotswolds estate with atmospheric main house, bordered by the River Avon
Estcourt Grange boasts 65 acres of ring-fenced farmland, perfect for grazing horses or livestock.
A Georgian-style house with a gorgeous walled garden in a picture-perfect Cotswolds village
In an enviable position bordering the picturesque village of Minchinhampton, Woodlands is perfect for any family looking to downsize.
Six utterly irresistible homes under £795,000
Whether you're looking for a grand apartment or a picture-perfect country cottage, we've picked out six wonderful homes across the country which come in at £795,000 or less.
A country house whose spectacular walled garden boasts 16th century turrets
Penny Churchill takes a look at Hales Place, a grand home in Kent that's for sale for only the third time in almost a century.
Five gorgeous country houses, as seen in Country Life
This week we have a superbly-priced property almost in the shadow of one of England's great cathedrals and a waterfront property in the USA which simply has to be seen.
10 houses for sale in England’s 10 best market towns, from £380,000 to £5 million
Earlier this week, Country Life named the 10 best market towns in England, with the help of some exclusive research from Savills. But what could you get if you chose…
A picture-perfect retreat from the world, in an ideal spot in England’s smallest town
This bucolic retreat in Kent has seen a vast amount of care and love poured into it over the last 20 years, but retains the charming gardens and riverside setting…
Four period country houses which are actually brand new
Make a fresh start with these star new builds and developments in the English countryside
Stunning 15th century country house with picturesque ruins and a 20th century recreation barn
The 16th century sandstone tower which joins the two older houses provides panoramic views of the surrounding grounds, lakes, and gorgeous High Weald countryside.
A former stud farm that’s now a leading equestrian centre – and a wonderful family home
The American-style house was rebuilt in 2014 and benefits from a separate entrance to the equestrian section of the estate.
Six glorious country houses, perfect for horse lovers
These estates all come equipped with state of the art equestrian facilities in addition to their beautiful period mansions. Katie Honey reports.
The beautiful equestrian home of the famous Dutch philanthropist who championed Danish refugees during World War II
The Dower House has been returned to it’s original state as an elegant family home, perfectly designed for all manner of entertaining.