-
'When we bought it, some friends rudely joked that it was so small, we’d never need to downsize': Hugh Petter on his first house in the country
The ADAM architecture director and architect for the Duchy of Lancaster and Cornwall finds joy in Hampshire.
-
'Functional, beautifully crafted — and something genuinely unique': A sanctuary from the world in Sussex
Annabel Dixon takes a look at Dawsons Wood, a Grand Designs-worthy home on the edge of the Ashdown Forest.
-
Five heavenly rectories for sale across Britain
Few modern day clergymen live in splendour — but their forebears enjoyed some of the finest homes in Britain. Julie Harding picks out some sumptuous old rectories for sale.
-
A majestic 17th century home in Cornwall, just down the lane from a hopelessly idyllic riverside village
The gorgeous Ethy House isn't a home you'll find listed on the property portals — but Penny Churchill was given a glimpse of what's on offer.
-
'This feels like a rare moment when long-term value can genuinely be unlocked': Is now the time to buy in the country property market?
House prices have eased in the last couple of years in some of the most beautiful parts of Britain — but have they bottomed out? Annabel Dixon tracks the data and speaks to experts across the property industry to find out.
-
Picturesque, pristine and paparazzi-proof: One of the most celebrated homes in the Caribbean is on the market
The storied Fustic Estate is for sale for the first time in 15 years, with its extraordinary history, unparalleled design and an iconic swimming pool that simply must be seen. Toby Keel takes a look.
-
Six Thames-side homes where you can watch the Boat Race without even getting out of your pyjamas
The CHANEL J12 Boat Race — aka the annual Oxford vs Cambridge Boat Race — is upon us, and if you lived in one of these places you could watch it all take place without even leaving the house.
-
Best country houses for sale this week
A wisteria-clad mansion in Buckinghamshire and a charming Cotswolds farmhouse make our list this week.
-
A castle in miniature on a dreamy estate in Kent, where four-poster beds meet swimming pool and cinema room
Oxney Court has it all — including one of the finest wine cellars we've seen in a long time. Annabel Dixon takes a look.
-
Five gorgeous rural homes, from the Algarve to Warwickshire, as seen in Country Life
A breathtakingly pretty Cotswolds cottage is among the joys this week.
-
'One of the most dramatic coastal estates in the South West' has come up for sale at £10 million, with cliffsides, woodland and its own private beach
Penny Churchill takes a look at Redlap House, a simply magnificent property on the cliffs of South Devon.
-
A breathtaking home created by the man who 'built the most beautiful building in Sweden'
The Grand residence at Kungsholmen is a magnificent home that bears the fingerprints of genius.
-
'The movement is not limited to the very wealthy; doctors, teachers and skilled workers are exploring opportunities abroad': You’re paying too much tax — but where do you go?
British citizens and residents are increasingly considering a tax-driven goodbye to the UK. Here’s where they’re going.
-
A Palladian mansion once owned by Charles Darwin's great uncle that's hosted everyone from a Second World War hero to one of the Chuckle Brothers
Cleatham Hall bucks the country house trend in all sorts of ways — not least by having affordable heating bills.
-
An idyllic Cornish farmhouse with 700 years of history
Penny Churchill takes a look at Nantellan House, set amid serene woodland in the heart of rural Cornwall.
-
A 'mini-château' in the hills of Sussex, with pool, cinema and a dedicated sneaker room
Danley Hill is a Sussex country home that's designed as a mini-French château, with a rather unusual addition in one of the rooms.
-
A Somerset house designed by the architect of one of Oxford's most famous landmarks, complete with helipad and clocktower
Thorne House, the work of the architect T. G. Jackson, is a beautiful country home in idyllic grounds. Julie Harding takes a look.
-
In search of the perfect country house games room
A country house is never truly complete without a games room. Julie Harding picks out her favourites on the market right now.
-
'A work of art': The wisteria-clad New York home where Andy Warhol hung out with Cher
Chic has never looked so shabby, nor shabby so chic.
-
A 20-bedroom castle that's just been sold for £450,000 after an eight-year, £3 million salvation project
Ribbesford House, a 16th century house, is a remarkable cautionary tale about the ups and downs of the world of property.
-
A beautiful Georgian house that spent three centuries in the Queen Mother's family, set in 'the most charming hamlet in Northumberland'
The Bowes-Lyon family built this house almost 200 years before their most famous member — Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon — married into the Royal Family.
