Isle of Wight — £2,495,000
A former vineyard in Wellow, in the heart of the quieter western half of the Isle of Wight.
The present owners have spent six years transforming the place, and it has to be said they've done so beautifully.
The purchase price includes the delightful main thatched home, but also four holiday cottages built on the site of the historic winery.
For sale with Fine & Country. See more pictures of this property.
Anglesey — £1,700,000
A lighthouse cottage in a spectacular location at the entrance to the Menai Strait, with breathtaking views towards Puffin Island, Snowdonia and of course the Trwyn Du Lighthouse.
It's surprisingly spacious inside despite all being set on one level, with four bedrooms and plenty of living space.
The place has been entirely re-done — right down to the plumbing and wiring — to put it in great shape.
For sale with Jackson-Stops. See more pictures of this property.
Isle of Arran — £570,000
At Whiting Bay, on the eastern side of Arran, there are two properties for sale in a glorious spot with wonderful views.
Ardmhor House and Norah's Cottage offer five bedrooms and two bedrooms respectively, and both are bursting with charm.
For sale with Arran Estate Agents. See more pictures of this property.
Isle of Man — £8,000,000
A palatial home that's got a touch of top-end hotel glamour about it.
Half a dozen bedrooms and seven reception rooms, gardens and paddocks, and a location convenient for Douglas airport.
An indoor equestrian arena bring a wealth of possibilities for a new owner, while there is also a tennis court for sporty types.
For sale with Knight Frank. See more pictures of this property.
Isle of Colonsay — £275,000
Not the biggest house, not the prettiest... but WHAT a setting,
It's a three-bedroom semi on the eastern side of the island, within easy walking distance from local amenities, including Calmac ferry terminal, doctors’ surgery, Post Office and shop, pantry, hotel and village hall.
For sale with Bell Ingram. See more pictures of this property.
Credit: Strutt and Parker
Best country houses for sale this week
An irresistible West Country cottage and a magnificent Cumbrian country house make our pick of the finest country houses for
-
A one-of-a-kind waterfront estate with two private beaches is for sale on the same storied American island that Jackie Kennedy, the Obamas and Princess Diana have all visitedBeach Farm on Martha’s Vineyard — a favourite summertime holiday destination with prominent American families — is a perfect melding of New England and Scandinavian design styles.
-
Snakes alive! Country Life Quiz of the Day, July 15, 2025Napoleon's downfall and two of James Bond's most memorable villains in Tuesday's quiz.
-
A one-of-a-kind waterfront estate with two private beaches is for sale on the same storied American island that Jackie Kennedy, the Obamas and Princess Diana have all visited
Beach Farm on Martha’s Vineyard — a favourite summertime holiday destination with prominent American families — is a perfect melding of New England and Scandinavian design styles.
-
The architect who created the MI6 building only designed a tiny handful of houses — and one of them is now up for sale in one of London's most bucolic spotsSir Terry Farrell designed the beautiful, light-filled, T-shaped Drum House in Petersham, with gardens laid out by John Sallis Chandler, who has won multiple RHS Chelsea Flower Show gold medals.
-
'True waterfront homes are finite... miss one and it could be years before you see another like it again': Why the best waterfront property always hits the spotThere’s no denying the appeal of waterfront property, which now sells for some 51% more than its inland equivalent, finds Knight Frank. Annabel Dixon explores the shore.
-
19 charming homes for sale, from picture-perfect cottages to beachside retreats, as seen in Country LifeThis week's selection of some of the best homes to come to the market via Country Life this week.
-
Tim Burton is selling the house he shared with Helena Bonham-Carter, a sublime home on the Thames that comes with three private islandsMill House in Sutton Courtenay, Oxfordshire, might just be the perfect English country home.
-
A spectacular tower for sale that's a blend of Victorian folly, architectural marvel and 21st century family homeHadlow Tower has space, and a back story of love, jealousy and intrigue.
-
A spectacular, light-filled home on the Isle of Wight where you can see the water from practically every windowPenny Churchill takes a look at the grand and impressive Fishbourne Quay House.
-
The former stables — and recording studio for the Pet Shop Boys — transformed with a magical blend of city and country aesthetic, now seeking a new ownerIn the heart of Clerkenwell, what was once a Victorian industrial unit is now a beautiful home.
