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One of Ireland's prettiest villages, transformed by a billionaire who made it his labour of love, and now the entire place is up for saleThe Village at Lyons was crumbling to pieces when Tony Ryan, founder of Ryanair, saved it — and it's gone on to thrive. Now, the next chapter of its 300-year history is set to begin.
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A gorgeous cottage for sale in the heart of the village where 'Downton Abbey' was filmedThe charming Cotswolds village of Bampton was made famous by the filming of 'Downton Abbey' — and one of its prettiest homes is currently for sale.
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An exquisite home just outside Bath with a history that touches on Elizabeth I, Queen Victoria, Jack the Ripper and the invention of the flushing looBatheaston House's beauty is only surpassed by its fascinating history.
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A Victorian stable block that became a fun-filled (and award-winning) family home in one of the leafiest parts of LondonThis house down the road from Kew Gardens shows just what can be done with a 19th century home — and it's looking for new owners. Will Hosie steps inside.
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A breathtaking setting, chic design and impeccable green credentials in this home on the Isle of SkyeThis six-bedroom eco-home brings the best of all worlds at the price of a small London flat.
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One of Primrose Hill’s best houses is on sale for £6.35 millionA sensitively upgraded home with original cornicing and an indoor trellis? Will Hosie is intrigued.
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A Suffolk farmhouse that wears its centuries of history on its sleeve — until you get to the pool and party barnShelley Priory in Suffolk blends medieval origins, 18th century expansion and 21st century living all in one. Penny Churchill explains more.
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Anyone for tennis? Five houses for sale where the court is kingHold court at these sublime country homes.
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How retrofitting your country house could save you more than £50,000 a year — even if it’s listedMaking historic homes warmer and more energy-efficient to run has its challenges, but the emergence of super-efficient heat pumps has opened up exciting opportunities.
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An impeccably restored country house with prime views over Constable countryPolstead Hall has been sensitively restored by its current owners, and now makes an elegant family home in the heartlands of East Anglia.
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Build your own Bond villain's lair with the best views in GuernseyThe Lookout is a former flour mill that is aching to be turned into one of the country's most iconic homes.
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'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 countryThe ADAM architecture director and architect for the Duchy of Lancaster and Cornwall finds joy in Hampshire.
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'Functional, beautifully crafted — and something genuinely unique': A sanctuary from the world in SussexAnnabel Dixon takes a look at Dawsons Wood, a Grand Designs-worthy home on the edge of the Ashdown Forest.
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Five heavenly rectories for sale across BritainFew 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.
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A majestic 17th century home in Cornwall, just down the lane from a hopelessly idyllic riverside villageThe 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.
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'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.
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Picturesque, pristine and paparazzi-proof: One of the most celebrated homes in the Caribbean is on the marketThe 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.
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The California mansion of one of the greatest entertainers of the 20th century is up for saleBing Crosby's family home just outside San Francisco has been totally refurbished and is on the market.
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A castle in miniature on a dreamy estate in Kent, where four-poster beds meet swimming pool and cinema roomOxney Court has it all — including one of the finest wine cellars we've seen in a long time. Annabel Dixon takes a look.
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Five gorgeous rural homes, from the Algarve to Warwickshire, as seen in Country LifeA breathtakingly pretty Cotswolds cottage is among the joys this week.
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'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 beachPenny Churchill takes a look at Redlap House, a simply magnificent property on the cliffs of South Devon.
