Six fine homes from the suburbs to the south coast, as seen in Country Life
This week's round-up includes a forever house in Sussex and a smattering of places in south west London, some for sale and some available for rental.


London SW20 — £3,275,000
Built in 2017, this quality contemporary designed property offers excellent family accommodation. Located in a private cul de sac with wonderful views over open land.
For sale with Hamptons International. See more pictures and details about this property.
West Sussex - £2,600,000
An extensive house near Chichester of over 6,600 square feet surrounded by gardens and grounds of some 5 acres including hard tennis court.
The house is just to the northwest of the city within easy reach of good local schools, Chichester Harbour and the South Downs National Park.
For sale with Jackson-Stops. See more pictures and details about this property.
London SW19 — £853 pw
A three bedroom house set in the heart of Wimbledon yet within walking distance of Wimbledon town centre and the underground station.
For rent with Hamptons International. See more pictures and details about this property.
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London SW19 — £1,384 pw
A well presented family home with plenty of space set over three floors in a sought-after residential location of prime properties overlooking Wimbledon Park
For rent with Hamptons International. See more pictures and details about this property.
London SW20 — £1,350,000
An attractive Edwardian family home in a sought after location offering generous reception, family, entertaining space and a south-west facing garden.
For sale with Hamptons International. See more pictures and details about this property.
London SW19 — £1,200 pw
A beautifully presented flat occupying the ground floor of a house in a small cul-de-sac. Offering a contemporary kitchen/dining/reception which opens onto a large terrace at the rear
For rent with Hamptons International. See more pictures and details about this property.
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