South-West properties

Plus, how first-time buyers prop up the mortgage market, why you need to move north if you want to live by yourself, and house-price growth slows

By Annabel Dixon Published 19 February 25

With 5,500sq ft set over six floors in the centre of Britain's most architecturally rich city, there is much to love here.

By James Fisher Published 17 February 25

Formerly the studio and retreat of renowned artist Lamorna Birch, this small home near Lamorna Cove is a delight in every single way.

By James Fisher Published 13 February 25

The high street might not be dying, but it's definitely changing and in some places, it's changing for the better. So, what can the centre of town in the 21st century look like?

By Lucy Denton Published 11 February 25

We spend more buying our houses than on anything else in our lives — yet the first thing we do on moving in is set about changing the place. Annabel Dixon takes a look at what we do and why.

By Annabel Dixon Published 10 February 25

Everything you need to know today: The Swiss home that Audrey Hepburn lived in for 30 years prior to her death is for sale, those who regularly engage with art have a 31% lower risk of dying early and an iconic Palm Beach hotel teams up with interior designer Ashley Hicks.

By Rosie Paterson Published 10 February 25

This modern masterpiece, for sale with Savills, boasts 12,000sq ft of luxury contemporary living with beach views.

By Penny Churchill Published 8 February 25

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By Country Life Published 6 February 25

By its very definition, Trehytte will be a five-bedroom home of 'exceptional quality' built to the 'highest architectural standards'. It could be yours.

By Penny Churchill Published 6 February 25

While the vast majority of empty nesters living in larger properties don’t intend to downsize, upsizers are struggling to climb up the housing ladder, says Regency Living.

By Annabel Dixon Published 31 January 25

Penny Churchill takes a look at the spectacular and imposing Sandridge Park.

By Penny Churchill Published 20 January 25

From a Grade I-listed home in Dorset to an ivy-clad mansion that's ideal for commuters, this is our pick of the properties to be featured in Country Life over the past week.

By Toby Keel Published 19 January 25

The British landscape isn’t short of fine country houses which have been converted into delightful country hotels. Sometimes, though, the process works in reverse, as is the case with the enchanting Backwell House, in North Somerset.

By Penny Churchill Published 17 January 25

The most common reason for sales falling through last year? Buyers pulling out or failing to renegotiate the purchase price following a property survey.

By Annabel Dixon Published 17 January 25

This morning's Dawn Chorus looks at the surprise findings of some recent research, a magnificent new display and shares the Quiz of the Day.

By Toby Keel Published 14 January 25

In chilly, dark January, few things are more cheering than a roaring log fire. Here are Arabella Youens’s favourite examples from houses currently on the market.

By Arabella Youens Published 9 January 25

Tawstock Castle near Barnstaple even comes with its own banishing table. And four bedrooms.

By James Fisher Published 8 January 25

Inside the unassuming exteriors of Rectory Barn in East Portlemouth is a modern home that demands to entertain your friends and family.

By James Fisher Published 7 January 25

Swapping town for country has rarely looked so easily tempting.

By Toby Keel Published 3 January 25