South-West properties
The best houses for sale in the South West of England, including coastal property in Devon, Cornwall, Wiltshire, Dorset and Somerset.
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Six superb country homes for sale, from Devon to Suffolk, as seen in Country Life
Cliffside drama, bucolic delights, historic homes and thatched beauties are among this week's homes.
By Toby Keel Published
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Views to die for in 'God's Own County' as Thorney Hall comes on to the market at £5 million
It was the views that inspired the setting of this magnificent, sprawling country home — and centuries later they're still at the heart of the appeal of Thorney Hall, as Penny Churchill explains.
By Penny Churchill Published
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A house so beautiful you'll wonder how they built it — but you'll be glad that they did
Built in Victorian times, renovated for modern living, and with private access to the South West Coast Path, Rockton is an inspiration.
By James Fisher Published
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The £116,000 premium you'll pay to live near one of Britain's best state schools
This week's Property Talk looks at the price you'll pay to be near a top school, and the picturesque area which more second homes than any other part of the country.
By Annabel Dixon Published
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Main character syndrome: How to live like the stars of your favourite tv show
Are you a fan of Bridgerton or The Bear? Then these four properties will turn fantasy into reality.
By James Fisher Published
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A rare opportunity to own a house near some of Cornwall's best restaurants with a private path to a sought-after beach
The Chapel is a contemporary conversion that makes the most of its excellent position on Cornwall's north coast.
By James Fisher Published
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British homebuyers crave living near the pub, new research reveals
Latest data from Jackson-Stops' Property Pulse Survey shows that we want to live near pubs, doctors, and some good shops.
By James Fisher Published
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One of the few private dwellings on Cornwall's Percuil River comes to market, with astounding gardens and waterside living
The aptly named Riverside Cottage is a three-bedroom dream near St Mawes.
By James Fisher Published
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From the Pyrenees to Los Angeles without getting off your sofa. How to shop for property in Virtual Reality
Virtual property viewings became hugely popular during the pandemic and have remained so, thanks to improved technology. Time to don a headset.
By Toby Keel Published
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One of Ireland's great estates, once lived in by Fred Astaire's sister, and with salmon fishing on the Blackwater, comes to market
Fortwilliam, one of 'the hidden jewels of the Blackwater valley', sits in 400 acres of rolling pasture and woodland and is only an hour from Cork.
By Penny Churchill Published
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A castle folly in Weston-super-Mare from which to relax and enjoy views of the Severn Estuary
The aptly named Castle House is a unique three-bedroom home that's been recently refurbished and comes with all the crenellations you could need.
By James Fisher Published
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Thatch under threat? Poor harvests, labour shortages and war are causing the industry to struggle
A new report from Historic England suggests that, despite high demand for the work, the profession is struggling.
By Annunciata Elwes Published
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An exquisite, completely refurbished Georgian country house with grandeur, beauty and a brilliant treehouse
Harptree Court is a stunning west country home up for sale. Penny Churchill takes a look.
By Penny Churchill Published
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What the Monopoly board would look like at 2024 property prices
In the 88 years since the first British edition of Monopoly, a lot has changed. But how much should the various properties be worth today? And where should they be on the board?
By Toby Keel Published
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'Downton Abbey meets Soho House' at a £3.6 million mansion in Tunbridge Wells
The West Wing of the grand mansion at the heart of the Bayham Hall Estate has come up for sale, and it's as eye-catching inside as it is outside.
By Toby Keel Published
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A Georgian home worthy of a starring role in a period drama, at the heart of a 286-acre Wiltshire estate
The Landford Lodge estate includes a breathtakingly pretty Georgian home surrounded by wonderful gardens and productive land. Penny Churchill takes a look.
By Penny Churchill Published
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Great western: The best places to live west of London, from Cirencester and Salisbury to Corsham and Bath
Commuters, welcome to the West Country (just). Eleanor Doughty explores the best places to buy a house between one and two hours from London in Wiltshire, Gloucestershire and Somerset
By Eleanor Doughty Published
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A true labour-of-love country house with pool, party barn and endless 19th century charm
Light-filled rooms, dramatic entertaining spaces, exquisitely pretty gardens and a huge list of leisure facilities make Grove House a real find.
By Penny Churchill Published
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A Lutyens' designed house on the edge of Dartmoor with four bedrooms that survived a fire.
The hand of Sir Edwin Lutyens is in evidence at Littlecourt in Tavistock, Devon.
By Penny Churchill Published
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A 'war on NIMBYs'? How the principle of 'how, not if' will underpin the new homes boom
The new government has pledged to 'turbocharge' the building of new homes and infrastructure. But you might only have a say in 'how, not if' they're built in your neighbourhood. Here's what it could mean for you.
By Annabel Dixon Published
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Thanks be to Jeremy? What you need to know about the changes to permitted development rights
As the changes to permitted development rights for agricultural buildings — known as Clarkson’s Clause — start to kick in, Annunciata Elwes assesses their impact
By Annunciata Elwes Published


