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Sherwood House

Spectacular 10 bedroomed Arts & Craft style country estate hidden in extremely private and tranquil rural setting, 25 acres of magnificent formal gardens (a further 25+ acres pasture land available by negotiation), detached 3 bedroomed cottage, range of outbuildings, all … Continue reading

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Stunning rooms

A distinguished country house, rich in history and enjoying a spectacular setting above the Leader Water in the heart of the inspiring landscape of the Scottish Borders. Readily accessible to Edinburgh and Newcastle airports. Exceptional rooms, presented to a superlative … Continue reading

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Five go to Smugglers Cove

This house has been listed by me just because of the location! 7 bedroom house for sale Smugglers Cove, Cornwall. I loved the Famous Five books when I was a child, so moving to Smugglers Cove would be very exciting! … Continue reading

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From the air…

It’s much more common to see photos of properties from the air. I think it’s lovely to see such photos – they can be quite revealing about the location sometimes. Or how close the other buildings are to the main … Continue reading

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Dinder House

A classic: Dinder House has been completely restored and refurbished to create a unique, historic Georgian country house in wonderful gardens and grounds. 2 bedroom lodge. Coach house. Walled garden. In all about 21.6 acre Yes, once again a beautiful … Continue reading

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House falls down

In London basement extensions are all the rage in some parts. Things don’t always go to plan as this news story on the BBC shows http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-london-34935821 A house once owned by the singer Duffy has collapsed into a pile of … Continue reading

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Baybridge Park

Baybridge Park sits in a superbly elevated position and offers considerable privacy. The house has been built to the highest standard and offers beautifully proportioned rooms, ideal for entertaining, together with well laid out family areas and a superb leisure … Continue reading

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Eaglehurst

Eaglehurst is a very special country house with the most extraordinary coastline views of The Solent. The house is tucked away in the south of Hampshire within The New Forest National Park and in a very tranquil and peaceful location. … Continue reading

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Cricket Court

Cricket Court – An historic and quirky Grade II* listed Regency folly with far-reaching views over the West Country. You might know I love staircases if you’re a follower of amazing houses on this blog, but this one has some … Continue reading

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Do you fancy owning a lake?

Bussells Farm, set in 30 acres in the beautiful Exe Valley countryside, provides a rare opportunity to purchase eight properties. This has a lake! How pretty is that. You could have your own rowing boat, enjoy fishing, have a load … Continue reading

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