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Historical Hereford Grade-I listed country manor (UK), £2,750,000

In estate, Europe, Historic, lake, Large grounds, luxury, Nature, Traditional, UK

This 9-bed country estate sits on 10 acres, with 3 lakes

This Hereford-based nine-bedroom manor house, sitting in 10 acres of landscaped gardens and grounds, is not only a spectacular family home but a real piece of history. As a Grade-I listed country house, this property boasts some incredible original features and intriguingly combines different historical styles, from Tudor to Georgian, to create a truly exceptional place to live in.

With origins in Tudor times and extensive additions and renovations, the house is a palimpsest of the past

Right from the sweeping driveway, this manor will impress. Enter via the cloister porch and through a carved oak door into a reception room that will take you right back to Tudor times. Oak panelling on the walls and an oak staircase sweeping up set the tone, which is continued through the downstairs living and dining areas of the main house.

How many of your friends have a cloister porch?

There are also ample, magnificent fireplaces that will only enhance the aesthetic, although be reassured that the house has oil fired central heating as well as other conveniences the Tudors would have been denied, such as mains electricity and water.

The oak-panelled entrance hall sets the tone for this impressive, historical property

There are five receptions rooms on the ground floor, all classic in their styling and spacious in size. These can be turned to whatever purposes are suitable, with space for a drawing room, a snug, a formal dining room and a TV or family room.

Five reception rooms can serve a variety of purposes, all with regal, atmospheric styling and design

The larger rooms lend themselves to grandeur – these make impressive rooms for hosting guests – while the smaller rooms feel more homely and could be nice places of retreat after busy days.

Large, well-placed windows bring light and glimpses of the glorious grounds

A classic farmhouse kitchen boasts the historical feel you’d hope for, with modern conveniences and machines subtly incorporated to ensure its a workable, useful space for the modern family.

A ‘cottage kitchen’ vibe is given the chic treatment to create a convenient, attractive space

While the kitchen is a large enough space for casual meals, the dining rooms are splendid and can set off a meal time with the views across the park from the multi-aspect windows.

Dinner parties can be hosted in historical style – and think of family Christmas meals!

Climbing the oak staircase brings householders to a large, impressive first floor landing and hallway, with yet more panelling and historic features. Corridors lead off across the two wings of the house to the nine large bedrooms that are spread across this property.

Climb the creaking wooden stairs to discover some of the nine bedrooms

The current owners have styled each bedroom in a distinctive colour palette for ease of identification, and there is a natural Master bedroom accompanied by an impressive en-suite bathroom and dressing area.

Bedrooms vary in size but are all comfortable and well provided for in terms of washing facilities

In addition to the en-suite bathrooms, there are multiple family bathrooms to be shared across the various bedrooms and all washing features are at once luxurious and classic.

Elegant bathrooms complement the style of the house

This manor house may bristle with historical charm, but the renovations have been thoughtfully considered to create a luxurious modern home inside and out. One of the largest outbuildings has now become a pool complex complete with large indoor pool, changing rooms, a gym and additional bedrooms and a bathroom.

A barn has been converted to house the pool, changing area, gym and additional accommodation

There is also a large triple garage for cars alongside the sweeping driveway, above which is an apartment that can be used for various purposes. The current owners use it as a music room, but it could equally be transformed into a studio or as a stand alone property for older or youngers householders to have some autonomy.

Another outbuilding has space for three cars in the garage, with a standalone apartment above

The grounds that come with this property are utterly sublime and will delight all those who dreamt of owning a classic English country estate. In addition to a landscaped area of garden with a greenhouse and various wood sheds/stores, there are three large lakes with foot bridges as well as much land left to wildlife to enjoy.

Enjoy woodland walks and lakeside picnics in the sublime landscaped grounds

The ten acres will bring much pleasure, from the kitchen garden to the woodland walks and the brook, while closer to the house there are well-positioned terraces that make magnificent positions for al-fresco meals and drinks during the warmer months.

The house is close to Ross-on-Wye, an attractive and popular village

The manor is on the edge of a village (Phocle Green) and just 3 miles from the popular and attractive Ross-on-Wye. Larger towns for additional amenities are within easy reach: Hereford is 14 miles away and Ledbury just 11 miles. There is a station at Ledbury (9.7 miles from the house) where trains to London take around 2.5 hours.

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Marketed by Country & Classic Properties, Ledbury

9 bedroom country house for sale in Ross-On-Wye, Herefordshire HR9 7TL, HR9 (rightmove.co.uk)

11-acre luxury eco country house in W.Sussex (UK), £3,975,000

On 24 April 2024

In award winning, Contemporary, estate, Europe, Horses, Large grounds, luxury, Nature, UK

An eco-friendly house can still be luxurious, with a swimming pool…

If you need your luxury but still worry at the cost the planet must pay for your comfort, Oaklands is the property you should start considering. This exceptional, sustainable ‘eco’ country house was built in 2022 to the seller’s bespoke design and combines comfort, style and sustainability. It’s also stunning to behold and live in, sitting on 11 acres of glorious English countryside.

The house was built in 2022 to the current owner’s high specification

The main house is subtle in its style, but will still prompt a ‘wow’ upon arrival. Step into the large, sleek reception hall that sets the open-plan flow of the ground floor off, gliding you onwards towards the multiple reception areas.

An impressive reception hall has the welcoming addition of a log burner

The hub of the house is the vast family room-dining room-kitchen combo, the whole area almost glowing as light surges in from multi-aspect windows to brighten this multi-purpose space.

Open-plan living and plentiful windows are used to create a comfortable family home

The kitchen is finished to an exceptional level (Porcelanosa cabinets, island and worktops are complemented by Miele appliances) and is well served with a utility room and wine cellar for keeping the washing and sloshing equipment tucked away in privacy.

The decor is stylish and carefully considered, such as this warming yet impressive dining room with patio doors onto a terrace

Formal meals will be taken in the dining room, which has patio doors to provide access outside to the terrace for warmer days and an eye-catching style within that would make it cosy on the cooler days.

Multiple reception rooms can be turned to different purposes for a new owner

A family room and a study, plus a boot room, complete the ample accommodation available to the occupants of the five bedrooms on the higher floors.

Spacious, comfortable bedrooms with spectacular views and modern amenities; glorious!

All five of the large bedrooms have spectacular views over the surrounding countryside, and two have balcony areas from which to relish it. Although all of the rooms come with en-suites for ease, comfort and convenience, you’ll spot the master by its larger size and eye-catching tub.

The tub-with-a-view is the show piece in the luxuriously-finished en-suites

The style and finish is just as exquisite and comfortable in the additional, completely standalone annex that comes with this property. There are two bedrooms, served by a comfortable living space and a kitchen, with a family bathroom on the higher floor to create a super additional living space for guests.

A standalone annex would be ideal for guests, relatives or visitors

If this annex becomes guest accommodation, they’ll enjoy the proximity to the beautiful swimming pool that sit just outside. The annex building itself also has a pool/wet room complete with changing facilities for swimmers.

The swimming pool is surrounded by sitting and dining terraces for maximising the splendor of the natural surroundings

The annex also has the property’s garage, with space for three cars and an EV charge point – you can’t live in an eco house and not have an EV! The house is powered by solar, courtesy of Solar PV panels, and equipped with air source heat pumps, with underfloor heating and wood-burning stoves across the ground floor of the main house.

The garage has space for three cars and is equipped with EV charging points

Even the pool is heated by solar gathered from the covering of the pool and sits within considerately-landscaped gardens and a paddock. There is a bee hive and a wood store to support your self-sufficient new life at Oaklands, and ample space on the land (10 acres in total) for equestrian facilities, a tennis court or lake if necessary permissions are sought.

The 10 acres has scope for equistrian facilities or a tennis court if desired

Oaklands sits in some of England’s finest landscape, close to the West Sussex village of Wineham. Cowfold, 2.5 miles way, is slightly larger with amenities and some restaurants, while more comprehensive shopping is available 6 miles away in Henfield.

This solar-powered beauty is both clever and comfortable, in an idyllic setting.

The nearest mainline station is at Haywards Heath (7.5 miles away) from where trains to London take around 40 minutes. London Gatwick Airport is 18 miles away and the house is within easy reach of the A24 and A/M23 motorways.

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Marketed by Savills, Haywards Heath

5 bedroom detached house for sale in Kent Street, Cowfold, Horsham, West Sussex, RH13 (rightmove.co.uk)

6-bed family home in Oxford (UK), £3,500,000

On 10 April 2024

In city living, Contemporary, Europe, luxury, UK

This family home is within easy reach of the city centre

Just two miles outside the historic and culturally-rich city of Oxford, this 6-bed family home on Woodstock Road is as attractive inside as out, with the ideal set-up for a busy family who enjoy entertaining as well as their own space.

The double-height, light-filled kitchen-diner opens out onto the terrace and garden

The impressive centrepiece of the house is the double-height, light-filled, open plan kitchen/dining/family room, which has bifold doors to allow for direct access to the terrace.

The modern, intelligently-designed kitchen will help occupants cater to the dinner parties with ease

It’s a superb space for all the family to gather, and the modern kitchen has all the necessary appliances built-in for convenience. When a little peace is preferred, there are two smaller reception rooms that can serve as cosy sitting rooms or more intimate dining spaces, as required.

More intimate spaces can serve as less formal living or dining rooms

When entertaining, this house will deliver all that your guests could hope for just down the stairs in the basement. We’re talking about a fully equipped cinema room with reclining seats and a popcorn machine. Nestled alongside it is a bespoke wine cellar for keeping the tipples safe until required.

The home cinema comes complete with reclining seats and a popcorn machine

The wine cellar will likely be serving the fun and well-designed party barn outside in the garden. Guests can prop up at the bar, slump on a sofa or boogie away in the spacious wooden-floored barn. This is a lovely asset for a family home.

This party barn is an intimate and well-equipped spot for a knees-up

The grounds also contain an elegant, heated swimming pool sitting alongside a pool house and a seating area, which will surely become the party venue in the summer months.

A heated swimming pool with its own changing facilities sits within the grounds

There is also a hot tub, which may be a more tempting venue in the winter, and the spacious terraces provide area for table and chairs, a BBQ and even a table tennis table (as the current owners have).

Seating areas can be arranged on the spacious patio

When energy is depleted, there are six bedrooms spread over two floors in the main house. The most impressive bedroom is the master, which comes complete with a dressing area tucked up in the mezzanine. This room also enjoy direct access to a private balcony.

The master bedroom has a dressing room in the mezzanine and a private balcony

There is also a full sized en-suite bathroom that, like the other bathrooms across the property, is beautifully-designed, chic in style and fitted with top end showers and sumptuous tubs.

All bathrooms across the property are elegantly finished – expect three en-suites and a family bathroom

There are five more bedrooms, two of which are en-suite while the remainder share a sizeable family bathroom. A further room is currently being used as a snug but could be turned back into the sixth bedroom if additional space was needed.

There is potential for a sixth bedroom if required?

Less glamorous-sounding but crucial to this property is the plant room. Up on the second floor, this room contains controls for all the smart features of the house. And it’s a smart house! You will find solar panels, Lutron lights inside and out, and a Control4 4 Sight platform that controls the entire house and the alarm and CCTV systems.

The front driveway has ample space for cars and is secured by gates

The location of this home couldn’t be better for a family. Situated on the Woodstock Road, it is just 2 miles from the city centre and train station where there are regular, fast connections to London (Paddington or Marylebone in under an hour). There are many fantastic private schools in Oxford, while the nearby neighbourhood of Summertown is packed with boutique shops, restaurants and cafes. London Heathrow Airport is around 50 miles away, with a travel time of an hour by car. There are also easy connections to the motorway system on M40.

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Marketed by John D Wood & Co. Sales, Oxford

6 bedroom detached house for sale in Woodstock Road, Oxford, OX2 (rightmove.co.uk)

8-bed Victorian splendour, Nottingham (UK), £2,550,000

On 27 March 2024

In estate, Europe, Historic, Large grounds, luxury, Nature, property, UK

Could Magdala Mount be your next home in Nottinghamshire?

If you’re seeking a home near Nottingham, there can be few more impressive yet luxuriously liveable than the Victorian house of Magdala Mount. It was built in the late 19th century within the beautiful conservation area and even hosted Edward VIII when he was Prince of Wales (he met his mistress for romantic weekends here!).

Feel like Victorian upper-crust from the moment you enter the impressive hallway

Leave the Porsche on the sweeping driveway and step into the grand and vast, oak-lined entrance hall (complete with open fireplace and stained glass window). The historic flourishes of the property have all been maintained and it would be easy to feel you’d stumbled into your favourite period drama..

The vast hallway has been turned into a comfortable reception room

The ground floor is divided between the large, impressive areas and more cosy, intimate spaces where different moments will find their joy. A real treasure is the hand-built kitchen, complete with a bay window and decorative high ceiling. This glorious space whispers of the past while fizzing with the future (modern conveniences galore).

Expect a better kitchen than the Victorians would have had

The kitchen has space for a table that would suit casual family meals, but those you want to impress (or intimidate) while surely be hosted in the splendid dining room, complete with multi-aspect windows and access out to the terraces. Another decorative ceiling add a sprinkle of majesty to make for a spectacular room for merry-making.

Dual-aspect windows make the dining room inviting during daylight and night

A must-have of every Victorian pad was the orangery or glass house, and this incredible specimen was built in 1908 by Foster and Pearson of Beeston (they built the glasshouses at Chatsworth too). It teems with plants and has an automatic irrigation system (that means no stress for you). This space is a superb spot for entertaining or chilling out, whether water or sunshine bounces off the walls and roof.

The orangery is a tall, comfortable space alive with plants and sunshine

The reception rooms keep on coming, with some exquisitely decorated living rooms and comfortable sitting areas that can serve as formal parlours or cosy TV rooms, depending on need. The choice is yours…if you buy this property.

With ornate ceilings and sumptuous furnishings, all the rooms are inviting places to be

As the modern owner of this house will probably have to spend a bit of time working, there is a stylish custom-built study to serve the purpose. It was created by Hammonds and has two individual work areas as well as direct access out into the garden (for when it all gets too much..).

The home office contains two areas of workers and direct access outside

If it really all gets too much, make a dash down the stairs to a vast wine cellar, where there is capacity for around 1,500 bottles, stored at optimal temperature (of course).

Bottles not included, unfortunately

When the toil or the entertaining is complete, householders can climb up the grand staircase to find an enormous landing area that leads off commodiously to the six bedrooms within this main house.

The landing upstairs is almost a room in itself and leads off to six bedrooms

The stellar master bedroom suite is something glorious to behold; vast, light and opulent, with all the luxurious comfort you’d want from a house this impressive. There is space for a seating area within the windows, allowing your days to start or end in contemplation of your wonderful garden.

The master bedroom is large and elegant, with an en-suite

The master suite has its own stylish bathroom, complete with a freestanding tub in the bay window. Don’t expect historic architecture here (thank goodness), as the bathrooms are modern, sleek and luxurious.

The modern bathrooms are definitely welcome in a historic house

To complete the master ‘package’ is an elegant dressing room amply fitted with wardrobes and drawers to keep clothing and accessories neat yet accessible.

Time to get shopping?

There are five more bedrooms in the main house, two of which get to boast of dressing rooms and en-suites, while the final three bedrooms share an sizeable family bathroom.

The bay windows in bedrooms provide superb views over the gardens

Houseguests can be catered for in glorious style on this property as there is a separate building kitted out for 2-4 people. The ‘Lodge’, adjacent to the main house and renovated to a similar standard, provides over 1,500 sq ft of living and sleeping space over two floors.

Utilities are hidden away from the kitchen to make life less cluttered

With a cosy cottage-style kitchen and comfortable living-dining room, plus two bedrooms and a large bathroom, the Lodge could also work as staff accommodation or let out as an additional income stream.

The Lodge is a self-sufficient accommodation that would suit staff or guests

Another superb addition to this property since the Victorians is the beautifully-designed pool house, complete with swimming pool and jacuzzi, alongside a shower and changing area.

The pool house makes generous use of windows to ensure the space feels bright and welcoming, opening into the garden

The space washes with light from vast windows and bifold doors can open to allow the leisure complex to spill out into the glorious grounds. Current owners have created a gym in the extra space around the pool, but this could also become a mini yoga ‘studio’, as suits the new owners.

There are various nooks for dining or lounging outside in the grounds

The pool house comes equipped with a small preparation kitchen with direct access to a BBQ area to make alfresco dining a breeze during the summer months.

The patios are served by a preparation kitchen and BBQ area outside

In addition to multiple terraces, patios and seating areas, the external delights continue throughout the landscaped gardens; it has been well tended and surges with life. Gardeners should enjoy getting their hands dirty in the shade of what is, surely, the most impressive residential property in the Nottingham area.

The house feels secluded, yet Nottingham city centre is just 1.5 miles away

Despite the impression of splendid isolation, the house is less than 2 miles from Nottingham train station where trains can be caught to London and other major cities including Derby, Birmingham and Manchester. East Midland Airport is around 15 miles away. Local amenities are a short walk away, including restaurants, pubs and some supermarkets, while central Nottingham is around 1.5 miles.

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Marketed by FHP Living, Nottingham

8 bedroom detached house for sale in Magdala Road, Mapperley Park , NG3 (rightmove.co.uk)

Spectacular 7-bed new build on 23 acres, Cheshire (UK), £4,999,500

On 7 February 2024

In Contemporary, estate, Europe, Large grounds, luxury, Nature, property, UK

This modern masterpiece has an eye-catching exterior and a luxurious interior

This house is a masterpiece of modern design and provides ample, luxurious accommodation within 23 acres of glorious Cheshire countryside. With seven bedrooms across a main house and an annex, not to mention a leisure suite, this spectacular house could be the ideal home you’re looking for in the vicinity of Cheshire and Manchester.

The main house and annex sit on 23 acres of stunning land

The house will impress from the sweeping driveway, which passes the garage topped by an annex. This additional accommodation property has living and kitchen spaces, alongside two beautiful bedrooms, in a completely self-contained unit.

A self-contained annex could be ideal for guests or elderly relatives seeking privacy yet proximity

This separate annex may be ideal if multi-generational families are living together and need their space, or suit a guest who values a little privacy.

The full-height entrance hall makes a statement and sets the tone of this artistic, impressive house

The main house opens into a vast, full-height galleried entrance hall, currently splashed with impressive art for a stunning opener to the property. The staircase is a subtle, sweeping beauty, but before you climb the stairs, explore what the ground floor has to offer..

Large, open-plan living and dining spaces sit alongside a sleek modern kitchen

The large open-plan living space includes a beautiful and well-equipped kitchen complete with breakfast bar (and a wine store – handy) that flows effortlessly out to a dining area and comfortable seating areas.

Patio doors fill the space with light and provide easy access outside to the terraces

There are numerous sliding doors that allow householders to spill out into the lush gardens when weather permits. The glass also invites gushes of natural light to make the large space feel bright and airy no matter the external temperatures.

The cosy study would make home working a pleasure – with views to inspire

This floor also has a cosy wood-paneled study as well as a utility room and linen store, all of which suit the modern lifestyle. A cinema room completes the ground floor comfort options and provides space for all the household to gather for a film evening. This is certainly not the only entertainment option available though..

Glass walls divide the living room from this exquisite pool area

The main living area is divided by glass from an exquisite indoor heated pool with a jacuzzi tucked beside it for the ultimate bathing experience. There is also a gym and a sauna, as well as washing facilities, to create a high-class leisure suite.

A gym and jacuzzi, as well as changing rooms, complete the leisure package

There are five bedrooms in the main house, with the master bedroom suite being as elegant, spacious and well-designed as one would hope in such a modern house.

The master suite is vast, with sensational views across the gardens

The dual-aspect bedroom is large with high ceilings, opening onto a private balcony for superb views over the local landscape. There is a spacious dressing area with room for ample outfits and the mirrors/chairs necessary for deliberating over outfits in comfort.

The dressing room for the master suite is all chic elegance and order

The en-suite bathroom is an artistic masterpiece in its own right and provides all the modern bathing options that are expected in contemporary, luxury homes today, notably the picture-perfect view from the sensational bathtub.

All bathrooms are striking and beautifully designed

Indeed, all the spacious bedrooms have their own luxurious en-suite bathrooms or shower rooms, as well as dressing rooms, so no one need feel left out. The fifth bedroom is something quite special and may be fought over by the teenaged members of the household.

Loft bedroom suite has got ‘teenager’ written all over it

Located in the loft, this bedroom comes with its own sitting area and study area, as well as the bathroom and dressing area. It could be ideal for the teenager who is starting to crave independence within the family home – or has a penchant for playing the drums.

The setting and surrounding landscape provide peace and serenity for those with busy lives

This property is as much about the location and the glorious grounds as the impressive architecture and internal space. Of the 23 acres, the immediate area around the house has a choice of terraces and patios for dining or lounging, surrounded by landscaped gardens. Beyond the gardens is an area of paddock land, which could suit those who want to bring their own horses if stables are built.

Landscaped gardens surround the house, with a paddock suitable for horses

A padel court has been recently added into the grounds. This could be the impetus a new owner needs to learn to play this “innovative form of tennis that’s fun, easy to learn and extremely sociable” (according to the Lawn Tennis Association).

Learn to play padel tennis on your own court!

The house sits in the rolling countryside of Over Alderley, Cheshire. It’s rural, yet Manchester Airport is just 11 miles away and Manchester City Centre is around 19 miles away. The nearest large town is Macclesfield or Wilmslow.

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Marketed by Jackson-Stops, Alderley Edge

7 bedroom detached house for sale in Hocker Lane, Over Alderley, Cheshire, SK10 (rightmove.co.uk)

Iconic Grade II listed townhouse, Warwick (UK), £2,150,000

On 24 January 2024

In city living, Contemporary, Europe, Historic, luxury, property, UK

Zetland House is a piece of real Warwickshire history

Warwick is famous for its magnificent castle and historic town centre packed with independent shops and eateries. There is now a rare chance to purchase a historic property right in the centre of the town that has been thoughtfully renovated, transforming a grade II listed former public house into a luxurious family home.

Four floors comprising 5,000 sq ft of space makes this ideal for a family

Situated in a prime spot in Warwick town centre, the townhouse covers four floors and provides over 5,000 sq ft of living space, all of which retains period features such as fireplaces, exposed timbers, high ceiling and sash windows.

The original door leads into a large, bright entrance hall

The oak-floored entrance hallway is accessed via the original front door and ushers you into the property, with a drawing room and study situated on this lower floor, the former with a stunning bay window.

The ground floor contains a study and this impressive drawing room

On the first floor is what will become the hub of family life: an impressive open-plan kitchen and diner with a breakfast area that opens into the surprisingly large rear garden. Eager cooks will welcome the contemporary, luxurious finish in the kitchen area, with marble worktops and integrated top-end appliances (including a Miele induction hob, dishwasher, Quooker tap, Miele coffee machine), not to mention the combi oven and two ovens.

Modern, stylish kitchen-diner dominates the first floor

Skylights, in addition to the bifold patio doors, allow this space to bathe in natural light and there is a seating area in a sunny patch that will surely become your venue for morning coffee or post-work cocktails.

Patio doors lead out onto a terrace and surprisingly large rear garden

Beside the open-plan kitchen area is a formal dining room, an ideal space for entertaining and placed in easy proximity to the food prep area and handy utility room. Period touches are celebrated in this room once again, with the exposed beams complemented by more modern finishes.

The formal dining room provides ample space for entertaining

Climbing up another flight of stairs leads on to to four of the six bedrooms, with the most impressive being the master suite. This is a suite to knock your socks off: a luxurious shower room off the large bedroom and a private staircase for accessing a dressing area and living room in the eaves.

Bedrooms are large and comfortable, with wooden beams and large windows

The remaining bedrooms are all generous in size. One bedroom has an en-suite and the remainder served by three large and gloriously-finished bathrooms. Vast bath tubs and powerful rain showers are available to provide all the washing options which may be preferred.

Not sure the pub patrons of old would recognise a bathroom like this..

Climb up to the top floor for the last two bedrooms, a bathroom and a versatile space which is currently in use as a games and cinema room. This arrangement could be ideal for teenaged children who would welcome their own space – far enough away to not disturb the parents!

A generous room at the top of the house is being used as a games/cinema room

Adults may find their fun in the basement of this property, where a suite of rooms are currently being used as a home gym, a pilates studio (with a shower) and a wine store, complete with a bar area as a nod to the original Zetland Arms.

The bar area and wine cellar are alongside the gym…adult fun!

Many townhouses lack sufficient outside space so it’s a bonus to find the large and beautifully-landscaped back garden, with views of the surrounding town and nearby St Mary’s Church. The lower courtyard with seating areas provides space for outside dining when the weather allows, before the steps transport up to the terraced lawn.

The modern extension opens onto a pretty courtyard for al-fresco dining

A serious part of the appeal of this property is location, situated on Church Street in the heart of historic Warwick town centre. The new owners may find legs are used more than wheels here, as within easy walking distance are the historic Warwick Castle and two charming parks (Priory Park and St Nicholas Park), as well as Warwick racecourse.

Former pub turned spacious, glorious family home – could it be your home?

Also walkable are some incredible schools, including Warwick Prep School, Warwick School, and King’s High School for Girls. The train station is also easy to access on foot and provides regular services to Birmingham and London.

By celebrating some authentic touches but modernising to a luxurious standard, the renovators have done a superb job with this property

Parking permits can be arranged and the car will get you to the motorway network quickly, with the M40 just 2 miles away. The closest international airport (Birmingham) is 24 miles away.

Source: RightMove

6 bedroom town house for sale in Church Street, Warwick, Warwickshire, CV34 (rightmove.co.uk)

Marketed by Knight Frank, Stratford Upon Avon

Restored 18th-Century Finches Farm, Lancashire (UK), £3,500,000

On 10 January 2024

In award winning, Contemporary, Europe, luxury, UK

This beautifully-restored farm offers the English rural dream

For the combination of glorious rural English countryside, complete seclusion, historic charm and contemporary luxury, there is little to beat the beautifully-restored 18th century Finches Farm in Lancashire.

The original buildings can be dated to the 18th century but updated extensively inside

With many original features retained and celebrated, the main farmhouse has been given an upgrade to modern-day convenience and style, as stunning inside as the vast Lancashire countryside that surrounds this estate.

Paved driveway and landscaped lawns make for a tidier exterior than would have been usual in 1709

The farmhouse itself can trace its roots back to 1709 and sits within almost 4-acres of landscaped lawns and ornamental gardens. The views suggest complete isolation, but the reality is two local villages (Mawdesley and Croston) within a five minute drive for a community and the needed amenities.

Multiple buildings sit on 4 acres of land

The main living space on the ground floor is vast and provides the perfect blend of communal areas for entertaining or gathering, and some cosier snugs for privacy and seclusion.

The main entrance hall is vast, with wooden beams and a stone floor

You step into a large entrance area from where the various rooms can be accessed. This space is bathed in light from the multiple windows and, courtesy of reflective stone floors and white furnishings, is bright and welcoming.

Open plan kitchen-diner with a breakfast bar and a natural flow through to the living room

The kitchen – complete with an Aga as well as a more standard oven – sits within a wonderfully generous open-plan living area with a breakfast bar, a dining area and a seating area, all with dreamy views across the lawns.

Interiors are neat, minimal and clean for a calming environment to dine

For more formal, special occasions, there is a separate dining area, where one of the original wooden beams and restored wooden floor will provide a chance to tell your guests all about your spectacular, special home’s history.

Elegant wooden floors and multi-aspect windows give the dining area real charm

For the evenings when being presentable is not required and the idea of kicking back with a movie or a book appeals, there is also a separate living room that boasts more restored beams amid the modern comforts. There are patio doors for accessing the gardens and plenty of natural light to make the space feel airy and bright in the daytime.

Modern can still be cosy, as this living room showcases

Take a trip upstairs to find the four spacious bedrooms. Three of these have en-suite bathrooms and one is, frankly, a spectacle of master bedroom indulgence. You will need to move quick to reserve this one in a jostling family.

Mammoth master suite consists of high ceilings and a dressing area in addition to the en-suite bathroom

The large room has tall ceilings and sparkles in white furnishings to create an aura of elegance and comfort, with the sleeping area opening into a charming dressing area.

The dressing area flows easily into the bathroom for ease of preparations

The master en-suite is the only bathroom to boast a standalone brass-effect tub that sits proudly beside a window for bathing with the stupendous view over your gardens and wider Lancashire landscape.

All bedrooms are large and comfortable, with two en-suites and a family bathrooms

While the master might be quite extraordinary, the remaining three bedrooms are just as spacious and comfortable. Two of these ‘others’ have their own en-suite and there is a family bathroom to serve the final bedroom, with a panoply of rain showers and bath tubs to choose from in the sleek wash rooms.

You will certainly be cleaner than the 18th century occupants!

The outside areas have been lovingly restored and provide wonderful green spaces for enjoying the landscape and the natural restorative calm of the countryside. A terrace area directly outside the kitchen is a superb spot for those al-fresco meals in the warm days of summer

Patios and terraces are set immediately around the house for al-fresco opportunities

The grounds also house a full sized, flood lit tennis court to keep the active householders happy, while a home gym has been installed in the loft area above the garage. A useful space, the loft area could be turned to other purposes, such as an office or studio.

The tennis court is flood-lit so late summer sessions are a possibility

The ornamental garden is fabulous for ‘taking a turn in’ during lazy afternoons and will allow all the cares of the world to slip away. There is ample space and opportunity for keen gardeners on the grounds, and the south-facing lawns catch the sunshine.

Ornamental gardens are accompanied by sleek lawns, with space for gardeners to have their own patch

For getting in and out, the nearest motorway is the M6 and Chorley train station (8 miles) provides regular connections into Manchester Piccadilly station (journey time 50 mins approx.), Bolton and Preston. The closest airport is Manchester, approx. 40 miles away.

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4 bedroom detached house for sale in Syd Brook Lane, Mawdesley, West Lancashire, L40 (rightmove.co.uk)

Exceptional waterfront home, Poole Habour (UK), £7,750,000

On 27 December 2023

In Contemporary, Europe, Large grounds, luxury, Nature, seaview, UK

Secure, gated entrance leads the way into the grounds of this exceptional property

Now’s the time to snap up a seriously sizzling piece of real estate on the coast of England: a beautiful modern home perched on the hugely popular Evening Hill, an exclusive coastal area between Poole and Bournemouth. This spot is known for its natural beauty and micro climate (think mild winters and more sunshine than most of the UK!). The house, while exceptional within, is just 160m from Poole Harbour to deliver exceptional sea views.

A view from above – how’s that for proximity to the ocean?

The house was designed and built for the current owners but it’s sure to impress all with it’s spacious, bright and calming interior spaces. The ground floor is dominated by a stylish open-plan living and dining space with a sophisticated and well-designed kitchen.

Calming colours and lines echo the calming horizon in the open-plan living space

The kitchen has a sociable breakfast bar that opens onto the dining area, with the whole space seeming to flow seamlessly onto the terrace that stretches the length of property, allowing events to spill out into the glorious grounds.

Neat, sophisticated kitchen complete with breakfast bar

Back inside, the kitchen gains from an additional utility room that hides away all the large appliances. This can be entered via the backdoor, which makes it a useful place for staggering in with the shopping supplies and depositing muddy boots.

A large utility room is a convenient yet stylish storage space

In addition to this charming communal space there are two further receptions rooms that can be earmarked as cosy snugs or a games room for the younger members of the family.

Smaller, cosier reception rooms on the ground floor ensure there’s space and privacy for the whole household

Indeed, there is no shortage of space across this property for various uses: there is a large room above the double garage available to adapt to the new owners’ whim. It’s currently in use as a games room, but could also be a study or a studio.

The large room above the garage is beautifully decorated and could serve many uses – a studio? Gym?

There are five bedrooms across the property, one of which is on the ground floor and provides a guest suite complete with bathroom and dressing area. Climb the stairs to find three further en-suite bedrooms, one of which is the impressive master bedroom.

Spacious bedrooms come with en-suite bathrooms and glorious sea views

The room bathes in light and boasts beautiful views towards the water, as you’d hope. The added thrill for the master occupant will be the spacious dressing area that neatly tucks away all the clothes and clutter.

A dressing area will help keep your clothing clutter neat and tidy

The bathrooms – four bedrooms are en-suite while a family bathroom serves the final bedroom – are all understated but elegant, providing all the latest fixtures for washing in style, notably bathtubs and showers to cover all bathing urges.

With four bedrooms having their own bathrooms, there is no shortage of space for washing however full the house

If you climb up a final floor, the house has another spacious room (the fifth bedroom) currently in use as a study. This is, once again, a versatile space that can be turned to whatever purpose the new owner wishes. There is a small home gym in the property, but it could be relocated to this bigger space?

The current gym is compact and could be re-located to a larger room if needed

And the options for the active abound outside, where a large and beautiful pool sits in a pool ‘room’ which can open up completely to flow onto the terrace in the warmer months. The pool room can also be closed off, keeping out the inclement weather later in the year to allow swimmers to continue their immersions in comfort.

Long, sumptuous swimming pool is heated and covered, yet opens into the garden and terrace

Alongside the pool is a sauna, which completes the work-out bundle of gym-sauna-swim and could prove welcoming after a session of watersports at nearby Poole Harbour.

The addition of a sauna is a real ‘win’ for new potential owners

The spacious terrace at the back of the house is designed to provide all the options needed for entertaining al-fresco. There are spaces for tables and chairs, different spots to enjoy depending on the time of day, and even an outdoor cooking area complete with pizza oven and a bar. Your parties are going to get seriously good..

The back garden has various terraces, seating areas, cooking areas and a ‘bar’, all with the glorious backdrop of the sea

Stroll down to the end of the southwesterly facing garden to find a terraced area ideally suited for admiring the kayakers and sailors on the water, or sipping a sundowner as the sun slips below the horizon.

The end of the garden has a shaded terrace for watching the watersports

This property is ideally located for getting to Poole Harbour, where there are masses of options for watersports, as well as beautiful cafes and restaurants (Rick Stein’s venue is very popular) and the expected amenities and independent shops, alongside theatres.

This grand, modern and spacious property in a prime location won’t last long on the market

Getting in and out of this property is a breeze, with direct services to London in two hours from nearby Bournemouth train station. Bournemouth Airport is 10 miles away, while London Heathrow Airport can be reached in under 2 hours.

Poole Harbour is a sought-after location for those passionate about watersports

Education options won’t be difficult to source if you have younger people in the household, with many good local schools including Canford School, Bournemouth and Poole Grammar schools, Bournemouth Collegiate, Talbot Heath and Park School.

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5 bedroom detached house for sale in Alington Road, Evening Hill, Poole, Dorset, BH14 (rightmove.co.uk)

Ultra-modern 7-bed Sheffield (UK), £1,850,000

On 13 December 2023

In city living, Contemporary, Europe, Large grounds, luxury, Nature, UK

A spacious driveway is the first intimation of an impressive house behind that front door..

This stunning, ultra-modern family home in Sheffield is not only a bold and intelligent design and creation, it also boasts some of the most spectacular views in the area and – a useful brag for the neighbours – has the largest private garden on the road!

The 7-bed home is designed to maximise the light and the views

It may look subtle and unassuming from the main entrance, but this 7-bed home opens into an impressive, light-filled family home, with the main open-plan living space at the back of the house opening up completely to the gardens with double-height windows and wall-to-wall sliding doors.

Open-plan, double-height living space can be completely opened up to the terrace and garden

Spilling out into the back garden will be seamless, as large terraces guide the occupants out to seating areas and a beautifully-landscaped lawn. A hot tub bubbles happily at the edge of the terrace, while the lawns and gardens are dotted with cosy lounging areas for wiling away balmy afternoons.

The hot tub will be a popular choice for parties and could even tempt guests outside in the winter

The family will enjoy exploring the vast gardens, which stretch further than expected in this property, and the views will be a real treat no matter the time of day or season.

The garden is large and helps create a sense of peace and serenity within this property

Back inside the house, the main ground floor living area is complemented by a large dining space and a neat, stylishly-finished kitchen and breakfast area.

The kitchen is sleekly designed and convenient, with space for convivial meal prep

The real asset of this main living space in this incredible heated swimming pool which has been made into a design feature as much as a welcome and useful utility for the family. With windows onto the living area and bi-fold doors opening to the gardens, swimming will feel outdoors not matter the weather and become a real feature of entertaining.

The swimming pool is practically part of the ground floor living space and opens up onto the terraces

Moving upstairs, the seven bedrooms are all impressive and yet unique, creating welcoming and distinctive spaces for the family and their guests alike.

Spacious hallways and corridors, and an elegant staircase, add further levels of comfort and elegance

The master bedroom enjoys the most commanding position in the property, with a large outdoor terrace and ample space inside, as well as a private spiral staircase leading up to a higher roof terrace.

The master bedroom is spacious and opens onto a private balcony

The bathrooms that are either en-suite or for shared family use are as opulent as the rest of the house. These are large, immaculate areas with free standing tubs and rain showers, all of which appear as art works rather than mere cleaning facilities.

Plenty of room for the whole family in the artistic bathrooms

Some of the rooms have been given a splash of colour and youthful quirk to suit younger householders, which provides food for thought when it comes to fresh decoration. Wonderfully, all bedrooms have access to a balcony that runs the length of the property, providing light and landscape to make waking up a pleasure.

New owners will be keen to put their own decorative stamp on this property

The design of the property allows for all spaces to feel light and airy, with fewer internal walls and masses of windows and sliding doors providing access to private or public terraces and balconies. It’s a very modern approach and makes for a house that feels bright and alive to live in, no matter how dark and glum the winter months can be.

Balconies are a pleasing way to enjoy the views

Despite being on the edge of a city, this house has incredible proximity to popular countryside areas for walking, camping or cycling, including Graves Park and the Peak District. Sheffield train station is 4 miles away, where connections to Scotland, the south of England (Plymouth, Reading) and nearby northern hubs (Manchester, Leeds, Nottingham, Newcastle) are available. Manchester airport (40 miles away) is the most convenient place to fly from, considering the regular train connections to the airport from Sheffield.

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Marketed by Whitehornes, Banner Cross

7 bedroom detached house for sale in Abbey Lane, Sheffield, S8 (rightmove.co.uk)

6-bed Contemporary courtyard life in Winchester (UK), £2,000,000

On 15 November 2023

In Contemporary, Europe, island, luxury, property, UK

This unique house is shaped around a beautiful courtyard

Winchester may be able to trace its history right back to Roman times, but this home within the charming city environs is as modern and contemporary as they come. It even has a splash of Mediterranean flourish, as the property is arranged around an attractive courtyard, providing ample space for a household to spill out into the fresh air from the various access points.

A very modern home in a very old city

This six-bedroom home is striking from the outside as much as within, and potential owners will be thrilled with the comfortable run of reception rooms easing around the courtyard. The highlight of the main living space is an impressive 30ft kitchen/breakfast room with sliding doors that allows for indoor/outdoor living.

An elegant and spacious kitchen can be completely opened up onto the courtyard

The downstairs reception rooms also include a formal dining area as well as a cosier living room, all of which are carefully designed and bask in ample sunlight from large windows. Many of these areas have patio doors, with access directly outside, allowing the whole house to be opened up in the warmer months.

Bright and spacious, the main living areas have all the nooks and facilities you might need

There are six bedrooms in total across this property, three of which are found within the guest wing with their own en-suites. This arrangement is ideal for visitors as it ensures all occupants have their privacy.

Spacious bedrooms provide glorious views towards the Isle of Wight

Of the remaining three bedrooms, two share access to an exquisitely fitted family bathroom, but the main event is the majestic master bedroom suite. Arranged over two floors of the tower of this property (there’s a lift to whisk you up there!) the master has the best views towards the sea and all the space owners may need to lounge, sleep and wash in complete seclusion.

The master bedroom in the tower boasts the best views and the most comfortable sleeping area

In addition to the glorious central courtyard – a sheltered private space with an ornamental garden pool and lots of space for entertaining – there is an area of garden on the south side of the building to provide the additional splash of green.

The unusual shape and clever design makes this house truly special

The house boasts a spot in the popular residential area of Sleepers Hill, about 1.5 miles from Winchester city centre. Winchester railway station provides regular connections to London Waterloo – its a journey time of 1 hour into the Big Smoke. For further travel, the M3 is just 3 miles away, Southampton Airport is 12 miles away and the more substantial Heathrow Airport is 55 miles away.

Eye-catching design is also well-thought out, practical and comfortable

Winchester is a city but a small and historic one, with an impressive cathedral and many restaurants, cafes, bars, supermarkets and shops. Equally impressive are the schools in the area, most notably Winchester College (the current UK PM is a previous student), Kings School, St Swithuns School and Peter Symonds College.

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Marketed by Hamptons, Winchester

6 bedroom detached house for sale in Sleepers Hill, WINCHESTER, SO22 (rightmove.co.uk)

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