Clean air, beautiful scenery and abundant space are just a few of the reasons that make country living so appealing. Here are five of our favourite homes that are perfect for immersing yourself in the country lifestyle.
1. Wokingham, Berkshire
Designed specially to suit the plot of land it resides in, Castleton was built and maintained to the highest standards by its current owners, for whom it has been the most fabulous family home and it now comes to the market for the first time ever. Sitting atop Pye Hill, this gated home provides privacy and beautiful views of Berkshire to the front and rear. This spacious home offers six reception rooms, five bedrooms, four bathrooms, a luxurious fully integrated bedroom and space for a detached home office above the four-car garage. Extending in all to 2.3 acres, the acre and a half at the house level is landscaped and immaculately maintained. This home is for sale with Winkworth Wokingham 01189 072777 for £2,500,000.
2. Ferndown, Dorset
This stunning Victorian home is set within the Scheduled Monument of Dudsbury Camp, an Iron Age fort and is legally protected because of its historical importance. The property was built in 1893, and extended and modernised in 2018 and now encompasses 4,700 sq. ft. of space across three floors, with facing red brick elevations under a natural Welsh slate roof. This capacious property has been restored to an exacting standard with many Victorian features. The home includes four reception rooms, a triple aspect kitchen/breakfast/family area with access to both the front and rear gardens, four large first floor bedrooms (including a superb triple aspect principal suite with dressing room and luxury en-suite bath/shower room), and three second floor double bedrooms. The property’s grounds also include a dilapidated cottage with planning permission to demolish and rebuild and a garage block with potential for redevelopment. This home is for sale with Winkworth Wimborne 01202 841171 for £2,800,000.
3. Petersfield, Hampshire
Located in the picturesque hamlet of Durford Mill, this lovely Grade II Listed country house lies on the banks of The River Rother, offering views of the country. Believed to originally date from 1770, the property was extended in the 20th Century and now provides extensive accommodation for any incoming buyer. Set over two floors, this historic home with stone and brick elevations under a tiled roof offers ample space for a family with five bedrooms and two bathrooms, in addition to a detached garage with an annexe above. The extensive gardens greatly contribute to the beauty of the home, with the grounds and paddock set within approximately 3.5 acres of land. This home is available for sale with Winkworth Petersfield 01730 267274 for £2,500,000.
4. Crowthorne, Berkshire
Longacres is a beautiful home of substantial proportions sitting in an established and mature plot of approximately 2.5 acres. This expansive home comprises 5,179 sq. ft. of accommodation, including four double bedrooms, (two with en-suite facilities), five reception areas including a spacious triple aspect kitchen/breakfast room, a formal dining hall, a living room with a fireplace and beautiful garden views, a study or garden room, large utility room and potential scope for a home gym or games room. This property offers flexible accommodation accompanied by two independently accessed suites which could be ideal for someone working from home or require accommodation for a relative or au pair. Moreover, Longacres comes with a convenient three-car garage. This home is available for sale with Winkworth Wokingham 01189 072777 for £2,250,000.
5. Hove, East Sussex
Located in Hove, Brunswick Place, is a fine example of Regency architecture, being one of the few seafront townhouses remaining as a single dwelling in the city and one of few occupied by a whole family. Built by Wilds and Busby in 1828 to 1830 Brunswick Place formed a focal point of the town, providing luxury houses on the coastline and contributing to the local character. Brunswick Place is a Grade II listed building and has undergone extensive refurbishment to provide a beautiful modern living space housed within Regency architecture. This elegant bow-fronted property includes six bedrooms (five of which are double bedrooms), three reception rooms and three bathrooms across five floors. Complete with period features, this home is sure to impress with its beautiful fireplaces, full length windows, cornicing detailing, dado rails and solid wood floors. Perhaps the most outstanding feature of this home is its beautiful first floor balcony with breathtaking sea views. Outside, you can find a stunning courtyard garden and residence permit parking. This home is for sale with Winkworth Brighton & Hove 01273 772 175 for £2,000,000.
