How about a new home this year? A mix of properties brightens the market across the capital, the country and the coast.
1. Bagshot, Surrey
A three-bedroom home, Pinewood Farm is all about the cosy countryside life. Tucked away in a secluded spot, the property has a generous private driveway and direct access to Swinley Forest. Once you’ve strolled among the greenery, relax in the refurbished property where the large dining room has an open fireplace, and three double bedrooms include a principal suite with a dressing area and en suite shower room. The gardens are almost an acre and are accompanied by a stable and store room, not forgetting the double garage.
This property is currently on the market with Winkworth Sunningdale on 01344 291639.
2. Battersea Church Road, London
Love the city lights? This two-bedroom London apartment is in an iconic riverside development, complete with 24-hour security and concierge services, a private gym with a sauna and steam room, and an all-weather tennis court. At 1977 square feet, the apartment offers plenty of room as you luxuriate in the triple-aspect views of the Thames. Then there’s the fully refurbished interior – from new wooden flooring to a modern Bulthaup kitchen with Gaggenau and Miele appliances, plus state-of-the-art technology throughout, including underfloor heating.
This property is currently on the market with Winkworth Knightsbridge and Chelsea on 020 7589 6616.
3. Reading, Berkshire
For those who crave both historic charm and modern comforts, check out this four-bedroom home in Riseley. The thatched cottage harks back to the 1750s and has recently been beautifully renovated and extended. Discover a high-spec kitchen featuring a central island with a ‘waterfall’ stone worksurface before you venture into the lounge, where bespoke bi-fold doors open onto the garden. The extensive grounds boast a wrap-around patio, a double garage with a workshop area, and a summer house furnished with a sauna for hot bubbles after long days.
This property is currently on the market with Winkworth Reading on 0118 4022300.
4. Brixham, Devon
Three words: dazzling sea views. It’s hard to beat the setting of this four-bedroom house in one of Brixham’s most desirable residential areas. The detached home has a reverse-level design to make the most of the location: the main living space gazes out across the harbour, sea and bay, including an open-plan kitchen onto a large sun terrace. Likewise, the lounge is dual aspect, so you can bask in the views while planning an outing to Brixham town or a nearby beach.
This property is currently on the market with Winkworth Dartmouth on 01803 832288.
5. Horning, Norwich, Norfolk
The River Bure is the enviable address of this four-bedroom waterside home. Nature lovers can take in the fresh air and views across unspoilt marshland. The property itself embraces the riverside lifestyle with a dual-aspect living room at the heart of the home, and a raised deck for your al fresco dining and morning coffee, enjoyed as boats drift by. The private mooring deck gives you direct access to the water while the gravelled driveway is supported by a log store, dog shower, detached timber workshop and carport.
This property is currently on the market with Winkworth Eaton on 01603 324466.
6. Shaftesbury, Dorset
This seven-bedroom 1920s property, Winterfield, sits in the middle of a glorious 35 acres. And if you cast your eye further? You’ll see an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, enriched with views of Spreadeagle Hill. In Winterfield, the acclaimed architect Edward Turner Powell created a classic example of the Arts and Crafts Movement, using the finest locally quarried sandstone for the walls, Delabole slate and chestnut guttering. The house’s seven bedrooms and five reception rooms are complemented by a separate three-bedroom cottage, indoor swimming pool, gym, tennis court and outbuildings.
This property is currently on the market with Winkworth Salisbury on 01722 443000.
