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Houses of the week

Houses of the week
Hill House in Brundall, Norfolk
By Paul Vale
Posted: 2008/08/31

WE take a look at the best properties on the market this week...

Windrush Lower Peover, Cheshire £3million

AN IMPOSING, south-facing country house with an extensive manicured garden, set on a quiet rural lane within seven acres of land. It has an entrance vestibule, drawing room, family room, dining room, study, kitchen/ breakfast room, four bedrooms (two en suite), a family bathroom and laundry room. Outside, the estate boasts a detached double garage and an orchard.

Best bit: Outdoor swimming pool.
Worst bit: No helipad.

Tel: 01565 757000


Crowcombe Court Crowcombe, Somerset £2.5million

A magnificent Georgian mansion in an enchanting setting with a great hall and five large bedrooms.

Best bit: Two separate apartments.
Worst bit: Private jet not included.

Tel: 01823 325144


Dickers Farm East Ashling, Sussex £1.47million

A country house set in mature gardens with an extensive range of outbuildings and a heated swimming pool.

Best bit: Ideal for entertaining.
Worst bit: Only two acres of land.

Tel: 01243 786316


Grange Farmhouse Horningtoft, Norfolk £575,000

Charming period farmhouse in a small north Norfolk village, offering four bedrooms, three attics, a workshop and a garage.

Best bit: Charming gardens with paddock.
Worst bit: Not much land (one acre).

Tel: 01603 612333


Cherryholt Farm Mobberley, Cheshire £1.5million

An attractive and spacious country house set in stunning grounds. It boasts five large bedrooms.

Best bit: Integral triple garage.
Worst bit: No pool or tennis court.

Tel: 01625 540340


The Manse Baltonsborough, Somerset £1.1million

A sizable property with commanding views and featuring five bedrooms, two bathrooms, a double garage and outbuildings.

Best bit: Useful old school room (detached).
Worst bit: No conservatory.

Tel: 01749 685220


Village Farmhouse Milton Ernest, Bedfordshire £625,000

A Grade II listed stone farmhouse set on the edge of a popular village. It boasts a pretty w alled garden.

Best bit: Four double bedrooms.
Worst bit: Not much natural light.

Tel: 01525 290641


Prixford Barton Prixford, Devon £1.375million

A Grade II listed period farmhouse commanding delightful westerly views and featuring an indoor swimming pool.

Best bit: A barn, stabling and garaging.
Worst bit: Maintaining seven acres.

Tel: 01271 377833


Esp Hill House Holt, North Wales £875,000

A handsome period house adjoining beautiful countryside with delightful views towards the Welsh Hills.

Best bit: Useful cellars.
Worst bit: Narrow fifth bedroom.

Tel: 01244 328361


Windrush Lower Peover, Cheshire £3million

An imposing country house with manicured gardens, set on a quiet rural lane. The estate boasts an outdoor heated swimming pool.

Best bit: More than seven acres of land.
Worst bit: Servants not included.

Tel: 01565 757000


Mill Cottage Tickenham, Somerset £750,000

A Grade II listed thatched country house in private gardens. The dwelling boasts four bedrooms and a stable.

Best bit: Four reception rooms.
Worst bit: Small windows.

Tel: 01275 333433


Clearview Salcombe, Devon £950,000

A recently extended detached house enjoying a breathtaking panorama of the estuary and surrounding land.

Best bit: Large sun terrace.
Worst bit: Small fourth bedroom.

Tel: 01548 844473


Hill House Brundall, Norfolk £600,000

A charming late Victorian family house in a popular Broadland village near Norwich. The property has four bedrooms.

Best bit: Large sitting/drawing room.
Worst bit: No en suite bathrooms.

Tel: 01603 612333