Houses of the week

By Paul Vale
Posted: 2008/10/13

WE bring you the best houses on the market this week...

Crossways Woodgreen, Hampshire £950,000

STRIKING PERIOD house in exquisite gardens on the edge of a common and centred around an octagonal entrance hall. It boasts triple aspect views with a lovely outlook on the surrounding garden. There are ample period features, including an open fireplace with marble surround, as well as four bedrooms, two cloakrooms, three bathrooms (two en suite), a garden room and a cellar.

Best bit: High standard of decor throughout.
Worst bit: No leisure facilities.

Tel: 01722 426820


Rose Cottage Porthcurno, Cornwall £355,000

A superb contemporary house with flexible accommodation, including four bedrooms, a garage and gardens.

Best bit: Close to Porthcurno beach.
Worst bit: No en suite bathrooms.

Tel: 01872 261160


Cobdens East Ashling, Sussex £1.275million

A delightful Grade II listed Tudor house occupying a lovely rural position on the fringe of the village with views over cornfields

Best bit: Plenty of history (built in 1498).
Worst bit: Small windows.

Tel: 01243 786316


Barn Piece Farm Kinver, West Midlands £635,000

An exceptional house commanding magnificent views with four bedrooms and attractive gardens of around one acre.

Best bit: High standard of decor.
Worst bit: Small third bedroom.

Tel: 01905 734735


Alton House Kidderminster, Worcestershire £845,000

An arts and crafts house of great architectural merit within a prestigious residential area. The dwelling has five bedrooms.

Best bit: Heated swimming pool.
Worst bit: Only three bedrooms are en suite.

Tel: 01299 401456


The Old Coach House Biddenden, Kent £550,000

A stunning former coach house, now with a contemporary air, in the heart of a picturesque village. The property has four bedrooms.
 
Best bit: Good school catchment area.
Worst bit: Not much land.

Tel: 01580 720000


Pen Elm Norton Fitzwarren, Somerset £795,000

Distinguished family house built in the 1930s, set in beautiful established gardens and boasting three bedrooms.

Best bit: Nearly three acres of land.
Worst bit: No swimming pool.

Tel: 01823 325144


The Chestnuts Dudlestone Heath, Shropshire £650,000

Charming period property providing wellappointed and adaptable family accommodation amongst mature gardens.

Best bit: Six bedrooms.
Worst bit: Private tank drainage.

Tel: 01244 328361


Bentley House Brompton, Yorkshire £725,000

Detached house with a large south-facing walled garden in a popular village, boasting four bedrooms and a double garage.

Best bit: Stunning location.
Worst bit: Less than an acre of land.

Tel: 01325 489948


Bressingham Lodge Bressingham, Norfolk £895,000

Elegant former rectory within 5.5 acres of mature landscaped gardens and paddock. The dwelling has six bedrooms and a courtyard.

Best bit: Ample land, including an orchard.
Worst bit: No conservatory.

Tel: 01284 700535


Trevenning Farm St Tudy, Cornwall £1.2million

Enchanting farmstead in an idyllic hamlet with panoramic views. The residence has five bedrooms and extensive equestrian facilities.

Best bit: More than six acres of land.
Worst bit: Horses not included.

Tel: 01872 273473


Waters Edge White Lackington, Dorset £610,000

Immaculately modern property in a peaceful secluded location, featuring four bedrooms, a double garage and a large sitting room.

Best bit: Useful dining room.
Worst bit: Less than half an acre of land.

Tel: 01305 262123

Beechwood House Brough Park, Surrey £695,000

Detached family house in a former nursery garden of a fine Grade I listed country house, boasting an eleven acre parkland setting.

Best bit: Detached double garage.
Worst bit: No conservatory.

Tel: 01325 489948