Quaint cottages, handsome conversions and beautiful country houses often come with seven-figure price tags – but truly lovely character properties are out there that are well within reach for most buyers. Here's out pick of the latest to come to the market.
At the top end of the market, the properties for sale are breathtaking.
Our Utterly Inessential Shopping List returns with some technology that is far cleverer than we are.
Càrn Deas is a majestically beautiful private island off the north-west coast of Scotland, with a price tag that will have all of us checking our online balance and doing a few sums. Toby Keel reports.
Best known for his romantic evocations of French pastoral life, the British painter William Lee Hankey’s skilfully executed work is imbued with rich colour and emotion, reveals Anthony J. Lester.
Those who grew up with dogs probably already know which breed they want to own, and have done for years. But the rest of us might need a bit of help — so we spoke to the Kennel Club to get their tips on how to choose the perfect pedigree dog.
We all love blackberries — and you'll love them even more in this recipe from cooks behind Wild by Tart.
The smartest kit for outdoor cooks, chosen by Amelia Thorpe.
Inspired by simple Scottish and Swedish structures in remote locations, Annie and Lachlan Stewart have created an ‘instant’ hideaway. Amelia Thorpe takes a look.
The British seaside has had a memorable year with more people holidaying in the UK than there have been for years — and Great Yarmouth, the classic resort on the Norfolk coast, is making the most of it. Toby Keel took his family to pay a visit.
New figures have shown that almost £70 billion of property has changed hands in England and Wales during 2021 so far.
From floral and fruity gins to wines that you can drink without a pang of conscience, we've rounded up some of the best new drinks on the market, perfect for an al fresco drink as the height of summer approaches.
If you fancy getting away from it all — REALLY getting away from it all – our selection of houses in the middle of nowhere has gorgeous spots across the country.
The idea of living in a thatched cottage in an idyllic spot in the English countryside is a dream for so many of us; we take a look at some of the most alluring thatched houses for sale at the moment.
The artist picks a classic van Dyck portrait, whose 'flesh belies a beating pulse'.
Country Life 7 July 2021 looks at waves, donkeys and Isle of Wight gardens.
The big story in the property markets over the past year has been the shift from city to country. Will it be permanent? Some say yes, others disagree — and there are signs that cities are changing in response to the desire for green space.
