The restoration of a glorious townhouse in Marlborough has required extraordinary attention to detail – something which, thankfully, the owner had in spades.
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The top 10 market towns in England, from Kent to Cumbria
Country Life presents the top 10 market towns in England, from Kent to Cumbria, where you'll find fine properties, great schools and beautiful surroundings.
How to turn your home into a film location
Welcoming a film crew into your home can bring fame and a little fortune, says Flora Watkins.
Where to live in the Cotswolds: A guide to choosing the perfect spot
In these days of flexible working, country-house buyers are more motivated by finding the right house, rather than being locked into a specific location. However, one area where the old…
The best things to add to to your house to increase its value, from party barns to dressing rooms
If you’re having work done to your house, it should be for one clear reason – because you want to make your home . That said, it’s always reassuring to…
45 great places to live within an hour of London
There are literally thousands of places where you can live outside of London but still get to the city inside an hour. Eleanor Doughty picks out 45 where you're sure…
The Country Life Top 100 builders, architects, interior decorators and garden designers in Britain
Country Life's experts have delved into their little black books to bring you the finest architects, builders, interior decorators and garden designers in Britain.
The best country house architects in Britain
Country Life has once again delved into its little black book and fully updated its list of the finest architects in Britain – an indispensable guide if you're considering serious…
The best builders in Britain
Whether you're embarking on a new-build or painstakingly restoring a listed building, here are the craftsmen with excellent foundations.
How to choose a conservatory, orangery or timber-framed extension to suit your house
Let there be light – conservatories, orangeries and garden rooms are sympathetic and practical ways to add extra space to a house, says Amelia Thorpe.
Britain’s top property hotspots for 2018, and what you could get if you moved there
The market as a whole is expected to stagnate or even fall in the next 12 months, but it won't happen everywhere. Penny Churchill canvassed expert opinion from estate agents…
Seven golden rules for selling a country house
We've spoken to Britain's top country house agents to get their advice on how to sell a country house – from presentation and security to tricks and tips.
The mysteries of ‘topping off’: Why workers erect trees and crack open a beer when they finish a building
A fir tree in the house at Christmas is a common sight, but one perched on the topmost beam during the construction of a building? This bizarre practice may rather…
The future’s bright: New colour palettes bring life to period properties
Period houses are being treated to a jauntier palette of colours, says Giles Kime, as he explores bold beautiful hues for your home.
How to master the art of perfect picture hanging
Hanging art, pictures and photographs correctly can be a daunting task. Art and framing consultant Marcus Wells shares his expertise.
Living in a conservation area: Ten things you need to know
Conservation areas have been protecting Britain's most beautiful areas for 50 years – here's what you need to know if you live in one, or are thinking about moving to
How to declutter your house without losing your mind
Decluttering a house filled with inherited treasures can be a monumental challenge. Debora Robertson explains how to sort out your stuff without losing your mind and alienating your entire family.
The bizarre superstitions that could see you lose out on a dream house – or help you get a bargain
From the seller who refused to take an extra £11,000 because it would have been bad luck to man who refused to move until Mercury was heading in the right…
How weird and quirky period features can be incorporated into modern living
From priest holes to gargoyles, Nicola Venning explores how unusual period features, if well curated, can be the making of a property.
Why it’s time to move up North: Beauty, beaches and the ‘Cotswolds of the North’
Although much is said of the clamour for property down south, up north, the demand has almost reached the same heights. Eleanor Doughty investigates.