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16 delightful homes for sale, from cottages to converted churches, as seen in Country Life

We take a look at some of the finest homes to appear in Country Life over the past week or so.

A 'perfect William-and-Mary doll's house' has come up for sale in a delightful Cotswolds village

The end of lockdown and the start of summer has led to a number of new properties hitting the market. Penny Churchill takes a look at one of them: Poulton Manor.

Four quite magnificent homes which began life as completely different buildings, from mills to vinegar factories

It’s not only paper, glass and metal we recycle, but also buildings, to create homes with character, charm and stories to tell. James Fisher picks out some of the most wonderful converted homes in the country.

A house in 'the most beautiful village in England' with Cotswold charm, quirky interior design and a party barn

There's a huge range of things to appeal at Arlington Manor; Penny Churchill takes a look.

Where to live in the Cotswolds: A guide to choosing the perfect spot

Where in the Cotswolds should you move to? The answer will depend on what is more important to you and your family, as our handy guide explains.

A waterfront house in West Sussex that's Georgian at the front — and a bit of a surprise at the back

This place in Sussex is the property equivalent of tucking a racy modern novel into a Jane Austen dust jacket. James Fisher reports.

A manor house in the heart of Cobham with boating pond and orchard, just 22 miles from central London

Cobham Court looks to be the ideal home for someone wanting one foot in London and another in the country. Penny Churchill has a look.

Five incredible properties for sale which truly demand a 'virtual viewing'

Take a look at our list of the five most popular virtual viewing properties of lockdown.

A 700-year-old manor house in the Cotswolds with its own moat, secret gardens and royal connections

Bolehyde Manor, a few miles from Chippenham, is a glorious, large house with wonderful gardens.

A mini-estate by the water in the stretch of the Thames that inspired 'The Wind in the Willows'

Kenneth Grahame learned to row a boat in the waters around this gorgeous property, which is on the market for the first time in almost half a century.

Ripple Court, 'one of east Kent’s most important country houses', has come to the market

Ripple Court, a Georgian masterpiece reputedly built by the great Sir John Soane, has come to the market near Deal, in Kent — but buyers will have to go in with eyes open, says Penny Churchill.

Best country houses for sale this week

Catch up on the best country houses for sale this week that have come to the market via Country Life.

A pair of water towers for sale, where graceful Victorian architecture meets purple neon and vintage motorbikes in the hallway

Estate agents often like to use the word 'unique' when describing properties. For this home near Colchester, there really is no other word.

A superb country house with 28 acres, beautiful views — and a free hat and coat

A wonderful house in County Durham that was once the home of a British prime minister is on the market. James Fisher reports.

Five majestic country houses for sale, as seen in Country Life

Our regular round-up includes a historic home in Hampshire and a breathtaking home in the South Downs.

'One of the most magical properties in the South West', with a rare blend of homeliness and grandeur

A truly wonderful home in Devon has come to the market: the grade I-listed Canonteign, in the Teign Valley.

The house where the incomparable Cecil Beaton wooed Greta Garbo is up for sale, with its own Winter Garden

A superb home near Salisbury once owned by Cecil Beaton, and beautifully restored by the present owners, has come up for sale. Penny Churchill takes a look.

A Georgian home in West Cornwall with heated pool, grass tennis court, and ideal for a lifestyle business

This huge home in west Cornwall offers a chance not just to live in one of the most beautiful parts of Britain, but also to run a lifestyle business — or businesses — for those looking to escape the urban sprawl.

Best places in Britain for a blend of natural beauty and high-speed broadband

Samuel Taylor Coleridge's childhood home up for sale, complete with pool, party room and library for 22,000 books

The extraordinary Chanters House in Devon should be on the watch list for anyone looking for a country house with grandeur, history and a sense of fun.