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A grand Victorian stone house on the edge of a popular commuter village in the Northumberland countryside that offers the best of both worlds
The desire to escape to the country has never been greater, and Apperley Dene showcases the type of property available to commuters that allows you to fully immerse yourself in the very best of country living whilst still maintaining great access to a major city.
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Exquisite views, perfect privacy and a setting among camellias, rhododendrons and azaleas at this Arts-and-Crafts property in Cornwall
Perran Cove, near Mawnan Smith, six miles from Falmouth, is perched high above the Helford River, taking in views of the waters and ancient woodland.
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A handsome Georgian property near Hereford with outbuildings and over 40 acres of land that is bursting with potential
The Valletts is a beautifully raw property with the potential – and space — to transform it into something incredibly special.
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A fairytale cottage with exposed beams and long country views, in the heart of Jane Austen's Hampshire
Grade II-listed Fern Cottage originally dates from the 17th century and has kept intact its original charm.
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A truly exquisite Georgian townhouse on the south coast with grace, style and a roof terrace
This Grade II*-listed house in Worthing has grand Georgian interiors and a panoramic roof terrace.
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In Focus: Vaughan Williams, the composer who wrote 'the world's most beautiful melody'
Ralph Vaughan Williams is one of Britain's great composers, and as a major milestone arrives his fans are celebrating his body of work and life.
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A spectacular North Pennines farmhouse with 100 acres, its own power and water, and a 21-bed bunkhouse ripe for an enterprising new owner
Buyers looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life may well find themselves craving the great outdoors — and what better place to escape to than a sprawling, eco-friendly farm in County Durham?
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Why buy one house when you can have three? A unique opportunity to buy a trio of homes in a Surrey spot surrounded by exquisitely beautiful woodland
Hidden amongst a 4 1/2 acre sea of mature plants, specimen trees and large Victorian pond are three unique properties, each bursting with character and their own unique charm.
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Dunvegan Castle gardens opened up to RHS members
The gardens at the 900-year-old Dunvegan Castle on the Isle of Skye have joined the RHS Partner Gardens scheme. Annunciata Elwes reports.
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The rare images of J.R.R. Tolkien which caused a sensation at auction
Pamela Chandler's portraits of the great J.R.R. Tolkien went under the hammer recently, almost doubling the estimate set by the auctioneers.
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Kew's 2022 list of vital plant species, including a mushroom with teeth, an orchid that grows only in the dark and the Leonardo di Caprio tree
Uvariopsis dicaprio might be a first in the natural world: a tree named after a Hollywood A-lister, and a plant which is on the radar of Kew. Annunciata Elwes reports.
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The anniversaries to look out for in 2022, from Ferdinand Magellan to Harry Potter, and from The Beatles to Carter unearthing Tutankhamun
Battles, Beatles, Bond and an ancient Egyptian curse... there’s a lot to remember in 2022.
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125 years of property sold through Country Life, from Chartwell to Stonehenge (yes, really)
Country Life has been at the heart of the finest property for sale in Britain ever since the first issue, some 125 years ago today. Our property editor Annunciata Elwes took a look through the archives to see some of the most extraordinary and noteworthy places for sale.
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Britain’s most scenic drives: The Black Mountain Pass, Brecon Beacons
On a quest to find the country's most glorious roads, Annunciata Elwes explores The Black Mountain Pass on the Brecon Beacons.
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Just a mile from the Jurassic coast, an adorable seven-bedroom vicarage that's a huge opportunity for a savvy buyer
Near the thriving market town of Bridport — known for its quirky arts and cultural scene — is The Old Vicarage: a 19th century family home that enjoys rural and coastal living amid pretty gardens and charming period touches.
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Britain’s most scenic drives: The Atlantic Highway linking Somerset, Devon and Cornwall
On a quest to find the country's most glorious roads, Annunciata Elwes is wowed by The Atlantic Highway.
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Britain’s most scenic drives: The Road to the Isles, Scotland
On a quest to discover the country's most glorious roads, Annunciata Elwes drives along Scotland's Road to the Isles.
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Britain’s most scenic drives: The Snake Pass, Peak District
On a quest to discover the country's most glorious roads, Annunciata Elwes explores The Snake Pass in the Peak District.
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Britain’s most scenic drives: A meander through the North Cotswolds
On a quest to explore the country's most glorious roads, Annunciata Elwes takes the wheel in the North Cotswolds.
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Britain's most scenic drives: The Cheddar Gorge, Somerset
On a quest to find the country's most glorious roads, Annunciata Elwes explores Somerset's Cheddar Gorge.
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Britain’s most scenic drives: The Causeway Coastal Route, Northern Ireland
On a quest to find the country's most glorious roads, Annunciata Elwes explores Northern Ireland's Causeway Coastal Route.
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Britain’s most scenic drives: The Hardknott and Wrynose Passes, Cumbria
On a quest to find the country's most glorious roads, Annunciata Elwes explores Cumbria's Hardknott and Wrynose Passes.
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A former rectory once owned by Wordsworth's brother, reimagined to create a state-of-the-art £15m dream home — with one little snag
Palace House — a rectory in Lambeth that's mid-way through an extensive remodelling — will showcase what big money can get you in the capital.
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A wonderful former vicarage and chapel set amongst glorious gardens in a peaceful village in Devon
Built in 1850, East Grange was — in a former life — the vicarage and chapel for the small village of West Hill, in which it is located. The past 40 years have seen it used as a private family home and it now seeks a new owner to revel in all that this historic property has to offer.
