Berkshire: Highwood Farm, Newbury. Residents of this former farmhouse, on the market for the first time in 20 years, find themselves on the doorstep of Downe House (a five-minute drive).
It built its reputation teaching the daughters of colonial servants, and now consistently appears at the top of school league tables. 4 bedrooms, nursery, drawing room, sitting room, dining room, conservatory, orchard. 6.5 acres. £975,000. Strutt & Parker (01635 521707).
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Dawn Chorus: A Blue Plaque for Marc Bolan, holidaying in the Caribbean with Francis Ford Coppola and a history of the National Gallery in 25 picturesPlus the best of the property pages, and how the railways will save the countryside.
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Game, set, match: 12 of the world’s most beautiful tennis courtsFrom Italy to Indonesia, when it comes to hotel amenities, a picturesque tennis court will always trump a 24-hour gym. So, before you book your next holiday, take a look at our pick of the 12 best.
