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_Remarkable country homes for sale in the Home Counties

Featured in 2018's Private View, explore some of the most remarkable country homes and estates currently on the market across the Home Counties. 
September 12, 2018

Headley Stud

Headley, Berkshire

One of the country’s finest private equestrian centres. Headley Farm House is a pretty Grade II listed, red brick house and is presented in excellent decorative order. Permission has been granted for a spectacular 16,000 sq ft country house, designed by Hugh Petter of the prestigious firm Adam Architecture. There are numerous equestrian facilities, which include: solariums, vibrating floors and a salt water treadmill/spa. At its centre is the 158 ft x 81 ft (48 m x 25 m) indoor school.

Accommodation includes: 

  • 4 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • 5 reception rooms
  • Extensive ancillary accommodation
  • Extensive equestrian facilities
  • Planning permission for a 16,000 sq ft country house
  • In all about 188 acres (76 hectares)

Badgers

Dunmow, Essex

A classic Quinlan Terry country house in a private and peaceful setting at the centre of its 47 acres of gardens and parkland. The property is beautifully positioned within the countryside, yet very accessible to London.

  • 10 bedrooms
  • 6 bathrooms
  • 4 reception rooms
  • Tennis court
  • Swimming pool
  • Stabling 
  • Secondary accommodation

The Parsonage

Chelmsford, Essex

The property forms the centerpiece of the village of High Easter and enjoys wonderful westerly views over the countryside. The house is set in beautiful gardens and has an adjoining cricket ground. It has been owned by only a handful of families throughout its history and is for sale now for the first time in 27 years. In all about 5.52 acres.

Accommodation includes:

  • 7 bedrooms
  • 5 reception rooms
  • Tennis court, indoor pool & cricket pitch
  • Landscaped gardens & grounds
  • Approximately 7,894 sq ft

Boycott Manor

Stowe, Buckinghamshire

A highly impressive Victorian mansion with extensive and spacious accommodation, beautiful gardens and grounds.

Accommodation includes: 

  • 7 bedrooms
  • 6 reception rooms
  • Self contained 1 bedroom staff flat
  • Approximately 15,575 sq ft
  • In all about 12.95 acres

Shirley Hall

Tunbridge Wells, Kent

A substantial and elegant Grade II listed country house which has been completely restored throughout 2013 - 2016. Standing in approximately 33 acres of its own parkland, farmland and mature gardens, which include a walled garden and tennis court, it is an ideal size for a large family for private use and entertaining.

Accommodation includes: 

  • 18 bedrooms (15 ensuite)
  • 6 reception rooms including Victorian orangery
  • Gym with shower area
  • Extensive cellars including wine cellar
  • Coach house, stables & 4 further cottages
  • Biomass boiler qualifying for Renewable Heat Incentive until 2024

Findon Place

Findon, West Sussex

Findon Place is a stunning example of classical Georgian architecture. It has an extensive and rich history and is listed Grade II* due to its architectural and historical merit. The property occupies approximately 52 acres of land at the foot of the South Downs, just north of the south coast.

Accommodation includes:

  • 11 bedrooms
  • 7 bathrooms
  • 7 reception rooms
  • Swimming pool & tennis court
  • Equestrian facilities
  • In all about 52.87 acres

Jura

Wentworth, Surrey

Situated on the internationally renowned Wentworth Estate, Jura is a new house which offers over 21,000 sq ft of exceptional living and entertaining accommodation. The house encapsulates the best of modern architecture combined with state-of-the-art interior technology. Set in unusually large grounds of 5.1 acres, the house occupies an idyllic setting, close to the 12th fairway.

Accommodation includes: 

  • 6 bedrooms
  • 7 bathrooms
  • 10 reception rooms
  • Indoor swimming pool & cinema
  • 2 bed staff flat

Wentwood

Wentworth, Surrey

Wentwood is a fabulous home constructed of natural stone with six bedroom suites, landscaped gardens and an impressive wine cellar. The materials, workmanship and attention to detail have been raised to a new level.

  • 6 bedroom suites
  • 4 reception rooms
  • Swimming pool
  • Sauna & steam room
  • Magnificent landscaped gardens
  • Impressive wine cellar


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