_Spectacular UK homes with swimming pools

Summer is here, meaning it’s time to make the most of outdoor living. Many of us, particularly during the warmest days, are drawn to picturesque lidos and serene swimming spots in a bid to beat the heat.

But for keen swimmers who want to avoid jostling for space among the crowds, a pool at home is the ultimate comfort.

For the next owners of these homes, that luxury will be a reality. From exceptional indoor facilities to natural ponds that glisten, each offers a sparkling swimming pool to call your own.

5-8 bedroom house in Warfield, Berkshire

Guide price: £6,500,000

Amidst 2.64 acres of meticulously manicured gardens, this substantial country house offers unparalleled tranquillity.

Dating back to the 17th century, the property has been carefully renovated and extended to accommodate modern family living. The pièce de résistance? An indoor pool within an impressive leisure complex, complete with a sauna, spa, gym and treatment room.

Outside, the expansive kitchen garden, tennis court and an adjacent cottage add up to make this estate an idyllic retreat.

4-6 bedroom property in Standford, Hampshire

Guide price: £3,000,000

Dating back to the 1600s and steeped in fascinating history, Stream Manor delivers a seamless blend of period features and contemporary comforts. The main house is well-suited to a family, comprising 4 bedrooms and ample living space.

There are extensive leisure facilities within its 11 acres, notably a large, heated pool and pool house next to the formal lawn that doubles up as a beautiful al fresco entertaining space.  

Elsewhere, you’ll find a tennis court, equestrian facilities, a separate 2 bedroom guest cottage and magnificent views of the River Wey throughout this enchanting estate.

5 bedroom house in Kingham, Oxfordshire

Guide price: £4,850,000

This property, known as Far End, is a modern architectural marvel that embraces the great outdoors. Sleek lines and innovative design – right down to the sheep’s wool insulation - offer a striking contrast to the traditional Cotswold stone properties nearby.   

Clad in oak, this energy-efficient house seamlessly integrates with its surroundings, thanks in part to floor-to-ceiling glazed windows that embrace breathtaking views.

Outside, the lush gardens are dotted with meandering paths leading to a natural swimming pond with a standalone wood-fired sauna. After a relaxing dip, head to the covered seating area, perfect for barbecues and outdoor dining.

6 bedroom house for sale in Chobham, Woking, Surrey

Guide price: £3,750,000

This period farmhouse, known as Copyhold, exudes character and charm. Oak panelled walls, exposed beams and inglenook fireplaces give the home a timeless feel that harks back to its Tudor origins.

Within its 5 acres of glorious gardens and grounds, there are extensive equestrian facilities, including stables, a menage, and post-and-rail paddocks. There’s also a flood-lit tennis court and heated outdoor swimming pool, well-screened with mature trees and hedges for added privacy.

6 bedroom house in Alfrick, Worcester

Guide price: £3,250,000

The Court is a sprawling 17.6 acre estate located at the northern edge of the Malvern Hills. At its centre is a Grade II listed Georgian country house, renovated to an exceptional standard with careful consideration of its period features.

The estate also includes a 3 bedroom Gardener’s Cottage and large stable courtyard that, as well as 3 stables, houses a large games room, 4 garages and multiple store rooms and workshops that offer lots of potential.

A hidden gem within the grounds is the enclosed natural (lined) swimming pond and adjacent orangery. It’s the perfect spot to cool off, surrounded by spectacular countryside.

6-7 bedroom house in Stocklinch, Somerset

Guide price: £2,950,000

Stocklinch Manor is a Victorian masterpiece, its interiors are lined with ornate details, including intricate cornices and working shutters and fireplaces. Briefly, it comprises 6-7 bedrooms across the main house, a self-contained annexe and guest cottage.

Within its 5.74 acres of landscaped gardens and grounds, you’ll find a hard tennis court, paddock and swimming pool. The pool area offers a pretty loggia at one end with a covered seating area, fireplace and a separate changing area with a shower and WC.

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