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The UK countryside offers an unmatched lifestyle, with its blend of natural beauty, heritage, and characterful homes. From elegant manor houses to working farms and sprawling estates, there is a wealth of extraordinary country properties to discover, a selection of which you鈥檒l find below.

鈥淭he countryside has an enduring appeal, as buyers continue to be drawn to a more tranquil pace of life and the opportunity to connect with nature,鈥� describes Edward Rook, Head of the Country Department. 鈥淭he grandeur of a traditional country estate holds a particularly special charm, as these magnificent properties attest.鈥� 

Shellingford House, Shellingford, Oxfordshire

Shellingford House is a distinguished Grade II listed home offering over 7,000 sq ft of elegant and versatile living space, complete with two cottages for guests or extended family. Highlights include a magnificent 17th-century staircase, a striking double-volume drawing room with countryside views, and a superb party barn. Set within around 8 acres, the beautifully kept gardens feature an orchard, tennis court, pool and pavilion, creating a private and idyllic country retreat.

Guide price £2,950,000

The cover star of Country Houses, Farms and Estates is the stately Folkington Manor, unusually occupying its own hamlet at the foot of the breathtaking South Downs. This beautifully restored Grade II-listed manor house not only captivates with its imposing Gothic architecture, but holds important historical significance. A house has stood on this site since the Domesday Book, with the existing building dating back to the 1830s and since owned by several prominent local political figures. The country estate, spanning almost 83 acres, further encompasses an entrance lodge, guest cottage, 2 staff flats, a traditional stable yard, and the Flint Rooms, substantial galleries perfect for larger parties and functions. 

The grand Carisbrooke Manor is located in the former grounds of Wykehurst Park, approached via a long driveway that trails through the forest and farmland tied to the property. Built in 2001, it takes inspiration from period architectural styles while providing the best of contemporary living, with its light and spacious interiors and high-end amenities including outdoor and indoor pools and a tennis court. To the east lies a charming 3-bedroom Grade II-listed lodge, while the stable block not only provides space for horses, but has been converted to include offices and a meeting room. 

One of Dorset鈥檚 finest untouched treasures, this medieval manor house has a story to tell at every turn. It takes its name from Robert Bingham, who acquired it through marriage in the 13th century, remaining in the family鈥檚 possession for over 600 years. Each era has left its distinctive mark on the house, from the 14th-century gatehouse that grandly greets visitors to elaborate and ornate interiors dating back to the 17th and 18th centuries. Just as notable are the formal gardens, their splendour attributed in large part to the renowned landscape architect Sir Geoffrey Jellicoe, who laid them out after the Second World War. 

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