1. The Causeway, Horsham
A charming Grade II timbered house in this pretty market town on the edge of the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. 3 beds, family bath, kitchen, 2 receps, cellars, loft room, garden.
£750,000; Hamptons (01403-290283)
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2. Druids Altar, Llangenny, Crickhowell
Powys
A Grade II house with views across the Grwyne Valley and Sugar Loaf mountain. Main suite, 4 further beds, family bath, kitchen/breakfast room, 3 receps, garden, parking.
£850,000; Fine & Country (01873-736515)
3. Ogle Castle, Newcastle upon Tyne
Northumberland
This historic Grade I property dates back to the 14th century, and is set in approximately 5 acres. Main suite, 6 further beds (2 en suite), 2 baths, 2 kitchens, 3 receps, carriage house, stables, garden.
4. Craigesk House, Dalkeith
Midlothian
An imposing property with views of the Dalhousie railway viaduct. 3 suites, 3 further beds, shower, 4 receps, kitchen, studies, gym, 2-bed lodge, gardens.
OIEO £1.3m; Knight Frank (0131-222 9606)
5. High Street, Dorchester-on-Thames
Oxfordshire
In the heart of this historic village and conservation area sits this picturesque property. Main suite with terrace, 2 further beds (1 en suite), attic room, family bath, kitchen/family room, 2 receps.
£695,000; Savills (01865-339702)
6. Pilgrim’s Rest, Ashfield
Suffolk
An 18th century thatched cottage in a rural setting. Main suite, 2 further beds, family bath, kitchen, 4 receps, study, 4 acres.
£695,000; Fine & Country (01379-646020)
7. Hewthwaite Hall, Cockermouth
Cumbria
This delightful 16th century manor house is set in almost 8 acres of gardens in the Lake District National Park. Main suite, 2 further beds, family bath, kitchen, dining room, 2 further receps, utility, gardens, barn with workshop and stores, parking.
£875,000; Fine & Country (01228-583109)
8. The Bield, Little Langdale
Cumbria
A romantic former farmhouse by Lingmoor. Main suite, 2 further beds, family bath, kitchen/dining room, 2 receps, utility, 1-bed annexe, garden, garage.
£2m; Fine & Country (01539-733500)
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