Properties of the week: flats in splendid settings
Featuring properties in Grade I, Grade II and converted buildings
Hampshire: Eling Hill, Totton
An eye-catching Grade II Georgian building with far-reaching views across Goatee Beach and the River Test. 3 beds, family bath, kitchen/dining room, recep, garden, parking. £449,950; Brantons
Cheshire: The Cedars, Alderley Edge
Part of a handsome Grade II villa set in gardens of nearly 2 acres, with views to the Pennines. Main suite, 1 further bed, shower, kitchen/breakfast room, 2 receps, communal garden, garage. £800,000; Savills
Hertfordshire: The Mansion, Balls Park, Hertford
Ground-floor flat in a Grade I 17th century house set in glorious parkland. It boasts a 23ft wood-panelled reception room. 2 beds, family bath, shower, kitchen, recep, communal garden, parking. £830,000; Strutt & Parker
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Wiltshire: Silver Street, Bradford-on-Avon
A flat in an attractive Grade II building overlooking the River Avon. Near the town centre with walks along the Kennet & Avon Canal close by. 2 beds, family bath, shower, kitchen/dining room, recep. £329,950; Hamptons
Wiltshire: Alexander House, Corsham
Top-floor flat in an elegant Grade II* 18th century building in the historic market town of Corsham. 1 bed, family bath, kitchen, study, recep, balcony, communal garden. £160,000; Allen & Harris
London: Royal Artillery Barracks, Woolwich SE18
A loft in this historic Victorian Tudor-gothic building designed by James Wyatt. The building has been sensitively modernised and retains many period details. 1 suite, open-plan kitchen/ living/dining room, communal grounds. £435,000; Unique Property Company
Lancashire: South Wing, The Residence
Third-floor penthouse in an imposing Grade II gothic building. 3 beds (2 en suite), family bath, kitchen/living/dining room, communal garden, parking. £340,000; Fine & Country
London: The Book House, Wandsworth SW18
A ground-floor flat in an Italianate brick-and-stone building. 2 beds, family bath, shower, open-plan kitchen/living/dining room. £675,000; Savills
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