Hard work has paid off for the green-fingered sellers of this Cambridgeshire house, on the market through Cheffins. Photo: Matt de Bono
As the RHS Chelsea Flower Show approaches, it’s a good time to reflect on the value of a well-maintained garden when it comes to selling a home. According to Jason Tebb, president of Onthemarket, green space continues to be highly sought-after, with searches for homes with gardens increasing by almost 50% year-on-year nationally. Despite concerns about the impact of bad weather on the housing market, it seems that the demand for gardens remains strong.
If you’re in the market for a home with inspiring outside space, here are some houses for sale that might just tick all the boxes.
1. Lasswade, Midlothian, offers over £390,000
This detached villa on a small development boasts a front garden that exudes kerb appeal. Inside, the property features four bedrooms, a family room, study, Shaker-style kitchen/breakfast room, and a large living/dining room with a log burner. The well-stocked, child-friendly garden includes several seating areas that catch the sun throughout the day. Available from Warners via ESPC.
2. Pheasant Cottage, Marlborough, Wiltshire, £795,000
A grade II listed chocolate box cottage in an area of outstanding natural beauty, Pheasant Cottage has been refurbished by the current owner. The property features a new kitchen, breakfast room, sitting room with an inglenook fireplace and wood burner, snug, three bedrooms, two first-floor bathrooms, and plenty of exposed beams. The pretty courtyard garden at the front leads to a west-facing back garden with mature borders, a recently-renovated office, and a fourth bedroom. Through Winkworth.
3. Swaffham Prior, Cambridgeshire, £850,000
This contemporary four-bedroom house in Cambridgeshire boasts a spacious all-in-one kitchen/living/dining area with two sets of wide bifold doors and a first-floor Juliet balcony that overlooks the lush landscaped garden. The garden features shrub borders, shingled pathways, a raised patio, seating areas, beds, water features, and a garden room. The property also comes with four acres of paddocks and equestrian facilities. Contact Cheffins for more information.
4. Capel Dewi Uchaf, Carmarthen, £950,000
This Grade II listed 17th-century farmhouse has been sympathetically updated and is full of charm. Spread over four levels, the property features five bedrooms, three reception rooms, and three bathrooms. The well-maintained grounds run down to the banks of the river Towy and include six acres of paddocks, a vegetable garden, a summerhouse, and lawns overlooking the surrounding woodland. Via Country Living Group.
5. Bristol, £1.25m
Stepping into the walled garden of this six-bedroom Georgian house is like stepping back in time, as it’s based on an original 18th-century design. The garden features flagstone paths lined with fragrant blooms, meticulously trimmed hedges, and a lawn ideal for hosting summer parties. The Grade II listed house, owned by the same family for over 120 years, has been tastefully restored and retains original features such as sash windows, shutters, fireplaces, and floor tiles. Find out more from Fine & Country.
6. Tring, Aldbury, Hertfordshire, £1.35m
This 17th-century Grade II listed cottage has been fully restored and extended, packed with character and featuring four bedrooms, a handmade farmhouse kitchen, fireplaces in the living and dining rooms, and a secluded landscaped garden with views of the National Trust’s Ashridge Estate. The property is part of the UK’s largest open house event on May 11th and is likely to attract more potential buyers than usual. Through Brown & Merry.
7. Leigh Barton, Churchstow, Kingsbridge, Devon, £2m
This small estate boasts 900 years of history, with a Grade I listed four-bedroom house, attached 15th-century buildings, a pair of two-bedroom holiday cottages, a gatehouse, a glasshouse, and outbuildings. The three-acre garden incorporates plants cultivated before the dissolution of the monasteries, raised beds, and a lake. Contact Marchand Petit for more information.
8. Moor Hatches, West Amesbury, Wiltshire, £4.5m
Designed by eight-time Chelsea Flower Show gold medallist Tom Stuart-Smith, the extensive garden of this seven-bedroom country house is a sight to behold. The garden is divided into three sections: a formal courtyard area in front of the house, a two-tier walled garden, and an open lawn and wildflower meadow stretching down to ponds and the River Avon. From Strutt & Parker.
9. Bath, Avon, £4.895m
This Grade I listed townhouse in Bath is a fine example of classic Georgian architecture. Behind the classic facade, the property features 6,000 square feet of accommodation spread over four floors, with four bedrooms, a library, dining room, drawing room, gym, and cinema. The landscaped garden is accessible from the lower ground floor main kitchen and a second garden kitchen in the basement. Via Savills.
In conclusion, these houses for sale offer not only beautiful interiors but also stunning gardens that are sure to impress any green-fingered buyer. Whether you’re looking for a cottage with a courtyard garden or a country house with extensive grounds, there’s something for everyone on this list. So, if you’re in the market for a home with inspiring outside space, be sure to check out these properties before they’re snapped up.