Built around 1679–80 as a gift for an Italian princess, it was modelled on the palatial forms recorded by Peter Paul Rubens in Palazzi di Genova (1622)—the influential volume that introduced Northern Europe to Genoa’s Renaissance palaces—the Grade II* limestone house is a rare example of Italianate classicism transposed into the English countryside.

The Beetlejuice and Edward Scissorhands director is selling his former Georgian mill house—complete with river islands, rope bridges, and a hidden summerhouse.

Nestled on the outskirts of the quaint village of East Hagbourne, Parsonage Farm offers a unique blend of history, architecture, and natural beauty, set on almost three acres of meticulously designed gardens.

At the heart of the 338 acre private estate is a stunning neo-classical principal house, positioned for sweeping views of the Cherwell Valley.

The elegant country house offers south-facing views over the parkland and is set in 45 acres of private grounds, with gardens originally planned by Capability Brown in 1768. 

Requisitioned for war efforts in 1939, Poundon House was used as a secret base for Sir Winston Churchill’s Special Operations Executive unit throughout WWII, and was by intelligence services until the 1970s.

The Queen Anne style property is approached via a lovely lime-tree allee, and nestled in 11.47 acres of grounds with impressive formal gardens.