French country houses for less than £1m

Sloelands Farm, Ashley Green, Buckinghamshire. A Grade II-listed, 17th-century house with gardens that include a Japanese garden, a maze, and a sunken garden. It has open fireplaces and a kitchen with

Power up your serve in time for Wimbledon at these properties with tennis courts

Country Granite, Trinity, Jersey. A renovated Grade-III listed granite house with gardens that include an enclosed tennis court. It has beamed ceilings, a bespoke kitchen, period fireplaces and a cons

The timeless appeal of France’s bastides means they remain a popular choice with househunters – as Saskia Vlaskamp says, who doesn’t want a croissant with a view?

From a historic house with exquisite original features to a chapel conversion and a modern architectural gem, Amy McPherson picks this month’s best coastal properties to buy

Looking for a characterful village near the Dordogne where you can really enjoy life? Samm Khourry suggests Lauzun