We are so blessed to live in an area with easy access to rural Hampshire, the South Downs National Park and other places of natural beauty. Reconnecting with our environment is a great way to escape the hustle and bustle of our lives, to breathe the clean air and mentally reset.
But if you’re looking for that feeling on a more permanent basis, then you might consider moving house, switching from the busy streets of Portsmouth to the country lanes around Swanmore, or Wickham.
A few of the houses here are magnificent cottages - and while they might be smaller than the ones you see in the Netflix show Bridgerton, they give off a similar vibe. Others below are more modern, detached houses, with ample space for a family and sizeable gardens to boot.
Some of these homes certainly cost a pretty penny, but fear not; when you search for houses on Rightmove you can adjust the price range to suit you. Click here to start your house search.
9. A four-bedroom property on the edge of Swanmore village, this £765,000 home comes with a magnificent garden out the back.
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10. This £850,000 property is set in 1/3 of an acre, with four bedrooms and no forward chain. The detached garage around the back could also be used as either a home office, or even a gym.
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