You want… something quirky

It’s not often a property comes with a vintage water tower, but that’s exactly what you get with this well-appointed three-bed house in Goring Heath, Berks on for £995,000. Abbotts Tower was built in 1902, and comes with its own water tower bedroom (accessed by spiral staircase, naturally) with countryside views.

You want… something period

If exposed beams and original features do it for you, then feast your eyes on this 18th century Grade II-listed end barn in Denham, Bucks, listed at £1,05,000. As well as four comfy bedrooms, East Barn has a minstrels gallery, huge vaulted ceilings and a leafy garden with field views – bliss.

You want… somewhere by the water

Calling all water babies! Three-bed Saltwind in Plymouth, Devon, on the market at £900,000, overlooks the River Yealm estuary and comes with its own private dock and mooring. That means plenty of swimming, boating and water-based tomfoolery (once it’s warm enough, that is).

You want… something a bit smaller

Downsizing, relocating or just fancy your own little bolthole? Rollestone House in sought-after Salisbury, Wilts is a Grade II-listed building that’s been converted into luxe one- and two-bedroom apartments – perfect if you want something sleek and with all the mod cons that’s a stone’s throw from the medieval city centre.

You want… peace and quiet

Plan your own escape to the countryside with this Grade II-listed country house in Colchester, Essex, listed for £950,000. It might have its own 1.2 acres of land, but it’s the winding private drive and miles of fields surrounding it that put Rook Hall at the top of our dream property list. (Don’t worry, local villages Kelvedon and Coggeshall aren’t far off.)

You want… something modern

Oooh, how sleek is this luxe five-bed new build in Sevenoaks? Turnberry is a brand new single-storey home that’s packed with eco creds and set in a 10-acre development not far from Otford (green all round, then!). It’s perfect for minimalists who want space to put their own stamp on a property.

You want… a project

If you’re dying to sink your teeth into a project property, then this waterside house on Hayling Island, Hants should appeal. The White House (no, not that one) has a whopping 2,200 sq ft to play with and the Channel of Mengham Rithe at the bottom of the garden. I can picture the wallpaper samples now. On the market for £950,000.

You want… your own office

Working from home (who isn’t, these days)? Upgrade your dining table desk to your own separate office, thanks to this four-bed family home in Market Harborough, Leics. It’s no garden shed, either, but a proper brick-built office with two separate rooms. Considering the home itself has four beds, two baths and a massive garden, we think £525,000 is a steal.

You want… a new business venture

Ever fancied running your own guesthouse? Homefield is a Victorian six-bed on the pretty seafront of Cromer, Norfolk that’s currently being run as a successful B&B – so why not pick up the reins and play hostess for 2023? (Or, you know, just keep all six bedrooms for yourself). On the market for £895,000.

You want… a bit of The Good Life

If your New Year’s resolution is to channel Felicity Kendall, get those dungarees on and get in that vegetable patch, then you’ll love this Grade II-listed cottage in the village of Tyson, Warks. On the market for £650,000, The Cottage and its glorious garden comes with raised vegetable beds, a greenhouse, an orchard, a storage shed, and a garden room (maybe you can brew your own wine in it?).

You want… space for the family

Properties with so-called ‘granny annexes’ are selling faster than hot cakes at the moment, as more and more families embrace multi-generational living. If you’re joining forces with your parents but everyone wants their own space, this family home with detached two-bedroom annexe in Great Milton, Oxon should fit the bill. Guide price £850,000.

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