Homes with amazing gardens for sale right now

It’s high summer now, and we’re longing to be outside to soak up every minute of these bright days and long, light evenings. And what better place to do that than in a show-stopping garden.

Whether you’re dreaming of south-facing sun loungers and spontaneous barbecues, or you’re here for the incredible plant life, these homes with amazing gardens, courtyards and grounds could be a spark of inspiration for your own summertime gardening pursuits.

A coach house with formal courtyard and stunning grounds

Set within the Highnam Court estate in Gloucestershire, The Coach House’s gardens are at least as impressive as its architecture. The stunning courtyard garden is filled with sculpted yew topiary, box parterres, lily ponds and climbing roses, creating a peaceful and beautifully enclosed space at the heart of the house.

Beyond the courtyard, the grounds open out into sweeping lawns, colourful borders and mature specimen trees that provide year-round interest. Elegant terraces offer plenty of spots to relax or entertain, while a heated outdoor swimming pool sits in a secluded landscaped setting surrounded by greenery. Every corner has been thoughtfully designed, making the gardens feel both grand and welcoming, helping to create one of the most characterful outdoor spaces currently on the market.

A fairytale 3-bedroom house with riverside gardens

Set in 8.8 acres beside the famous River Test, Testcombe Cottage is a dream for anyone who loves the sights and sounds of a river flowing by. The water may steal the spotlight, but the grounds are just as impressive, with beautifully established planting creating a peaceful, private setting.

Riverside borders are filled with striking plants, including Gunnera and reed beds, while formal gardens closer to the house feature neat box hedging, parterre planting and attractive spots for outdoor dining and entertaining. Mature trees, including a magnificent copper beech beside the historic fishing hut, add character and grandeur. Altogether, it’s a stunning mix of formal gardens, wild riverside beauty and Hampshire countryside charm.

A 6-bedroom house with formal lawns, orchard and rose garden

The carefully designed and beautifully maintained gardens at The Old Vicarage offer a mix of distinct outdoor spaces. Formal lawns, sunny terraces, a productive kitchen garden, orchard and colourful rose garden give residents plenty of options for relaxing or working outdoor spaces.

One of the standout features is the outdoor swimming pool, tucked away behind a mature green screen for privacy and surrounded by fragrant lavender planting that creates a wonderful spot for entertaining guests. With open views towards the South Downs and varied areas to explore and enjoy, these gardens combine structure, colour and countryside charm in equal measure.

An Oxfordshire home built for a homesick Italian princess

Built as a gift from an English aristocrat to his homesick Italian princess, Newington House is surrounded by gardens that feel just as romantic as its story. Sweeping lawns frame the house’s grand façade, while a long stone terrace provides the perfect place to sit and drink in the views.

The gardens combine structure and beauty, with elegant topiary, colourful rose beds, fruit trees and a traditional walled garden full of character. Beyond the formal planting, an orchard, fountain and mature woodland add privacy and a sense of escape. Together, the 42-acre grounds create a spectacular setting worthy of this remarkable and storied historic home.

A former priory with Japanese stroll garden and metamorphic maze

Studley Priory’s gardens feel more like a private park than a country house garden. Formerly a hotel that was a regular meeting place for literary legends J.R.R. Tolkien and C.S. Lewis, the estate is packed with imaginative outdoor spaces that would not look out of place in one of their stories.

Highlights include a Japanese stroll garden with waterfalls, an Italian garden, rose and wisteria arbours, orchards, cascading ponds, a maze with hidden ‘rooms’, and even an African-inspired boma with a fire pit. With more than 10,000 bulbs, ornamental trees and endless paths to explore, these gardens offer surprises and spectacle around every corner.

A 17th century country house with landscaped walled gardens

Set within just over two acres, South Luffenham Hall’s gardens and grounds have been carefully designed to create a series of beautifully maintained outdoor spaces that perfectly complement the elegant 17th-century house. Formal lawns provide a classic country house setting, while the orchard and kitchen garden add colour, character and a productive touch.

The gardens have been thoughtfully arranged to balance structure, privacy and year-round interest, with plenty of spots to relax and enjoy the peaceful surroundings. With immaculate landscaping and views across the Rutland countryside, these gardens could inspire anyone to develop green fingers and delve into the world of horticulture.