Chorlton Mill, Newcastle-under-Lyme, Staffordshire. This Grade II-listed former mill dating from 1850 has large gated gardens and grounds that include a 50-foot greenhouse, a lake and ponds, and a river runs through the rear. 4 beds, 2, baths, 2 receps, billiard room, 6 acres. £1.25m Savills 01952-239500.
Welland Court, Upton-upon-Severn, Worcester. A Grade II-listed property dating from the 12th century with formal gardens and a lake. The house has a tiled reception hall, large living rooms with sash windows and open fireplaces. 8 beds, 6 baths, 3 receps, converted outbuildings, 26 acres. £2.35m Hamptons 01242-420352.
Oblong Mountain House, Wassaic, Dutchess County, New York, US. A log cabin set in woods overlooking a lake and with a stream perfect for fly fishing for brown trout. The interiors feature exposed wood, vaulted…