Cairness House, Fraserburgh, Aberdeenshire, Scotland. A Grade A-listed mansion designed in the 1780s by James Playfair. The Egyptian room includes a fireplace decorated with carved hieroglyphs. 8 beds, 7 baths, 4 receps, kitchen, 2-bed flat, 2 gate lodges, formal gardens, arboretum, 16 acres. £1.25m+ Knight Frank 0131-222 9608.
East Sutton Hill, Maidstone, Kent. This Grade II-listed house dates from 1612 and has panoramic views over the Weald of Kent. It has oak panelling, flagstone floors, period fireplaces and an indoor/outdoor swimming pool. 8 beds, 8 baths, 2 receps, cinema, gym, 22.6 acres. 3-bed cottage available by separate negotiation. £6.5m Savills 01580-720161.
The Cloth Hall, Smarden, Kent. A Grade II-listed Wealden Hall House dating from 1410 with Arts & Crafts additions in a conservation area. It has beamed ceilings, flagstone and…