Barrow Court, Barrow Gurney, Bristol. A Grade II-listed building originally constructed in the 12th century as a Benedictine nunnery. It has gardens that were laid out by Francis Inigo Thomas in the 1890s that feature ornate topiary and sculptures by Alfred Drury. 8 beds, 4 baths, 2 receps, 4.25 acres. £2.75m Hamptons 01173-691316.
Chateau Orcival, Puy-de-Dôme, France. A chateau dating from the 13th and 15th centuries, set in formal gardens with topiary and a lake. The interiors feature stone and parquet floors, large fireplaces, decorative panelling and modern kitchen and bathrooms. 12 beds, 7 baths, 3 receps, stables, 23.4 acres. €2.25m Groupe Mercure +33 (0)6 0747 2713.
Gwynsaney, Rhosemore, Mold, Clwyd. A Grade II-listed Jacobean mansion with views of the Clwydian Hills. The gardens feature box hedges and topiary throughout,…