A pick of the best homes straight out of a Jane Austen novel

Set against the rolling landscapes of southern and central England, Austen’s fictional addresses are defined by their distinctive architecture, idyllic surroundings and enduring sense of place. It is little wonder they continue to inspire modern homeowners and property enthusiasts alike.

With a new adaptation of Sense and Sensibility currently in cinemas and a new TV serialisation of Pride and Prejudice to look forward to this winter, there has never been a better time to embrace the romance and elegance of the Regency era. Whether you’re drawn to a stately manor, or a picturesque rural retreat, we’ve curated a collection of properties that would feel perfectly at home within the pages of a Jane Austen novel.

Hurst Grove

This outstanding Grade II listed Georgian house could easily have supplied material for Austen’s next chapter. Rich in period detail, its graceful symmetry, original shutters, 12-pane sash windows and panelled doors exemplify the refinement of the era. Most captivating of all is the magnificent 18^th-century staircase, its delicate balusters and sweeping mahogany handrail providing a fitting stage for Austen’s heroines to make an unforgettable entrance.

Aldwick Court

The 18^th-century English landscape garden movement rejected rigid formality in favour of a more natural vision of beauty, a philosophy that echoes throughout Austen’s novels. Surrounded by approximately 54 acres of gardens, pasture and woodland, Aldwick Court embodies this ideal. Beyond its idyllic setting, the Grade II listed house offers rooms of impressive scale and proportion, striking a balance between quiet grandeur and the rhythms of everyday country life.

The Deane House

With its Regency proportions and commanding position above rolling Hampshire countryside, The Deane House embodies the kind of genteel rural living that Austen knew so well. Elegant reception rooms and far-reaching views provide a fitting backdrop for gatherings with family and friends, while beautifully landscaped gardens, a walled kitchen garden and vineyard offer endless opportunities to enjoy the changing seasons.

Blackdown House

At the foot of Blackdown Hill, this substantial country residence occupies a wonderfully secluded setting, with far-reaching views unfolding across the surrounding landscape. In spring, cascades of wisteria soften the façade, while terraces invite long afternoons spent admiring the scenery. Complete with handsome stables, a sweeping driveway and a collection of traditional outbuildings, the property possesses the quiet confidence and sense of place often found in Austen’s most memorable settings.

Sulgrave Farmhouse

Around 235 acres of pasture, woodland and ponds at Sulgrave Farm create a landscape that feels lifted from the pages of Sense and Sensibility. The period farmhouse enjoys views across a picturesque lake and rolling countryside, while a welcoming drawing room centred around an open fireplace provides an inviting place to gather once the day’s walks have concluded. It’s easy to imagine the Dashwood sisters finding both comfort and counsel in such pastoral surroundings.

Pennington House

Few settings feel more quintessentially Austen than Pennington House. Dating from 1735, the Grade II listed Georgian residence presides over a landscape of parkland, lakes and mature woodland, with elegant reception rooms enjoying views across the estate. A celebrated rose garden and a traditional walled kitchen garden provide ample scope for promenade and reflection, while nearby Lymington, with its Georgian character and cobbled streets, would not seem out of place in Austen’s pages.

Cheddon Corner

Grade II listed for its architectural and historical significance, this immaculate Regency home combines elegant symmetry, sash windows and a hipped roof with a stylish contemporary glazed extension. The thoughtful blend of old and new lends the house a timeless quality, as though Austen’s world had been gently transported into the present day. Outside, formal lawns give way to a productive walled garden of roses, fruit trees, and kitchen beds, offering countless opportunities for leisurely strolls and private conversation.

Hampton Park

Meticulously restored in recent years, Hampton Park pairs period character with contemporary comfort, yet its most captivating feature remains the magnificent ballroom. Flooded with light from triple full-height windows and adorned with a grand chandelier, it immediately evokes the lavish assemblies and dances at the heart of Austen’s novels, where first impressions were formed and romances quietly unfolded. Beyond the house, ornamental ponds, Victorian greenhouses and a charming, thatched summerhouse add further enchantment to the landscape.

Further information

Contact Ed Sugden or Phillipa Dalby-Welsh

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