St Peter Port town, Price on application
One of the finest Georgian properties in Guernsey, Candie House is a substantial Regency townhouse dating from 1830. With immaculate period details throughout, it has four handsome reception rooms, five double bedrooms and four bathrooms, which combine traditional character with modern style. Outside, the Palladian pavilion stands within ornamental gardens. The house offers complete privacy in a sought-after location next to Cambridge Park, a short walk from St Peter Port. Savills (01481 713463); Swoffers (01481 711766)
Castel, £2.75 million
Built by one of Guernsey’s most distinguished families in the style of a Breton château, 18thcentury Carteret Manor has been extensively refurbished and modernised by its current owners. The accommodation comprises five bedrooms, six reception rooms and five bathrooms; outside, the walled gardens boast a swimming pool and tennis court. The best-loved beaches on the island’s west coast are only minutes away. Cooper Brouard (01481 236039); Savills (01481 713463)
St Peter Port town, £2.45 million
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