Snooping around: Rural, urban or renovation

Around Town: Bath The house, in Great Pulteney Street, has been reduced by £45,000, so by Bath standards this is a bargain. Set in the city’s glorious centre, it has two double bedrooms and a graciously sized living room. The property lacks outside space, although it backs on to a park. £450,000. Winkworth, 01225 829000
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In the Country: Cumbria. This property at Gilsland, near Brampton, is set in nearly seven acres of Cumbrian wilderness, bordered by England’s largest forest and a river. However, it’s a shame that there’s no fitted kitchen. £325,000. George F White, 01434 674244
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Wreck of the week: Northamptonshire This four-bed, three-reception farmhouse with outbuildings, at Rushton, near Kettering, needs at least £100,000 to salvage it. Spend the money and you should be left with a two-acre estate worth nearer £750,000. £475,000. Strutt & Parker, 01858 433123
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A seaside wreck: Devon This Second World War bunker/pill box may look far from an ideal holiday home, but its uniqueness and location make up for its small size (approximately 87.65 sq ft) and condition. Lot 66, the Block House, includes a small kitchenette and a bed/living space. Its location on Burgh Island, off the coast of South Devon, and clear views of the beach, will make up for any downfalls. Up for auction on 14 July at the Novotel Hotel, Plymouth, with a guide price of £50,000. West Country Property Auctions, 0870 240 1140.
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Dream home: France. From bunkers to the security of the great curtain walls of this château south of Sarlat, Dordogne. The medieval château is situated upon a cliff face overlooking a valley. It has five bedrooms (one in the tower), outbuildings from the early 20th century and even a moat. On the market for £1,154,900. Savills (020 7016 3740)
Photograph: Savills