Greatest homes: Summer gardens

An English country garden offers more than cream teas in summertime

When it gets so warm that all you want is to feel that sea breeze across your neck and a large jug of iced lemonade, it’s a real treat to have a garden that offers all of your outdoor living ambitions at home. Whether it’s back garden camping with the kids one weekend, or a very grown up dinner party al fresco the next, at this time of year nothing quite opens up the possibilities of summer living like a versatile garden. Green and lush, this extra outdoor room will make you the envy of all of your friends.

The Ridings, Ovingdean
A detached home, well presented throughout, with modern neutral décor and four/five bedrooms, moves seamlessly out to the beautifully landscaped mature southern garden via a spacious conservatory. With room to run around, entertain, or simply sunbathe on the lush grass,
this is a haven for any green thumb.
>£825,000
>Oakley Residential
>01273 688881

Grosvenor Road, Seaford
Fall in love with this three bedroom detached character home, surrounded on three sides by charming established landscaped gardens and a conservatory, all within walking distance of Seaford’s town centre and station. There’s even a roof terrace, from which to take in the views.
>£355,000
>Lampons
>01323 490400

Cuckmere Way, Brighton
Imagine stepping out to this beautiful garden evey morning. Much loved, with a raised patio area, water feature and shed, as well as these incredible views, don’t forget the beautiful two bedroom semi-detached bungalow that comes with this fabulous garden.
>£330,000
>David Maslen
>01273 5667777

Reynolds Road, Hove
Your very own green sanctuary in town comes with this stunning and rarely available four bedroom detached house, just around the corner from shops, bars, restaurants and bus routes. With designated areas for eating and entertaining, this is perfect for every summer barbecue.
>£799,950
>Goldin Lemcke
>01273 777123

Hove Park Villas, Brighton
You don’t need to have a house to have a well-manicured jungle oasis. This stunning ground floor two bedroom apartment comes with its very own 70’ private rear garden, as well as a wealth of character and some period features. Near to the station too!
>£399,950
>Mishon Mackay
>01273 821800