m+ property Homes of the Week in the City, Country and Coast under £875,000
City: Crescent Road, Alexandra Palace, N22
£875,000 | 4 bedrooms
Finding a London family home that balances character, space and location without tipping into seven figures is becoming increasingly rare. This beautifully reimagined Edwardian maisonette manages all three.
Occupying the top two floors of a handsome terrace, it has its own front door and private garden, giving it the feel of a house without the house price. An architect-led renovation has transformed the interiors, introducing soaring ceilings, a striking double-height principal bedroom beneath an opening rooflight, and a birch plywood top floor filled with natural light.
For families, though, the biggest draw is what lies beyond the front door. Alexandra Palace Park is only moments away, offering acres of green space, an ice rink, boating lake and one of North London's best Sunday farmers' markets. A well-regarded primary school is within a five-minute walk, while King's Cross can be reached in around ten minutes by train. It's the sort of home that grows with a family rather than needing to be outgrown.
Country: Combe Hay, near Bath
£775,000 | 3 Bedrooms
Some homes make you rethink what family life could look like. Built from Bath's distinctive honey-coloured stone, this Edwardian house sits in the heart of Combe Hay, one of Somerset's prettiest villages. Inside, wood-burning stoves anchor both the sitting and dining rooms, while the kitchen frames uninterrupted countryside views that change with every season.
Outside, a walled garden provides space for children to play, long summer lunches and muddy boots by the back door. There's parking for two cars, country walks on the doorstep and an award-winning village pub just a short stroll away.
Bath's independent shops, restaurants, galleries and excellent schools remain only a few minutes' drive away, while London Paddington is under 90 minutes by train, making this an appealing option for families looking for a slower pace without losing their connection to the city.
Coast: Palm Beach House, Pett Level, East Sussex
£875,000 | 5 Bedrooms
If your ideal weekend involves sandy feet, sea air and children disappearing outdoors for hours at a time, Palm Beach House delivers exactly that.
Positioned between the Royal Military Canal and the East Sussex coastline, this striking contemporary home makes the landscape part of everyday life. Vast gable-end windows draw sea and sky into the open-plan living spaces, while multiple balconies ensure everyone has their own corner to enjoy the view.
The beach is close enough for spontaneous morning walks, impromptu paddles and evenings spent watching the tide roll in. Inside, generous open-plan living makes entertaining friends and gathering family around one table feel effortless, while the bold contemporary architecture ensures the house is every bit as impressive as its setting. A home designed for making the most of weekends, school holidays and every ordinary day in between.