M+ Property: Homes of the Week under £900,000

Whether you are actively planning a move or simply enjoying a quiet scroll while the kettle boils, this week’s edit includes a generous Georgian family home in Bristol, a characterful country house just outside Norwich, and a coastal penthouse where indoor and outdoor living blur beautifully.

City: Georgian Family Home, Hotwell Road, Bristol

Price: £900,000
Tenure: Freehold
Property type: Terraced
Bedrooms: 6 | Bathrooms: 3

This is the kind of city house that grows with you. Set just minutes from Bristol Harbour, this restored Georgian home offers space, flexibility and warmth in equal measure, ideal for busy family life.

Period details give the house its soul, from sash windows to elegant archways, while the layout has been thoughtfully adapted for modern living. Multiple reception rooms mean there is space for children to spread out, adults to work from home and everyone to come together at the end of the day.

The lower ground floor is the heart of the home, with a large open-plan kitchen and dining space opening onto a peaceful paved garden. It feels made for family meals, homework at the table and easy entertaining, with the added bonus of a double garage, a rare find so close to the city.

Key features

  • Six-bedroom Georgian family home with room to grow

  • Multiple reception rooms and a dedicated study

  • Private city garden designed for everyday use

  • Double garage and walkable access to Bristol Harbour

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Country: Grade II Listed Farmhouse, Cringleford, Norwich

Price: Offers in excess of £825,000
Tenure: Freehold
Bedrooms: 4 | Bathrooms: 2

For families drawn to character and space, this Grade II-listed farmhouse offers a slower pace without feeling remote. Set in the sought-after village of Cringleford, it combines history, practicality and a real sense of home.

Inside, exposed beams, original fireplaces and generous rooms create warmth and personality, while the layout works well for family routines. Two reception rooms allow for separation when needed, and four bedrooms arranged over two landings give flexibility as children grow or guests stay.

Outside is where this house really comes into its own. The gardens extend to around half an acre and feel like a place children can explore, adults can unwind and everyone can reconnect with nature. A large pond, mature trees and terrace space make it feel like a proper family retreat, with Norwich still close enough for schools, work and culture.

Key features

  • Grade II-listed home full of character and charm

  • Four bedrooms with flexible family layout

  • Mature gardens of approximately 0.5 acres

  • Village setting with easy access into Norwich

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Coastal: Penthouse Apartment, Poole, Dorset

Price: £895,000
Tenure: Share of Freehold
Property type: Apartment
Bedrooms: 3 | Bathrooms: 3

This penthouse apartment offers coastal living that works for everyday family life, not just weekends away. With panoramic views across Poole Harbour and a large private terrace, it feels open, calm and designed for time together.

The open-plan kitchen, dining and living space is ideal for family meals, relaxed evenings and hosting friends, with floor-to-ceiling doors opening straight onto the terrace. Three double bedrooms include two en-suites, and the principal suite feels like a genuine retreat, with harbour views and access outdoors.

Sold fully furnished and ready to move into, this is a low-maintenance option for families wanting the benefits of coastal living without the upkeep of a house, with beaches, cafés and strong transport links all close by.

Key features

  • Penthouse apartment with uninterrupted harbour views

  • Large private terrace for outdoor family living

  • Three double bedrooms, two with en-suite bathrooms

  • Close to beaches, schools, transport links and amenities

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