It was Justin’s idea to highlight homes in the hills this week. Almost every place we’ve ever lived together, it’s been up a hill, on a steep incline or at the bottom of a steep-sided valley – hills all around! Even when we go on holiday, it’s often to a hilly part of the country; the Lake District and the Yorkshire Dales.

We’ve decided to feature one property in each of the four nations of the UK. It was a close run thing with the cottage in the Cairngorms, but our favourite is the house in Northern Ireland. At the front, you have uninterrupted views of the Irish Sea; at the rear are open views of the magnificent Mourne Mountains. The bungalow property has beautiful, mature gardens with lots of trees and lawned areas, and the interior would really suit mid-century modern décor.

£140,000 – Hen Llwyngell, Rhiwbryfdir, Blaenau Ffestiniog, Llwyngell, LL41 3HS

This pretty mid-terrace cottage is set on the outskirts of the popular town of Blaenau Ffestiniog in the heart of Snowdonia. The property enjoys dramatic views of the hills and mountains opposite.

• 2 bedrooms
• Study
• Lounge with log burner
• Rear garden

Offers over £295,000 – Top Cottage, Auchnahannet, Grantown on Spey PH26 3PL

Constructed from stone with a pitched slate roof, this one-and-a-half storey property is situated in an elevated position, enjoying panoramic and stunning views of its diverse surroundings. Nestled amid woodland to the east, a gently babbling burn to the south, and open moorland to the west and north, every angle from this home offers a unique vista to enjoy… The sitting room, accessible from the hall, is graced by large windows that frame breathtaking views of the Cairngorm peaks.

• A beautiful cottage with charming character
• Two bedrooms
• Cosy feature sitting room with multi-fuel stove
• Well-equipped kitchen diner, with an additional multi-fuel stove
• Modern, stylish bathroom
• Breathtaking views of the Cairngorms

£395,000 – 79 Ballagh Road, Newcastle BT33 0LA

Nestled off the beaten track… this striking detached cottage is surrounded by private and well-matured gardens, providing a tranquil home with spectacular sea views. Situated between the heights of The Mourne Mountains and the dramatic Bloody Bridge coastline…

• Sitting room, kitchen/dining/lounge area
• Freestanding pedestal wood burning stove
• 4 bedrooms
• Bathroom and separate shower room
• Mature gardens and ponds
• Views to the sea and the mountains
• PVC facia and soffit, wood and PVC double glazing
• Oil fired heating
• Detached store room

£2,000,000 – The Bield, Little Langdale, The Lake District, Cumbria LA22 9PD

The Bield enjoys a gently elevated position nestling against the lower slopes of Lingmoor with idyllic south facing views out towards Wetherlam, the most northerly of the Coniston Fells, Black Fell and Holme Fell.

• Charismatic and atmospheric Lakeland former farmhouse
• Oozes history, character and charm with fascinating artistic connections
• South facing views
• Immense potential for upgrading and remodelling
• Utterly romantic in appearance
• Two reception rooms
• Utility room & pantry
• Natural and informal gardens surround the house, providing circa one acre
• Single garage
• Parking with space for several cars