Property spotlight: Homes for tennis fans

Pudding Pie Nook Lane, Goosnargh, Preston PR3 2JL

We’ve been following this year’s Wimbledon Championships very closely, especially after having recently watched Break Point and feeling like we know some of the main contenders that little bit better.

We’ve scoured the web and have picked out three UK properties – in 3 price brackets – that would make fantastic homes for tennis fans.

Flat 24, The Stables, Whitehill House, Rosewell EH24 9EG

Flat 24, The Stables, Whitehill House, Rosewell EH24 9EG

£320,000 – Flat 24, The Stables, Whitehill House, Rosewell EH24 9EG

The sensitive restoration and redevelopment of the former stable block at Whitehill Country Estate has created eight completely unique one-and two-bedroom properties. Each enjoys their own layout, original features, and distinctive charm, meaning there is something to suit all requirements. Though the smallest of the properties, no.24 is a spacious one-bedroom home.

• 1 bedroom
• 1 reception room
• 1 bathroom
• Communal garden
• Golf course
• Parking
• Rural
• Tennis court
• Terraced
• Private parking

Pudding Pie Nook Lane, Goosnargh, Preston PR3 2JL

Pudding Pie Nook Lane, Goosnargh, Preston PR3 2JL

£900,000 – Pudding Pie Nook Lane, Goosnargh, Preston PR3 2JL

The house itself is thought to be steeped in history having been built in around 1666 by a family who moved to Goosnargh after their house burnt down in the Great Fire of London.

• Simply stunning 17th century home
• Grade II listed with wonderful features
• Set in 1.5 acres (0.6 ha) or thereabouts
• Tennis court and leisure suite
• Beautifully presented gardens and grounds
• Good access to the main road & motorway network
• Fantastic location close to both the villages of Goosnargh & Broughton
• Preston City Centre is a short drive away with excellent rail links and amenities

Ridgeway, Asheridge, Chesham HP5 2UX

Ridgeway, Asheridge, Chesham HP5 2UX

£2,400,000 – Ridgeway, Asheridge, Chesham HP5 2UX

A handsome, characterful family home dating back in part to the mid 1800s… The property is situated on a beautiful 2 acre plot with panoramic views over rolling fields and open farmland both to the front and rear of the property.

• 4 Bedrooms
• 2 Bath/shower rooms
• 3 Receptions
• Kitchen/dining room/family room
• Utility room
• Double garage & 2 driveways
• Studio/outbuilding
• Total plot approx. 2 acres

Tuesday Huesday: Vintage Wimbledon

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Wintage Wimbledon travel poster designed by Herry Perry for Underground Electric Railways Company Ltd in 1931

Well, it’s finally happened – Andy Murray has broken the drought of 77 years! Wimbledon has seen the first British men’s champion since Fred Perry way back in 1936. To celebrate, we’re sharing this vintage Wimbledon poster designed by Herry Perry (I wonder if she was any relation to Fred) in 1931 for Underground Electric Railways Company Ltd. Prints are available from the London Transport Museum.