Three-bed £475,000 cottage in quiet Welsh village beats off sprawling £19m manor house as Britain’s most viewed property

• Most viewed property on Rightmove in March was cottage in Llangynog, Powys
• Second most viewed was £19m manor house in Woodbridge, Suffolk
• Third place went to a house in north Wales, near the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct 

A three-bed cottage in Wales worth £475,000 has beaten a sprawling £19 million manor house as Britain’s most viewed property.

Each month,  property website Rightmove compiles a list of the five most viewed homes on its platform.

The latest number one spot was taken by a detached cottage in a quiet village called Llangynog in Powys.

The beautiful country house is perched in the Tanat Valley hillside, boasting ‘stunning views in all directions,’ and 1.34 acres of garden space.

With a traditional fireplace, spacious garden room and even a stable block, the characterful home was set at £475,000 by Town & Country, Oswestry.

The listing describes the property as a ‘truly charming three-bedroom detached country cottage situated in an elevated position with stunning views in all directions.’

It continues: ‘An ideal location for those wanting a more relaxed way of life, the property offers immaculate characterful accommodation with three bedrooms and three reception rooms.

‘To the outside there are extensive, well maintained gardens, driveway, stable block, tack room and an adjacent paddock extending to approximately 1.34 acres.

‘A rare opportunity to purchase a wonderful property in a breath taking location!!

Town & Country estate agent emphasised that the property has no onward chain, a convenient fact for buyers.

Second place on Rightmove’s list of most viewed properties went to a Suffolk manor house with an eye-watering price tag of £19 million.

The Glemham Hall Estate in Woodbridge, described as one of Suffolk’s most notable estates, has five centuries of history behind it, having been established in the sixteenth century.

The Hall provides spacious accommodation, featuring grand rooms with high ceilings, and traditional elements like a reception hall and seven main reception rooms.

It includes 12 bedrooms on the first floor, as well as dressing rooms and numerous attic rooms on the second floor, and a large cellar.

The expansive park around the Hall features ancient trees and avenues, as well as seven individual cottages.

The third most-viewed property in March was a four-bedroom detatched country cottage in Chirk in north Wales, which is on the market for £730,000. 

It sits on the famous Llangollen Canal and the World Heritage Site, Pontcysyllte Aqueduct is only a short canal-side walk away.

The house has recently been updated with original features throughout, and sits in a plot with around an acre of land including private canal-side gardens.

Fourth on the list of Rightmove’s most viewed properties was a £2.2 million Grade II-listed house in Stratford-upon-Avon.

The six-bedroom home has an internal footprint over over 4,500 sq ft, with both well-maintained historic features and modern additions.   

Surrounded by tranquil gardens with mature plants and trees, the house feels secluded, while only being a 15 minute walk into town.

Coming in fifth on the list of most-viewed properties last month is a Scottish castle in Edinburgh with more than 100 acres of private land, priced at £6 million.

Rightmove said: ‘The property exudes an air of mystery and regal charm, with a commanding sandstone entrance and ancient stone walls that whisper tales of the past

Inside you can discover historical allure and architectural brilliance, from hand-painted entrance halls to six working fireplaces and a family kitchen crafted with a blend of tradition and modern comfort.’

The website said the castle ‘stands as a timeless symbol of the country’s rich history and architectural grandeur’. 

 Rightmove’s property expert, Tim Bannister, said: ‘From historical estates to country cottages, throughout March home-hunters have been drawn to properties that blend heritage and charm.

‘Whether you already live in the country or in the city, it’s always fun to explore the possibilities of castle living and remote scenic landscapes.’