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From its rugged coastal landscapes to its rolling moorland, South West England has long held an appeal to those seeking natural beauty and the benefits of an outdoor lifestyle. Perhaps now more than ever, this part of the country offers a beacon of possibility for lifestyle-driven buyers.

The Covid-19 crisis has given many reason to think about the space they live in and the attributes they consider important in their home. These shifting preferences are evident across the South West with an uptick in demand for country property, specifically homes with more space, inside and outside, options for home working, good transport links and greater access to the countryside.

However, interest is coming from further afield too, especially for Devon and Cornwall. According to Savills residential research team, the South West has seen the biggest rise in the proportion of London buyers, up +121 per cent from January 2020 to May 2020, as well as increased interest from the home counties.

The changing balance of demand between town and country property has pushed areas like the South West to the fore. The area offers a wealth of varied country homes and landscapes, alongside an abundance of small, village and coastal communities which benefit from good connectivity and transport links.

Here is our selection of the best South West properties currently on the market.