These are Rightmove's 5 most-viewed properties of the year

Looking for property inspiration? Rightmove has revealed its most-viewed homes for 2019 based on what people have been searching for — and, like always, the homes are simply breathtaking.

'It’s great to see such a brilliantly diverse variety of homes available on Rightmove and it’s no surprise to see these five properties at the top of our list,' says Rightmove’s property expert Miles Shipside.

'Each Christmas I’m always curious to see which homes have sparked the most interest across Great Britain throughout the year and suffice to say the properties with the biggest personalities or quirkiest features are usually the most popular. Whether you’re seeking interior inspiration or just want to peek inside truly remarkable homes, Rightmove is the place to satisfy all your property desires.'

Find out which properties made the top five...

This beautifully designed home, situated in the heart of Essex, has been on the market since January 2019 — and comes in at the top of the list. With an annexe games room, cinema, spacious living areas, a bespoke kitchen and an acre of wonderful green space, it's a grand property with plenty of character. Best of all, it could still be yours...

This property is for sale for £4.9m via John Thoma at Rightmove.

Dating back to 1902, this magnificently grand castle has 16 bedrooms, stunning original features, walled gardens, staff accommodation, a boathouse and its own jetty. Anyone lucky enough to put down an offer will love the idyllic views and 132 acres of sprawling land.

This property is for sale for £3,750,000 via Bell Ingram at Rightmove.

The only penthouse in the top five, this stunning loft space has five large bedrooms, a luxurious curved reception hallway, tiled flooring, floor-to-ceiling windows, a cinema room and multiple terraces. Tempted? You'll need £3.5 million.

This property is on the market for £3,500,000 via Rendall & Rittner at Rightmove.

Situated in the heart of the Cheshire countryside, this remarkable home has a stunning pool and leisure facilities, plus a games room, impressive garden and stunning kitchen. Just look at the garden!

This property is on the market for £3,950,000 via Gascoigne Halman at Rightmove.

This Grade I listed building is set in 10 acres of beautiful land. Spread across three floors, it has 10 grand bedrooms, an outdoor swimming pool, stone fireplaces and remarkably cosy interiors. Formally known as Canonteign Manor, the property was once guarded for the King during the Civil War and taken by Fairfax in 1645. It's perfect if you're after something packed with history.

Canonteign Manor is on the market for £3,950,000 via Fine & Country at Rightmove.