There's getting back to nature and then there's staying in this stunning 18th-century barn conversion, set on 350 acres of nature reserve. The house's location sounds like the start of a poem: next to a wildflower meadow and on the edge of a stream – beautiful. With wetlands and woodlands all around, birdwatching is easy through the double-height windows in the living area or while sipping a drink on the patio. Make the most of the setting on one of the owner’s wildlife safari tours, or just admire the passing Konik ponies, and keep your eyes peeled for animals and insects. There's just as much to explore within the house. Oak beams run across the ceiling of every room, giving the space a cute, country feel. On cold days, there's a log-burner or roll-top bath for warming up. Dinner can be cooked in the kitchen, with a large wooden table for big feasts, or fire up the BBQ outside.