Rightmove’s most-viewed homes on busy Boxing Day, from £2.5m Croydon mansion to Devon home with duck island

A £2.5million house near Croydon and a £190,000 home on the outskirts of Huddersfield were among Rightmove’s most viewed homes this Boxing Day.

Browsers also had their heads turned by an ‘exclusive woodland enclave’ in Scotland, and a Devon home with its own duck pond and island.  

The property portal saw a record number of home hunters browsing the site on 26 December, as they shook off market uncertainty at the tail end of 2025 and planned property moves for the new year. 

While Christmas Day was the quietest day for Rightmove website traffic, there was a 93 per cent jump on 26 December.

This was a bigger bounce in visits to Rightmove than last year, when the increase was 87 per cent.

The property portal has now revealed the ten most viewed homes on Boxing Day with asking prices ranging between £2.5million and £190,000.

Steve Pimblett, Rightmove’s chief data officer, said: ‘As usual, there are some stunning large family homes with luxury features on the list, but there are also some really well-presented smaller properties suited for potential first-time buyers. 

‘Homes from England, Scotland and Wales all make the top ten, and there’s also a mix of urban hotspots with commuter links into major cities and homes near lots of green space with privacy.’

These are the 10 most viewed homes, from the cheapest to the most expensive.

This recently renovated end of terrace house is located in the village of Golcar on the outskirts of Huddersfield in West Yorkshire.

While only spanning 718 square feet, it has three bedrooms and an open plan living room stretching across the entirety of the ground floor.

There is also a cellar that can be accessed from the kitchen, which is not included in the floorplan. 

The price means it could be ideal for a first-time buyer. It has plenty of desirable features, including a newly-fitted kitchen with thick solid wood worktops, a Belfast sink, and a brick fireplace in the living area.

The house previously sold for £85,000 in 2006, according to Rightmove. It is being marketed by online estate agent Yopa.

This grade II-listed Georgian terraced house is located in the market town of Dunmow in Essex.

The house spans 1,062 square feet and could be perfect for families or those seeking a peaceful retreat.

It has three bedrooms and two bathrooms (one of which is en-suite), while on the ground floor it has a kitchen, living room and dining room with a quirky curved wall.

The advert says the house is situated on a quiet road, while being just a stone’s throw away from the various amenities of Great Dunmow. 

It adds that the town is known for its rich history, charming streets, and a variety of shops, cafes, and restaurants, making it an ideal location for those who appreciate community spirit and convenience.

The house previously sold for £295,000 in 2014, according to Rightmove. It is currently marketed with Daniel Brewer estate agents.

This three bedroom house marketed by Allen & Harris estate agents in the village of Nunney in Somerset spans 1,330 square feet in total.

The three bedrooms on the top floor have one bathroom between them. The ground floor has a kitchen, living room, dining room and internal alleyway with double doors opening up onto a large back garden.

The advert says the living room features a fireplace with log burner, leading into a rustic kitchen spacious enough for dining.

It says it would be ideal for families or couples seeking village living with warmth and style.

The property, which was last sold for £307,000 in 2003, according to Rightmove, is being sold at auction. 

This large five bedroom house is located in Ayr, a town in Ayrshire on the south west coast of Scotland. 

The house offers 3,200 sq ft of living space and its five bedrooms come with three bathrooms, two of which are en-suite.

On the ground floor, it has an open plan living room and kitchen, a hallway, dining area, drawing room, an office/play room and a downstairs toilet.

The advert says it is located within an ‘exclusive woodland enclave’, offering tranquillity, privacy and exceptional living space just minutes from the beach.

The property last sold for £10,000 in 2014, which suggests it was just the land with the house built since then. The property is on the market with Moove Happy.

This five bedroom detached house is located on the outskirts of Merthyr Tydfil in south Wales.

The property’s five bedrooms come with two bathrooms, one-en suite. On the ground floor is a play room, two living rooms, two kitchens, two downstairs toilets, a utility room and a narrow office room.

The advert describes a uniquely spacious and versatile property with a substantial plot measuring approximately 1 acre in a desirable semi-rural location.

It also says that the house, which was originally configured as two separate homes, would be ideal for multi-generational living or a substantial family home. 

The large plot has development potential, a triple garage, and separate office space, all set within a peaceful semi-rural location.

The house is currently on the market with Walker and Lewis estate agents.

This four bedroom house in Twickenham in south west London offers almost 1,800 sq ft of space over three floors.

The house comes with a driveway and a garage and utility room and a downstairs toilet.

The four bedrooms on the first and second floor are served by two bathrooms. One of the bedrooms has a walk in wardrobe. 

It also boasts a large open plan kitchen and living room with a sliding entrance out onto the back garden. 

The advert says the home is located within easy access of Twickenham and Teddington town centres, Fulwell Station and some excellent schools.

The property was last sold for £157,500 in 1997. It is currently marketed by Chase Buchanan estate agents.

This six bedroom detached house is located in Sevenoaks, a popular Kent commuter town to the south east of London.

It was constructed in 1986-87 by Berkeley Homes but the house was fully renovated in 2021 and any buyer will enjoy modern perks such as underfloor heating, a wine cooler, a remotely operated alarm system as well as Bosch and Siemens appliances.

The advert says the house is located in a sought-after private road, which is equidistant from Sevenoaks High Street and Sevenoaks station.

It says the home is ideal for families that love to walk to school and the station, with trains that are only 20 minutes into London.

The house sold for £1,255,000 in 2015, according to Rightmove. It is currently marketed by Nest Associates Ltd.

This four-bedroom farmhouse, marketed by Miller Town & Country estate agents, is located in the countryside in Devon, the nearest major town being Exeter.

It has an indoor swimming pool and comes with an attached two-bedroom cottage, an adjoining annexe, a detached barn conversion and an indoor heated pool.

The plot stretches to approximately 13 acres with a pasture, stables, woodland, stream borders and landscaped gardens including a duck pond with a central island.

The advert says the main farmhouse has retained a wealth of charm and character having been sympathetically refurbished over more recent years.

The property has no previous sales history on Rightmove. 

This newly renovated four bedroom farmhouse comes with 8.5 acres of land.

It spans 2,500sqft and comes equipped with glamping units consisting of a shepherd’s hut and gypsy wagon used for holiday lets.

There is also a commercial tearoom with catering kitchen, customer toilets and carpark; equestrian facilities including railed paddocks, a stable block and all-weather ménage. 

The advert describes the house as a superb lifestyle property set within open countryside approximately four miles east of Pocklington.

There is no previous sales history reported on Rightmove. Cundalls is the agent marketing the property.

This eight bedroom detached house built in 2023 is located in Purley in the London Borough of Croydon.

It offers eight bedrooms, five bathrooms and two kitchens – one for the owner, and one for a chef to use when hosting dinner parties.

It is described as high specification throughout and has off-street parking, two outbuildings and a well-maintained garden.

There is also a balcony that runs the entire length at the rear of the house which overlooks the patio and garden. 

The advert says it would be ideal for large or extended families who value both space and privacy. 

The ground floor has a number of living areas, including a reception room with bi-folding doors that open directly onto a patio, a dedicated TV room and a separate playroom as well as the open-plan kitchen.

The property last sold for £435,000 in 2008, according to Rightmove. Barnard Marcus is the agent marketing the property.