From an elevated Cornish home with unrivalled views to an idyllic Suffolk cottage in a delightful spot, here is this month’s round-up of cracking coastal properties for sale now.
LOOE, CORNWALL – GUIDE PRICE £1,000,000
Rock Ledge is a three-bedroom property with light, spacious and versatile accommodation, situated in a prime elevated position boasting unrivalled sea, beach and harbour views.
The entrance porch leads through to the sitting room which has a working feature fireplace, staircase to the first floor and full height windows with stunning panoramic, far reaching views across the town, harbour, beach and coastline.
The sitting room leads through to the kitchen which has a range of fitted units with co-ordinating worktops, tiled flooring, as well as a breakfast area with built-in wooden bench seating, rear porch leading to the garden and a staircase to a versatile space currently utilised as a dining/second reception room.
There is a family bathroom, additional shower room and three double bedrooms – the master bedroom has a good size ensuite bathroom.
The property also includes an indoor heated swimming pool, located in its own 600sq ft timber-framed pool house, which is surrounded by its own terrace…perfect for entertaining. Stags, Plymouth (01752 223933, stags.co.uk)
DALE, PEMBROKESHIRE – GUIDE PRICE £1,000,000
Occupying a prime waterfront position in this hugely popular coastal village, Eaton Hall is a remarkable property. Spread over three floors with a large basement below, this expansive house offers stunning views over the pretty waterfront and estuary below.
The building would have enough room to serve as a grand main home, lucrative letting property, or a base for an excellently positioned business. In addition to the internal space on offer, the property also includes a large parking area and remarkably spacious gardens which is practically unheard of in the centre of this desirable village. This Grade II listed property has recently undergone external renovation work, including new windows and a repaint.
For its central position in such a popular coastal village the amount of outdoor space is remarkable. Accessed from wooden gates at the side of the property is a large gravel courtyard with parking for several vehicles. From the courtyard a path leads out into the large lawned gardens that extend to the rear of the property.
The garden is enclosed by fences or walls and offers a lovely secure space. To the front of the property is a walled patio garden which offers enough space to sit out and marvel at the views of the water. Country Living Group (01437 616101, countrylivinggroup.co.uk)
HAMPTON, KENT – £995,000
A striking detached residence, completely remodelled to an exceptionally high standard, offering luxurious accommodation which has been cleverly future-proofed. Situated in a prime sea front location, the property has breathtaking panoramic views across Hampton Bay, an area renowned for stunning sunsets.
Designed to be a forever home, every effort has been made to ensure the property is low-maintenance and accessible to all, with modifications including an internal lift from the garage into the living area.
This contemporary home showcases advanced technology and is fitted with a range of energy efficient features including solar panels and a rainwater harvesting system, contributing to its ‘A’ EPC rating.
The area has a wonderful sense of community, with plenty of activities to get involved in. From sailing to table tennis, there is something for everyone. For more coastal properties for sale in this area, enquire at Page & Co, Kent (01227 472000, pageandco.co.uk)
SOUTHWOLD, SUFFOLK – GUIDE PRICE £555,000
This is a wonderful second floor, dual aspect apartment within the iconic Craighurst building on North Parade, Southwold.
Originally three terrace houses, The Craighurst has had many uses during its life. In the 1920s it was a school with its most notable alumni being George Orwell, who studied there in 1922. By the 1950s it had become a hotel and restaurant. Then in the late 1990s it was converted into collection of individual apartments
This apartment benefits from an idyllic sea front location overlooking the famous Southwold beach huts at the front and lighthouse from the rear. It has uninterrupted views of the pier and the sea from every room. It is a light and airy two-bedroom, split level apartment with close proximity to the hustle and bustle of Southwold High Street. Durrants (01502 723292, durrants.com)
THEDDLETHORPE, LINCOLNSHIRE – GUIDE PRICE £575,000
Twyford House is a spacious Edwardian country home with six bedrooms set in mature grounds of around 2.37 acres, including outbuildings, stables, paddock and private gardens.
The property is safely nestled at the end of the coast road through a farmyard, adjoining a nature reserve with direct access to the sea. Discover the perfect spot for idyllic family holidays on wide sandy shores with superb horse riding and endless days on the beach. For more coastal properties for sale in this area, enquire at Masons (01507 350500, movewithmasons.co.uk)
CAWSAND, CORNWALL – GUIDE PRICE £2,350,000
Bownder House is surely one of Cornwall’s finest coastal homes, beautifully presented to a contemporary standard and with each of the principal rooms taking advantage of the extraordinary sea views.
The versatile layout with a self-contained guest suite/annexe enables the property to be used as a family home with potential to holiday let the annexe or indeed for multi-generational living.
There is ample space for those who work from home and the thoughtfully laid out leisure suite provides a superb amenity for enjoyment regardless of weather conditions. In addition to the generous gardens there are over 400 sq ft of sea-facing balconies. For more coastal properties for sale in this area, enquire at Scott Parry Associates (01752 858314, scottparry.co.uk)
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SELSEY, WEST SUSSEX – GUIDE PRICE £575,000
This is a unique waterfront property with stunning views and sunsets overlooking the English Channel. Recently renovated and fully furnished, this chain-free, three-bedroom home features an open kitchen and living area on the ground floor, complete with a wood-burning stove for cosy winters and bi-fold doors opening onto a beach garden. Upstairs, the main ensuite bedroom boasts a sun terrace with breathtaking views, along with two additional bedrooms and a separate bathroom.
Located in this charming fishing town just a stone’s throw from London, this property is perfect as a weekend getaway for water sports enthusiasts, offering sailing, paddle boarding, snorkelling and diving right on your doorstep. Jackson-Stops, Chichester (01243 786316, jackson-stops.co.uk/branches/Chichester)
SAUNDERSFOOT, PEMBROKESHIRE – £1,700,000
A fine, Victorian, six-bedroom, stone-built house with fabulous views over Saundersfoot Bay, and a short walk from the town centre and the sandy beaches.
The house has been beautifully maintained and upgraded with accommodation arranged over three floors. There is a ground floor with hall, huge open plan sitting/dining room/kitchen and a second sitting room.
On the first floor there are two further reception rooms, one with staircase to a bedroom, shower room and balcony, and three double bedrooms. On the second floor there are two bedrooms. Outside are south-facing mature gardens with a large terrace. West Wales Properties (01834 845584, westwalesproperties.co.uk)
COLDINGHAM, SCOTTISH BORDERS – OFFERS OVER £695,000
Built in 2013, Hillside is a detached, five/six bedroom family home sitting on a plot of approximately 0.48 acres. All rooms at the front of the property have uninterrupted countryside views whilst those to the rear have fantastic countryside and sea views.
The property occupies a delightful rural location, close to the popular villages of Coldingham and St Abbs. The property is currently divided as a three-bedroom family home with a separate two-bedroom annexe. For more coastal properties for sale in this area, enquire at Paton & Co Estate Agents (01289 542,400, patonandco.com)
BRANCASTER, NORFOLK – £799,950
This four-bedroom period cottage is just a few minutes’ walk from the expansive sandy beaches, the saltmarshes and the golf club. It has a part-vaulted sitting room and the garden is south-facing. Bedfords (01328 730500, bedfords.co.uk)
POLZEATH, CORNWALL – GUIDE PRICE £2,750,000
Gwel Trelsa represents an exciting opportunity to secure a contemporary townhouse with uninterrupted sea and coastal views across Polzeath’s surf mecca.
Arranged over four floors with stylish interiors, large front and rear terraces, a cocktail bar and a sky hammock, the reverse living layout takes full advantage of the panoramic views. This is the epitome of a well-appointed beach house. John Bray Estates (01208 862601, johnbrayestates.co.uk)
DEAL, KENT – GUIDE PRICE £335,000
This is an ideal seaside cottage situated in the heart of the Conservation Area just off the seafront. It is a mid-terrace Grade II listed cottage which would make a perfect holiday let or ‘lock up and leave’ property. For more coastal properties for sale in this area, enquire at Bright & Bright (01304 374071, brightandbright.co.uk)
EAST PORTLEMOUTH, DEVON – GUIDE PRICE £2,750,000
This is a magnificent mid-19th century residence in a uniquely beautiful position close to the sandy beaches of East Portlemouth with superbly landscaped gardens and fields including a detached triple garage with annexe above.
Holset House has beautifully proportioned rooms, all immaculately presented, with plenty of natural light flooding the whole property. It has six bedrooms and three bathrooms.
Standing in its own extensive and beautifully landscaped grounds, the elegant Georgian house which sits up on a hill, enjoys peace and tranquillity, even at the height of the season, and yet this prettiest of estuaries can be accessed via just a 25-minute walk.
The gardens are a delight with established shrubs and small trees surrounding the house with a wide expanse of lawn and sun terraces within a tranquil walled garden. Beyond the rear of the house are fields including stabling/paddocks, extending in all to about 13 acres. Marchand Petit, Salcombe (01548 844473, marchandpetit.co.uk)
WALTON-ON-THE-NAZE, ESSEX – GUIDE PRICE £850,000
Located directly on the beachfront within this highly popular town is this spectacular four/five-bedroom detached residence. Offering spacious and versatile accommodation over two floors, it is ideal for a growing family or London residents looking for their perfect ‘pied-à-terre’.
The ground floor accommodation offers a spacious hallway, three generous reception rooms, study/ bedroom and a hugely impressive, luxury high specification kitchen/ breakfast room.
The first floor boasts four double bedrooms, serviced by two bathrooms and you can’t help but be impressed by the breathtaking sea views from the two rear bedrooms, with the icing on the cake being the south-facing balcony adjoining the principal bedroom. Zoe Napier (01621 840333, zoenapier.co.uk)
WOOLVERSTONE, SUFFOLK – £675,000
This idyllic cottage was built in 1832 and has been owned by the same family since 1958 when it was purchased from The Woolverstone Estate.
At the time it was described as “an attractive semi-detached brick and thatched cottage occupying a delightful situation with beautiful views over the River Orwell”. With the exception of the completely pantiled roof, this description is relevant today.
This three-bedroomed home is decorated in soft hues, has a generous kitchen dining room and a fabulous garden, with all rooms overlooking the river or woods through mature trees. Original, traditional features like Suffolk latch doors, exposed beams, Rayburn and open fireplaces have been retained to complement the more contemporary aspects. It really is spectacular. For more coastal properties for sale in this area, enquire at Fine & Country, Woodbridge (01394 807307, fineandcountry.co.uk/woodbridge-estate-agents)
