Here are some of the most affordable homes around the UK coastline right now.
Cowes, Isle of Wight, Guide Price £375,000 – £395,000

Located near the Floating Bridge with views across the River Medina and Solent, this Grade II-listed four-bedroom terraced house blends historic charm and modern living. Originally a pub, it has been renovated to create a spacious family home. Highlights include a cosy reception room with a fireplace, an open plan kitchen diner with garden access, and a luxurious master bedroom suite. Hose Rhodes Dickson (01983 294714, hrdiw.co.uk).
Totland Bay, Isle of Wight, Guide Price £395,000

Tucked away in a coastal location at the end of a private road, this three-bedroom ground-floor apartment enjoys far-reaching western Solent views. The light, spacious interior has oak flooring throughout for a seamless flow, while local footpaths give easy access to beaches in Totland and Colwell Bay. Spence Willard Freshwater (01983 756575, spencewillard.co.uk).
Fishguard, Pembrokeshire Offers over £475,000

This lovely three-bedroom chapel conversion on the harbour side of Fishguard’s Lower Town offers spectacular sea views from the upper levels. Tastefully decorated with a large, open plan living area on the first floor, the characterful interior matches the charm of its waterside location. Country Living Group (01437 616101, countrylivinggroup.co.uk).
Whinnyfold, Aberdeenshire Offers over £160,000

Set in an old fishing village, this two-bedroom cottage offers an affordable opportunity to move to the coast. Features include a modern kitchen with room for a breakfast table, spacious lounge with a woodburning stove, and a vestibule with open storage – ideal for outdoor gear. ASPC (01224 632949, aspc.co.uk).
Newton Ferrers, Devon, Offers in excess of £499,950

Currently a successful holiday let, Frogimore is a recently renovated, characterful coastal cottage with water views and easy access to a public slipway. Inside, the two-bedroom property benefits from a superb bespoke kitchen-dining room, cosy sitting room and clever storage. Marchand Petit Newton Ferrers (01752 873311, marchandpetit.co.uk).
Beesands, Devon – Guide price £410,000

This two-bedroom character cottage sits on the waterfront at Beesands – and fresh interiors reflect this setting, with natural materials and sea-inspired art. Outside, you’ll find a stone-paved rear garden. Marchand Petit Kingsbridge (01548 857588, marchandpetit.co.uk).
Marazion, Cornwall – Guide price £400,000

Pilchards, a two-bedroom home lovingly improved with a palette of cool coastal blues throughout, enjoys fantastic views of Mount’s Bay and St Michael’s Mount. The streets and sandy beaches of Marazion are within easy walking distance. Andrew Exelby (01736 697414, andrewexelby.co.uk).
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