From cottages in iconic Cornish locations to a bolthole near a top foodie destination, Amy McPherson compiles the best coastal properties for £400,000 or under
Ilfracombe, Devon – Fixed price £250,000
This two-bedroom top-floor apartment in a Victorian-style house offers great harbour and sea views. Recently redeveloped, the interior benefits from plenty of natural light and features a flexible open-plan kitchen and living space with stylish contemporary fittings. By Design (01271 611202, bydesignhomes.com).
Aldeburgh, Suffolk – Guide price £325,000
Holmleigh is a two-bedroom Victorian terraced house, within easy walking distance of Aldeburgh’s town centre and its beach. Inside is a modern kitchen and light-filled rooms which have retained many of their period features. There are low-maintenance gardens to the front and rear, with a studio that could be used as an office. Bedfords (01728 454505, bedfords.co.uk).
Cowes, Isle of Wight – £350,000
Set in an elevated position on the seafront of Cowes, this superb two-bedroom duplex apartment enjoys great views of the Solent and its sailing activities from every room. The beautifully presented interiors are spacious and flooded with natural light, giving them a fresh, airy feel. The location is ideal for beach walks, as well as easy access to services and facilities in both Cowes and Gurnard. Spence Willard (01983 200880, spencewillard.co.uk).
Falmouth, Cornwall – Guide price £300,000
This one-bedroom property sits in the grounds of the Falmouth Hotel, with coastal views from Pendennis Castle towards the Helford River and beyond, plus easy access to Gyllyngvase and Castle Beaches, and the South West Coast Path. Inside, it features a reverse-level layout and simple, tasteful décor – it has been renovated with efficiency and functionality in mind, making clever use of all available space. Jackson-Stops Cornwall (01872 261160, jackson-stops.co.uk).
Newquay, Cornwall – Guide price £375,000
Positioned between the centre of Newquay and its iconic Fistral Beach, this two-bedroom cottage features a bright interior and benefits from contemporary comforts while maintaining its period character. It’s currently being operated as a holiday let but would also make the perfect bolthole or even a permanent home. Jackson-Stops Cornwall (01872 261160, jackson-stops.co.uk).
Burnham Market, Norfolk – £165,000
Birch is a two-bedroom retreat with contemporary fittings, set within The Poplars development – it is exempt from second home restrictions and ready for immediate move-in. It’s situated within easy reach of several stunning beaches, and also the popular foodie destination of Brancaster Staithe. Luxury Lodge Escapes (01728 453433, luxurylodgeescapes.co.uk).
Isle of Harris, Outer Hebrides – Offers Over £295,000
Perched over Carragrich Bay, Tigh Na Mara is a secluded, four-bedroom property, with sea views from all the bedrooms, both receptions and the main kitchen. If you love nature, this could be your dream home. Western Isles Properties (01851 704003, western-isles-properties.com
Birdham, West Sussex – £295,000
Fancy swapping dry land for a life on the water? Herons Rest is a luxury houseboat with two bedrooms and an open-plan living area. Moored on the canal next to Premier’s Chichester Marina, it’s a few steps from the vibrant harbour. Built using quality materials, with clean, contemporary lines, the property would be ideal as a holiday retreat or permanent home (berthing fees apply). Baileys (01243 672217, baileys.uk.com).
Rye, East Sussex – £350,000
Halyard Studio is a two-storey building with potential for use as a home, bolthole or holiday let. Just a few minutes’ walk from the medieval heart of Rye, it offers pretty views of a nature reserve and boats. Unique Property Company (020 3987 1739, uniquepropertycompany.co.uk).
BARGAIN HOME OF THE MONTH: Pett Level, East Sussex – £275,000
Two-bedroom Trewella Lodge is a chalet-style holiday home tucked away down a peaceful private lane and set within a garden just 300 metres from unspoilt Pett Level Beach, near the historic towns of Hastings and Rye. Beautifully decorated in tranquil coastal colours, the property is being sold chain free. Just Property Fairlight (01424 812555, justproperty.net).
Braystones, Cumbria – £190,000
With stunning sea views and modern comforts, wind and solar power, a beach cabin and extensive decks overlooking the sands, this three‑bedroom bungalow would make an ideal holiday bolthole – or a great full‑time home for those with an adventurous spirit. Lillingtons Estate Agents (01946 590412, lillingtons-estates.co.uk).
Leiston, Suffolk – Offers in excess of £160,000
This one-bedroom red-brick cottage in Leiston is only a short drive from Sizewell Beach and its destination café on the Suffolk Heritage Coast. Tucked away on a peaceful private road, the end-of-terrace property has a patio garden and is fitted with modern interiors – the cosy sitting room features a new wood-burning stove. Bedfords (01728 454505, bedfords.co.uk).
Cowes, Isle of Wight – Guide price £395,000
This beautifully refurbished three-bedroom period home sits in the desirable Old Town area of Cowes. It boasts sea views, a low-maintenance courtyard garden, two balconies and off-road parking. It is also in a very convenient location, just a short walk away from the popular High Street and the Red Jet ferry to Southampton. Spence Willard (01983 200880, spencewillard.co.uk).
Cowes, Isle of Wight – Guide price £325,000
This tranquil three-bedroom house is located in a particularly quiet setting. It has undergone extensive renovation and modernisation in recent years, with excellent design and high-quality fittings used to create a home that is elegant yet relaxed. The enclosed garden is set up for ease of maintenance and enjoying relaxed outdoor living. Spence Willard (01983 200880, spencewillard.co.uk).
St Minver, Cornwall – Guide price £485,000
Nestled at Mesmear Farm, just minutes from Polzeath Beach and Port Quin, The Calf’s House is a charming two-bedroom single-storey barn conversion – and the perfect coastal retreat. Built in Cornish stone, it combines contemporary style with traditional touches, such as vaulted ceilings with exposed beams. Outside is a private patio with views over the landscaped gardens, plus there is access to a shared swimming pool and jacuzzi. John Bray Estates (01208 862601, johnbrayestates.co.uk).
Canford Cliffs, Dorset – Guide price £390,000
This bright and modern two-bedroom penthouse apartment in the coastal village of Canford Cliffs features a wraparound balcony terrace. For sale with no forward chain, this property, in a pet-friendly block, would be a perfect seaside getaway or main home. Berkeleys (01202 708383, berkeleys.com).
Robin Hood’s Bay, North Yorkshire – £439,500
If your budget will stretch to the higher end of the scale, this stunning five-bedroom semi-detached Edwardian house has a lot to offer. Built for a master Mariner in 1908, Henllys has been sympathetically renovated to retain period features such as stained glass, fireplaces and a carved balustrade. It boasts sea views from the upper floors and easy access to the coast path and Old Lance Cliff. Hope & Braim (01947 601301, hopeand
braimestateagents.co.uk).
Winterton-on-Sea, Norfolk – Offers in excess of £299,950
This charming and characterful three-bedroom cottage comes equipped with a large kitchen and breakfast room and a lovely sitting room, with beautiful sea views from the master suite. This successful holiday let would also make a great second home by the coast. Sowerbys (01263 710777, sowerbys.com).
Kingsbridge, Devon Guide price £385,000
Clad in cedar, this detached, modern two-bedroom property is enclosed by a pretty stone wall and timber-decked garden, with parking for one vehicle. The living space features an open-plan kitchen, dining and sitting room with triple-aspect windows, doors and skylights. Marchand Petit Kingsbridge (01548 857588, marchandpetit.co.uk).
Manorbier, Pembrokeshire, Guide price £300,000
Set in one of Pembrokeshire’s most sought-after locations – the vibrant community of Manorbier – The Lodge is a true gem. This characterful, four-bedroom home boasts ample, well-presented accommodation, with original features including stone walls, wood flooring and exposed beams. It’s a short walk from the beach and the Pembrokeshire Coast Path and within easy reach of Tenby. It also has an enclosed courtyard garden and plenty of parking space. Country Living Group (01437 616101, countrylivinggroup.co.uk).
Cowes, Isle of Wight Guide Price £395,000
This recently refurbished three-bedroom period cottage is situated a moment’s walk from Cowes High Street. Believed to have been built in 1842, the property has recently undergone sympathetic refurbishment, and now features a spacious and well-equipped kitchen and two contemporary shower rooms. Outdoors is a partially walled south-facing garden, designed to be low-maintenance, with planting in raised beds. This property could be a comfortable home – or a great investment. Spence Willard (01983 200880, spencewillard.co.uk).
St Anne’s Head, Dale, Pembrokeshire Offers over £325,000
This three-bedroom cottage is perched on St Anne’s Head near Dale – a stunning location on the rugged Pembrokeshire coast, with a neighbouring lighthouse. It has unrivalled sea views to the rear, and fields at the front. A well-presented dream coastal home that is also an established, successful holiday let. Country Living Group (01437 616101, countrylivinggroup.co.uk).
Port Isaac, Cornwall Guide price £295,000
Located in the heart of Port Isaac, and offering glimpses of the harbour, this Grade II-listed terraced fisherman’s cottage has plenty of charm. The cosy two-bedroom property is well presented, but it also provides a great deal of potential for refurbishment to your taste. John Bray Estates (01208 862601, johnbrayestates.co.uk).
Whitehaven, Cumbria £115,000
Located right on the side of Whitehaven Marina, with views of the boats, bandstand, harbour lighthouse and The Beacon Museum, this two-bedroom apartment in a characterful Grade II-listed building features a generously sized living and dining room, and a box bay window overlooking the water. Lillingtons Estate Agents Whitehaven (01946 590412, lillingtons-estates.co.uk).
Marazion, Cornwall – Guide price £375,000
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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