In summary:

• Beachside homes offer stunning views with easy access to some of Britain’s most beautiful stretches of coast.
• These coastal properties for sale range from detached houses and luxury apartments right through to more compact chalets with expansive sea views.
• Some homes on the list include benefits such as private beach huts or annexes that further boost their appeal.

There’s something about a home by the sea that never loses its appeal. Waking up to the sound of waves, stepping straight out onto the sand, or just having those big coastal views on your doorstep, there are many reasons why beachside homes appeal to so many.

We’ve rounded up six coastal properties for sale, from a cliff-top apartment with its own private beach hut in Dorset to a contemporary apartment moments from the surf in North Cornwall. We also take a look at a beachfront family home with direct access onto the sand in Shoreham, a boutique holiday chalet overlooking Whitsand Bay, and a chain-free seaside bungalow in East Sussex.

Each of these beachside homes offer something a little different, and at a wide range of prices. But they’re united by that same rare quality: quick, uninterrupted access to the coast and views for miles.

Have you ever dreamed of trading your daily commute for a coastal walk? Or do you fancy a second home to escape to at weekends? These six properties show just how varied life by the sea can be.

A cliff-top apartment with a private beach hut in Poole

This immaculate three-bed, two-bathroom apartment sits within Branksome Towers, a purpose-built development of luxury apartments on a stunning cliff-top position in Poole. Set within beautifully maintained communal gardens, the block has its own private access down to the promenade and beach below.

Inside, the apartment is bright, spacious and well laid out. Every principal room benefits from breathtaking sea views and a large private sun balcony runs off the living area and main bedroom. Panoramic views stretch from the Isle of Wight to Old Harry Rocks and the Purbeck Hills beyond.

The real standout, though, is the private beach hut that comes with the property.

Beachfront house with a private annex in West Wittering

This detached beachfront house with a separate annex is tucked away on a highly sought-after private road in West Wittering. The main house has three bedrooms and three bathrooms, including a wide first-floor balcony with magnificent south-facing sea views. The two-bedroom annexe offers its own kitchen, living space and private courtyard.

What makes this property special is the private walled beach terrace, accessed via its own gate and positioned directly on the sand. It boasts panoramic views taking in Selsey Bill, the Isle of Wight and the Solent stretching towards Portsmouth.

The current owners have used the annexe as a short-term holiday let, making this an ideal multi-generational home or an income-generating second property. Both house and annexe were fully rewired, re-plumbed and refurbished in 2021 and 2022, with solar panels, battery storage and car charging installed throughout.

A rare home directly on Shoreham Beach

Properties positioned directly on Shoreham Beach don’t often come to market, so this detached home is a genuine find. Unlike many coastal properties where the views are reserved for the upper floors, this one offers a direct connection to the sea from its main living spaces, with the kitchen and dining room framing the water from the moment you walk in.

The ground floor is generously laid out, with a reception room, study, kitchen, dining room and a spacious living room that flows through to a garden room and bar area, ideal for entertaining. Large doors open straight onto the rear terrace, garden and beach beyond. Upstairs, the main and second bedrooms open onto a roof terrace with outstanding coastline views, while a further bedroom on the second floor adds flexibility.

Outside, a large decked terrace and private gate lead directly onto the beach, while the front of the property has a driveway and integral garage.

Boutique chalet moments from the sand on Whitsand Bay

Just 300 yards from the beach, this detached seaside chalet enjoys one of the most private positions on Whitsand Bay, with stunning uninterrupted views across the waters towards Rame Head and the Eddystone Lighthouse. Currently run as a highly successful holiday let, it’s being sold as a turn-key proposition, fully furnished and ready to go.

Inside, there is a sitting room with a vaulted ceiling and wide folding doors opening onto a sun terrace, stylish open-plan kitchen, principal bedroom with its own terrace access, a further bedroom and modern shower room. A large sea-facing deck makes the most of the setting, which is popular for swimming, surfing and kayaking.

Whitsand Bay is a designated Marine Conservation Zone, with over three miles of golden sand and dramatic coastal scenery nearby. The chalet was refurbished in 2017.

Two-bedroom bungalow directly opposite Broomhill Sands beach

This immaculate two-bed detached bungalow enjoys a prime position directly opposite Broomhill Sands, a beach that’s dog-friendly all year round. Offered for sale chain-free, it’s currently run as a successful holiday let but works equally well as a full-time home.

Inside, the open-plan living space includes a dining area and feature log burner, while a mezzanine loft area adds extra flexibility and is complete with a glass balustrade, Velux window and sweeping views. Both bedrooms are generously sized, and the kitchen and bathroom have been finished to a high standard.

A stone’s throw from Camber‘s village shops, with Rye just a six-mile drive away, this is a property that makes the most of its unrivalled beachside location.

A contemporary apartment just off Porth Beach

Set within an exclusive development of just 12 apartments, this two-double-bedroom apartment sits just yards from Porth Beach in northern Cornwall.

It’s equally suited to life as a permanent residence or a holiday home. The open-plan living space is the heart of the apartment, combining a sitting area, dining space and a sleek integrated kitchen, with full-width bi-fold doors opening onto a private balcony. Meanwhile, the principal bedroom includes a Juliet balcony and en-suite shower room.

The apartment also comes with an allocated parking space and communal storage for surfboards and bikes. It’s only 1.5 miles from the centre of Newquay, with Watergate Bay and Mawgan Porth also close by.