10 brillia nt building plots by the sea

As the second-home market continues to stall, buyers looking to secure a permanent home by the sea have some exciting coastal properties to consider

From a historic house with exquisite original features to a chapel conversion and a modern architectural gem, Amy McPherson picks this month’s best coastal properties to buy

There’s no denying the appeal of waterfront property, which now sells for some 51% more than its inland equivalent, finds Knight Frank. Annabel Dixon explores the shore

A neighbour selling off part of their garden can be the ideal solution for a self-build plot, but it comes with caveats

From guided walks around Babbacombe Bay to sipping rosé on a sunny terrace, this inn on the beach has it all, says Sue Wilkins

After years of travelling on the pro-surfer circuit, Jayce Robinson and Hannah Michael chose West Cornwall to build their dream country life