10 fabulous coastal homes to buy

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

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

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

Until 200 years ago, this Northumberland village-by-the-sea was a bustling grain port. Today, its miles of sandy beach, seafood eateries and maritime history make it an excellent choice for families.

Caversham Grange, The Warren, Caversham, Reading. An Edwardian-style house built in 2016 on the banks of the River Thames with an original Edwardian boathouse with a living area above it. 7 beds, 7 ba

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