Royal Dart Apartments: A stunning, iconic, Grade II listed building on the shore of the River Dart, restored to provide unique, stylish accommodation in an unrivalled setting. See page 27.
Savills UK Waterfront is a collaborative national network of experts in offices across England, Scotland, Wales and the Channel Islands, drawing together their experience and knowledge to focus on sales specifically in British coastal and waterfront locations.
The teams work locally within their regions but work closely with other offices and our London Waterfront team to provide services across the most popular coastal and waterfront areas, including lochs, riverbanks, beaches, islands, estuaries, peninsulas and cliff-tops.
We believe that combining specialist advice about the market with our expert local knowledge in each of these areas, Savills Waterfront can help you to make the right decision, whether you are looking to buy or sell.
FRAN MOYNIHAN Director of London Waterfront
From beautiful period houses with gardens down to the water’s edge, to stylish lock up and leave developments with state of the art facilities, and historical warehouse conversions exuding the Thames’ rich history, riverside living really does offer something for everyone.
Our London Waterfront team specialises in the riverside stretch from Richmond to Canary Wharf and works closely with 15 offices to combine our riverside expertise with their local market knowledge. With our wealth of experience in selling and letting riverside property, we can provide you with expert advice on the Thames-side market, whether you are looking to buy, sell, let or rent.
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For over thirty years, Carpenter Oak have designed and raised award winning timber framed buildings.
A portfolio of thousands, each one different from the last and each one designed to reflect the client’s aspirations - from coast to country.
Whether you want to extend or remodel your existing home, or embark on a new build project, we specialise in making the most out of your space.
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COASTAL COMMENTARY
Aany aspire to buy by the sea but just how much more are they prepared to pay for the luxury of this proximity?
Properties located within 100m of Great Britain’s coastline cost on average 10.5% more than those located up to 1km away, says the Savills Research Team. This average does, however, vary depending on location.
The most expensive coastline can be found in south west England where the average sale price of properties within 100m of the sea is £312k, 16.2% higher than their more inland counterparts. For those looking to buy in the well-established prime markets of Sandbanks and Canford Cliff s, this fi gure rises to £1.3m.
The premium in Wales is higher than in England with buyers spending on average 19.6% more for properties on the coast. This is a result of the popularity of locations such as Conwy on the north coast and the affl uent seaside town of Penarth in The Vale of Glamorgan.
NEW RIVERSIDE DINING IN LONDON
Aick Stein’s exceptional cuisine can now be enjoyed at a beautiful riverside location in London. Situated on the banks of the River Thames in Barnes, this new restaurant has been superbly decorated by top interior designer, Jill Stein. The subtle industrial theme, which is warmed with velvet cushions and enhanced by hanging plants and greenery, creates the perfect atmosphere in which to indulge in your riverside meal. As well as the main restaurant and courtyard terrace, there is also a small seafood bar and separate bar area, allowing guests to pop in and enjoy a drink or two.
Faithful to Rick’s roots, you’ll find the freshest seafood straight from Cornwall on the menu, which includes dishes such as Dover sole à la meunière, fruits de mer, Indonesian seafood curry and salt and pepper prawns.
The set lunch menu is perfect for those in need of a quick respite before heading back to the office.
For more information or to book visit www.rickstein.com or call 0208 878 9462
PREMIER MARINAS IS FIRST IN ITS CLASS
Premier Marinas owns and operates nine of the south coast’s finest marinas with locations in Eastbourne and Brighton; Chichester, Southsea, Gosport, Port Solent and Swanwick in the Solent; Noss on the Dart and Falmouth in the south west. With over 5,000 wet berths ranged across these marinas, three dry stack locations and an excellent reputation for customer service, Premier is acknowledged as the finest marina provider in the UK. All Premier Marinas offer first-class boat storage, quality boatyard facilities and shower and toilet facilities that are second to none. And whether you are looking for annual berthing, monthly berthing or would just like to visit whilst you explore a new cruising ground, Premier has a berthing option to suit. But that’s not all, with a Premier annual contract you also receive a package of unrivalled benefits from 42 free visitor nights at other Premier
Marinas to fuel at cost, free WiFi, eight weeks storage ashore, boatyard discounts and the option to switch your contract between Premier Marinas at any time – providing there’s an available berth.
To find out more or for a berthing quotation visit www.premiermarinas.com
Rustler yachts are renowned designs with legendary capabilities.
We don’t pursue the new or different merely for the sake of it. Our goal is to produce attractive individual yachts that are a pleasure to own and sail.
Beautifully handcrafted in Great Britain, each yacht has a distinctive in-built elegance that is unmistakably Rustler.
As a family-run business based in the heart of Devon, we take pride in the friendly and exceptionally helpful
We have a straightforward, personable approach with no hidden costs or add-ons and, because we live and work in the region, our local knowledge is second to none.
If you have a great holiday home or are thinking of buying one, we’d love to hear from you. You’ll be looked after by one of our experienced property managers and will have the friendly support of our entire team.
For more information, call us on 01647 434048 or visit our website helpfulholidays.co.uk. We look forward to hearing from you.
CAMELLIA INTERIORS EXPANDS TO ROCK, ON THE NORTH CORNISH COAST
With a reputation for being trusted with its clients’ design briefs, the Camellia Interiors team in Cornwall is pleased to unveil its new office in Rock, on the north Cornish coast.
Experts at achieving your vision, within your budget and in good time, they’re now impeccably positioned in one of the county’s most highly sought after locations, which is great news for anybody looking to buy into the thriving property market here.
With a vision to be the south west’s leading interior design practice, Elaine Skinner established Camellia in 2003 and the business has gone from strength to strength, providing an honest service, managing expectations from the outset.
Elaine tells us: “Clients always say to me ‘I never thought of doing that’. I help them push a few boundaries and they trust me to see it through.”
Turn to page 62 to find out more.
DATES FOR THE GOLFER’S DIARY
Turn to page 52 and you’ll find some our favourite golf clubs around the UK and the British Isles, enough to inspire anybody who likes nothing more than getting around 9 or 18 holes.
As always, there are some fantastic events coming up this year, whether you’re one of the many lining the fairway watching or looking to pit yourself against the competition.
We’ve selected just a few of the UK’s bigger events in 2017 for you to put in your diary:
The Open
20th to 23rd July, Royal Birkdale Golf Club.
The Senior Open Championship 26th to 30th July, presented by Rolex, Royal Porthcarl Golf Club, South Wales.
Eden Tournament 2017
7th to 11th August, St Andrews Golf Club, Scotland – open to all amateurs with a handicap less than 15.
Strathtyrum Tournament
7th to 11th August, St Andrews Golf Club, Scotland – open to all amateur ladies with a handicap less than 28.
Ladies’ British Open
Amateur Stroke Play Championship 6th to 8th September, North Berwick Golf Club, Scotland.
The Ladies’ Senior Home Internationals 3rd to 5th October, Newport Golf Club.
REGATTA ROUND UP
Here in the UK, surrounded by some of the finest and most unpredictable sailing waters in the world, nothing quite beats the excitement and spectacle of Britain’s and, indeed, the world’s finest sailors taking to the seas in fiercely competitive legs as their crafts slice through the waves.
From Falmouth Week, with its different, daily stops and prize-giving events, to the thrills and spills of the Round the Island Race on the Isle of Wight, there’s plenty of action and some truly spectacular spectator sport to be enjoyed.
Below is a list of must-see sailing events for you to add to your diary.
• Round the Island Race 1st July 2017, Isle of W ight
• West Highland Yachting Week 28th July to 4th August 2017, Oban, Scotland
• Cowes Week 29th July to 5th August 2017, Isle of W ight
• Falmouth Week 4th to 13th August 2017, Falmouth, Cornwall
• Abersoch Keelboat Week 21st to 25th August 2017, Abersoch, Wales
• Dartmouth Regatta 24th to 26th August 2017, Dartmouth
• Extreme Sailing Series 25th to 28th August 2017, Cardiff
• Burnham Week 26th August to 2nd September 2017, Bur nham-on-Crouch
• International 14 POW Cup 27th August to 2nd September 2017, Rock, Cornwall
As you will see from this map, our network of offices and experienced Waterfront specialists gives us an unrivalled coverage of the London and UK Waterfront, from a penthouse apartment on The Thames to a coastal estate in Scotland, and a cliff top cottage in Cornwall to a Georgian house above the beach in North Norfolk.
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Dolphin Houses
This elegant Grade II listed Georgian townhouse on the edge of the Fowey river comes with its own mooring (available on licence) and direct water access, making it the perfect home for keen sailors.
Arranged over three floors, the property retains many of its period features, from the original staircase to the panelled doors and sash windows. Offering three to four bedrooms, the accommodation is both versatile and comfortable. The bespoke kitchen with its own Aga has everything you need to make the most of fresh, local produce on your doorstep.
The harbourside town of Fowey itself is bustling with independent boutiques and bistros, while providing access to some of Cornwall’s finest sailing.
With unrivalled harbour views and direct access to the water, this is the perfect period home for enjoying life on the Fowey river.
FOWEY
been built into the slope, provides a wonderful spot for relaxing, while a gun emplacement – set below the house looking seaward – embodies the property’s historical significance.
The area itself is one of outstanding natural beauty, with plenty of coastal corners to be explored by the adventurers in your family. What’s more, when it comes to local amenities, the nearby Lizard village has restaurants, a pub and a convenience store, while Helston town, with its supermarkets and high street is just 15 minutes away.
JONATHAN CUNLIFFE SAVILLS CORNWALL
01872 243200
JCUNLIFFE@SAVILLS.COM
Lloyd’s Signal Station
While the original purpose and character of this historic landmark are retained in features throughout the property, this Art Deco house offers some of the most comfortable and impressive accommodation in the south west.
Four bedrooms over the second two floors offer sumptuous accommodation and views that are breathtaking. The fourth bedroom, on the second floor, was once the signal-man’s lookout and it’s easy to see why.
On the ground floor, a well-fitted kitchen opens into the dining room, where you’ll find a bay window with seating where you can take in the view. The living room is filled with natural light, and offers a stunning vista that looks south over the coast, west towards the Lizard Lighthouse. Outside, to the front, the main gardens stretch towards the cliffs where they fall away to the sea, some 65 metres below. A bench, which has
Built in 1872 as a communication hub for passing trading vessels, Lloyd’s Signal Station sits proudly atop England’s most southerly point on the Lizard peninsula.
Gun Wharf
Originally the show fat in this established Wapping development, Gun Wharf is a striking conversion that is on the market for the frst time in 15 years. This three bedroom apartment is south facing and has spectacular views of the Thames and Canary Wharf that can be enjoyed from its two balconies. A combination of wooden foors and exposed brickwork give a nod to the building’s industrial heritage but it is exceptionally light for a former warehouse with windows on both the front and back.
The elegant en suite in the master bedroom boasts Philippe Starck fttings while the semiopen plan kitchen has brand new appliances. Most notable though is the reception room that has an unhindered view of the river.
The addition of daytime porterage, allocated parking and access to a roof garden make this a very special property indeed.
Just a short walk from St Katherine’s Dock, yet in a peaceful residential area, this is a rare opportunity to obtain an apartment with excellent river views.
Deodar Road
PUTNEY
AA spectacular five bedroom family home with direct river frontage and a stunning garden.
stunning riverside home in Putney, offering exceptional living space, with the convenience of being just a short distance from the city. This characterful period home, updated for contemporary living, features a library and a bright, spacious reception room with bi-folding doors opening out onto a balcony with views straight down the river. The beautifully presented garden, which provides direct access to the river, is perfect for summer entertaining and al fresco dining.
Enjoying sweeping views of the Thames and a wonderfully welcoming interior, this is waterside city living at its very best.
FRAN MOYNIHAN SAVILLS LONDON
0203 430 6880 FMOYNIHAN@SAVILLS.COM
Haig Avenue
Haig Avenue is a magnificent, modern, superhouse built to exacting contemporary standards. Accessed via electric gates, the grounds alone set the bar extremely high with landscaped gardens and extensive lawns. A pathway from the house provides direct access to Parkstone Golf Course (subject to club membership) while a double, integral garage offers ample sheltered parking. Inside, rooms are vast with high ceilings and beautiful windows. The house also has a swimming pool complex, where you’ll find a hot tub, sauna and steam room as well as a large gymnasium in the basement. Add to all of this glimpses of Poole harbour from the top floor rooms and its location in Canford Cliffs and you’ve got a home, designed for modern living, that’s up there with the best.
KEITH FENSOM
At the top of its class and absolutely immaculate, this modern super-home offers the finest in family accommodation.
SAVILLS CANFORD CLIFFS 01202 708888
KFENSOM@SAVILLS.COM
One Shore Road
POOLE
Nestled just 50 metres from one of the UK’s largest natural harbours and only half a mile from Sandbanks beach, One Shore Road is in prime position for making the most of life by the sea. The apartment has been built to exacting standards, with the latest, top of the range fixtures and fittings and a living space that fuses all the key social spaces of the apartment together.
The kitchen, bathrooms and bedrooms are superbly appointed with integral Gaggenau appliances, Philippe Starck sanitaryware and Misura Emme Italian fitted wardrobes.
Designed with the incredible vista in mind there is a large balcony for fair weather entertaining and an impressive wraparound window should the elements not be so kind.
KEITH FENSOM SAVILLS CANFORD CLIFFS 01202 708888 KFENSOM@SAVILLS.COM
Bettws Newydd
PEMBROKESHIRE
In a stunning coastal location, with superb views of the beach and bay, this modern, architect-designed house is ideally situated for some peace and quiet by the sea.
This secluded, contemporary design led home enjoys stretching views across Newport Bay, the golf course and out towards Morfa Head and Carn Ingli.
Offering chic open-plan living, the impressive galleried glass landing capitalises on the wonderful views. The attention to detail includes beautiful limestone tiled fl ooring, a contemporary feature fi re, fabulous Sils Stone worktops in the kitchen and wonderfully spacious en suite bedrooms.
Bettws Newydd features landscaped gardens, woodland, lawned areas, sun terrace and an electric gated entrance. The surrounding area encompasses stretching sands, deep blue waters, rolling countryside and the ever-stunning views from the small mountain, Carn Ingli.
DANIEL REES
SAVILLS CARDIFF 02920 368930 DREES@SAVILLS.COM
Treathro
ASurrounded
PEMBROKESHIRE
n idyllic farm, positioned on Strumble Head in the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park. Enjoy miles of coastal walks on your doorstep, award-winning beaches and nature watching. Treathro is an attractive, traditional livestock and arable farm of around 148 acres, near Fishguard and Goodwick, with its shops, restaurants and pubs. Features of the farmhouse include beautiful tiled floors, fireplaces in both sitting rooms and an old inglenook fireplace in the kitchen. A cluster of traditional stone barns are arranged around a square courtyard, presenting potential for conversion, while several additional modern farm buildings also lend themselves to alternative uses.
DANIEL REES SAVILLS CARDIFF 02920 368930 DREES@SAVILLS.COM
Sandown Terrace
CHESTER
The city of Chester, with its thriving restaurant and café culture, excellent shopping and first-class sports facilities, is a very desirable location.
Sandown Terrace, retains many of its original features, such as the high ceilings, ornate cornicing and large windows and is a residence worthy of its location. The riverside reception rooms make the most of the views and are perfect for entertaining guests, who can spill out onto the balconies on balmy summer evenings.
Outside, a stunning vista takes in the river and The Meadows beyond, while the gardens have been carefully designed to reflect the Italianate design of the house. A series of terraces lead to the river front, where there is direct access to the water and a mooring that comes with the property.
CHARLIE KANNREUTHER
SAVILLS CHESTER 01244 323232
CKANNREUTHER@SAVILLS.COM
With panoramic views over the River Dee this elegant, Grade II listed, Italianate town house boasts one of the most prestigious addresses in Chester.
Rockview
LOne of a pair of substantial semi-detached houses, thought to have been designed by John Adamson, in a stunning cliff top setting with superb views both out to sea and inland.
ocation doesn’t come much better than this if you are a golf enthusiast. Rockview is on The Scores, the street that runs behind the R & A Clubhouse and the world famous Old Course. Views are equally superb, taking in the Tay Estuary with the Angus hills in the distance.
The house is arranged over four fl oors and includes a basement with its own entrance. Many of the original interior features have been retained including period fi replaces, stained glass and decorative cornice work. Outside there is a gravel forecourt and an enclosed, stone walled garden.
St Andrews is well known for its university and the town provides excellent state and private schooling.
JAMIE MACNAB SAVILLS EDINBURGH 0131 247 3711 JMACNAB@SAVILLS.COM ST ANDREWS
Chapel Green House
ST ANDREWS
Overlooking Elie beach and across the bay to Elie Harbour, Chapel Green House is a traditional property dating back to the 1820s. The majority of the rooms have uninterrupted views out to sea, most notably the drawing room and sitting room which have an almost 180 degree vista across the water.
The garden is mainly laid to lawn and benefi ts from the sun for most of the day.The acclaimed 18-hole course at Golf House Club Elie is nearby as is the Royal Burgh of Elie which remains remarkably unspoilt and has good local shopping and other facilities.
The property is for sale as a whole or in two lots, with planning in place for a fi ve bedroom house next door to the main house.
JAMIE MACNAB
SAVILLS EDINBURGH
0131 247 3711 JMACNAB@SAVILLS.COM
Stunning property peacefully situated on sea cliff overlooking Elie bay and harbour, with superb walks along the shore and cliffs.
Royal Dart Apartments
DARTMOUTH
This iconic, Grade II listed building on the shore of the River Dart has been restored to provide unique, stylish accommodation in an unrivalled setting.
Kingswear is a popular village that sits on the east bank of the River Dart, attracting sunshine all day. From the village, you can join the South West Coast Path, which takes in some of the most spectacular coastal scenery on offer in the British Isles. The beautiful town of Dartmouth lies on the opposite bank and is accessible via a year-round ferry service.
The Royal Dart Hotel, as it was formally known, is one of the most signifi cant landmarks along the River Dart. The refurbishment project has seen the development of this period building into fi ve elegant and stylish properties including a townhouse, a ‘lock up and leave’ cottage and three superb apartments.
Living near the water is one thing, but having your own stretch of river frontage on the River Dart is quite another, which is why Dinah’s Side would make the perfect residence for anyone who enjoys getting out on the water.
On a sunny afternoon, why not row around to Dittisham for a spot of lunch? This unspoilt village has a thriving community, with a shop, two pubs, and a waterside café. If you’re a sailing enthusiast, there’s a sailing club here too, so you can really make the most of your waterfront location.
To the rear of the property is woodland, which comes as part of the grounds, and adjacent you’ll fnd a detached workshop, with an artist’s studio above. With such picturesque surroundings, there’s plenty of inspiration to be found if you fancy digging out the easel.The grounds are a peaceful haven and it’s easy to forget how close the nearby towns of Dartmouth and Totnes are. Dartmouth is home to the Britannia Royal Naval College, while Totnes, with its range of independent shops and boutiques offers great shopping.
Perched on the west bank of the the River Dart, you’ll fnd this charming ‘chocolate box’ cottage.
Inside the main cottage, you’ll fnd comfortable accommodation. Upstairs there are three double bedrooms with two well-appointed bathrooms. Downstairs, stone features can be admired, from the freplace in the dining room to the stone archway that leads through to the kitchen. The sitting room, which enjoys the best of the region’s natural light, boasts an open freplace, ensuring that a night spent weathering a winter storm is a cosy one.
The waterside setting of Dinah’s Side benefts from pretty gardens, and a private foreshore with mooring. This is the frst time that this jewel of a property has come to the market in many years and could be the setting for your very own ‘Swallows and Amazons’.
SARAH-JANE BINGHAM-CHICK
SAVILLS EXETER
01392 455743
SJCHICK@SAVILLS.COM
Tigh Na Mara
HELENSBURGH
Sitting in around 1.4 acres of charming Scottish gardens, this property is well set to make the most of Helensburgh, considered by many as a gateway to the Highlands and combining both town and country living. Commuting to Glasgow is made easy here, with a journey time of less than an hour while Glasgow Airport is just 21 miles distant. Built under a rosemary tiled roof, this wonderful villa is defined by its protruding bays, sandstone dressings and gargoyle inhabited porch
Ten bedrooms make up the accommodation, with two en suites, and downstairs exposed beams, vaulted ceilings and features such as an inglenook fireplace in the hall give the living quarters a warm sense of grandeur, offering stunning views over the water.
This beautiful, extended Victorian villa enjoys an open aspect to Loch Goil. With six bedrooms, two bathrooms, two shower rooms and three reception rooms, the current owners use the property as a successful four star, self-catering business, residing in the separate owners’ accommodation (included in the sale). The owners’ annexe is connected to the house, making it easy to transform it back into a family dwelling or continue its current use.
This house commands complete ownership of 80 metres of loch frontage, as well as superb views of some of west Scotland’s finest scenery.
Outside, gardens are mostly laid to lawn and the rear garden sits at the foot of the hills, making it a wonderful spot for al fresco dining. Indeed, this is the perfect residence for outdoor enthusiasts.
An impressive, extended Victorian villa with beautiful open aspects, Rhumhor is the perfect residence for nature lovers.
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The Boat House
OXFORDSHIRE
LA spectacular riverside property on the banks of the Thames in an area of natural beauty with mature gardens and river access.
ocated within the village of Shillingford, the beauty and charm of this property is matched only by its stunning location. On the market for the first time in 35 years the property was the former ballroom of the Prince of Wales. The Boat House’s water frontage, combined with its position on a bend in the river, means that it has far-reaching views. It has its own boathouse which has room for two, 20ft river boats and immediate access to the Thames.
Built around 1890 in the ‘Arts and Crafts’ style, this two bedroom house has many dramatic and architectural features. A stunning summer lounge opens onto a riverside conservatory and balcony, while the dining and kitchen area rises to a magnificent, double height, vaulted ceiling and a first floor gallery.
STEPHEN CHRISTIE-MILLER
SAVILLS OXFORDSHIRE 01491 843010
SCHRISTIE-MILLER@SAVILLS.COM
PThe Den
erched on the riverfront in Shiplake, The Den enjoys around 50 foot of river frontage and its own mooring, making it perfect for those who like to get out on the water. Even if you just want to watch the river flow by, the luxurious, modern interior, with four bedrooms (one en suite), a reception room with a balcony and a first floor kitchen/breakfast room mean there’s lots of space from which to do so.
Built in 2004, this home includes an impressive kitchen with a range of modern units and appliances, as well as a feature window in the dining area which gives views across the fields to the front.
The Den is well located to make the most of local links to London and Reading, and the area is well served for school-aged children.
STEPHEN CHRISTIE-MILLER
SAVILLS OXFORDSHIRE 01491 843010
SCHRISTIE-MILLER@SAVILLS.COM
With roughly 50 foot of river frontage, its own mooring and stunning interior features, The Den is the perfect residence for a family seeking a modern home by the water.
South Beach Mansion
This property is an important 19th century, Italiante mansion situated at the top of Bent Hill. As you would expect there is a wealth of period features throughout the house including high ceilings and grand open fi replaces. With eight bedrooms, this is ideal for a large family or for entertaining guests, with the added benefi t of three large reception rooms.
An Italianate mansion in a prime position in the thriving coastal town of Felixstowe, with commanding views over the sea and coastline.
Rail links are excellent. Liverpool Street is just over two hours away while the nearby A14 gives access to London and the Midlands.
Views from the property are stunning and uninterrupted due to its elevated position. There is access from the property via a footpath to the beach below meaning this is waterfront living at its very best.
TOM ORFORD SAVILLS IPSWICH 01473 234800 TORFORD@SAVILLS.COM
SUFFOLK
Red House
SUFFOLK
The Red House can be found in the village of Thorpeness on the Suffolk Heritage Coast. With its own Country Club, Golf Club and a variety of eateries the village is thriving and has direct access to London via Ipswich and Liverpool Street. Rooms are well proportioned and many have French doors that overlook the gardens and the sea. The accommodation is both ample and versatile as reception rooms can be openend out into each other or closed off if required.
Outside the garden overlooks the sea with the addition of a pretty summerhouse and a Jacuzzi in which to relax. The waterfront couldn’t be any closer here as there is also a private gate leading directly to the beach.
PETER OGILVIE
SAVILLS IPSWICH 01473 234800 POGILVIE@SAVILLS.COM
A substantial detached house, superbly located on one of the most prestigious roads in Thorpeness, with views directly over the sea.
There is a family recreation room at ground foor level, with direct access to a private garden, together with four double bedroom suites and the house bathroom.
The living area on the frst foor includes a family kitchen complex with an extensive range of bespoke units and access to a dining/leisure terrace. The multi-purpose living room includes dining and sitting areas with doors to the decked terrace. Full advantage can be taken of this seamless connection to the outdoor environment with a choice of spots for al fresco dining or just sitting in the sun and enjoying the beautiful views and breathtaking sunsets.
Whether you’re entertaining friends and family or enjoying quiet family meals, Tamarisk provides the ultimate modern, family living.
GERI O’BRIEN
SAVILLS JERSEY
01534 722227
GOBRIEN@SAVILLS.COM
TTamarisk
CHANNEL ISLANDS
his superb house is perfectly situated overlooking St Ouen’s Bay, with a sunny westerly aspect, and only a short distance from two lovely Blue Flag beaches. Excellent restaurants, shopping facilities and the airport are just minutes away, so you can enjoy the peace and tranquillity of the property while still feeling connected.
Tamarisk is an ultramodern, family home in a beautiful setting. Recently constructed, the chic property sits comfortably on a large plot neatly cut into the landscape. Designed by renowned architects, the property’s contemporary roots are clear, with high-quality, energy-effcient, eco-friendly construction and natural materials used throughout.
The property has a very contemporary look with a bright and spacious feel to every room. The look is further enhanced by the stylish stairway with a glazed balustrade and subtle shades used throughout.
100 metres from the beach and located within the coastal National Park, Tamarisk is a stunning example of coastal living.
Criagellache
CHANNEL ISLANDS
This expansive property is set overlooking the sandy beach at Grève de Lecq on Jersey’s north west coast. The beach features a broad expanse of soft sand making it perfect for young families and keen surfers alike. You’ll also fnd some of the fnest walks in Jersey in the area. The scenery is wild and the terrain rugged with steep heather and bracken-clad cliffs rising high above secluded bays. There’s an away-fromit-all feel to this peaceful stretch of coast.
This is a cleverly designed house with careful attention given to the fow of the property, particularly the way the interior and the exterior interact with each other. The views extending right across the bay are expansive and can be enjoyed from most rooms.
Stepping into the entrance hallway provides a taster of the views to be enjoyed, with a glimpse through the dining room to the beach and sea that stretches beyond. The kitchen, a really sociable space, has been designed with entertaining in mind.
The views are sublime and can be enjoyed from most rooms, extending right across the bay.
The living and reception spaces, with large areas of glazing, create seamless connections with terraces and patios with elevated views. It’s a truly great place to cook and dine al fresco whilst enjoying the views.
The outdoor swimming pool, which is surrounded by a substantial patio, is also ideal for entertaining and making the most of the sun as it sweeps across the bay.
This property makes full use of its fantastic elevated position across split levels while utilising optimal facilities for modern living, providing you with the ultimate family home.
GERI O’BRIEN
SAVILLS JERSEY
01534 722227
GOBRIEN@SAVILLS.COM
Stonebridge House
With gardens stretching to the Glaven river and a heated outdoor pool, as well as close proximity to the Norfolk coast, Stonebridge House makes the most of both coast and country.
Charming and well arranged, with a heated outdoor pool to the east, this house would make a wonderful family home. Within walking distance of the coast and with lawned gardens stretching all the way to the banks of the Glaven river, Stonebridge House enjoys the best of coast and country and, with six bedrooms (the master of which has an en suite), as well as a spacious sitting room and four reception rooms, there’s plenty of space for your family to enjoy its downtime, however you like to spend it.
The house is located between the villages of Blakeney and Cley-next-the-Sea, where you’ll find all the amenities you need, including art galleries, shops, pubs and restaurants, just a short drive away.
BEN RIVETT
SAVILLS NORFOLK 01603 229256 BRIVETT@SAVILLS.COM
NORFOLK
Cilgeraint
Arguably one of the most sensational houses in one of the best locations in North Wales, Cilgeraint is set into the headland above the harbour beach with panoramic southerly views over the village, the pretty harbour and across Cardigan Bay to Cadair Idris.
Following the gently curving contours of the cliffside, the house extends over three fl oors under a natural sedum roof. The interior has been designed in a contemporary style to accentuate the curved ceilings and sense of space.
MARK HOLDEN SAVILLS WILMSLOW 01625 417450 MHOLDEN@SAVILLS.COM
Sitting in the wonderful vaulted open-plan living space and marvelling at the scenery through floor-to-ceiling sliding windows is truly a compelling experience.
CARDIGAN BAY
Penny Beach) only a few hundred yards away.
The village of Abersoch is a 25-minute walk away via the golf course or beach and offers a wide range of restaurants, bars, bistros and specialist shops.
The Lyn Peninsula is designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and provides an idyllic location for locals and holidaymakers alike. This cottage and its surroundings make for an incredible place from which to enjoy the coastal life.
MARK HOLDEN
SAVILLS WILMSLOW 01625 417450 MHOLDEN@SAVILLS.COM
Pen Y Gwaith
ABERSOCH BAY
Set above the beach on Penrhyn Du Headland at the southern tip of Abersoch Bay, Pen Y Gwaith Cottage enjoys an elevated setting in one of the finest coastal locations in Wales. With panoramic views towards the Abersoch moorings and the Main Beach, Cardigan Bay and Llanbedrog Headland and with a backdrop of Snowdonia, this is a superb location.
Originally a stone-built cottage set above the beach, Pen Y Gwaith has been extended substantially in more recent years and now offers generous family accommodation whilst retaining much of its original character. The arrangements of rooms are ideal for those who enjoy sailing or boating with an excellent ‘wet’ area off the entrance hall. Set at the end of a quiet unmade lane, you’ll find complete tranquillity here with shared private access to the picturesque sandy cove of Porth Bach (Six
Pen Y Gwaith Cottage enjoys a glorious elevated setting in one of the finest coastal locations in Wales.
Parsons Mead
Acharming country home on the Beaulieu River, with far-reaching southerly views and access to some of the fi nest sailing on the south coast. A feature bay window in the drawing room frames the river, while French windows open onto the south-facing terrace. Upstairs are fi ve bedrooms, two with en suite bathrooms, a further family bathroom, and another wonderfully light room, currently used as an art studio. Parsons Mead includes a self-contained annexe, perfect for guest accommodation or to provide a supplementary income.
Beaulieu village, in the New Forest, has a renowned sailing club, and is just a short drive from Lymington, with its independent shops, restaurants, marinas and a popular yacht club.
GILES MUDDLE
SAVILLS WINCHESTER
01962 841842 GMUDDLE@SAVILLS.COM
The dream home for sailing enthusiasts or simply those who love to watch the water drift by.
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bedrooms has the potential to be used as an annexe apartment, with its own kitchenette and en suite.
Outside the drive is sweeping and the gardens an expanse of well-kept lawn. There is also a large terrace, accessed via the breakfast and family rooms, which is a great area to entertain and relax while taking in the views out across the River Hamble to Southampton water.
There are lovely river and country walks nearby with water access just a short stroll away from the house. Transport links are excellent with direct trains to Waterloo, Victoria and Gatwick Airport, meaning you really do get the best of both worlds with this property.
GILES MUDDLE
SAVILLS WINCHESTER
01962 841842
GMUDDLE@SAVILLS.COM
TRiver Barn
HAMPSHIRE
he riverside village of Old Burlsedon is home to this interesting 1930s family home. Designed by architect Oliver Hill, a student of the renowned Edward Lutyens, and built in a Dutch colonial style, this property is ideal for larger families with its fabulous gardens and generous accommodation. There are three main reception areas on the ground floor including a sitting room with far-reaching views across the garden. Formal dining occasions are well-catered for with a separate dining room, while the comprehensively equipped kitchen is the ideal space for a large family with both a breakfast bar and breakfast room beyond.
Upstairs, six bedrooms, four en suites and a separate shower room mean that family and guests are all able to benefit from space and privacy. The accommodation at River Barn is very versatile as the largest of the first floor
Impressive family home set in two acres of grounds at the heart of Old Bursledon with views towards the River Hamble.
ON THE
We explore some of the many ways to enjoy our stunning coastline right here in the UK.
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There’s something about being close to the water that has a positive effect on us; perhaps it’s the calming qualities of gazing out upon a great expanse of blue, or an innate desire to be close to a water source. Whatever the science behind it, whilst admiring the water from the comfort of your waterside property is wonderful, nothing quite beats experiencing it frsthand, whether it’s by savouring the gentle lapping of the waves on a scenic river cruise, or beating to windward as the ocean spray refreshes your face.
There are many ways to enjoy the water around the British Isles, whether you are a seasoned veteran who likes to roll up your sleeves and man the sails, or simply a fair weather sailor who prefers a glass of something chilled whilst taking in the scenery. All are very well catered for across the UK. Our isles offer some of the world’s most popular sailing waters, drawing sailors from all across the globe.
Living on the Beaulieu or Hamble river on the south coast of England, you have instant access to the Solent and the Isle of Wight, perfect for enjoying both Cowes Week and the Round the Island Race – two of the biggest sailing events on the international calendar, where pro sailors rub shoulders with amateur enthusiasts, as thousands of boats take to the water.
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Mylor Yacht Club, near Falmouth
The south west boasts a rich maritime heritage with towns and cities such as Plymouth and Falmouth owing their very existence to the waterbound activities and industry operating out of their ports over the centuries. Today, they still serve as the start and end point for major international sailing events, from tall ships regattas to the Rolex Fastnet Race. At Savills, we enjoy our own regatta, held in Falmouth bay, a chance for the sailing devotees among us to race alongside other competitors.
If you would love to try your hand at sailing, but are a self-confessed novice, don’t let this put you off. Day charters with an experienced skipper at the helm are a great way of dipping your toe in without making the full commitment. If you would like to take it more seriously, it is worth taking a course through the Royal Yachting Association (RYA), which has offcially accredited schools dotted across the country. From competent crew to day skipper and ocean yachtmaster, there are courses that cater for every ability. Joining a yacht club is a fantastic way to meet others who sail and get involved in the social side of boating – and it is certainly a very sociable scene! What’s more, members of yacht clubs are made very welcome visitors at other clubs across the country, meaning you can cruise the isles at your leisure, making scheduled stops to your chosen ports along the way.
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Yachts racing on The Carrick Roads
Ü BELOW Competitors preparing for our annual Savills Regatta
Everything we do is custom and bespoke
MODERN CLASSICS
As an island nation, the UK has a proud tradition of boatbuilding, and you’ll fnd torchbearers scattered around dedicated to producing individual hand-built classic and contemporary boats that showcase the best of human craftsmanship; distinctive boats that hold the true value of form in equally high esteem as that of function. Take Cockwells of Mylor Creek Boatyard, for example, a builder of prestige motor launches, tenders, and traditional sailing yachts. Founder Dave Cockwell has been building boats since the age of 16, honing his craft at the historic Underfall shipyard in Bristol.
Cockwells’ ethos is that a boat is far more than simply a vessel. These beautiful boats are not churned out on a production line. Rather, each is lovingly and individually crafted with precision, from the drawing board to launch.
“Everything we do is custom and bespoke,” explains Alice Préat of Cockwells. “Clients come to us when they want something unique. Often an off-the-shelf solution simply won’t suit their requirements.”
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A 9.5m limousine tender, by Cockwells
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Tender to Grace E, a luxury, custom-built motor launch from the award-winning Cockwells
While heritage is at the very heart of Cockwells, the company is certainly not stuck in the past. A key focus is on building traditional and classic boats while incorporating modern technology, practices and comforts. As with many of the best things in life, there’s a healthy, hearty nod to the past, while keeping a clear eye on the future.
Dave Cockwell appears to genuinely relish a real challenge; complexity and uniqueness of a project only seem to spur him on further. “Dave likes nothing more than to restore the boats that other builders tell him simply cannot be restored.” This is an attitude that surely must be celebrated.
Cockwells’ boats are as exceptional as they are exclusive, as Richard Worswick, owner of Ocean Fugue, a bespoke 39ft launch, explains: “I think with a Cockwells’ boat you get something full of character, craftsmanship, attention to detail, and a nice, solid feel. Dave’s boats have real style.” He continues: “Building a new boat with him is great fun – I’m a big fan of natural materials and I think wooden boats have a certain feel in the water that plastic boats don’t have.”
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WATERSPORTS
The opportunities to get out on the water are as abundant as they are diverse, and are by no means limited to traditional sailing. While sailing a yacht or cruising in a motoryacht typically requires a crew of several people to work the sheets and lines, there are plenty of sports on a smaller scale to be enjoyed, either on your own or in pairs. Windsurfng, stand-up paddle boarding, kayaking, surfng, and kite-surfng are all exhilarating sports that you can dip into, or take more seriously if you get the bug for it.
Stand-up paddle boarding has witnessed a huge surge in popularity over the last few years. The beauty of both this and kayaking is not only that they are relatively inexpensive and easy to get the hang of, but also that you can simply put the boards or canoes on the roof rack and take them with you, wherever you might be headed next. Being much smaller and more manoeuvrable than larger yachts and motorboats also makes them perfect for exploring secluded creeks, river inlets and lakes that the bigger boats can’t access.
Waverunner or Jet Ski safaris are a wonderful way of taking in the coast, and spotting the stunning wildlife in our waters, from seals to pods of dolphins and perhaps even basking sharks. Many clubs and watersports centres operate across the country, from the Orkneys to the Channel Islands, providing all the equipment and training you need to get out and enjoy yourself.
There are more sedate approaches too. Whether on the Thames, the Hamble, the Helford, the Dee or the Forth, you’ll fnd an array of operators providing boat trips that take in the surrounding scenery without needing to get your feet wet. If you plan your journey well to take in a waterside pub en route and riverside walk, we challenge you to fnd a better way of spending a summer’s afternoon.
So, whatever your vessel of choice and degree of interaction – on the fy bridge of your Sunseeker or sat atop a paddle board with your feet submerged – why not experience the water the way it really should be experienced: afoat.
Û ABOVE Kite-surfng is the perfect sport for those who crave a more exhilarating interaction with the water
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High FLYING
On board the new Manhattan 52, Sunseeker’s fastest selling model to date.
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There is ample space to both relax and entertain
pace, light and sociability defi ne the new Manhattan 52. Its innovative design is all about spacious living that sets new benchmarks for the smaller fl ybridge motoryacht. Throughout the new Manhattan 52, living and entertainment space has been maximised, incorporating expanses of beautiful curved glass to emphasise its sleek lines and bring in even more light. Throughout its main deck you will discover exciting, sociable spaces that fl ow from the astonishingly roomy bow seating and sunbathing area to its open cockpit
space and upper aft galley, giving you plenty of ways to relax, entertain and enjoy the good life.
The Manhattan 52 enables its owner to enjoy the sumptuous space the open layout provides, from the generous saloon and upper aft galley, through to the social seating at the helm; this exceptional layout allows the owner and guests to move effortlessly between entertaining spaces. There are many talented Sunseeker team members behind the award-winning Manhattan 52, including colleagues from design, build, engineering and the executive team.
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Û TOP The rear bathing platform provides fun for all the family
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Cabins are opulent with attention to detail at the forefront
The design and engineering team worked tirelessly on the popular standout feature, the glass cockpit/ galley window that retracts electrically and, alongside the bi-fold saloon doors, creating an exceptional inside/outside environment, completed with bar stools and serving counter.
Truly setting the Manhattan 52 apart from its peers, the yacht also showcases a wonderful wellequipped bathing platform and transom area that can be converted into a mini beach club – a unique and unrivalled feature for a boat in this class.
Phil Popham, CEO at Sunseeker, commented:
“The Manhattan 52 is our fastest selling model to date, with over 80 orders taken for 2017 and 2018. The Manhattan 52 sets a new industry benchmark for the smaller fl ybridge format and makes an important statement about Sunseeker’s continued focus on new product development and innovation.”
Individuality is at the heart of both Sunseeker’s service and their luxury motor yachts.It is this element that creates a boat that is uniquely yours. It goes far beyond the choice of woods or fabrics to encompass vital aspects of your personality and lifestyle that will be refl ected in your boat.
Winner of the highly coveted ‘Best flybridge under 55ft’ award at the Motor Boat of the Year Awards.
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Both interior and exterior spaces are modern, comfortable and spacious
Relaxing on deck
For this reason, clients are encouraged to make a personal visit to the Sunseeker factory to see these world-renowned luxury motor yachts in production. This gives the opportunity to meet the designers, learn about the manufacturing techniques and appreciate the build quality that puts the Sunseeker brand in a league of its own.
The Sunseeker London Group liaise closely with each client throughout the build process and during the time that you spend with them, they will listen closely to your likes and dislikes, and then discuss how they can achieve and exceed your expectations. Once you know what you would like, their skilled craftsmen will take over and construct your Sunseeker luxury motoryacht to your exact specifi cation.
SUNSEEKER POOLE
Sunseeker Poole is part of the Sunseeker London Group. The Group is the official and leading distributor for new and pre-owned luxury Sunseeker motoryachts ranging from 40ft to 155ft. The Sunseeker London Group is directed by Christopher Head and David
Lewis. Together, they have formed the largest distributor network of Sunseeker boats and products worldwide. Since inception in 1993, the Sunseeker London Group prides itself on providing award winning customer service in both sales and service. This has been recognised for the past 14 years by Sunseeker International, who build the yachts, awarding the Sunseeker London Group ‘Overall distributor of the year’ for our ‘Best in the world customer service’. With 36 offices in 20 countries throughout Europe and Northern Africa, year on year the Sunseeker London Group sells over half of the Sunseeker production. The Group employs over 150 staff that can collectively communicate in 14 different languages!
SUNSEEKER POOLE
SUNSEEKER WHARF
WEST QUAY ROAD, POOLE, DORSET, BH15 1HW 01202 666 060
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Fairway TO HEAVEN
Enjoy a few leisurely rounds of golf set to a stunning coastal backdrop.
Over 600 years since the sport originated, golf has become synonymous with quality time in the country, with some of the UK’s fnest courses just a stone’s throw from the water’s edge. Nothing beats nine or eighteen holes across well kempt fairways and greens, whether it’s getting out of the offce with your peers or catching up with life-long friends.
From Cornwall, with its weather beaten coastline stretching out before you as you tee off,
to Scotland, as the six-century long story of the sport’s evolution continues at St Andrews, there’s something about a bag of clubs and a pocket full of tees that you simply don’t get with other pastimes. On the eastern coast of Scotland, you’ll fnd St Andrews. Iconic, and rightfully known as the home of golf, the seven courses here offer the very best in links golf – a form that derives from the Old English word ‘hlinc’, meaning ‘rising ground’ or ‘ridge’, referring to coastal sand dunes, or open parkland.
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Nefyn & District Golf Club based just outside Morfa Nefyn at Gwynedd, Wales
Golf near the water
The history of golf roots itself in Scotland. Head west to Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park and you’ll find Loch Lomond Golf Club. Prestigious, and one of the finest in the world, the golf here is exceptional, with views over the Loch to relish as you make your way around the course. North Berwick near Edinburgh on the east coast offers stunning views out to the North Sea.
Head south to the north Norfolk coast and you’ll find the highly recommended Royal West Norfolk Golf Club. Ranked 18th in England on www.top100courses.com, a round here is a real treat for the avid golfer, especially at high tide when the car park becomes inaccessible!
Then down to Suffolk. Commanding a wonderful position in the Heath Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Woodbridge Golf Club has two stunning courses to experience. Serious golfers will take on the challenging Heath course, while those of all abilities can enjoy the nine-hole Forest course.
GOLF ON THE BRITISH ISLES
If you’re taking residence on one of the British Isles – from the Isle of Wight to Guernsey – there are some great options for golf enthusiasts:
RAMSEY GOLF CLUB ISLE OF MAN
V ENTNOR GOLF CLUB ISLE OF WIGHT
L A GRANDE MARE GOLF CLUB GUERNSEY
ROYAL JERSEY GOLF CLUB JERSEY
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St Andrews, the home of golf
Ú RIGHT North Berwick Golf Club, near Edinburgh
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The Heath Course at Woodbridge, Suffolk
of: St Andrews Links
Perhaps you live and work near London and something a little closer to the capital would better suit you. If so, there are plenty of clubs to choose from, whether you’re seeking one that’s member-exclusive, or one that you can dip in and out of, ftting your quality-golf time around a busy working schedule.
If the latter sounds like you, Hampton Court Golf Club would be a good place to start. Situated on a bend of the Thames, you’ll fnd fantastic practice facilities and a par-71 course that combines inland-links style with parkland golf. Fallow deer can also be found roaming the fairway borders, serving as a living reminder of the area’s historic reservation for the King’s sport.
As you head south west to Dorset, dust off the clubs and get on the rolling green slopes and forest-lined fairways of Parkstone Golf Club. Ranked in the top 100 golf courses in Great Britain by Golf Monthly , Parkstone is a mature course with lakes, heathland and stunning mature pines, with views over Poole Harbour.
Next we look to Wales and the weather beaten coasts that make moving here so appealing. Here, there are some exceptional golfng opportunities, and Nefyn Golf Club is a fne example. With holes jutting out into the sea on a crooked fnger of land, Nefyn is arguably one of the UK’s most dramatic golfng landscapes. And, while it wouldn’t be described as cheap golf, the value for money offered to visitors here is exceptional, with top facilities, a well-stocked pro shop and a driving range, great for polishing that crucial frst shot.
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St Enodoc on the Camel estuary, north Cornwall
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The Royal North Devon Golf Club, the oldest golf club in England
Ú RIGHT Nefyn Golf Club, Wales
David Cannon
Nefyn Golf Club
You can rest assured that your clubs won’t be sat gathering dust...
ANGLESEY
Few places can rival the spectacular setting of Bull Bay Golf Club, Anglesey, with 18 holes laid out over the rugged Welsh coastline and each tee enjoying views of Snowdonia.
NEW FOREST
Set in the heart of the magical New Forest, New Forest Golf Club offers the chance to enjoy some fantastic and challenging golf, and warmly welcomes visitors of all abilities.
Bovey Castle, in Dartmoor, a short drive to the Devon coast, either north or south
In the south, with views of the ocean, beach and hills, Royal Porthcawl has received top reviews from the pros, the general consensus being that this is a fne golf course. Overlooking the Bristol Channel on the Glamorgan coast, it’s set to host the 2017 Senior Open, presented by Rolex, and historically has hosted many other prestigious competitions.
In Devon, you’re once again spoiled for choice. Huge expanses, both inland and on the coast, lend themselves to a diverse range of courses and the Royal North Devon Golf Club – England’s oldest golf course – is no exception. Fast running and particularly challenging in a stiff breeze, a par score here is no mean feat.
Bovey Castle on the Bovey river is well worth a visit too.
And then we arrive in Cornwall. Many who move here focus on the glittering waterfronts, untouched landscapes and the prospect of life by the sea, but when it comes to golf it’s often overlooked. With challenging links courses like Mullion Golf Club – overlooking the beautiful Church Cove, as well as St Enodoc, which enjoys a stunning vista towards the Atlantic, you can rest assured that your clubs won’t be sat gathering dust.
Overlooking the Camel estuary at St Enodoc Golf Course, Cornwall
Ù LEFT Teeing off in the glorious Devon countryside at Bovey Castle
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of: Bovey Castle
I mage courtesy of: Stuart Morley
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Waterside DINING
There is something indefinably wonderful about indulging in a delicious meal by the water.
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Craft London, beside the Thames on the Greenwich peninsula
Hampshire
While scouring the country for the fnest waterside properties we couldn’t help but make note of the amazing coastal and riverside eateries we discovered along the way. Whether you’re in the centre of London or the rugged coastal wilderness, chances are you’re not too far from a fantastic waterside restaurant or bistro with a view to match.
With such a rich variety to choose from, we have provided just a small taster to whet your appetite, selecting a few gems that are noted for their food, location and ambience. From chic ocean-view Michelin-starred restaurants to cosy creekside inns, here you will fnd a brief introduction to the world of waterside eating across the UK.
There’s something so very memorable about eating out on the coast; a backdrop in constant fux with the seasons. Coast Saundersfood perched above the beach at Coppet Hall, Pembrokeshire, boasts foor-to-ceiling windows that capitalise on the stunning views out to sea. Head Chef Will Holland, a regular guest on Saturday Kitchen, was named one of the “10 most infuential chefs of the next decade” and won a Michelin star while still in his 20s. The atmosphere is relaxed and the food is exquisite, from the seared king scallops with asparagus spears, pink grapefruit and hazelnut praline to the crumbled Pant-Ysgawn goat’s cheese salad.
Pebble Beach in Barton-on-Sea was recently named “the number one place to eat by the sea in the south” by the Sunday Telegraph. Relax under the parasols on the terrace to soak up the sweeping views of the Solent, out towards Sandbanks and the Isle of Wight, while the team led by acclaimed Head Chef Pierre Chevillard serve French and English cuisine using the freshly landed fsh and seasonal ingredients.
Ù LEFT The Idle Rocks in St Mawes, Cornwall
Û TOP Fresh seafood at Pebble Beach, Barton-on-Sea,
Ù LEFT Relaxed dining at Pebble Beach
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Food near the water
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Rick Stein at Sandbanks in Poole, Dorset, and Rick’s beetroot-cured salmon
Both at Rick Stein Sandbanks and in the relaxed beachside setting of Mark Jordan at the Beach in Jersey in the Channel Islands, dining with an expanse of sand or sea in front of you is an experience you won’t forget.
The White Horse at Brancaster Staithe, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty on the Norfolk coast, enjoys stunning views across the marshland and out to sea. Tuck into fresh shellfsh from the village fsherman, and with lobster pots and oyster beds both in line of sight, local delicacies are in abundance. On the same stretch of coast, Titchwell Manor, a Victorian farmhouse transformed into a luxurious, quirky, boutique hotel and restaurant, offers more exquisite food.
SAIL TO YOUR SUPPER
Of course, sometimes the journey is as important as the destination itself. What could be more satisfying than sailing to your supper, arriving by boat, and mooring up to enjoy a well-earned meal? There are countless haunts across the UK, off the beaten track and beloved of sailors for their beautiful yet secluded riverside locations, offering a berth for the boat and shelter from the weather, while you tuck into hearty, and refreshingly unfussy pub fare. A few of note on the south coast include The Folly Inn, about halfway up the Medina river on the Isle of Wight, The Jolly Sailor on the Hamble river in Old Bursledon, and the Pandora Inn – a beautiful 13th century thatched inn, nestled on the banks of Restronguet Creek near Falmouth.
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The 13th century Pandora Inn on Restronguet Creek, near Falmouth in Cornwall
I mage: James Ram
I mage: James Ram
Food near the water
IN THE CITY
The juxtaposition of city throng and riverside tranquillity creates a wonderful atmosphere. For one of the world’s most bustling cities, London has a surprising amount of greenery and lush riverside spots, both in and outside the city. The City Barge Chiswick is steeped in history and has outstanding views of the Thames; the perfect spot to decamp to after a day in the city. The Bingham and The Petersham in Richmond both offer waterside serenity and opulence not far from the city. Rick Stein has just opened a new restaurant at Tideway Yard in Barnes, featuring some of Rick’s favourite dishes inspired by his travels. Meanwhile, in the bustle of the capital, Craft London, a chic, contemporary restaurant on the Greenwich peninsula serves exceptional food as you watch the Thames snake through the city.
HARBOURSIDE EATING
One of the joys of harbourside dining at a working harbour is watching the fishing boats returning home with their catch. The thought that the fish on the boat may well be the fish on your plate later that evening is a wonderful one. At Rockfish Brixham, one of Mitch Tonks’ famed seafood restaurants in Devon, you really couldn’t get much closer to the source.
Located at the Fish Market on the edge of the harbour where the boats come in, you can be sure of the freshest fish you’re likely to eat.
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Dining at The Bingham, a chic and opulent boutique hotel on the Thames, Richmond
Edgar House’s Twenty2 is a fabulous riverside boutique hotel and restaurant on the river in the heart of Chester. Led by Christopher Hobley, the youngest ever Head Chef at Chez Roux (who also worked at Le Gavroche), you can be sure of food as wonderful as the location itself.
Restaurant Martin Wishart offers fine dining at its finest. Perched on the riverbank in the Port of Leith, Edinburgh, this award-winning restaurant from the Michelin-starred chef promises flavours as awe-inspiring as the presentation.
Across the south west you’re truly spoiled for choice and Rick Stein’s original bistro, The Seafood Restaurant in Padstow has really helped cement Padtow’s sterling reputation as a foodie mecca, while the exclusive Idle Rocks in St Mawes is, quite simply, a must-visit for anybody seeking fine dining and a view of life on the water.
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Fruits de mer from Rick Stein’s The Seafood Restaurant, Padstow
I mage: David Griffen
Waterside DESIGN
With a team of 12 dedicated professional designers, Camellia & Co is here to help you perfect your ultimate lifestyle by the water.
You’ve found your dream home by the water; a home that encapsulates waterside living and acts as the perfect escape from city life; that radiates relaxed style tailored to you. Of course, creating this idyllic waterside retreat can be diffcult when you are working or living away from your residence. Fortunately, with the help of Cornwall-based Camellia & Co, you can achieve your dream home within budget, within time and with complete ease.
With the expansion of Camellia into Rock on the beautiful north Cornwall coast, Camellia is now impeccably positioned to take on the thriving property market there, which is currently transforming this striking corner of Cornwall into a vibrant and exciting place to live and stay. Pop into the showroom to enjoy a fabulous cup of coffee while you browse an incredible array of quality paints, wallpapers and fabrics: you’ll soon start to envisage what your home can be.
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Camellia’s design for the sitting and dining rooms at Sundial Court incorporated the clients’ love of Harris Tweed
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A chic and contemporary bathroom looking out upon Carbis Bay
The Camellia team is made up of professional interior designers with particular expertise in luxury waterside properties. Indeed, under founder Elaine Skinner’s careful stewardship, the team at Camellia boasts particular skill in creating relaxed environments with luxurious yet understated schemes. “This does not mean theming the property with shells and driftwood though,” explains Elaine. “It’s about replicating the juxtaposition of texture and
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A coastal interior is not simply shells and drifwood; invoke the coast with subtle colour palettes
“Our clients need someone they can trust to take on their brief... we understand their lives, their time constraints and the level of service that they expect.”
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This farmhouse at Sennen takes inspiration from the stormy Atlantic coastline with dark dramatic tones
colour.” Indeed, they’re adept at layering up different textures to give the home a lived-in and organic feel, whatever the brief, as though a designer had never been involved.
A recent client, looking for full project management on a beach house sold through Savills, requested a timeless look with a coastal infl uence, but wanted their love of Harris Tweed incorporated into the project. Despite tricky access due to its unique location Camellia was able to take the project from design to completion ready for the client to arrive and enjoy their holiday with everything taken care of. Camellia are also experienced in investment properties and a farmhouse in Sennen saw them contend with single track access roads and the need for each room to be individual yet create a fl ow throughout. They took inspiration from the stormy Atlantic coastline and used dark tones to create a dramatic feel, with feature, iconic wallpaper to really catch the eye.
Family homes are also high on the agenda at Camellia and they are no strangers to older buildings. A vicarage, hundreds of years old and close to the water at Crantock, was treated with respect and a style that gave a nod to the architectural elements of the home. Soft colour schemes and timeless designs, combined with luxurious fabrics, created a sense of waterside opulence. Elaine and her team are used to managing entire projects, from knocking down walls to buying cutlery. Similarly, with many clients living or working in different counties, countries or time zones they’re also used to scheduling work in advance and communicating progress with clients via email, Skype and conference calls. Their skill lies in being able to insert waterside chic into your property with ease and elegance.
“Our clients need someone they can trust to take on their brief so that they can return to their working lives, wherever they are,” explains Elaine. “They have a clear vision, but need us to interpret it and come up with ideas to make it all a reality while working to a budget and delivery deadline. We understand their lives, their time constraints and the level of service that they expect – we always exceed!”
• cellar • heated swimming pool • guest annexe • about 1 acre Guide £1.75 million
SOUTHWOLD, SUFFOLK
Aldeburgh: 22.6 miles • Ipswich: 35 miles • London Liverpool Street: from 65 minutes
Particularly well situated Edwardian house set on one of the quieter streets within the town yet only moments from the beach and high street. 4
Snape: 5 miles • Ipswich: 25 miles • London Liverpool Street: from 65 minutes
Impressive town house with mature woodland on the edge of a sought after coastal town.
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ST MARTIN, JERSEY
ST MARTIN, JERSEY
Blakeney: 1 mile • Holt: 4.5 miles
An unlisted period building of circa 4100 sq ft in the centre of the village with private gardens, parking and access to coastal paths.
Currently a bed & breakfast with 5 letting bedrooms • self-contained 2 bedroom flat • EPC=G
BEN RIVETT Savills Norwich Hardwick House Agricultural Hall Plain Norwich NR1 3FS 01603 229256 brivett@savills.com
Guide £695,000 savills.co.uk /waterfront
STIFFKEY, NORFOLK
Blakeney: 3 miles • Holt: 7 miles
Substantial period cottage in sought after coastal village, enjoying a glorious south facing position with frontage to the River Stiffkey, with mature gardens and plenty of parking. 5 bedrooms • 3
ABERSOCH, GWYNEDD
Abersoch village centre: 175 yards • Pwlheli: 7 miles • Porthmadog: 20 miles
Pen Y Cei is perched directly above the picturesque outer harbour of Abersoch, enjoying magnificent views.
4 bedrooms • 2 bathrooms • 3 bedrooms • reception area • close to village centre • off-road parking • EPC=E
MARK HOLDEN Savills Wilmslow 6 Water Lane Wilmslow Cheshire SK9 5AA 01625 417450 mholden@savills.com
ABERSOCH, GWYNEDD
Abersoch Village: 0.3 miles • Pwllheli: 6.5 miles • Porthmadog: 20 miles
The Shanty occupies a wonderful elevated site, quite possibly the best in Abersoch, atop Benar Headland. Arguably Abersoch’s finest location, it has superb development potential and glorious 180 degree views.
3 bedrooms • large living room • snug • dining kitchen
• covered loggia annexe with 3 further bedrooms • gardens
• storage shed • EPC=G
SOLD
MARK HOLDEN
Savills Wilmslow 6 Water Lane Wilmslow Cheshire SK9 5AA 01625 417450 mholden@savills.com
Meet THE TEAM
JONATHAN CUNLIFFE
Head of of UK Waterfront
Savills Cornwall 01872 243200
jcunliffe@savills.com
Jonathan Cunliffe set up the Savills Cornwall office in Truro 12 years ago and is the Director in charge of the UK Waterfront team.
DANIEL REES
Savills Cardiff 02920 368930
drees@savills.com
Daniel is a Chartered Surveyor and Estate Agent with over 11 years’ experience in the property industry after serving as an Officer in the Royal Navy. His work involves the valuation and sale of residential and rural property throughout south and west Wales including country and coastal houses, farms and land, smallholdings and equestrian property.
He successfully gained an MSc with Merit in Surveying in November 2009 and passed his RICS board in May 2010 to gain his MRICS. Daniel is also a Welsh speaker.
With over 20 years’ experience selling some of the most unique and special properties around the coast of the South West of England, Jonathan has a great understanding of the trends relating to coastal and waterfront residential markets. The UK Waterfront team brings together experts from Savills offices around the UK to ensure the highest levels of coverage to assist sellers and buyers.
CHARLIE KANNREUTHER
Savills Chester 01244 323232
ckannreuther@savills.com
Charlie is based at our Chester office, oversees the running of the Clitheroe office and sits on the Northern Regional Development Board. He has over 20 years’ experience in the local property market and has been involved in the sale of many best in class coastal and riverside properties throughout the region.
Recently he and his team have been at the forefront of riverside sales in Chester and are proud of their current record of having acted in the sale of over 75% of properties overlooking the River Dee over the last three years.
FRAN MOYNIHAN Director of
London Waterfront
Savills London 0203 430 6880 fmoynihan@savills.com
Fran joined Savills in 2011 and was part of the team which set up the London Waterfront department from its early stages.
She now runs the department and looks after the Thames-side stretch between Richmond and Canary Wharf.
Her team specialise in beautiful period houses with gardens down to the water’s edge, stylish lock up and leave developments and historic warehouse conversions, all enjoying fabulous views of the River Thames.
JAMIE MACNAB
Savills Edinburgh 0131 247 3711
jmacnab@savills.com
Jamie Macnab, joined Savills in July 1987 and is Head of the Country House Department in Edinburgh. His knowledge and experience of the Scottish property market is second to none.
During his time at Savills, Jamie has sold many coastal properties. The most prestigious are large houses looking out to sea both in North Berwick in East Lothian and in St Andrews in Fife. Jamie has secured record prices from international buyers in both locations recently.
Savills Canford Cliffs 01202 708888
kfensom@savills.com
Keith has lived in the Bournemouth area his whole life and heads up the Canford Cliffs team with 40 years’ experience in dealing with the sale of coastal properties in the Poole/ Bournemouth conurbation.
The office has been established for 15 years and has a very experienced residential sales team with an enviable track record. The area offers a wide variety of properties which suit all requirements, from the very latest in contemporary architecture in and around Sandbanks to the more typical large family homes set in beautiful landscaped gardens.
Savills Exeter 01392 455743
sjchick@savills.com
The South Hams, a stunning and idyllic little piece of Devon captures the hearts of many that visit. It was September 2001, Sarah-Jane Chick first visited the area for a long weekend away and 6 weeks later she had made the life changing decision to move permanently to Dartmouth with her family.
Having started in agency in 1988 in the home counties, she was has continued her career in Devon, building a strong network of clients and advising on many of the prime riverfront and coastal properties.
KEITH FENSOM
SARAH-JANE BINGHAM-CHICK
Savills Glasgow 0141 222 5864
cameron.ewer@savills.com
Cameron has 15 years’ experience of selling some of the most iconic country houses across the UK, ranging from the east coast of Scotland, to the North Norfolk coast and now focusing on the West of Scotland based from Glasgow.
Perhaps most notably Cameron was involved in some of the highest value sales to have ever taken place in St Andrews in the last decade. As a keen fisherman he is never too far from an estuary, river, or the magnificent coast lines of Scotland of which there is over 6000 miles to cover.
Savills Jersey 01534 722227 gobrien@savills.com
Geri has been extremely successful in the high net worth market gaining a 50% share in recent years. The island of Jersey has a long-standing reputation for attracting successful companies, and the people that run them, to its beautiful shores.
Savills Jersey has given Geri the opportunity to offer clients a whole new level of personalised service.
“Face-to-face, in that all-important first meeting, I tailor my approach to match the client’s needs.” Being attuned to what clients want has a big impact on results.
Stephen began his career in property 30 years ago and joined Savills 18 years ago to head up their new Oxford residential team.
10 years later, he moved to run the well established Henley-on-Thames office.
Having grown up in the area, returning to Henley to work after an absence of more than 20 years, it felt like coming home.
Savills Ipswich 01473 234800
pogilvie@savills.com
Peter is highly experienced and specialises in the sale of exceptional coastal property along the Suffolk Heritage Coast and the county’s beautiful river valleys.
In addition to advising and selling coastal property for over 15 years, Peter has lived on the Suffolk Coast for over 35 years developing a deep understanding of varying range of coastal towns and villages from Southwold to Orford and further south to Bawdsey and along the Shotley Peninsula which is situated between the Rivers Orwell and Stour.
Savills Norwich 01603 229256
brivett@savills.com
Ben has been involved in buying and selling prime coastal property in North Norfolk since joining Savills in 2006. He utilises a network of key contacts and a deep understanding of the area having grown up on the family farm near Holt about 4 miles from the sea.
From cottages to country houses, Ben has negotiated landmark sales, both on and off the market, in a stretch spanning some 40 miles of coastline, taking in the Burnhams and Brancasters, the strategic Wells-next-the-Sea and all villages inland yet close enough to benefit from the ‘coastal premium’.
Savills Wilmslow
01625 417450 mholden@savills.com
Mark has enjoyed his estate agency career selling premium homes across Cheshire and South Manchester. With Savills during the last decade, this has extended to the popular and scenic Llyn Peninsula in North Wales and to the Isle of Man with involvement in many of the prime property sales.
With their Gulf Stream climates they are both only a couple of hours away and offer a completely different pace of life. They attract buyers mainly from the West Midlands to Lancashire although many are based much further afield.
Savills Ipswich 01473 234800
torford@savills.com
Born and bred in Suffolk, Tom has deep roots in the county and enjoys the country way of life with his family.
Tom has been with Savills since 1993 and has seen the county change dramatically in his time. The Suffolk coastal market has surged in popularity as a second home destination. It has always lagged behind the more fashionable coastal hot spot destinations but the county has certainly caught up now. The towns and villages along the coastline have retained their charm and importantly their local shops and retail outlets as well. It is worthy of its name as The Suffolk Heritage Coastline.
Savills Winchester 01962 841842
gmuddle@savills.com
Giles has been selling property across Hampshire for 14 years. Based out of Winchester he has been with Savills the last 7 years and has been involved with a significant number of transactions across the county as well as in the city of Winchester.
The location of Winchester is a fabulous source of buyers for the wider Hampshire market, from this central hub Giles is incredibly well placed to source buyers for those popular costal areas. The view over water continues to drive a premium.
BEN RIVETT
PETER OGILVIE
TOM ORFORD
GILES MUDDLE
CAMERON EWER
GERI O’BRIEN
MARK HOLDEN
Last WORD
THE VALUE OF COASTAL LIVING
AMany home buyers aspire to live by the sea, but just how much more are they prepared to pay for this luxury? Our latest research reveals that homes located within 100 metres of the coast are worth on average 10.5 per cent more than neighbouring properties located just inland, but this figure can rise to nearly 25 per cent depending on the location.
By value, the most expensive coastline in Britain is the south west of England where the average sale price of homes within 100 metres of the sea is £311,988, 16.2 per cent higher than their more inland counterparts. For those looking to buy in the well-established and traditionally prime hotspots of Sandbanks and Canford Cliffs, the price of this exclusivity rises to £1.3 million.
In the majority of coastal regions, buyers pay a clear premium for a waterside property. In the north of England, although average prices are lower than those further south, the premium can be significantly higher. Coastal homes in the north east, Yorkshire and The Humber can expect to fetch on average an additional 24.8 per cent and 21.3 per cent, respectively. By contrast in the east of England, which includes the industrial ports of Lowestoft and Felixstowe, the average value of coastal homes is £231,419, two per cent lower than those located further inland, indicating there is a slight discount to be had. However for buyers seeking to move to the prime coastal towns of Aldeburgh and Southwold, the average price of a home stands at £374,000 – well above the average for the region.
FRANCES CLACY Research Analyst - Savills Residential Research
Frances Clacy is a Research Analyst in Savills Residential Research. Frances writes research reports, provides market insights for residential agents, and contributes to the development and monitoring of Savills’ prime property indices.
