Coastal homes for sale near the Isle of Wight
From beachfront modernist design on the Isle of Wight to a historic estate in Beaulieu, these homes are waterfront living at its finest
On Saturday 7th June, more than 1,700 boats and around 16,000 sailors are anticipated to set off on the 50.1-nautical-mile Round the Island Race around the Isle of Wight. Itโs one of the worldโs largest yacht races and the UKโs fourth-biggest mass-participation sporting event, after the London Marathon and the Great North and South Runs.
Itโs no wonder competitors flock here: the regionโs spectacular coastline and year-round natural beauty offer unrivalled sailing conditions. With its active lifestyle, welcoming communities and stunning waterfront properties, the area is as appealing for a weekend retreat as it is for a permanent home. Here, we showcase a selection of exceptional houses in the area, from some of which you might just catch a glimpse of the boats sailing past.
5 bedroom house for sale in Ryde, Isle of Wight. Guide price £3,980,000
This modern home on the Isle of Wight, with direct access to the beach, is a design loverโs dream. As a Huf Haus it benefits from the German companyโs forward-thinking approach to sustainability, as well as its signature design with swathes of glass that bathe the interiors in natural light. Seamlessly bringing the outside in, it makes the most of the property's 5.5 acres that takes in landscaped grounds, woodlands, an outdoor heated swimming pool and plenty of areas for entertaining. Throughout it is finished to an incredibly high standard, including a kitchen by stilart-moebel and fitted with Miele appliances. With the option to include stylish furniture and fittings from designers including Poliform, Porta Romana and Indian Ocean, this home is ready for a new owner to immediately enjoy.
5 bedroom house for sale in Lymington, Hampshire. Guide price £2,000,000
Wake up in this charming coastal home to beautiful views over the Lymington River and toward the Isle of Wight from the principal bedroomโs private balcony. Its elevated, hilltop position not only delivers panoramic vistas but also places you within walking distance of Lymington Pier railway station and the townโs many delights, from the picturesque high street to its thriving sailing community. The property spans 3,500 sq ft of living space which, combined with expansive grounds, creates a versatile and welcoming family home.
8 bedroom house for sale in Beaulieu, Hampshire. Guide price £12,500,000
The aptly named House on the Shore occupies a dramatic, private beachfront site in the New Forest village of Beaulieu and tells a story at every turn. Built around 1914 in the Arts & Crafts style by Lord John Montagu of Beaulieu, it has remained in the same family for 70 years. During that time it was thoughtfully modernised while preserving its original character, including grand fireplaces, exposed beams, and oak flooring, alongside unexpected delights such as a restored 1950s kitchen. Outdoors, a period swimming pool, also dating from the 1950s, and a pool house sit alongside a floodlit tennis court and other amenities for all-season enjoyment.
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