Sizewell Gap, Sizewell, Leiston

Forming part of a purpose-built 19th-century Coastguard Station, this terrace of cottages at Sizewell Gap stand as part of a remarkable chapter in Suffolk’s maritime heritage. Built as part of a national network of Coastguard housing designed to deter smuggling and provide naval reserves, the cottages—complete with their distinctive timber-clad elevations and slate roofs—were later absorbed into the Ogilvie Estate of Sizewell Hall in the mid-19th century. Now long in private hands, they offer a rare opportunity to own a piece of Suffolk’s coastal history in a beachfront setting.

Description - Accessed via a private roadway shared with neighbouring cottages, the property occupies an elevated position above the dunes, with all principal rooms enjoying commanding views across the shingle beach and North Sea. A flint-walled front garden opens directly onto the dunes, creating an exceptional connection between home and coastline.

Inside, the accommodation—benefiting from oil-fired central heating and double glazing—has been carefully maintained and tastefully presented. To the rear, an entrance lobby and utility area lead into a well-appointed bathroom and a modern fitted kitchen with ample storage and work surfaces. The two reception rooms include a light-filled dining/living room with a wood-burning stove and a separate sitting room leading to a small conservatory and front entrance lobby, both offering superb sea views.
Upstairs, there are two generously proportioned double bedrooms, each enjoying panoramic views over the sea and coastline.

Across the private roadway, a five-bar gate opens onto a driveway with ample parking, flanked by lawns and a timber garden shed. The substantial detached double garage includes power, lighting, water supply, and oil-fired central heating, with an internal staircase to a loft storage room above. Attached is a centrally heated office/studio, double-glazed and ideal for home working or creative use. Behind this, a further enclosed garden features a paved patio and lawned area, perfect for outdoor entertaining.

To the north of the main cottages lies an additional parcel of land, presently laid to lawn with raised timber-edged vegetable beds, a selection of fruit trees, and a timber store. This area offers scope for multiple uses—such as extended garden space, further parking, or storage—subject to any necessary consents.

Beautifully presented and steeped in coastal character, Two Coastguard Cottages represent a rare opportunity for beachfront living on the Suffolk coast, combining historic charm with practical modern amenities, outstanding sea views, and superb outbuildings for flexible use.

Tenure - Freehold

Outgoings - Council Tax Band A

Services - Mains electricity, water and drainage (TBC)
Separate Oil fired central heating for house and garage/office building.
Income generating PV solar array & battery storage

Agents Note - Prospective purchaser should be aware that there are various infrastructure projects proposed for the East Suffolk Coastal area including a new nuclear power station at Sizewell.

Viewing Arrangements - Please contact Flick & Son, Ashford House, High Street, Saxmundham, IP17 1AB for an appointment to view. Email: Tel: Ref: /RDB.

Fixtures And Fittings - No fixtures, fittings, furnishings or effects save those that are specifically mentioned in these particulars are included in the sale and any item not so noted is expressly excluded. It should not be assumed that any contents, furnishings or furniture shown in the photographs (if any) are included in the sale. These particulars do not constitute any part of any offer or contract. They are issued in good faith but do not constitute representations of fact and should be independently checked by or on behalf of prospective purchasers or tenants and are furnished on the express understanding that neither the agents nor the vendor are or will become liable in respect of their contents. The vendor does not hereby make or give nor do Messrs Flick & Son nor does any Director or employee of Messrs Flick & Son have any authority to make or give any representation or warranty whatsoever, as regards the property or otherwise.