Pine Walk, Lyme Regis, Dorset, DT7

A beautifully crafted coastal home offering exceptional privacy, uninterrupted sea views and exquisite landscaped gardens.

Description

A rare chance to secure an exceptional architect-designed contemporary coastal home, beautifully crafted and positioned to enjoy uninterrupted sea views in complete privacy. Enjoying a sense of seclusion, the property adjoins National Trust land offering hiking and dog walking opportunities, yet remains within easy walking distance (less than 0.5 miles) of local amenities.

Originally completed in 2006, the house was engineered to a remarkable standard with a rigid lightweight steel frame anchored deep into the hillside. The exterior blends larch cladding with an inverted zinc roof fitted with PV solar panels, and high specification Schüco aluminium windows contribute to both style and energy efficiency, with an EPC rating B. A significant extension in 2018 introduced the upper floor, an elegant staircase and a striking glass atrium, all designed to enhance the home’s connection with its natural surroundings. The layout has been purposefully created, offering beautifully considered spaces that perfectly suit a couple.

The entrance opens directly into an expansive open plan living and dining area. A central fireplace with a wood burning stove creates a warm focal point, while the full height sliding glass doors frame the coastline to dramatic effect. When opened, the room spills out onto a broad sun terrace that runs the length of the house, offering a wonderful spot for dining or relaxing while listening to the waves below.

The contemporary kitchen is fitted with Neolith worktops, soft close cabinetry and cleverly integrated storage. Neff appliances include an eye level oven, induction hob and ceiling mounted extractor, a Miele dishwasher, while natural stone flooring continues into a generous walk in pantry.

A thoughtfully designed library provides a quiet retreat, complete with adjustable shelving to tailor the space to either work or reading. This leads through to the winter garden; a beautifully engineered glass room intended for tender plants and peaceful enjoyment, with bespoke glazing and automated temperature, and rain sensitive opening panels.

The ground floor principal bedroom suite enjoys serene garden views through full length sliding doors and benefits from an adjoining walk in wardrobe fitted with bespoke shelving. The bathroom nearby is finished in tumbled white Italian marble and features a freestanding bath, walk-in shower and a picture window overlooking a private fern filled atrium, creating a calm and luxurious atmosphere.

The ground floor is completed by a cloakroom, next to entrance door, with large built in storage and shelving, and a customised coat room for outdoor clothing and shoes, with some above head height shelving.

Upstairs, the second bedroom captures expansive views across Lyme Bay towards Portland. Its picture windows and sliding doors open onto a large private balcony that looks out over the garden and sea. This room also has its own beautifully appointed en suite bathroom with a walk-in shower.

Outside Space and Garden:

The approach to the property is both discreet and impressive, with double electric gates opening onto a beautifully laid granite cobbled drive. Here, there is comfortable parking for two vehicles, complemented by further secure space within the single garage. The garage is fitted with an electric door and provides internal access to the house, together with practical utility fittings including Miele washing machine and dryer appliances, as well as a substantial Belfast sink.

The front entrance steps, atrium steps and main steps into garden are constructed from Portland stone, which superbly lead you to the garden, which is nothing short of remarkable. Carefully sculpted into a series of terraces, it showcased an inspired subtropical planting scheme, with a gentle, winding path guiding you through luxuriant foliage towards a number of thoughtfully placed seating areas. Each spot has been positioned to make the most of the southerly aspect and the sense of calm that defines the setting. The garden’s exceptional character has been widely recognised, earning several local awards and featuring recently on BBC Gardeners’ World (2025 Episode 15). A testament to both its beauty and the unique micro climate that enables plants rarely seen in this part of the country to flourish.

Nestled among the ferns and palms on the lower level of the garden is a wonderfully secluded studio. This charming hideaway offers an ideal retreat and also lends itself perfectly to home working. Adjacent to it, a greenhouse, from Hartley, provides excellent space to enhance the garden’s appeal, and is built on base of recycled London Brick - approx. 2.50m x 4m. The main terrace, winter garden and first floor balcony have heavy duty remote controlled sun blind.

Location

1 Pine Walk is in a superbly secluded and private position, located at the end of a private road on the edge of the centre of Lyme Regis, whilst also enjoying outstanding coastal views over Lyme Bay and along the Dorset coastline.

1 Pine Walk is just a short walk (less than 0.5 mile to Broad Street) from the centre of Lyme Regis, an historic old town famous for its quaint old buildings, sandy beach, impressive coastal scenery and especially the stunning medieval Cobb Harbour.

The town has excellent shops, restaurants, pubs as well as a theatre. Sporting facilities include sailing, bowling and sea fishing as well as an excellent cliff top golf course. The popular market town of Bridport (approximately 10 miles) and county town of Dorchester (approximately 25 miles) are within easy driving distance.

Communications are good with a railway station at Axminster (London Waterloo two hours 40 minutes) or by road via the A303 for London. Exeter airport is approximately 25 miles.

Square Footage: 2,541 sq ft



Directions

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The property is located at the end of the private road of Pine Walk. Pine Walk can be accessed from Pound Street, via the far end of Holmbush Car Park.

Additional Info

Viewings to be booked strictly through Savills

SERVICES:
Mains gas, electricity, water and drainage. Underfloor heating throughout the ground floor. Fibre Broadband. Alarm system throughout.
PV cells - total module area 33.7m2 with peak power output 4.212 kwph.
Underground rainwater harvesting system for the garden.

AGENTS NOTE:
There was an historical landslip in the garden, which has been reinstated and reinforced. A certificate of structural adequacy was issued, which can be made available on request. The work was covered by Aviva Insurance, who have kept the insurance cover unchanged.