Charlmead, East Wittering, Chichester, West Sussex, PO20

Occupying a prime beachfront position with uninterrupted views towards the Isle of Wight, this contemporary and magnificent two-storey detached home offers an exceptional coastal setting.

Spring Tide is an exceptional detached home, completely rebuilt by the current owners in 2012. Set directly on the beachfront, it enjoys magnificent sea views, with the Spinnaker Tower and the Isle of Wight visible on clear days.

Equally suited as a luxurious weekend retreat or a substantial principal family residence, the house has been thoughtfully designed to maximise space and natural light, with superb south-facing aspects and sea views from all the main rooms. Presented in true “turn-key” condition, this is a rare opportunity to acquire a standout beachfront home.

The accommodation is both extensive and highly versatile, with bedrooms arranged across the ground and first floors.

The impressive reception hall sets the tone on arrival and leads through to a vast kitchen/family room fitted with a comprehensive range of units. From here, floor-to-ceiling sliding doors open onto the rear garden, providing a wonderful outlook and seamless indoor-outdoor living. The ground floor also offers a useful study, utility room, a double bedroom and a family bathroom with a walk-in shower.

Upstairs, the impressive vaulted sitting room enjoys elevated sea views through floor-to-ceiling glazing and opens onto a glass-fronted balcony overlooking the beach. The principal bedroom is also located on this floor, benefiting from sea views and an en suite bathroom with a stylish freestanding bath, separate shower and cloakroom.

Two further bedrooms complete the accommodation: a twin room and a cabin bedroom with a double bed below and a single bunk above. A further family bathroom serves the first floor.

Outside, the property features a large decked terrace with plenty of space for dining and seating, and steps leading directly down to the beach. A second, covered terrace provides a more sheltered outdoor area that can be used throughout the year.

To the front, a large private driveway offers excellent off-road parking for multiple vehicles and provides access to a detached, double-length garage, ideal for storage of beach equipment, bikes and water sports gear, as well as secure parking.

Location

Positioned on this highly sought-after road, Spring Tide is ideally placed within easy reach of the many amenities in East Wittering, a popular coastal village known for its relaxed lifestyle, vibrant community and excellent day-to-day facilities. The village offers a wide variety of independent shops, supermarkets, cafés and restaurants, making it a wonderfully convenient base for both full-time living and weekends by the sea.

Close by, West Wittering is renowned for its Blue Flag beach and outstanding coastal scenery, together with a further selection of individually run shops, public houses, a garden centre, beach café and restaurant. Both villages are served by well-regarded primary schools. For sailing enthusiasts, excellent facilities can be found at West Wittering and Itchenor, along with Birdham Pool Marina and Chichester Marina nearby.

The historic cathedral city of Chichester provides a comprehensive range of shopping facilities and an excellent choice of social and recreational activities, all easily accessed via the mainly level pedestrian areas of this beautifully preserved city. Cultural highlights include the Pallant House Gallery and the renowned Festival Theatre. The area also offers a strong selection of schooling in both the state and independent sectors. Chichester’s mainline station provides regular services to London Victoria in around 1 hour 40 minutes (via Gatwick Airport), while Havant to the west offers a faster service to London Waterloo in approximately 1 hour 20 minutes.

Activities

The area offers a superb range of events and sporting pursuits, including the Goodwood Festival of Speed and Goodwood Revival, horseracing at Goodwood and Fontwell, polo at Cowdray Park, and golf at nearby Goodwood. Further attractions include the Weald and Downland Open Air Museum, West Dean Gardens, Fishbourne Roman Palace, Tangmere Military Aviation Museum, Goodwood House, Stansted Park and Petworth House.