The Vistas, Pevensey Bay, East Sussex

Built in the 1930s, this rare and thoughtfully renovated three-bedroom detached home lies on the expansive shingled beach of Pevensey Bay, East Sussex. A glorious sun room attached to the main living space looks out to the English Channel beyond, while a curved bay window in the principal bedroom shares the same spectacular view. The popular seaside towns of Eastbourne, St Leonards-on-Sea and Hastings are all within easy driving distance.



The Tour



Entry to the home is either via Coast Road or the beach itself. On the street side, the house is set back from the road, its white clapboard and brick facade having been recently repainted. Steps lead up to the front door.



Entry is via a bright and spacious porch. Inside, an entrance hall lined with bleached floorboards leads through to an open-plan kitchen and living space with mesmerising views of the sea. Original 1930s doors are peppered throughout the house, washed in a coastally appropriate eggshell blue tone. In the kitchen, a pale turquoise tiled splashback complements neat stone-coloured cabinetry. Appliances include an integrated dishwasher, fridge-freezer, oven and induction hob.



A sunroom adjoining the sitting area has sliding doors onto the garden and the beach directly beyond. The principal bedroom lies adjacent; its curved exterior wall is lined with glazing to frame panoramic views of the coastline. There is an additional double bedroom, as well as a smaller room which could serve as a peaceful study or additional bedroom. A neat shower room completes the plan, while the washing machine sits comfortably in the porch with additional space for a dryer and storage.



The home is fitted with solar panels.



Outdoor Space



At the rear of the house, a private paved terrace bordered by tamarisk hedging leads to a shingled sitting area where the ever-changing seascape can be enjoyed to the fullest. Sunrises and sunsets offer calming backdrops to the daily goings on across the beach, its residents and active birdlife. The house’s boundaries extend down to the average high-tide line.



The tiered front garden has a brick raised bed and is home to two fig trees, a fragrant rosemary bush, and other thriving shrubbery. An extremely useful detached garage at the front of the house, an automated roller door and space for two cars or a small boat. The large structure is also handy storage for paddleboards, kayaks and the like. There is also off-street parking for two cars.



The Area



Pevensey Bay is a peaceful seaside village approximately a 15-minute drive from Eastbourne. The vast expanse of the shingle beach affords opportunity for all kinds of seaside pursuits, including fishing, swimming, kayaking and boating directly from the house. An active community within Pevensey Bay has seen dedication to both swimming and sailing clubs, among others. The excellent Sovereign Harbour Marina is just a six-minute drive away for those interested in keeping a larger boat. The marina also hosts a number of restaurants and cafes.



Eastbourne itself has an ever-growing array of places to eat and drink. The wonderful Light restaurant on the top floor of the celebrated Towner gallery is a local favourite. Others include Skylark café and Cru wine bar. The Towner exhibitions are brilliant, attracting visitors from all over. Eastbourne has three theatres with diverse programming. Contemporary plays, comedy and world musicians are in plenty.



The medieval Pevensey Castle is a few minutes’ drive from the house, and makes an excellent weekend excursion. The wonderful Herstmonceux Castle is only slightly further afield, with over 600 acres of woodland, wildflower meadows and gardens. The spectacular South Downs National Park is just moments away, providing near-endless walking, cycling and running routes, including the Seven Sisters trail. Pevensey Levels wetlands are internationally regarded as a crucial habitat for many unusual birds and plants.



The popular seaside towns of St Leonards-on-Sea and Hastings are both within a 40-minute drive; the latter is home to the Hastings Contemporary gallery, the recipient of several architectural awards.



There are plenty of excellent schooling options in the local area, including Pevensey & Westham Primary, Eastbourne College and St Andrews Prep School.



Normans Bay rail station is a four-minute drive away, and runs services to London Victoria in around an hour and 50 minutes. Pevensey Bay and Pevensey and Westham stations are also close by and offer direct services to Eastbourne, Brighton, Lewes and beyond.



Council Tax Band: D