If you love the British seaside, but aren’t usually a fan of British seaside style, this is the home that could make you change your mind….

Set just moments from one of the most glorious beaches on the south coast, in the heart of the West Wittering Estate, Beachcomber is an achingly cool, contemporary, pared-back haven in which to spend your seaside break. Open the front door, and arrive in a huge open plan living space, complete with polished concrete floor and vast windows, which mean it is flooded with natural light from both front and rear. The minimal, chic kitchen is tucked around the corner from the main living space, but still sociably linked. The large reclaimed-wood dining table offers the perfect spot to gather over supper after a busy day at the beach.

Ground Floor

Open plan living, dining & kitchen space

Kitchen fully equipped with nespresso machine, dishwasher. Breakfast table that seats 8. Dining table with space for 8.

Underfloor heating.

First Floor

Master bedroom: Complete with luxurious bath in the room, and Superking bed Ensuite that features a walk-in shower. Views to the garden.

Bedroom Two: Twin bedroom

Bedroom Three: Double bedroom with views over the garden

Bedroom Four: Single bed

Family Bathroom: Bath with shower over.

Beachcomber sits in a quiet spot in the picturesque village of West Wittering, on the western coast of the Manhood Peninsula in a protected area of Outstanding Natural Beauty The sand dunes of West Wittering beach are only a 5-10 minute pretty walk away. The house is about 15 minutes south of Chichester – which is also where you’ll find the nearest train station (about 1 ½ hours from London Victoria).

Chichester itself has lots on offer for visitors, and along the coast you have easy access to Arundel, and along to Brighton, while inland the South Downs National Park beckons! With glorious walking, cycling, riding, and numerous small villages and towns to visit, most with delightful country pubs.
The Goodwood Estate is about a 20 minute drive, and offers diverse events through the season from motor racing to horse racing. They also boast an aerodrome, golf course, and health club with spa, as well as numerous restaurants.

The beach café at West Wittering has recently been entirely rebuilt, and is now a modern, light bright space with wonderful views – great for breakfast if you’re an early riser, or lunch, when they offer traditional fish and chips, burgers, and lighter bites. There is a takeaway available, too. There is a pub in the village, the Old House at Home that offers great fish and chips, and the local café, The Landing, makes great basic lunches. Don’t miss some of the other wonderful sea and harbour side eating and drinking options in the area, either. The Boat House at nearby Chichester Harbour offers relaxed drinking and dining, with a view of the all the harbourside comings and goings. The Crown & Anchor at Dell Quay is a locals favourite, with a huge waterside terrace, and Billy’s on the Beach, just along the coast at Bracklesham enjoys a laid-back, surf vibe. East Wittering is a short walk along the beach, and has great cafes and restaurants, too.

In West Wittering itself, the Lamb Inn is a great local with a pretty beer garden (complete with play area), that prides itself on using local ingredients on the menu. The Old House at Home, only slightly further inland at Chidham, has another wonderful garden and a range of ales from independent local breweries.

Chichester has a great range of independent restaurants and coffee shops, as well as all of the bigger chains. For fine dining head to Farmer, Butcher, Chef on the Goodwood Estate, serving produce from their own Home Farm, or to the Parson’s Table, in Arundel, where more locally sourced ingredients feature in classic, seasonal cooking in an understated but very stylish environment.