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£550,0003 bedroom apartment for sale
The Esplanade, Sidmouth
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3 beds
2 baths
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EPC rating: E
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Features and description
A stunning top floor apartment forming part of one of Sidmouth's most notable buildings, situated at the heart of the esplanade and with uninterrupted, south facing sea views.
SUMMARY
Understood to have been built in the 1700's and widely believed to be the first house built facing the seafront, Beach House is a striking Grade II* Listed building, the exterior of which was altered in the first half of the 1800's into the Regency style that we see today. The apartment occupies the entirety of the top floor and features three, pointed arch, stain glass windows, all looking due south out to sea. The interior has been sympathetically modernised over the years, retaining period features, in particular an exposed timber framework in the kitchen
SUMMARY (CONT..)
Today the property has modern comforts such a gas central heating and modern kitchen and bathroom fittings. The apartment is accessed at the rear via a secure entrance to stairs rising to the first floor. A front door then gives access to a further flight of stairs leading to the kitchen/dining room. The kitchen is fitted with a range of modern units to include a built-in oven, grill and electric hob and with space for a fridge/freezer and dishwasher. A utility room off has space and plumbing for a washing machine and tumble dryer and a cupboard housing the gas boiler. A long inner hallway leads to a spacious second bedroom with rear facing window and en suite shower room. The main bathroom is also off the hallway. A broad staircase rises to the upper level of the apartment where the sitting room, main bedroom and third bedroom, all have breathtaking sea views.
SUMMARY (CONT...)
The sitting room and main bedroom are of a particularly good size and the third bedroom is a comfortable single room. Returning to the hallway, a door gives access to a former and unused staircase, where planning permission has been obtained to partially floor the area to create storage. Subject to any necessary planning consent there is also potential to create an en suite to the main bedroom.
OUTSIDE
There are no gardens to worry about or maintain and parking permits for nearby car parks are available from East Devon District Council. Alternatively, we understand spaces can be rented in both the Mill Street and Bedford Lawn car parks.
LOCATION
Beach House occupies a prominent position at the heart of the Regency esplanade and as such, all town centre amenities are close at hand. Sidmouth is an unspoilt town on The Jurassic Coast, benefitting from a wide range of independent shops, High Street chains, cafes and restaurants. The town centre is busy all year round, has regular bus services to the surrounding area and amenities to include a cinema, theatre, modern doctors surgery, Waitrose, Lidl, award winning public gardens and sports clubs to include an eighteen hole golf course.
TENURE
We are advised that the property is Leasehold, held on a term of 999 years with annual Ground Rent of £10. The property can be both long let and holiday let and we understand that pets are also permitted. The Freeholder owns the ground floor flat.
MAINTENANCE
Maintenance is organised and paid for when necessary.
OUTGOINGS
Council Tax Band - The vendors currently pay Business Rates.
BROADBAND & MOBILE
Standard and Superfast Broadband is available in the area with estimated download speeds of up to 80 mbps. Good outdoor and variable indoor mobile coverage is predicted from EE, O2, Vodafone and Three. Information supplied by Ofcom - February 2026.
SERVICES
Mains gas, electricity, water and drainage are connected.
AVAILABILITY
Please note that completion of a purchase will need to take place after 3 October 2026 unless sold to a party who will honour current holiday bookings.
EPC: N/A
POSSESSION
Vacant possession on completion.
REF: DHS02444
VIEWING
Strictly by appointment with the agents.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
If you request a viewing of a property, we the Agent will require certain pieces of personal information from you in order to provide a professional service to both you and our clients. The personal information you provide may be shared with our client, but will not be passed to third parties without your consent. The Agent has not tested any apparatus, equipment, appliance, fixtures, fittings or services and so cannot verify that they are in working order, or fit for the purpose. A Buyer is advised to obtain verification from their solicitor and/or surveyor. References to the tenure/outgoings/charges of a property are based on information supplied by the seller - the Agent has not had sight of the title documents. A Buyer is advised to obtain verification from their solicitor. Items shown in photographs/floor plans are not included unless specifically mentioned within the sale particulars. They may be available by separate negotiation. Buyers must check the availability of any property and make an appointment to view before embarking on a journey to view a property.
Council Tax Band: Exempt - Paying Business Rates
Tenure: Leasehold
SUMMARY
Understood to have been built in the 1700's and widely believed to be the first house built facing the seafront, Beach House is a striking Grade II* Listed building, the exterior of which was altered in the first half of the 1800's into the Regency style that we see today. The apartment occupies the entirety of the top floor and features three, pointed arch, stain glass windows, all looking due south out to sea. The interior has been sympathetically modernised over the years, retaining period features, in particular an exposed timber framework in the kitchen
SUMMARY (CONT..)
Today the property has modern comforts such a gas central heating and modern kitchen and bathroom fittings. The apartment is accessed at the rear via a secure entrance to stairs rising to the first floor. A front door then gives access to a further flight of stairs leading to the kitchen/dining room. The kitchen is fitted with a range of modern units to include a built-in oven, grill and electric hob and with space for a fridge/freezer and dishwasher. A utility room off has space and plumbing for a washing machine and tumble dryer and a cupboard housing the gas boiler. A long inner hallway leads to a spacious second bedroom with rear facing window and en suite shower room. The main bathroom is also off the hallway. A broad staircase rises to the upper level of the apartment where the sitting room, main bedroom and third bedroom, all have breathtaking sea views.
SUMMARY (CONT...)
The sitting room and main bedroom are of a particularly good size and the third bedroom is a comfortable single room. Returning to the hallway, a door gives access to a former and unused staircase, where planning permission has been obtained to partially floor the area to create storage. Subject to any necessary planning consent there is also potential to create an en suite to the main bedroom.
OUTSIDE
There are no gardens to worry about or maintain and parking permits for nearby car parks are available from East Devon District Council. Alternatively, we understand spaces can be rented in both the Mill Street and Bedford Lawn car parks.
LOCATION
Beach House occupies a prominent position at the heart of the Regency esplanade and as such, all town centre amenities are close at hand. Sidmouth is an unspoilt town on The Jurassic Coast, benefitting from a wide range of independent shops, High Street chains, cafes and restaurants. The town centre is busy all year round, has regular bus services to the surrounding area and amenities to include a cinema, theatre, modern doctors surgery, Waitrose, Lidl, award winning public gardens and sports clubs to include an eighteen hole golf course.
TENURE
We are advised that the property is Leasehold, held on a term of 999 years with annual Ground Rent of £10. The property can be both long let and holiday let and we understand that pets are also permitted. The Freeholder owns the ground floor flat.
MAINTENANCE
Maintenance is organised and paid for when necessary.
OUTGOINGS
Council Tax Band - The vendors currently pay Business Rates.
BROADBAND & MOBILE
Standard and Superfast Broadband is available in the area with estimated download speeds of up to 80 mbps. Good outdoor and variable indoor mobile coverage is predicted from EE, O2, Vodafone and Three. Information supplied by Ofcom - February 2026.
SERVICES
Mains gas, electricity, water and drainage are connected.
AVAILABILITY
Please note that completion of a purchase will need to take place after 3 October 2026 unless sold to a party who will honour current holiday bookings.
EPC: N/A
POSSESSION
Vacant possession on completion.
REF: DHS02444
VIEWING
Strictly by appointment with the agents.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
If you request a viewing of a property, we the Agent will require certain pieces of personal information from you in order to provide a professional service to both you and our clients. The personal information you provide may be shared with our client, but will not be passed to third parties without your consent. The Agent has not tested any apparatus, equipment, appliance, fixtures, fittings or services and so cannot verify that they are in working order, or fit for the purpose. A Buyer is advised to obtain verification from their solicitor and/or surveyor. References to the tenure/outgoings/charges of a property are based on information supplied by the seller - the Agent has not had sight of the title documents. A Buyer is advised to obtain verification from their solicitor. Items shown in photographs/floor plans are not included unless specifically mentioned within the sale particulars. They may be available by separate negotiation. Buyers must check the availability of any property and make an appointment to view before embarking on a journey to view a property.
Council Tax Band: Exempt - Paying Business Rates
Tenure: Leasehold
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About this agent
We offer an extensive and comprehensive range of property services in Sidmouth and the surrounding area. We are also Sidmouth's longest established Estate Agents - Potbury's Estate Agents was established in the late 1890s. Over the years we have built up a reputation for providing a high level of professionalism and expertise, together with traditional values, excellent service and common courtesy. We are able to offer a wide range of property services which include property sales and lettings of both residential and commercial properties. We have extensive experience in residential property management, as well as valuations and appraisals that are carried out for all manner of purposes.