• Elevated position within 1/4 mile walk of the beach +
• Magnificent views over Lyme Bay and the coast +
• Former ‘Coastguard Cottage’ dating from the 1940s +
• Generous gardens to the front and rear +
• Car port with stunning viewing platform above +
• Entrance hallway and stair hall +
• Large sitting/dining room with bay window +
• Kitchen, rear hall with boiler cupboard and wet room +
• Five first floor bedrooms +
• Bathroom and cloakroom +

THE PROPERTY.
Sea Shires comprises a well-proportioned semi-detached residence which is located in a spectacular coastal location on the outskirts of the quintessential fishing village of Beer. It sits in an elevated position gaining outstanding panoramic sea and coastal views which can be enjoyed from both the house and gardens, as well as the spectacular raised terrace which makes the very most of its incredible position. The property is conveniently located within a short walk of the village and has direct access to the South West Coastal Path and some picturesque walks over this dramatic stretch of World Heritage coastline.

The property itself was built in the 1940s and forms part of an attractive row of Coastguard Cottages which sit in a prominent positioning scanning Lyme Bay. It has been in the current family’s ownership since the 1970s has been used as a much loved bolt hole on the coast.

Sea Shires is of traditional construction with rendered elevations under a tiled roof and was significantly enlarged about 20 years ago by adding a two-storey extension, as well as the addition of the superb raised terrace with car port beneath. The accommodation is found in very good order and is particularly light with all the principal rooms taking full advantage of the breath-taking outlook.

GARDENS & GROUNDS.
The property is approached from Common Hill over a driveway which rises to a parking area and the open car port. To the rear of this, steps rise to the stunning terrace which has exceptional views, composite decking and a glass balustrade. At the front of the house is a good sized lawned garden, whilst to the rear is a large area of lawn which is surrounded by mature hedging. At the top of the garden there is a small seating area with sea views and several apple trees.

SITUATION.
Beer is a typical example of an unspoilt Devon fishing village and has a variety of shopping and recreational amenities such as restaurants, public houses, post office, galleries, primary school and sailing club. Glorious country and coastal walks emanate from the doorstep over a myriad of footpaths which include the South West Peninsular Coastal Path from which there are stunning views over this dramatic stretch of coastline. The Regency town of Sidmouth lies some 8 miles to the west and is one of East Devon's premier coastal resorts with beautiful parks and an excellent variety of independent shops, along with a cinema, theatre and range of sporting facilities. The market town of Axminster is about 9 miles away and has a main line rail link to London Waterloo, and the Cathedral City of Exeter is approx. 23 miles distant with excellent shopping facilities, express rail link to London Paddington, international airport and M5 access.