Summary - MERMAID COTTAGE THE BAY ST MARGARETS BAY DOVER CT15 6DY
3 bed 2 bath Detached
Rare Art Deco seafront home with panoramic Channel views and Chelsea-award garden.
Sea-facing Art Deco reception rooms with panoramic Channel views
Direct beach access and terrace above the shore
RHS Gold Medal landscaped coastal garden and sunken terrace
Principal bedroom with balcony and en suite
Separate gym/workshop/store and generous bespoke storage
Private gated approach; off-street parking for up to five cars
No mobile signal and slow broadband — limited connectivity
Coastal setting: potential damp/erosion considerations; restrictive covenants
Mermaid Cottage is a rare seafront Art Deco home positioned between the White Cliffs and the shingle beach at St Margaret’s Bay. Recently renovated and finished to a high standard, the house offers bright, sea-facing reception rooms, a bespoke Smallbone kitchen and principal bedroom with balcony and en suite — all designed to maximise sweeping Channel views, including the French coastline. The property’s history and style give it distinctive character alongside contemporary comforts.
Outside, the garden is a standout asset: an expertly landscaped, coastal-hardy scheme by an RHS Chelsea Gold Medal winner, with decked walkways, a sunken terrace and an Art Deco wall that frames privacy and outlook. Private gated access, a courtyard, terrace above the beach and off-street parking for up to five cars add practical convenience for families and guests. A separate outbuilding houses a gym, workshop and storage.
Buyers should note a few material practicalities. Mobile signal is effectively non-existent and broadband speeds are slow — important for regular remote working. The property sits immediately by the shoreline and, while flooding risk is recorded as low, there are inherent coastal erosion and potential damp considerations typical of beachfront houses. There are also restrictive covenants affecting the enclave and council tax is described as quite expensive.
Overall, Mermaid Cottage suits someone seeking a stylish, social seaside home with immediate beach access and dramatic views. It will particularly appeal to buyers who value coastal character and high-quality gardens and who are comfortable managing the specific maintenance and service limitations of an exposed seafront location.
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