Set in 11½ acres on the edge of Dover’s white cliffs, The Cliff House enjoys long views of the Channel from almost every room. The impressive property is currently for sale via Knight Frank at a guide price of £4.25 million.
The 4,821sq ft interiors feature a vast, triple-aspect sitting room, a large drawing room and a family room on the ground floor, plus five bedrooms upstairs, including the magnificent master suite, which comes with its own sitting room, dressing room and access to a panoramic balcony.
Additional accommodation is available in an annexe and two other buildings, one of which is currently let out.
The lawns outside the main house, sheltered by woodland, are ideal for outdoor entertaining. Also on the grounds are a swimming pool and a Grade II-listed lighthouse (not in use).
The Cliff House is currently for sale via Knight Frank at a guide price of £4.25 million — see more pictures, or enquire with the agent for further details.
St Margaret's Bay: What you need to know
Location: St Margaret's Bay is a coastal village, spread over rural Kent farmland. The closest rail stations are located in Martin Mill and Dover Priory, offering Southeastern services. Dover is located just over 5 miles away, and the Eurotunnel at Folkstone is 15 miles.
Atmosphere: Hailed as the hidden gem of White Cliffs County, the village is well equipped with amenities, thanks to its year-round visitors.
Things to do: There are countless activities and attractions to keep everyone entertained. Visit England's closet pub to France – The Coastguard, and the many tearooms and cafe's in the area. Explore the breathtaking coastline either on foot or by bike, or venture further inland to the Kent Downs. The area is also a haven for bird watching, and keen swimmers (and spectators alike) can watch those brave enough to cross the Chanel, leave from the starting point at St Margaret's Bay beach.
Schools: Portal House School, St Margaret's-at-Cliffe Primary School and Duke of York's Royal Military School all received either 'good' or 'outstanding' ratings in ofsted reviews. There are numerous options for secondary, too, including Dover College, Astor College and Dover Grammar School for Girls.
See more property for sale in the area.
Credit: Strutt and Parker
Best country houses for sale this week
An irresistible West Country cottage and a magnificent Cumbrian country house make our pick of the finest country houses for
-
25 design books that will transform your ideas, as recommended by Britain's best designers and designersGiles Kime spoke to some of the best designers and gardeners to get their recommendations on the books that constantly prove a source of inspiration in their work.
-
Sophia Money-Coutts: Is there even any point in setting an out of office, these days?Setting an out of office email only to reply anyway is a vicious cycle, writes our columnist.
-
A one-of-a-kind waterfront estate with two private beaches is for sale on the same storied American island that Jackie Kennedy, the Obamas and Princess Diana have all visitedBeach Farm on Martha’s Vineyard — a favourite summertime holiday destination with prominent American families — is a perfect melding of New England and Scandinavian design styles.
-
The architect who created the MI6 building only designed a tiny handful of houses — and one of them is now up for sale in one of London's most bucolic spotsSir Terry Farrell designed the beautiful, light-filled, T-shaped Drum House in Petersham, with gardens laid out by John Sallis Chandler, who has won multiple RHS Chelsea Flower Show gold medals.
-
'True waterfront homes are finite... miss one and it could be years before you see another like it again': Why the best waterfront property always hits the spotThere’s no denying the appeal of waterfront property, which now sells for some 51% more than its inland equivalent, finds Knight Frank. Annabel Dixon explores the shore.
-
19 charming homes for sale, from picture-perfect cottages to beachside retreats, as seen in Country LifeThis week's selection of some of the best homes to come to the market via Country Life this week.
-
Tim Burton is selling the house he shared with Helena Bonham-Carter, a sublime home on the Thames that comes with three private islandsMill House in Sutton Courtenay, Oxfordshire, might just be the perfect English country home.
-
A spectacular tower for sale that's a blend of Victorian folly, architectural marvel and 21st century family homeHadlow Tower has space, and a back story of love, jealousy and intrigue.
-
A spectacular, light-filled home on the Isle of Wight where you can see the water from practically every windowPenny Churchill takes a look at the grand and impressive Fishbourne Quay House.
-
The former stables — and recording studio for the Pet Shop Boys — transformed with a magical blend of city and country aesthetic, now seeking a new ownerIn the heart of Clerkenwell, what was once a Victorian industrial unit is now a beautiful home.
