Waterside properties for sale
Experience the charm and tranquillity of life by the water.
From riverside cottages with access to fishing to coastal retreats with sweeping sea views, waterside living offers a peaceful way of living surrounded by natural beauty.
There is something special about living by the water, from hearing the gentle lapping of waves against the shore, to seeing the sun reflected off the lake in the morning, or the calming flow of a river downstream. No matter your lifestyle or budget, there is a waterside setting to suit you, whether it's a house on Cornwall's rugged coastline or a cottage on the Norfolk Broads.
Cornwall, Devon and Dorset have plenty of beautiful harbourside and beach towns if you're looking for a property on the coast. For freshwater living, the Lake District and the Cotswolds have tranquil lakes surrounded by picturesque villages. Riverside living doesn't get much better than along the River Thames, with properties in Henley, Marlow and Richmond making the most of riverside serenity, but with easy access to London. Or if you're looking to cast a line just steps from your door, the river Wye, Test or Tweed offers that, making afternoons spent fly fishing a reality.
Waterside living often encourages a slower, more mindful pace of life, an active and outdoor lifestyle and a deeper connection to nature. Waterside properties are some of the most sought-after homes in the UK. Our unparalleled local knowledge and connections to off-market opportunities will ensure you find a home that perfectly suits your needs.
Browse the latest waterside properties for sale

River Bank, Thames Ditton, Surrey KT7.
House, 2980 sqft

Langton Herring, Dorset, DT3
Farm/Estate, 555 acres

Great Oakley Hall Estate, Essex, CO12
Farm/Estate, 1080 acres

Instow, Bideford, Devon EX39
House, 4036 sqft

Bere Ferrers, Yelverton, Devon, PL20
House, 3.46 acres

Waterside, Christchurch, Dorset, BH23
House, 0.86 acres

Thames Street, Sunbury-on-Thames, Surrey, TW16
House, 3604 sqft

Salcombe, Devon TQ8
House, 1900 sqft

River Road, Taplow, Maidenhead, Buckinghamshire SL6
House, 0.9 acres

Stour Provost, Gillingham, SP8
House, 4.11 acres

St. Veep, Lostwithiel, Cornwall, PL22
House, 46.45 acres

The Lookout, Canty Bay, North Berwick, East Lothian EH39
House, 805 sqft

Goff Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire OX2
House, 2103 sqft

Weston on Avon, Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire, CV37
House, 2 acres

Stokes Hall, Crouch Valley, Essex, CM3
House, 43 acres

Froghole Lane, Crockham Hill, Westerham, Sevenoaks, Kent, TN8
House, 2.15 acres

Hatfield, Leominster, Herefordshire HR6
House, 9.19 acres

Port Appin, Appin, Oban, Argyll and Bute PA38
House, 0.35 acres

Cladich, Dalmally, Argyll and Bute PA33
House, 4.04 acres

Ford Abbey, Pudleston, Herefordshire., HR6
House, 24.11 acres

Trenant Point, Looe, Cornwall PL13
House, 2293 sqft

Newfound Reach, Coln Waters, Lechlade, Gloucestershire GL7
House, 1.95 acres

Bayards Cove, Dartmouth, Devon, TQ6
House, 3419 sqft

Pages Wharf, Mill Lane, Taplow, Buckinghamshire SL6
House, 1376 sqft
Browse the latest riverside houses for sale
Discover riverside properties for sale and enjoy having nature on your doorstep, with opportunities for boating and fishing.

River Bank, Thames Ditton, Surrey KT7.
House, 2980 sqft

Great Oakley Hall Estate, Essex, CO12
Farm/Estate, 1080 acres

Quarrywood Road, Marlow, Berkshire SL7
House, 1813 sqft


High Street, Penshurst, Tonbridge, TN11
House, 1.48 acres

Letton, Hereford, Herefordshire HR3
House, 53 acres

Nova Building, 3 Newton Place, London E14
Flat, 1120 sqft

Thames Street, Sunbury-on-Thames, Surrey, TW16
House, 3604 sqft

South Town, Dartmouth, Devon, TQ6
House, 1733 sqft

Beacon Road, Kingswear, Dartmouth, Devon, TQ6
House, 0.44 acres

Stothert Avenue, Bath, Somerset BA2
House, 1727 sqft

Hungershall Park, Tunbridge Wells, Kent TN4
House, 0.94 acres

Ranelagh Gardens, London SW6
Flat, 1748 sqft

Molesey Park Road, East Molesey, Surrey KT8
Flat, 1498 sqft

Goff Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire OX2
House, 2103 sqft

Breer Street, Fulham, London SW6
House, 1365 sqft

Stokes Hall, Crouch Valley, Essex, CM3
House, 43 acres

Pier Head, Wapping High Street, London, E1W
House, 3701 sqft

Froghole Lane, Crockham Hill, Westerham, Sevenoaks, Kent, TN8
House, 2.15 acres

Hurlingham Waterfront, 1-3 Carnwath Road, London, SW6 2TZ
Flat, 1647 sqft

Wildernesse Avenue, Sevenoaks, Kent TN15.
House, 3.95 acres

Melcombe Bingham, Dorchester, DT2
House, 370.57 acres

Cumberland Mills Square, London, E14
Flat, 1640 sqft

Little Barrington, Near Burford, OX18
House, 1.86 acres
Browse the latest riverside apartments for sale
Benefit from modern, low-maintenance living in prime riverside locations.

Hurlingham Waterfront, 1-3 Carnwath Road, London, SW6 2TZ
Flat, 1647 sqft

Riverwalk, Millbank, Westminster, London, SW1P
Apartment, 1841 sqft

Capital Wharf, Wapping High Street, London, E1W
Penthouse, 2167 sqft

Ivory House, St Katharine Docks, London, E1W
Apartment, 1100 sqft

One Tower Bridge, London, SE1
Apartment, 974 sqft

Galleons View, Stewart Street, London, E14
Apartment, 732 sqft

Riverwalk, 161 Millbank, London, SW1P
Apartment, 1187 sqft

Apartment 12, 6 Camden Drive, B1 3LS
Apartment, 724 sqft

Wapping High Street, London, E1W
Penthouse, 1327 sqft

Phoenix Wharf, Narrow Street, London, E14
Apartment, 1354 sqft

Ivory House, St Katharine Docks, London E1W
Warehouse Conversion, 2099 sqft

Ratcliffe Wharf, Narrow Street, London, E14
Penthouse, 3010 sqft

River View Heights, Bermondsey Wall West, London, SE16
Penthouse, 2600 sqft

Casson Square, London, SE1
Apartment, 1241 sqft
Browse the latest lakeside houses for sale
Discover lakeside houses for sale and enjoy a slower pace of life by boating, swimming and relaxing by the water.

Dallington, East Sussex TN21
House, 13.46 acres

Dallington, East Sussex, TN21
House, 13.46 acres

Langton Herring, Dorset, DT3
Farm/Estate, 555 acres

High Beech, Loughton, Essex IG10
House, 28.12 acres

Heath Lane, Crondall, Farnham, Hampshire GU10
House, 8.2 acres

Roborough, Winkleigh, Devon, EX19
House, 249.25 acres

Bishops Frome, Worcester WR6
House, 4.02 acres

Bolivia Mount, Dhoor, Ramsey, IM7 4ED, Isle of Man
House, 42.3 acres

Letton, Hereford, Herefordshire HR3
House, 53 acres

Pottens Mill Lane, Broad Oak, Heathfield, East Sussex TN21
Castle, 10.18 acres

Swaffham Prior, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire CB25
House, 27.36 acres

Great Rollright, Nr Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire., OX7
House, 43.77 acres

Burghfield Common, Berkshire RG7
House, 146.33 acres

Holmesdale Road, South Darenth, Near Sevenoaks, Kent DA4
House, 4804 sqft

East Coker, Yeovil, Somerset BA22
House, 10.37 acres

Reading Street, Tenterden, Kent TN30
House, 3.6 acres

Wotton Underwood, Buckinghamshire, HP18
House, 75.69 acres

Melcombe Bingham, Dorchester, DT2
House, 370.57 acres

Milton Lilbourne, Wiltshire, SN9.
House, 2.46 acres

Aylton, Ledbury, Herefordshire, HR8
House, 4.81 acres

Fritwell, Oxfordshire, OX27
House, 13 acres

Newfound Reach, Coln Waters, Lechlade, Gloucestershire GL7
House, 1.95 acres

Nethercote, Rugby, Warwickshire, CV23
House, 24 acres

Lechlade, Gloucestershire, GL7
House, 20.57 acres
Browse the latest mill houses for sale
Live in a home rich in history, defined by original features, craftsmanship, and industrial origins, reimagined for contemporary living.

Bakers Road, Wroughton, Swindon, Wiltshire SN4
House, 1.18 acres

Mill Lane, Ramsbury, Marlborough, Wiltshire, SN8
House, 1.6 acres

Enton, Godalming, Surrey, GU8
House, 4.72 acres

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Frequently asked questions
A waterfront property is one where the land or home directly touches a natural or artificial body of water, such as an ocean, lake, river, or canal, with unobstructed and direct access to the water.
There are different types of waterfront property, including oceanfront, lakefront, riverfront and canalfront. If your property has just a view of the water and there are publicly owned land, roads, or properties between your property and the water, it’s not considered a true waterfront property.
Waterfront properties add an average of 48-51% more value across the UK than similar inland properties, but this is influenced by the type of water and the property’s location. If your property has a private beach, jetty, or mooring, this can further increase its value, and estuary properties command the highest premium, followed by lakeside or lochside properties and coastal homes.
Waterfront properties are generally considered strong investments. Many buyers are willing to pay a premium for properties with direct waterfront access, and this type of real estate often holds its value well and can appreciate faster than similar inland property. There is a limited number of waterfront properties, despite high demand, which supports long-term value. Waterfront properties also have higher rental income and higher occupancy rates than traditional rentals.
However, key risks to consider include higher maintenance and insurance costs due to exposure to moisture, salt, and severe weather. There are also potential environmental and regulatory challenges, such as flooding and rising water levels, zoning restrictions, and local environmental protection laws, which may limit development, renovation, or expansion.
If you are planning to invest in a waterfront property, take the time to consider your short and long-term goals. Contact our waterfront and riverside team, who can provide tailored expertise on investing in the right waterfront property.
Waterfront properties are more expensive due to their limited supply, plus high demand for properties with direct water access. Ownership costs can be greater for these types of properties due to higher insurance and maintenance expenses, which are reflected in the sale price. Waterfront properties also often have steady appreciation rates and strong resale values, making them highly investable and leading to higher purchase prices.