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

South Quay Plaza, 183 – 189 Marsh Wall, London E14 9SH
Development, 551 sqft

Wharfe Lane, Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire RG9
House, 3318 sqft

10 Park Drive, Canary Wharf, E14
Flat, 899 sqft

Mill Lane, Shiplake, Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire RG9
House, 2018 sqft

Pages Wharf, Mill Lane, Taplow, Buckinghamshire SL6
House, 1376 sqft

Carberry Avenue, Exmouth, Devon, EX8
House, 2099 sqft

Kinlochard, Stirling, Stirlingshire FK8
House, 3.2 acres

Queens Cross, Western Gateway, London E16 1AZ
Flat, 1142 sqft

Queens Cross, Western Gateway, London E16 1AZ
Flat, 545 sqft

Queens Cross, Western Gateway, London E16 1AZ
Flat, 553 sqft

Clappins Lane, North Dean, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire HP14
House, 10 acres

Blyths Wharf, Narrow Street, London, E14
House, 2213 sqft

Kinlochard, Stirling, Stirlingshire FK8
House, 0.33 acres

Frampton Mansell, Stroud, Gloucestershire GL6
House, 11.78 acres

Glencruitten, Oban, Argyll and Bute PA34
Farm/Estate, 650.17 acres

The Boathouses, Mill Lane, Taplow, SL6.
House, 2508 sqft


Swindon Road, Malmesbury, Wiltshire SN16
House, 22.84 acres

Huntington, Kington, Herefordshire HR5
House, 1.08 acres

Lulworth Cove, Wareham, BH20
House, 0.57 acres

Barossa Place, Bristol, BS1.
House, 1355 sqft

Monkhide, Herefordshire, HR8.
House, 1.93 acres

Advie, Grantown-on-Spey, Morayshire, PH26
House, 16 acres

Windermere, Cumbria, LA23.
House, 25 acres
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.

Wharfe Lane, Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire RG9
House, 3318 sqft

Jedburgh, Scottish Borders TD8
House, 34.3 acres

Pages Wharf, Mill Lane, Taplow, Buckinghamshire SL6
House, 1376 sqft

Queens Cross, Western Gateway, London E16 1AZ
Flat, 1142 sqft

Queens Cross, Western Gateway, London E16 1AZ
Flat, 545 sqft

Queens Cross, Western Gateway, London E16 1AZ
Flat, 553 sqft

Blyths Wharf, Narrow Street, London, E14
House, 2213 sqft

Hungershall Park, Tunbridge Wells, Kent TN4
House, 1.29 acres

Sandringham House, Earls Way, London, SE1
Apartment, 974 sqft

Waterside Point, 2 Anhalt Road, London SW11
Flat, 1147 sqft

Northmoor Road, Dulverton, Somerset, TA22
House, 15.72 acres

Montreal Road, Sevenoaks, Kent TN13
House, 0.31 acres

Swindon Road, Malmesbury, Wiltshire SN16
House, 22.84 acres

Huntington, Kington, Herefordshire HR5
House, 1.08 acres

Clevedon Road, Twickenham TW1
Flat, 2572 sqft

Newington, Wallingford, Oxfordshire OX10.
House, 9.66 acres

Trafalgar Court, Wapping Wall, London, E1W
Flat, 483 sqft

Hamm Court, Weybridge, Surrey, KT13
House, 1995 sqft

Lochmaben, Lockerbie, Dumfries and Galloway DG11
House, 19.84 acres

Advie, Grantown-on-Spey, Morayshire, PH26
House, 16 acres

Lockerley Road, Dunbridge, Romsey, Hampshire SO51
House, 13 acres

Hurlingham Waterfront, 1-3 Carnwath Road, London, SW6 2TZ
Flat, 648 sqft

Hurlingham Waterfront, 1-3 Carnwath Road, London, SW6 2TZ
Flat, 689 sqft

Hurlingham Waterfront, 1-3 Carnwath Road, London, SW6 2TZ
Flat, 856 sqft
Browse the latest riverside apartments for sale
Benefit from modern, low-maintenance living in prime riverside locations.

Sandringham House, Earls Way, London, SE1
Apartment, 974 sqft

Hurlingham Waterfront, 1-3 Carnwath Road, London, SW6 2TZ
Flat, 1845 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

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

Tattingstone, Ipswich, Suffolk IP9
Farm/Estate, 73.88 acres

Frampton Mansell, Stroud, Gloucestershire GL6
House, 11.78 acres

Glencruitten, Oban, Argyll and Bute PA34
Farm/Estate, 650.17 acres

Bank Lane, Roehampton, London, SW15
House, 4882 sqft

Pheasants Hill, Hambleden, Henley-on-Thames, Buckinghamshire RG9
House, 0.5 acres

Gilkes Crescent, Dulwich Village, London, SE21
House, 2560 sqft

Swindon Road, Malmesbury, Wiltshire SN16
House, 22.84 acres

Shrewsbury Road, Shrewsbury, Shropshire SY4
House, 6331 sqft

Advie, Grantown-on-Spey, Morayshire, PH26
House, 16 acres

Highmoor, Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire RG9
House, 2 acres

Windermere, Cumbria, LA23.
House, 25 acres

Windermere, Cumbria, LA23
Estate, 25 acres

Fields Road, Chedworth, Cheltenham GL54
House, 1.45 acres

Shipbourne, Tonbridge, Kent TN11
House, 8.1 acres

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

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
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.

Frampton Mansell, Stroud, Gloucestershire GL6
House, 11.78 acres

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
Waterside homes can offer exceptional views, privacy and lifestyle appeal, but they also require careful consideration of flood risk, maintenance obligations, access rights and environmental regulations. Detailed due diligence is particularly important.
Each type of property presents different challenges. Coastal homes may face exposure to weather and erosion, riverside properties can involve flood and bank-management considerations, while lakeside ownership may include responsibilities relating to water management and access.
Buyers should review flood-risk assessments, historical flooding records, insurance availability and any existing flood mitigation measures. Understanding future resilience can be just as important as assessing past events.
Direct frontage is often one of the most valuable and desirable characteristics of a waterside property. The premium varies considerably depending on location, privacy, views and the nature of the water access.
Not always. Rights may be included, leased, shared or owned separately. It is important to confirm exactly what rights are attached to the property and whether any restrictions apply.