A cleared plot on Coast Road in Pevensey Bay has come to market for £450,000, offering buyers the opportunity to build a new home directly on the beachfront.
A three-bedroom detached bungalow previously occupied the land with a separate garage, but there is now no habitable dwelling in place.
Now highlighted on the Plotfinder website, the site represents a straightforward self-build proposition, buy the land, secure the necessary planning approval, and design a home that makes the most of its uninterrupted sea views.
A blank canvas
The building plot sits directly on the beachfront, with open views across the English Channel. While there is no standing structure, the fact that a bungalow previously occupied the land confirms established residential use.
Any new dwelling would require planning permission, but a replacement home of a similar scale may serve as a starting point for discussions with the local authority. Buyers could choose to pursue a comparable single-storey design or submit proposals for something different, subject to approval.
With the site already cleared, the focus would shift immediately to design, surveys and planning rather than removal works.
What building here would involve
Developing the land would mean commissioning architectural plans, undertaking ground investigations and submitting a planning application.
Coastal locations can bring additional considerations, including exposure to weather and site-specific environmental factors.
Utilities are not currently connected, so water, drainage and electricity would need to be installed as part of the construction process.
How to purchase the plot
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Because there is no structure in place, buyers would not face the cost of demolition or disposing of existing materials - expenses that can add significantly to redevelopment budgets. Nor would there be the uncertainty of uncovering structural issues mid-project.
The plot is being marketed freehold through the Plotfinder website at £450,000. As with any self-build, prospective purchasers would need to carry out legal checks, review planning history and assess the total build costs before proceeding.
For those looking to construct a home from scratch on the seafront, the site offers a straightforward starting point: cleared land, established past residential use, and the scope to submit fresh plans for a new property overlooking the water.
