A unique home designed to defy floods along the Essex coast is looking for new owners.
Seal Point in Maylandsea is a one-of-a-kind property ‘floating’ 15 feet above the ground.
Listed at £1,750,000 with Weavers Estate Agents, this four-bedroom home is located on 3.5 acres of land with stunning views surrounding it.
The unique and innovative design by Richard Coutts of Baca Architects, an award-winning practice which specialises in climate-resilient properties, takes the proximity to the water into account without putting any part of it into jeopardy.
The two-storey building is surrounded by a bund wall designed to keep the water out, acting as a first line of defence against floods.
A gated driveway leads to the home with large open gardens and a couple of ponds on the property.
At 3,600 sq ft, the home includes a utility room and double garage on the ground floor, while the main living quarters are located upstairs.
An open-plan kitchen/dining room and living area with high-sloping ceilings generate a generous feeling of space.
A more formal dining area with a relaxed seating area is the perfect place to get together with family and friends.
The home was designed and positioned at an angle to make the most of the amazing views from all rooms, offering a 260-degree view around the house.
All four bedrooms, as well as the kitchen and living room, have access to the wrap-around terrace with a glass balcony, making sure homeowners do not miss any part of the view over the Blackwater Estuary.
Three of the four double bedrooms are equipped with ensuite shower rooms, while the fourth bedroom can be used as an office or nursery.
A lift from the ground floor to the first floor, next to the feature staircase, makes it easy to take heavy shopping bags from the car to the kitchen, without having to worry about their weight.
Adding to the forward-thinking design and execution of the home, the roof tiles are solar slates with electricity-generating photovoltaics.
An air-source heat pump supplies hot water and heating for the underfloor heating.
Anyone interested in arranging a viewing can contact Weavers Estate Agents on 01702 411146.
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