Ultra-Modern Stilt Home in West Sussex Lists for £500,000 Amid Flood Risk Concerns
A unique two-bedroom property designed to rise above potential floodwaters is attracting significant interest from potential buyers.
A striking £500,000 modern home, elevated on stilts to contend with potential flood risks, is drawing considerable attention from prospective buyers in Osprey Quay, West Sussex.
The two-bedroom property features an open-plan kitchen, a deckhouse, and a balcony offering panoramic sea views. The master bedroom also includes a private balcony. The exterior is characterized by white paneling set against steel grey support beams, with entry gained through a concealed staircase at the base.
Built near the River Ems, which flows into the English Channel, the home's elevated design addresses flood risk. Official summaries indicate a high risk of flooding for low-lying coastal and riverside areas between 2036 and 2069, even with existing flood defenses.
Gascoigne-Pees estate agents, handling the sale, describe the property as a "delightful two-bedroom deckhouse" offering "stunning sea views and a wonderfully peaceful setting." The interior is designed to maximize natural light and the surrounding vistas through large windows.
The property includes parking and access to a communal garden. Its location provides proximity to Emsworth's harbor, shops, and restaurants, as well as coastal walks and cultural attractions like Chichester's Festival Theatre and Portsmouth's Historic Dockyard.
Despite its unique features, the home's unconventional design has drawn some critical commentary online, with some comparing it to a "Portakabin on stilts" or a "detached shipping container."
