Bonsai By The Beach

Bonsai By The Beach: Kent

Just along the coast from Broadstairs and by the cliffside promenade, this home is all modern luxury by the sea. It’s a short dander to Joss Bay where you’ll find a beach café on the endless golden sands. Apart from the swimming pool in the manicured back yard, the highlight of this home has to be the atrium-style dining room sitting in front of a wall of glass. It’s a super classy spot to gather the group over a good bottle of wine amidst the lush pot plants. After dinner, there are two living rooms to choose from – the formal sitting room with an upright piano and wood-burner ensconced in a minimalist, chic fireplace, or the cosy snug with its stove mounted in the wall and striking marble coffee table. A home gym allows you to keep on top of your workout schedule if you wish and a private swimming pool in the huge back garden. It’s not often we call a bathroom our favourite spot, but the family bathroom here is filled with bonsai trees and greenery, like a Japanese zen garden, ideal for a long soak in the free-standing tub.

Home truths:
*There is driveway parking for up to three cars.
*The loft level bedroom is designed for kids with two single beds and a playroom full of toys.
*One of the guest suites is on the lower level, but guests here will still need to climb three steps to reach the living areas.
*There is a limited number of sun loungers, so you may have to take it in turns using them.
*As seen in the photos, there is no fence around the swimming pool. Please keep an eye on your little ones.