Why Summer Is the Season to Sell in South Devon At The Coastal House, we always look forward to summer. The light lingers, the harbours fill with sails, and Dartmouth,


Kingswear and the wider South Hams show themselves off at their absolute best. It’s no coincidence that this is also one of the strongest times of year to bring a home to market.


Let the light do the talking


Long, bright days transform how a property photographs and how it feels to walk around. Sun pouring through open windows, gardens in full leaf, and doors thrown open onto a terrace or a river view all help buyers picture the lifestyle as much as the bricks and mortar. If your home has been listed since the spring, it may well be worth refreshing the photography now, our own bespoke marketing packages include daylight and twilight shoots designed to capture exactly this kind of seasonal appeal.


Dress it for the season Small styling choices go a long way in summer: lighter linens, fresh flowers by the entrance, gleaming windows, and a


garden that feels genuinely lived in rather than simply tidy. For coastal homes in particular, leaning into that “holiday at home” feeling, open doors, breezy fabrics, a table set outside, can make a lasting impression on visiting buyers.


A busy season for families and second homes


Summer traditionally brings a surge of family buyers, keen to view together while the children are off school and to complete a move before the new academic year begins. Here in South Devon, we also see a steady stream of holidaymakers and second-home buyers who fall for the area on their travels and start looking seriously at a permanent or part-time move.


Combined, this seasonal demand often supports strong offers, particularly for homes with generous gardens or outdoor space.


Thinking ahead to an autumn move


Many of our clients aim to complete in early autumn, a settled window between the summer holidays and Christmas, and comfortably timed for a smooth handover before winter sets in.


Whether you’re already on the market or weighing up the right moment to list, our team would love to talk you through what summer selling could look like for your home. Get in touch on 01803 835788 or email team@thecoastalhouse.co.uk.


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