The World's My Oyster Southampton, Hampshire

On sunny mornings, enjoy direct access to the outdoors and sit out on the balcony with a cup of coffee and soak up elevated waterfront views. Or, make yourself comfortable at the kitchen’s breakfast bar – with its alloy seats crafted from designs for New York's Hudson Hotel by Philippe Starck – while enjoying a cup of tea (courtesy of the boiling water tap).

Upstairs, you'll find the sitting room a lovely space to relax, with large floor-to-ceiling windows that allow you to watch the activity out on the river. Alternatively, select from hundreds of books lining thirty metres of shelving and take a seat in the Eames armchair, or fire up the sixty-five-inch TV and surround sound for an immersive movie experience.

The four bedrooms are soothing and dazzle with carefully designed features – from the master bedroom’s Philippe Starck ghost chair, Royal Auping bed and Moël chair designed by Inga Sempé to the third bedroom’s view of the Hamble Harbourmaster’s office and eye-catching artworks throughout. Each is equipped with its own en-suite, while the fourth, a children's room, has a bathroom next door.

All are furnished with high thread count cotton sheets and a selection of pillows to allow for total flexibility and comfort. The crowning glory is the rooftop terrace, which provides breathtaking Hamble views, all-day sunshine and a Weber gas barbecue for alfresco feasts. While you could spend all day and night enjoying your beautiful home, venture outside and you’ll find a stunning array of nature and activities to enjoy.

The home is directly opposite the pedestrian ferry that will take you across the river to Warsash, while Hamble High Street – with its great selection of restaurants, pubs and a fantastic deli – is a two-minute walk away. You’re also perfectly positioned between two sailing clubs – the Royal Southern Yacht Club and the Hamble River Sailing Club – offering exceptional sailing programmes and events year round.