Tucked along Hong Kong’s eastern shoreline, Sai Kung and Clear Water Bay offer a rare blend of simplicity, community, and coastal beauty. Known for their open skies, turquoise waters, and relaxed pace, these districts draw families and professionals looking for a more natural rhythm without losing touch with the city. With plenty of winding hillside roads and seaside cafés, life here feels unhurried. It’s a quiet reminder that Hong Kong can still surprise you.
Known for
- Expansive ocean views and pristine sandy beaches
- Thriving local dining and seafood scene
- Access to hiking trails and country parks
- Calm pace
- Easy road access to Kowloon and Hong Kong Island

Property Advice

Sai Kung & Clear Water Bay offer one of Hong Kong’s most distinctive residential lifestyles, shaped by the land and sea around them.
Homes range from modern villas perched on gentle slopes overlooking the South China Sea to charming village houses surrounded by tropical greenery. Many properties come with private gardens, rooftop terraces, and generous layouts that capture the morning light — a luxury few districts can offer.
For buyers seeking peace without distance, this area strikes a rare balance. Families are drawn to the privacy, outdoor space, and proximity to international schools, while professionals appreciate the sense of escape that remains within easy reach of the city. The architecture is varied yet cohesive, from low-rise townhouses in small gated communities to detached homes with panoramic sea views.
Investment here is as much emotional as it is financial. Properties in Sai Kung and Clear Water Bay hold long-term appeal thanks to limited supply, enduring natural beauty, and strong community roots. Buyers come for the scenery but stay for the lifestyle — one that favours slower mornings, open windows, and weekends that feel like holidays.
For buyers seeking peace without distance, this area strikes a rare balance. Families are drawn to the privacy, outdoor space, and proximity to international schools, while professionals appreciate the sense of escape that remains within easy reach of the city. The architecture is varied yet cohesive, from low-rise townhouses in small gated communities to detached homes with panoramic sea views.
Investment here is as much emotional as it is financial. Properties in Sai Kung and Clear Water Bay hold long-term appeal thanks to limited supply, enduring natural beauty, and strong community roots. Buyers come for the scenery but stay for the lifestyle — one that favours slower mornings, open windows, and weekends that feel like holidays.
Things to Do

From beach to boardwalk, there’s always plenty to explore in Sai Kung & Clear Water Bay.
Weekends here are made for the outdoors. Along Sai Kung’s bustling promenade, seafood restaurants spill onto the pier, and markets come alive with the day’s catch. For those drawn to the sea, the coastline becomes a playground. Hire a junk or speedboat from Sai Kung Pier and explore nearby islands like Sharp Island or Kau Sai Chau. Swim in sheltered coves or kayak through hidden inlets where the water turns glass-clear. White sand beaches such as Tai Long Sai Wan and Ham Tin Bay are a short boat ride away — remote enough to feel like another world, yet still unmistakably Hong Kong.
If you prefer higher ground, the surrounding country parks contain some great trails. Hike the iconic MacLehose Trail from Sai Wan Pavilion to witness some of the territory’s most spectacular coastal scenery, or take the gentler routes around Clear Water Bay Country Park for sweeping views of the peninsula. In the evenings, locals gather for sunset drinks at St. Barts, stroll along the marina as the fishing boats return, or linger in the open-air restaurants that line the waterfront.
If you prefer higher ground, the surrounding country parks contain some great trails. Hike the iconic MacLehose Trail from Sai Wan Pavilion to witness some of the territory’s most spectacular coastal scenery, or take the gentler routes around Clear Water Bay Country Park for sweeping views of the peninsula. In the evenings, locals gather for sunset drinks at St. Barts, stroll along the marina as the fishing boats return, or linger in the open-air restaurants that line the waterfront.
Travel & Connections

Well-connected, but comfortably distant from the city’s constant hustle and bustle.
Though it feels a world apart, Sai Kung and Clear Water Bay remain accessible from every direction. A private car or taxi from Central takes about forty minutes, or slightly less from Kowloon East. For public transport, minibuses and green taxis run frequently between Sai Kung Town, Hang Hau MTR Station and surrounding neighbourhoods. From Hang Hau, a twenty-five-minute train ride reaches the heart of Central.
Those living near Clear Water Bay can access the city via Clear Water Bay Road, connecting directly to Tseung Kwan O Tunnel. While weekends can bring traffic as day-trippers head east, residents enjoy a pace and sense of space that makes every journey feel worth it.
Those living near Clear Water Bay can access the city via Clear Water Bay Road, connecting directly to Tseung Kwan O Tunnel. While weekends can bring traffic as day-trippers head east, residents enjoy a pace and sense of space that makes every journey feel worth it.
Amenities

Sai Kung & Clear Water Bay are as much a place to live as they are to explore. It’s an area full of cafés, markets, and excellent dining options.
Unlike the major urban districts, the shopping landscape here prioritises local flavour and daily necessity over large-scale malls. The core of retail activity is centred in Sai Kung Town Centre and the historic Sai Kung Old Town Market. These areas offer a vibrant blend of fresh seafood markets, local boutiques, specialty grocers, and community services. For residents, this means access to high-quality, fresh produce and a slower, more engaging shopping experience.
exceptional access to premier private clubs, including the prestigious Hebe Haven Yacht Club. These exclusive institutions elevate the residential experience, seamlessly turning the stunning coastline into an extension of high-end home life and social engagement.
exceptional access to premier private clubs, including the prestigious Hebe Haven Yacht Club. These exclusive institutions elevate the residential experience, seamlessly turning the stunning coastline into an extension of high-end home life and social engagement.
Perks
Sai Kung and Clear Water Bay offer the rare luxury of feeling unhurried. Enjoy a slower way of living that never loses its appeal.
Unmatched access to nature, positioning the region as the "backyard of Hong Kong." Residents enjoy immediate proximity to stunning country parks, hiking trails, and beautiful beaches, making outdoor activity an effortless part of daily life.
Highly desirable coastline grants exclusive waterside leisure, with easy access to private institutions like the Hebe Haven Yacht Club. For families, the presence of top-tier international schools adds significant value. In essence, living here provides a balanced, low-density, and aspirational lifestyle defined by natural beauty and understated luxury.
Highly desirable coastline grants exclusive waterside leisure, with easy access to private institutions like the Hebe Haven Yacht Club. For families, the presence of top-tier international schools adds significant value. In essence, living here provides a balanced, low-density, and aspirational lifestyle defined by natural beauty and understated luxury.
Places of Interest
Schools
ESF Clearwater Bay School
Lot 235, DD229, Clearwater Bay Road, Clearwater Bay
2358 3221
Hong Kong Academy
33 Wai Man Road, Sai Kung
2655 1118
Nord Anglia International Pre-School (Sai Kung)
285 Hong Kin Road, Tui Min Hoi, Sai Kung
3958 1488
Parks
Sai Kung East Country Park
Clear Water Bay Country Park
Sai Wan Pavilion
Sharp Peak Hiking Trail
Culture
Sai Kung Waterfront Promenade
Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club Shelter Cove
168 Che Keng Tuk Rd, Shelter Cove, Sai Kung
Hebe Haven Yacht Club
10.5 Hiram's Highway, Pak Sha Wan, Sai Kung
2719 9682







