Detached House for sale with 4 bedrooms, Banks Road, Sandbanks

Situated on the middle of the isthmus of the world-famous Sandbanks Peninsula, renowned as one of the most exclusive beachfront locations anywhere in the UK. This beachside residence, has come to the market for the first time in almost 30 years, enjoying dual aspect panoramic views facing Poole Harbour to one side, and the award winning sandy Sandbanks Beach on the other.

51 Banks Road, or 'Pugwash' as it was affectionately christened by the late owner, is a chalet bungalow style detached beachside home with a wealth of charming features and additions reflecting the unique and charismatic man who made it his home.   

The home has a surprisingly wide frontage to Banks Road including a driveway in front of the integral garage and landscaped front garden planted with palms and tropical shrubs. The front door hints at what lies beyond, painted pink with a porthole window.

On entering a 'submarine style' door gives access into the garage which hides a secret cinema room behind the garage space. A staircase decorated with submarine frescos leads up to the first floor.

The kitchen lies to the front of the property with French Doors onto a balcony enjoying fantastic harbour views. The bespoke wooden kitchen is inspired by boat galley kitchens and offers plenty of storage.

Across the hall is a very spacious reception room with windows overlooking the harbour. A further reception room behind the kitchen has large, glazed doors onto the rear deck, a wonderful space with direct beach access and breath-taking views over the sea. In its time this deck was host to many fantastic parties and included a sunken jacuzzi, ladder access to an upper deck area and plenty of space for outdoor furniture.

A sunroom is a lovely addition enabling you to enjoy the stunning views whatever the weather and also has a log burning stove. From the main hall, a large bedroom with picture windows framing beach views and a large ensuite bathroom and a w/c complete the first-floor accommodation.

Upstairs there are three further bedrooms with vaulted ceilings and exposed beams, a family bathroom, and a dormer extension with dual aspect views of the harbour and sea provides an office space.   

This unique beachside home is in need of refurbishment, and has potential to extend to further benefit from the unique aspect, position and incredible views (subject to planning consents).

Internationally acknowledged, Sandbanks boasts the largest natural harbour in Europe (the second largest natural harbour in the world) with miles of golden sand and sheltered waters. It is perfect for either learning the latest water sport or simply lazing on the beach in the sun.

The beautiful award winning sandy beaches are only three steps away while the open sea offers some of the best sailing and coastline right on your doorstep.

The Sandbanks Chain Ferry crosses the short stretch of water across to the Purbecks, giving access to Shell Bay, Swanage and the rest of the magnificent Jurassic coastline and stunning Purbeck countryside.

For eating out, the wonderful Rick Stein's restaurant is very popular and across the chain ferry is also the delightful The Pig On the Beach and Shell Bay fish restaurant. The Italian Amalfi restaurant, is located inside Sandbanks Hotel. Sandbanks is also the home to the Royal Motor Yacht Club and Sandbanks Yacht Club.