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6 bedroom detached house

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Detached house
6 bed
3 bath
EPC rating: E*
3,239 sq ft / 301 sq m

Key information

Tenure: Freehold
Service charge: £0 per annum
Council tax: Band G
Broadband: Super-fast 50Mbps *
Mobile signal: 
EE O2 Three Vodafone
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Heating: Ask agent
Electricity: Ask agent
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Property description & features

  • Tenure: Freehold
  • Fantastic elevated position with lovely sea views over Alum Chine beaches
  • Quiet cul de sac location
  • Over 3,750 sq ft of accommodation
  • Character features throughout
  • Beautiful principal bedroom with balcony
  • Lovely rear garden overlooking the sea
  • Private gated driveway
  • No forward chain
Built in the 1930s this imposing house in a clifftop position overlooking the beach at Alum Chine has so much potential. Offering over 3,750 sq ft of accommodation with plenty of lovely character features it's a wonderful opportunity to create a magical seaside home.

This charming 1930s beachfront villa is situated at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac and enjoys an elevated position affording beautiful views over Alum Chine beach and the sea below.

There is a generous gated block paved driveway offering secure parking for several vehicles and, with so much character, the property has plenty of kerb appeal with attractive beams, interesting architecture and manicured planting framing the approach to the home.

An oversized front door opens into a spacious entrance hall and on to a lovely curved reception space overlooking the garden and showcasing the sea views. Attractive beams and an original staircase highlight the history of the property.

The ground floor is currently arranged with a formal dining room, reception hall and a living room with feature fireplace across the rear, each offering lovely views and French door access over the garden with the sea beyond. To the front there is a kitchen/breakfast room and a home office. There is also an integral garage.

On the first floor there are five bedrooms, one with an ensuite shower room, and a family bathroom. The principal bedroom suite is on the second floor includes a dressing room, ensuite and a romantic balcony overlooking the sea.

Throughout there are opportunities to update and amend the internal layout to create a spacious and comfortable modern home, whilst preserving all the character and charm that make this house so special.

With a good sized private garden including lawns, mature planting and patio areas overlooking the sea, and the beach at your doorstep, it's a wonderful place to embrace a relaxing coastal lifestyle.

About The Location

Occupying a superb position situated in the heart of Alum Chine, just a short walk from the Blue Flag award winning sandy beaches.

Alum Chine beach is one of the more popular sections of beach along Bournemouth & Poole's world famous stretch of coastline. Within three quarters of a mile in the other direction is the popular village of Westbourne with its trendy bars, cafes and boutiques. Set approximately midway between the town centres of Poole and Bournemouth the property is ideally located to take full advantage of the areas renowned shopping and leisure facilities such as the blue flag beaches of Branksome Chine and the more famous Sandbanks peninsula road. Communications are good and both Poole and Bournemouth enjoy main line railway stations with services to Southampton and London.

2 Miles along the coastline, the internationally acknowledged, Sandbanks boasts 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 a short walk 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, next to Tailor Made’s office, is very popular and across the chain ferry is also the delightful The Pig On the Beach and Shell Bay fish restaurant. The area’s favourite Chinese restaurant, the renowned Ocean Palace, is located inside Harbour Heights Hotel.

Sandbanks is also the home to the Royal Motor Yacht Club and Sandbanks Yacht Club.

Places of interest

    Open seven days a week, we are an independent family owned business selling a range of properties from £250,000 apartments through to £9 million luxury homes. We have unrivalled insight, knowledge and experience of the properties in the Sandbanks, Canford Cliffs, Branksome Park, Evening Hill, Lilliput, Lower Parkstone, Whitecliff and Alum Chine areas. As well as second homes, we also offer family homes, affordable apartments and luxury super homes! With over 50 years of experience selling in and around the Sandbanks area, Tailor Made has become known for its friendly and professional manner in helping all clients with their property aspirations regardless of budget. If you are looking to purchase in this area, you will find a warm and welcoming greeting from the Tailor Made staff. Sandbanks has fantastic links with the rest of the country. It is located within a two hour drive or train ride from London and is the perfect retreat for those who want to escape the pressure of city life. Bournemouth International Airport which has both national and international links is also only a 20 minute drive away. Whether buying or selling, our aim is to ensure that the whole process is as smooth, speedy and painless as possible. Please feel free to contact us for a free no-obligation valuation. 

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