Detached house for sale in Banks Road, Sandbanks, Poole, Dorset BH13

Storm is a Sandbanks landmark and we are delighted to bring to market a rarely available 4 bedroom townhouse in the development. Set between the harbour and the beach this property enjoys beautiful water views from every floor and represents an unrivalled coastal lifestyle opportunity.

Storm is one of the most recognisable developments on Sandbanks, a showpiece build dating to 1993 it has a generosity rarely seen today with a large forecourt setting the property well back from the road and affording space for useful garaging, parking and an in-and-out drive.

The building itself takes advantage of the unique position between the harbour and the sea putting incredible coastal views centre stage. On the first floor there are two reception rooms, both with large balconies. Beachside you can enjoy the morning sun and a panoramic sea view, and on the harbourside relax and entertain as the sun sets over the harbour waters and the twinkling lights of Sandbanks provide a sparkling backdrop to your evening.

On the second floor two beautifully presented bedrooms with well-appointed ensuite bathrooms mirror the aspects of the first floor and, again, benefit from large balconies. The principal suite faces the ocean and there is no better way to start the day than a sunrise over the beach with Old Harry Rocks on the horizon.

The third floor offers two further potential bedrooms with a shared family bathroom. The circular windows are classic Sandbanks and give a lovely seaside feel to the spaces. An ideal place for a home office, gym or additional snug lounge overlooking the water.

The ground floor is welcoming and has a beachy feel with a large and convenient utility room and an open plan kitchen/dining space with sliding doors out onto a private courtyard garden. The kitchen is modern and fully fitted with branded appliances. There is a lovely connection with the outside space and the private patio continues onto well-kept communal lawns and a further patio terrace right up to the beach. A secure gate opens onto the dunes and the beach and sea beyond are just steps away.

The house further benefits from a substantial double garage and allocated parking space.<br /><br />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 property has direct access onto the beautiful award-winning sandy beaches 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 Isle of Purbecks, giving access to the renowned bathing waters of Shell Bay and the prestigious area of outstanding natural beauty that is Studland. Further afield, the towns of Swanage, Wareham and Lulworth Cove and the magnificent Jurassic coastline are all accessible.

For eating out, the famous Rick Stein’s is located on the Sandbanks Peninsula with a waterfront restaurant next to our office, The Tandy offers fun bistro dining, Lazy Jacks at the Royal Motor offers quality casual dining, and the exciting coastal lifestyle brand Rockwater are following up their hugely successful Branksome Beach bar/restaurant with a new establishment on Sandbanks Beach due to open in 2024. Across the chain ferry to you’ll also find the delightful Pig On the Beach gastro pub and Shell Bay fish restaurant.

Sandbanks is also home to the Royal Motor Yacht Club and Sandbanks Yacht Club, with a plethora of marina’s in Poole Harbour, giving access to a fantastic selection of moorings for boat users.