Sandbanks Road, Lilliput, Poole, Dorset, BH14

High Tides is an iconic development with architecture reflecting nautical influences perfectly in keeping with the exceptional waterside setting. The penthouse offers unrivalled harbour views, a private boat store with slipway access into the harbour, and an incredible lifestyle opportunity for those who love sailing, water sports and being in the great outdoors.

An impressive array of watercraft are available by separate negotiation including a 7.1m Sealegs Amphibious Boat. There is also options to include all furniture (if desired) for a turnkey property you can start enjoying straightaway.

Over 3,000 sq ft of accommodation over two floors makes this an enviable main residence or equally an exciting choice for those looking for a lock-up-and-leave second home as a base for action packed holidays by the sea. With a large open plan living space opening onto a substantial terrace overlooking the harbour, and four spacious ensuite double bedrooms, High Tides penthouse is also fantastic for entertaining family and friends. Dine alfresco on the balcony looking out over a beautiful harbour sunset; the designer kitchen is fully fitted with top brand appliances – perfect for showing off your culinary skills and offering every convenience for a professional private chef.

The principal bedroom suite on the upper floor also boasts a romantic balcony shaped like the prow of a ship which is a wonderful private space for relaxing and enjoying the panoramic harbour views.

The private boat store and slipway are an extravagant feature allowing you the luxury of harbour access whenever the mood takes you. A 7.1m Sealegs amphibious boat is currently in situ and available by seperate negotiation. A superb addition which means you can put to sea with ease for trips around the harbour and islands, exploring the beautiful coastline of the Isle of Purbeck or travelling further afield to visit Christchurch, the Isle of Wight and beyond. Included in the sale are: two 3m Perception Sport kayaks and two sets of windsurfing equipment with 3m Drake boards and Tushingham Express sails. Have fun discovering more ways to enjoy the water; jet skiing, kitesurfing, paddle boarding and more are so easy when you can launch into a safe stretch of Poole Harbour directly from your property.

“As a resident at High Tides you can avoid the lengthy queue for a berth in the local marinas and you won’t have to pay £10k annual berthing fees; simply drive your Sealegs straight into the Harbour from the secure boat store down our private slipway!”
(The current owner)

High Tides penthouse has the benefit of a private single garage and two allocated parking spaces within the secure gated development. Comprising of just four apartments, this exclusive block provides all owners with a Share of the Freehold and is maintained to an extremely high standard including having been externally redecorated in 2022.

If you are looking for a property that could change your life, this is it. Transform family holidays with fun out on the water, host glamorous getaways and relax with friends, reclaim your work-life-balance with a sea view from your desk and a SUP (Stand Up Paddleboard) on your lunchbreak… what are you waiting for?

Additional information:
2023 Maintenance annual charge: £4,000 (payable in two instalments in January & July)
Length of lease: 987 years
Pets allowed on license
No Holiday lets permitted
Council tax band: H

About The Location

High Tides is set on the banks of Poole Harbour with direct, private access onto the water. From the slipway you can launch boats or other craft to explore the beautiful islands and inlets in the area and access secluded beaches, charming waterside eateries and all the local coastline has to offer.

The village centre of Lilliput is conveniently close and offers a choice of mini-supermarkets, the award winning Mark Bennet bakery & café and the highly recommended TJs Fish & Chip shop as well as watersports and cycle shops and a barbers. Lilliput is also home to the Parkstone Yacht Club.

The beautiful award-winning beaches at Sandbanks are close by 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 the Tailor-Made office, is very popular and across the chain ferry is also the delightful The Pig on the Beach and Shell Bay. 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. There really is something for everyone here with the prestigious Parkstone golf course, Compton Acres botanical gardens, a choice of surf and watersports academies, National Trust sites and RSBP nature reserves all close at hand.

MILEAGES
Poole Harbour 20 metres
Lilliput Village 0.1 miles
Canford Cliffs Village 1.6 miles
Sandbanks Beach 1.0 miles
Poole Town 2.4 miles
Bournemouth Town 4.3 miles
Bournemouth Airport 10.8 miles.

(Distances are approximate)