
Lawrence Drive, Canford Cliffs, Poole, Dorset, BH13

- PROPERTY TYPE
Detached
- BEDROOMS
5
- BATHROOMS
3
- SIZE
2,930 sq ft
272 sq m
- TENUREDescribes how you own a property. There are different types of tenure - freehold, leasehold, and commonhold.Read more about tenure in our glossary page.
Freehold
Key features
- Prime Canford Cliffs location with full planning permission granted
- Approved plans: APP/24/00288/F for contemporary luxury residence
- Generous 0.15-hectare level garden ideal for landscaping
- Quiet, private plot with excellent natural light orientation
- Proposed design blends elegance, space, and clean modern lines
- Existing house spans over 2,900 sq ft, three floors
- Current layout includes five bedrooms and four reception rooms
- Second floor bedroom perfect for guests or teenager’s suite
- Kindly note CGIs are indicative of the approved planning permission – the property is being sold as seen
Description
Located in the heart of the prestigious Canford Cliffs, this exciting redevelopment opportunity comes with full planning permission in place APP/24/00288/F to create a stunning contemporary residence which takes full advantage of the generous plot, peaceful surroundings and fantastic location.
The proposed design maximises the site’s potential, blending luxury, functionality, and clean architectural lines – a perfect match for the area's exclusive feel.
The plot itself is a key highlight, with 0.15 hectares of level garden offering superb potential for landscaping and outdoor living. The site is well-proportioned, private, and ideally orientated to allow natural light to flood in.
The existing building is a substantial detached home offering over 2,900 sq ft of accommodation, arranged over three floors. With an existing layout of five bedrooms, four reception rooms, and three bathrooms, it presents an excellent foundation for either modernisation or a complete Grand Design transformation.
The current layout has a ground floor featuring two spacious dining rooms, a separate study, a large kitchen/breakfast room, utility room, and a guest cloakroom. Upstairs, four double bedrooms (two with en-suites), a family bathroom, and ample built-in storage provide versatile space for family living. A further large bedroom occupies the second floor, making it ideal for a teenager’s suite or guest accommodation.
Canford Cliffs is renowned for its tree-lined avenues, proximity to award-winning beaches, and easy access to both Sandbanks and the vibrant amenities of Westbourne and Bournemouth. Whether for a luxury self-build project, a traditional home to renovate or a development opportunity, this is a rare opportunity in one of the South Coast’s most desirable postcodes.
Nestled midway between Bournemouth and Poole you will find the enchanting coastal village of Canford Cliffs which boasts an array of restaurants and local shops including a brand name supermarket, bakery, deli, Post Office, dry cleaners, library, village hall, pharmacy and a range of bars and restaurants. There is also a thriving wellness community including lifestyle brand SuStudio offering dynamic pilates, yoga and events.
The village offers picturesque walks leading to the award-winning Blue Flag beaches and is home to some of the borough's oldest beach huts dating back to 1927. Families are well catered for with a safe swim zone; beach station and RNLI lifeguards, in addition, there is a fabulous pirate themed play park on the cliff top. For those wanting to escape, Parkstone Championship golf course is less than a mile away or enjoy the sporting and tennis clubs of Branksome and Whitecliff, all located less than 2 miles away.
Notable eateries in the village itself include the Canford, The Cliff and Stock. The popular beachfront restaurant Rockwater is located less than a mile from the village centre at Branksome Chine and is open all day. A regular meeting spot for wild swimming groups and book clubs in the morning, Rockwater is a popular lunchtime and evening dining venue. For world-class cuisine, the global brand of Rick Stein with its waterfront restaurant is located on the nearby Sandbanks Peninsula and is extremely popular throughout the year. Enjoy casual dining locally at Lazy Jacks and The Jazz Café where you can while away a Sunday afternoon listening to live music.
The tropical garden sanctuary of Compton Acres is located less than 300m from the village centre and offers a vast array of feature planting from around the world. There’s also an Italian Delicatessen and an exceptional café to enjoy a coffee, lunch or brunch.
Kindly note all distances are approximate and taken from Google maps.
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- Band: G
- PARKINGDetails of how and where vehicles can be parked, and any associated costs.Read more about parking in our glossary page.
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- GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
- Yes
- ACCESSIBILITYHow a property has been adapted to meet the needs of vulnerable or disabled individuals.Read more about accessibility in our glossary page.
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Lawrence Drive, Canford Cliffs, Poole, Dorset, BH13
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