The Avenue, Poole, Dorset, BH13

A substantial character period house plus tennis court (developement potential STPP) plus garage (development potential to convert to coach house STPP). Set in circa 0.8 acres of grounds and less than 10 minutes walk to Branksome Beach.

Multiple strategies and pathways available to add significant value and produce a stunning period home coupled with additional potential significant land value STPP. Planning Appraisal and Tree Survey available on request.


A Grand Period Home in the Heart of Branksome Park, with potential to extend, renovate, subdivide and add new homes in the grounds STPP.

Offered to the market chain free with vacant possession, this exceptional property sits in a prime location on The Avenue, just a short walk from the sandy shores of Branksome Chine. Set on a generous plot of approximately 0.8 acres, the home offers over 4,300 sq ft of accommodation and the rare benefit of its own private tennis court.

The accommodation is both spacious and versatile, featuring six bedrooms, four bathrooms (two en suite) and five elegant reception rooms, together with a separate office or study, a fitted kitchen and a dedicated breakfast room. There is also access to a cellar, providing excellent storage space, and a double garage to the rear of the property.

With high ceilings, large windows and a graceful layout, the house is brimming with elegance character and provides wonderful scope for renovation to suit modern tastes. There is also substantial potential to extend into the loft space, subject to the necessary consents, and the grounds themselves, where the tennis court is currently situated offers further development opportunity STPP.

A planning appraisal has been carried out for additional homes by Giles Moir of Chapman Lily Planning and is available on request, along with a tree survey. This is a rare opportunity to secure one of Branksome Park’s grand period homes with value enhancement and creation potential, moments from the beach, local shops, restaurants and the amenities of Westbourne Village.

Location

The Avenue is one of Branksome Park’s most prestigious tree-lined roads, perfectly positioned for easy access to both the beach and the surrounding coastal villages. Branksome Chine beach is just a short stroll away, home to the popular Rockwater restaurant and café, and forming part of Bournemouth’s famous seven miles of golden sand that stretch from Sandbanks to Hengistbury Head.

Canford Cliffs village, with its selection of independent shops, cafés and restaurants, is within easy reach, as is Westbourne village, which offers a vibrant mix of boutiques, delis and everyday conveniences. For golf enthusiasts, the award-winning Parkstone Golf Club is close by, and the landscaped gardens of Compton Acres provide a peaceful retreat.

To the east lies Sandbanks, world-renowned for its beaches and watersports, and just a short ferry trip away you can explore the unspoilt beauty of Studland Bay and continue on to the charming seaside town of Swanage.

The area is well-served by both state and private schooling, with excellent options including Canford School, Talbot Heath, Bournemouth Collegiate and Park School, all within a short drive.