Pearce Avenue, Lilliput, Poole, Dorset, BH14

An exceptional and secluded waterfront home on the most exclusive road in BH14. A rare opportunity offering sumptuous refined luxury and convenience. This property will combine a large and private plot with architecture that celebrates the panoramic harbour and nature reserve views with direct water access to offer an unrivalled elegant and environment-embracing coastal lifestyle.

There may be the potential for significant SDLT savings if the property is purchased as a clear plot and built under a separate build contract, rather than acquiring a completed second home. (Buyers should seek independent advice regarding SDLT).


The Plot

Occupying an exceptional position on Pearce Avenue, one of the area’s most discreet and prestigious addresses and home to Parkstone Yacht Club, this remarkable waterside plot supports the creation of a true coastal masterpiece.

With the site extending to approximately 100 metres in length, plans include an approach that is both impressive and private. A sweeping driveway leads to the residence which is set well back from the road, ensuring complete seclusion and an immediate sense of arrival.

To the rear, beautifully private gardens unfold towards the water’s edge, where 17 metres of direct frontage provides an extraordinary connection to Poole Harbour, one of Europe’s largest natural harbours. Plans are currently in progress to secure permissions for a private boathouse and slipway, enabling easy, effortless access to the harbour and open water beyond. This is waterside living at its best.

The Property

Full planning permission has been granted for an outstanding contemporary residence of approximately 10,000 sq ft, designed to maximise light, space and panoramic harbour views from virtually every principal room. A build contract is also in place. Arranged over four floors, the architecture combines striking design with effortless functionality:

A dramatic entrance hall with immediate, uninterrupted harbour views sets a breath-taking first impression. A sculptural spiral staircase wraps elegantly around a hydraulic glass lift, connecting all levels with both style and comfort.
An expansive open-plan kitchen, living and dining space, forms the heart of the home. Floor-to-ceiling glazing opens onto cascading terraces that descend towards the landscaped gardens, swimming pool and garden room. The tiered design preserves elevated harbour views while creating seamless indoor–outdoor living; perfect for both relaxed family life and sophisticated entertaining.

A formal dining room, equally suited as a private cinema or executive home office.
A dedicated wellness suite featuring a gym, yoga studio, sauna and indoor pool, with fully retracting doors that dissolve the boundary between interior and garden bringing coastal air and tranquillity directly inside.

A spectacular top-floor principal bedroom suite, designed as a private sanctuary. Two dressing rooms and two luxurious ensuite spa bathrooms accompany a private sitting area with terrace capturing the morning sun over Parkstone Bay. A further full-width balcony provides sweeping, panoramic harbour views across to Arne nature reserve.

Five further bedroom suites, four of which enjoy captivating harbour vistas.

A lower ground floor car gallery with wide access ramp and turntable; ideal for showcasing vintage or sports car collection.

Climate-controlled glass wine wall, boot room and separate laundry, designed for practical coastal living.

Flexible lifestyle spaces, adaptable as a library, music room, snug or executive office.

The Build

Every element of the build from architectural detailing to materials, finishes and integrated technology will reflect uncompromising super-prime standards. At this early stage, a purchaser has the rare opportunity to influence interior specification and tailor the home to their own vision of refined coastal luxury.

Designed and specified by an RIBA Award winning practice, to the highest of standards using premium materials, 52 Pearce Avenue has been carefully designed to make the most of this premium site and incorporates the following features:

Main features:

* Externally natural stone walls with cut stone detailing and metal fish scale panels
* Minimally framed floor to ceiling windows and doors
* Cantilevered glass balustrades to maintain full view
* Bespoke designed kitchen with soft close doors/drawers and stone/composite worktops
* High quality Sub Zero/Gaggeneau appliances including range cooker, fridge/freezer/wine cooler, twin dishwashers, combination microwave/oven, Qooker tap
* Pantry with semi-concealed prep area
* Climate controlled wine cellar wall
* Indoor heated swimming pool with fully retracting window system allowing the pool to be integrated in to the garden room and garden
* Custom built sauna with glass wall looking over swimming pool/harbour
* Bespoke joinery including wardrobes and bathroom storage
* Curved stairway with lift set in glazed enclosure
* TV den with large screen, integrated surround sound and sliding walls to allow separation from main living space
* Carefully landscaped garden with semi-mature planting, terracing, lawn areas and beach area waterside

Mechanical & Electrical Spec:

* Lutron control lighting system to main living space, dimmer switches to all other rooms
* Sockets with integral USB charging
* LED plastered-in downlights and feature chandeliers
* Mains operated smoke/heat/CO2 alarms and fire suppression misting system
* Intruder alarm, video entry and CCTV system and electric entrance gates
* Heat pump with integrated comfort cooling
* Underfloor heating
* Integrated Sky TV, AV and hi-speed broadband
* Electrically operated garage door and car turntable
* Large photo voltaic array on main roof with battery storage
* Electric charging points for car in drive and garage, and boat by slipway
* Mechanically operated sky lights at top of galleried landing areas providing light throughout the circulation space and passive stack ventilation

New Build Warranty:

The property will benefit from a ten year new build warranty

Track Record:

MRD Architecture has been creating beautiful homes for discerning clients for decades. It has developed a reputation locally for high quality design and attention to detail as evidenced through other developments in Poole, London and elsewhere, examples of which can be seen on

Design input opportunity:

Buyer can fine tune at the early stages of the project

Timeline

Build circa 2 years.

Please Note:
The opportunity is a residential plot with planning permission for a single dwelling. No construction has commenced. It is suitable for a self-build or custom home project. The purchaser is responsible for any CIL self-build exemption applications. Section 106 assessment will be provided on request.

Disclaimer - The computer-generated images (CGIs), floor plans and visuals provided are for illustrative purposes only and are intended to give a general indication of the proposed development. They do not constitute part of any offer or contract. All measurements, layouts, finishes, fixtures, fittings and landscaping are indicative and may be subject to change during the design, planning or construction process. Purchasers should satisfy themselves as to the accuracy of all information and seek independent verification prior to exchange of contracts.

Location

The Lifestyle

Life here is defined by an exceptional connection to Poole Harbour. Positioned on one of Lilliput’s most sought after waterfront settings, daily life naturally centres around the water, with calm, sheltered conditions ideal for paddleboarding, kayaking and sailing. Direct access to the harbour, including a private slipway, makes time on the water feel effortless and instinctive rather than planned.

The harbour edge encourages a relaxed rhythm of living. Early morning walks follow the shoreline, while evenings bring changing light and long views across the water towards Brownsea Island. The outlook is constantly evolving, offering interest and tranquillity from sunrise through to sunset.

For walkers and cyclists, scenic routes trace the harbour’s edge, connecting to green open spaces and leading towards Old Town Poole, combining uninterrupted water views with peaceful, traffic free stretches.

Back at the property, outdoor living takes centre stage. Southwest facing aspects deliver warm afternoon light and memorable sunsets across the harbour, creating a setting ideal for relaxed entertaining or quiet moments overlooking the water.

With marinas, sailing clubs, nature reserves and Parkstone Golf Club close by, alongside the restaurants and social energy of Poole Quay, this is a location that balances privacy, activity and ease, offering a rare and refined waterside lifestyle.

It’s also an exciting and inspiring place to raise a family with so many opportunities for children including access to exceptional public and private schools, sea scouts and lifeguarding and a vibrant sporting community on and off the water whatever your skills or interests.

Poole offers miles of coastline from scenic cliff walks to unspoilt Blue Flag sandy beaches perfect for traditional family days at the seaside. The tidal harbour offers safe and shallow waters ideal to learn the latest water sports whatever your age and there are plenty of local beauty spots to explore by land or sea. There is a good selection of excellent restaurants and bars close at hand and a wide variety of sports and social clubs make it easy to immerse yourself in the local community and meet like-minded people enjoying a luxurious coastal lifestyle.

Some local highlights:
* The Boat Club at Salterns Marina - access a range of exciting motorboats for days out on the water
* Royal Motor Yacht Club - exclusive members only social and yacht club
* Parkstone Yacht Club - members span all ages and generations, has a proud 125-year history
* The Watersports Academy - wind surfing, kite surfing, paddle boarding and more
* SuStudio - Dynamic Pilates and wellness community and café
* The Saltwater Sauna - on Sandbanks beach
* Parkstone Golf Club - world class golf course and club facilities
* Nature reserves and National Trust beaches at Studland and Brownsea Island
* Osprey Cruises to enjoy the remarkable local birdlife
* Cycling clubs and organised ride-outs
* Weekly summer fireworks at Poole Harbour
* Annual Sand Polo at Sandbanks including Sandfest music festival

And to eat:
* Rick Steins Seafood restaurant Sandbanks
* Shell Bay fish restaurant Studland
* Rockwater restaurant and lifestyle brand Branksome Chine
* Compton Acres botanical gardens and award winning café
* Mark Bennetts patisseries'

* St Tropez Lounge bistro on Poole Quay
* Koh Thai Lilliput
* South Deep Café Parkstone Bay Yacht Club

Transport links:
Lilliput is well connected being around two hours from London by car or rail. Bournemouth Airport is 20 minutes away and provides private jet services and scheduled domestic and international flights.

Local schools
Canford School - canford.com
Bryanston - bryanston.co.uk
Lilliput C of E Infant School – lilliput.poole.sch.uk
Baden Powell Junior School - bpspjunior.co.uk
Bournemouth Collegiate Prep – bournemouthcollegiateschool.co.uk
Talbot Heath School – talbotheath.org
Parkstone Grammar School – parkstone.poole.sch.uk
Poole Grammar School - poolegrammar.com