Benellen Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH4

A substantial and characterful period residence extending to 3,037 sq ft, offering five bedrooms and exceptional development potential (STPP) in a prime BH4 location.

Description

Brambledown is a striking and substantial detached residence dating back to 1913, offering an increasingly rare combination of character, scale and long-term potential in one of Bournemouth’s most desirable residential enclaves. Having been cherished by the same owners for 27 years, this is a home of real presence and individuality, extending to 3,037 sq ft and set within mature, established gardens that offer both privacy and future opportunity (STPP).

From the moment you enter, the sense of space is immediate. A welcoming entrance hall leads through to a superbly proportioned sitting room, designed for both relaxation and entertaining, with French doors opening directly onto the garden. This flows effortlessly into a formal dining room, creating a natural sequence of reception space ideal for family life and entertaining on a larger scale. In total, the home benefits from five sets of French doors, drawing light throughout and blurring the boundary between house and garden.

At the heart of the home is a modern kitchen/dining room, thoughtfully designed for everyday living, complemented by a separate utility room providing valuable practical space. There is also a ground floor bedroom and shower room, offering flexibility for guests, extended family or home working, alongside an integral garage with additional storage.

To the first floor, a generous gallery landing sets the tone for the accommodation above. There are five further double bedrooms, each well-proportioned, reflecting the generous footprint of the house. The principal bedroom suite is particularly impressive, featuring a walk-in wardrobe and a well-appointed ensuite bathroom with separate shower. Bedroom two also benefits from its own ensuite shower room and enjoys direct access to a private balcony, a rare and highly desirable feature. A family bathroom serves the remaining bedrooms.

The house retains much of its original charm and character, including period fireplaces, while having been sympathetically updated to suit modern living. It is a home that feels both substantial and welcoming, with excellent flow and a layout that continues to work effortlessly for contemporary family life.

Externally, the property is set within beautifully established gardens offering a high degree of privacy, with extensive lawned areas, mature planting and a large sun terrace complete with hot tub. A particularly notable feature is the potential (STPP) to create two additional residential plots with separate road access from Walsford Road, whilst still retaining a generous and private garden setting for the main house—an extremely rare opportunity in this location.

Location

Brambledown occupies a prime position within Bournemouth’s highly regarded BH4 residential area, known for its wide, tree-lined roads, attractive period homes and strong sense of privacy. Despite its peaceful setting, the property is exceptionally well placed for access to amenities, leisure facilities and the coastline.

West Hants Tennis and Leisure Club, Meyrick Park Golf Course, and the open green spaces of Bournemouth Upper Gardens are all within easy reach, providing excellent options for recreation and outdoor living. The Upper Gardens offer a particularly attractive woodland walk leading directly into Bournemouth town centre and onwards to its award-winning sandy beaches.

Bournemouth town centre itself is less than a mile away, offering a wide range of shopping, dining and cultural amenities, while transport links provide straightforward access to Poole, Southampton and London.

The area is also extremely well served for education, with a number of highly regarded schools nearby including Talbot Heath School, Bournemouth and Poole Grammar Schools, Bournemouth Collegiate School, Canford School and Park School, making this a particularly strong location for families.

Square Footage: 3,037 sq ft