Key Features
- Property code: SAILAW
- Preferred changeover day: Friday
- Check in: 3:30pm
- Check out: 10:00am
- Central heating
- Parking (see description for details)
- Dishwasher
- Garden or outside space
- Real fire
- Nearby shop
- Short breaks available
- Tumble dryer
- Village
- Washing machine
- WiFi
Description
A wonderful character house situated just a few minutes' walk from the shoreline of Poole Harbour, Whitecliff Harbourside Park, and Parkstone Bay Marina and within a 10-minute walk to the leafy Ashley Cross village with an array of shops, cafes, restaurants, and a quaint library. The location is perfect for enjoying the great outdoors with lots of space on your doorstep to walk, cycle and sail. The historic Poole Quay is also within walking distance and has a selection of places to eat and things to do, including boat trips to cruise around the harbour. A little further afield, the eight miles of Sandbanks' golden sands can be reached in a 10-minute bike ride, a short hop on the local open top bus, or a picturesque 45-minute walk.
The hallway leads to a light and spacious open plan kitchen with an island and high quality appliances, including Smeg and Bosch, a dining table for up to 8, and a living area that opens onto the private garden via bifold doors. The garden offers additional space for relaxation with outdoor seating for 6, easy chairs with footstools, and a large outback gas bbq to cook up a feast for the family.
The ground floor also offers a cloakroom and a separate snug room wth a TV and wood burner - the perfect spot for a quiet movie night or for the kids to have some separate chill out space.
The character hallway leads upstairs to three beautifully decorated bedrooms with cool, coastal colours and a bright and breezy atmosphere. The two larger bedrooms both have king size beds and the third bedroom is smaller and more suited to children but does have adult bunk beds.
Key Features
- Property code: SAILAW
- Preferred changeover day: Friday
- Check in: 3:30pm
- Check out: 10:00am
- Central heating
- Parking (see description for details)
- Dishwasher
- Garden or outside space
- Real fire
- Nearby shop
- Short breaks available
- Tumble dryer
- Village
- Washing machine
- WiFi
Description
A wonderful character house situated just a few minutes' walk from the shoreline of Poole Harbour, Whitecliff Harbourside Park, and Parkstone Bay Marina and within a 10-minute walk to the leafy Ashley Cross village with an array of shops, cafes, restaurants, and a quaint library. The location is perfect for enjoying the great outdoors with lots of space on your doorstep to walk, cycle and sail. The historic Poole Quay is also within walking distance and has a selection of places to eat and things to do, including boat trips to cruise around the harbour. A little further afield, the eight miles of Sandbanks' golden sands can be reached in a 10-minute bike ride, a short hop on the local open top bus, or a picturesque 45-minute walk.
The hallway leads to a light and spacious open plan kitchen with an island and high quality appliances, including Smeg and Bosch, a dining table for up to 8, and a living area that opens onto the private garden via bifold doors. The garden offers additional space for relaxation with outdoor seating for 6, easy chairs with footstools, and a large outback gas bbq to cook up a feast for the family.
The ground floor also offers a cloakroom and a separate snug room wth a TV and wood burner - the perfect spot for a quiet movie night or for the kids to have some separate chill out space.
The character hallway leads upstairs to three beautifully decorated bedrooms with cool, coastal colours and a bright and breezy atmosphere. The two larger bedrooms both have king size beds and the third bedroom is smaller and more suited to children but does have adult bunk beds.
Bedroom 1: King bed
Bedroom 2: King bed
Bedroom 3: Bunk beds (suitable for adults)
Private rear garden with a lawn and decking complete with outdoor seating for 6 guests, large gas BBQ and easy chairs with footstools.
Poole is a lively coastal town in a sheltered position, nestled between Bournemouth and the World Heritage Jurassic Coastline on the stunning South Coast of England - a naturally beautiful place to spend your holiday, at any time of year.
Known for being Europe’s largest natural harbour, with its crystal clear waters and some of Britain’s best sandy beaches, it’s a haven for sailors and wildlife, and the perfect place to try your hand at any water sport imaginable.
There are plenty of exceptional beachside cafes, restaurants, pubs and bars to choose from, making it a great place to relax with friends. Poole is also a fantastic shopping hub with high street stores, independent shops and boutiques and the Dolphin shopping centre all offering ample opportunities for retail therapy.
Poole’s vibrant bustling quayside is a great spot to soak up the atmosphere of this historic maritime port, with its pirate heritage. Wander round the cobbled streets to take in the sights of the historic old town, visit the free entry Poole Museum to discover Poole’s story, and follow the traditional cockle trail.
For an adventurous day out, take the ferry across to Brownsea Island, home to red squirrels, kingfishers and oystercatchers. Nearby Studland Nature Reserve is another highlight for nature lovers, wildlife spotters and ramblers, whilst the dramatic dunes and heathlands are home to many species of wildlife and provide a beautiful scenic landscape.
From Poole you can easily access the magnificent Jurassic coast that reveals 185 million years of Earth’s history across a 95 mile span of coast between east Dorset and east Devon.
Outside to the front, there is parking on the drive for 2 cars and the garage is available for storage for bikes, kayaks and paddle boards, etc.
Rockets & Rascals Poole
(Less than a mile)
(3)
A friendly and welcoming dog-friendly café serving delicious, fresh and healthy food, which is a popular spot with cyclists thanks to its adjoining bike shop. Whether meeting friends for breakfast, a family lunch or refuelling from your cycle ride, you can enjoy freshly baked cakes, vegan and gluten free treats, salads and sandwiches, as well as juices, smoothies and freshly-ground coffee. If you’re in a rush or planning a picnic, you can also get your food boxed up and take it away with you.
Rockets and Rascals (T: 01202 708842) salterns court, Sandbanks Rd, Lilliput, Poole, BH14 8HS
Great cafe and lunch place, so friendly staff and clientele, terrace seating al fresco.
July 2023
A lovely friendly welcome and a tasty breakfast.
October 2021
Such a cool place. Really friendly knowledgeable & helpful staff. Can highly recommend.
June 2021
Koh Thai - Lilliput
(Less than a mile)
(8)
Contemporary Thai restaurant serving acclaimed Thai cuisine in stylish surroundings. Just minutes from Sandbanks this cool little eatery also cooks up some great cocktails at the bar.
Koh Thai Lilliput 292 Sandbanks Rd, BH14 8HX (T: 01202 914997)
Great good and service, well worth a visit.
November 2023
Wonderful food and atmosphere.
September 2023
Never had a bad experience here. Staff always friendly and efficient and the food tastes very fresh and full of flavour. The place has nice vibe to it. The evening closing time is later than some other restaurants too; 10.30pm on a Saturday night. If you have the energy to walk up Evening Hill from Sandbanks, harbourside, to get here, you'll get great views especially at sunset.
July 2023
Great friendly restaurant, delicious food, good value
July 2022
What an excellent restaurant. The service was wonderful and the food was amazing. Well worth a visit.
June 2022
Food was good but service was very very slow and not up to standard. We had our meals served the other way round, our main courses arrived first, them followed by the starters and the cocktails turned up last!!!
October 2021
A seriously good thai restaurant - a good 'modern' vibe, great music, excellent cocktails, made properly, a good menu with a good range of food and excellent staff.
October 2021
Highly recommended. The food was absolutely delicious. Service was done with a smile but it was a little slow on the evening we visited. The side dishes to share were well worth trying. A very nice clean venue.
June 2021
Deli on the Quay
(2 miles)
Continental style deli with stunning harbour views. Serving homemade quiches, soups, sandwiches and salads, and the best brownies, flapjacks and pastries in town! Not to mention delicious locally-made Purbeck ice cream.
Deli on the Quay, Unit D17, Dolphin Quays, The Quay, Poole BH15 1HH (T: 01202 660022)
The Four
(2 miles)
A popular cafe and wine bar in Penn Hill serving hearty breakfasts, brunch and coffee as well as delicious wines, charcuterie and small plates in the evening.
The Four 115 Penn Hill Ave, Poole BH14 9LY (T: 01202942962)
Patisserie Mark Bennett
(2 miles)
Enjoy delicious patisserie, pastries, sandwiches and light meals in chic surroundings at Patisserie Mark Bennett.
Patisserie Mark Bennett Penn Hill Ave, Poole BH14 9NB (T: 01202733310)
Castaway Charters
(Less than a mile)
Experience the beautiful scenery of the Jurassic coast aboard a 45ft high performance cruiser from Castaway Charters. Friendly, experience skipper offering affordable day, half day and evening cruises, as well as one hour harbour cruises.
Click here for further details
The Ark at Poole Park
(Less than a mile)
Lots of family fun to be had at this all weather attraction featuring an ice rink, soft play area, ice cream parlour and spacious café conveniently located in the centre of Poole Park overlooking the lake. Please note the soft play is for under 11’s only.
Click here for further details
Jetski Safaris
(Less than a mile)
(2)
Friendly company offering thrilling powerboat rides and jetski safaris to get you out on the water in the spectacular Poole Harbour and surrounding Jurassic coastline.
Click here for more details
Save £10 per booking with code toadhall10 or on presentation of your Toad Hall Cottages discount card
Absolutely loved it
August 2023
Tried to book via the website only to find out that in 2021 they were no longer offering jet ski safaris.
June 2021
Poole Harbour Watersports
(Less than a mile)
Operating for over 20 years in the harbour’s safe, sandy waters providing windsurfing and kite surfing courses; SUP tours, tuition and hire, kayak tours and hire and kids clubs. AALA and British Kitesports Approved.
Click here for further details
Flip Out
(2 miles)
There’s fun for everyone at Flip Out where you’ll find trampolining, go carting, laser tag, roller skating, soft play and lots more.
Click here for further information
Shore Road Beach, Sandbanks
(2 miles)
(1)
Shore Road is a golden sandy beach with a promenade that stretches for miles along the beautiful Sandbanks peninsula - perfect for a seaside stroll or cycle (except during peak times in July & August from 10am to 6pm when cycles are not permitted).
Famed for its Mediterranean-style cafes and outstanding views across the harbour to the Purbeck hills and Brownsea Island, this beach is very family-friendly thanks to its gentle slope into clean waters and seasonal lifeguard cover.
Dogs are not allowed on the main beach from 1st May - 30th September, however they are permitted on the promenade on a lead all year round.
This Blue Flag standard beach has several watersports hire shops and many other beach facilities, including plenty of parking, cafe/restaurant, beach shop, beach huts and deck chairs for hire, toilets and outdoor showers, and reusable water bottle drinking water refill points.
House very near to the clean, sandy beach….excellent
July 2023
Canford Cliffs Beach
(2 miles)
A beautifully quiet and tranquil stretch of golden sandy beach where you can enjoy a swim in crystal clear waters or relax in the sunshine on the soft sand with a picnic and a book. Apart from toilets on the promenade, there are no facilities at the beach itself but the shops, bars and restaurants of Canford Cliffs are within easy walking distance.
Branksome Chine Beach
(3 miles)
(2)
Branksome Beach is a wide, golden stretch of sand popular among locals and visitors alike, in part due to its Blue Flag status which highlights high standards of cleanliness on the beach and in the bathing waters.
The beach benefits from a promenade behind and many facilities including beach huts, shop, bar and restaurant. There is also good disabled access and a safe swim zone.
Watersports include swimming and windsurfing and there is lifeguard cover in the summer months.
Dogs are not allowed on the main beach from the 1st May - 30th September, however they are allowed on the promenade on a short lead.
Up to its usual standard
October 2023
Excellent beach with a couple of miles walk possible along the promenade, soft sand and plenty of options for refreshments. Barbeques are also permitted.
June 2023
Hamworthy Beach
(3 miles)
Hamworthy Beach is a family-friendly sand and shingle beach with a promenade, fringed with pretty beach huts and offering stunning views of Arne Nature Reserve, Brownsea Island and the Purbeck Hills in the distance.
The beach is popular among locals, boasting a jetty offering an excellent spot for fishing, large green gardens behind, a children's play area and a large seasonal paddling pool. There are also several opportunities to partake in watersports, including windsurfing, sailing and kitesurfing.
Dogs are welcome on the beach all year round, but not in the play parks or paddling pool.
Facilities include parking, toilets and cafe as well as nearby shops and public transport connections.
Sandbanks Beach
(3 miles)
(29)
Set on a small peninsula, just a stone's throw from some of the most expensive and exclusive homes in the country, the world-renowned Sandbanks beach is one of the most beautiful and clean beaches on the South Coast of England.
This spacious, family-friendly beach is blessed with soft golden sand, crystal clear waters and breathtaking views of across the English Channel; and has earned the coveted Blue Flag status for 30 consecutive years.
Beach facilities include a crazy golf course, children's play area, barbecue area, toilets and a cafe.
There is a designated area for dogs at the western end of Sandbanks beach (near the chain ferry). Dog owners are requested to always keep dogs on a lead on the promenade.
Best place in the world for dog walking - Our dog Alfie had just the best weekend ??
October 2023
Great beach, but don't tell anyone (let's keep it to ourselves)!
September 2023
GORGEOUS beach
September 2023
Excellent sandy beach less than 5 minutes walk from house.
September 2023
Amazing
September 2023
Excellent - great for kids and very clean
August 2023
It's hard to beat sandbanks, it's the perfect family beach and nearby Studland is beautiful and still a little bit wild and rugged, in a very good way.
August 2023
Amazing dog friendly beach. Very clean and the water is so clear. Great for dog walking, paddling and shell spotting.
August 2023
Gorgeous beach with great facilities. Large dog friendly area.
July 2023
Gorgeous beaches with good facilities .
July 2023
Just the best beach (but don't tell anyone - we like it keep it to ourselves)
July 2023
Excellent for children and dogs
June 2023
Best dog beach ever.
May 2023
Beautiful clean beach Lovely spot for swimming Great for children
May 2023
Very busy beach, not particularly tidal so sea never far out. Pleasure to sit and watch all the boats and water sports. My husband was bitten by a jelly fish so recommend beach shoes!
August 2022
What a beautiful Sandy child friendly beach. Calm little coves, plenty of clean facilities and a new er ending supply of seashells despite how many we took
June 2022
Great beach for children. We enjoyed walking along and the beach cafe and the crazy golf.
April 2022
Beautiful fine sandy beach
April 2022
We stayed at 1 Westpoint and the beach is just a short walk from the house which was excellent. I recommend also to take the short ferry ride to Shell Bay beach which was lovely too.
October 2021
Beautiful, clean beach
June 2021
Excellent beach
June 2021
Great beach for little ones
September 2020
The cleanest beach we have been to in Britain and in these strange times, grest social distancing from everyone there
August 2020
Amazing beach - who needs the med when you have sandbanks
August 2020
Had an excellent stay over New Year. Clean, well equipped and warm. Everything we hoped for. Handy for beach and ferry, with Swanage, Poole and Bournemouth not far away. Would definitely like to return.
January 2020
We rented a hut on Sandbanks which was brilliant as with 5 children, we had a lot of stuff that could be left there all week. The only thing that lets this beach down is the cost of parking for the day and the terrible shortage of ladies loos. People are using the loos to change in and this results on ridiculously long queues on sunny holiday days. The beach is beautiful and very clean and safe for small children..
September 2019
Fantastic beach out of season, very dog friendly
November 2018
Excellent. Clean and child safe
July 2018
A nice property with good location to nearby beach and ferries. (Although ferry traffic gets busy on Panorama Road at times) Layout of property good on 3 levels. Only disappointment was level of cleanliness dirty floors and balcony furniture. Something easily remedied
July 2018
November 2023
We had the most incredible stay. The house itself has a lovely cosy feel, with everything so tastefully and thoughtfully styled. They have created the perfect balance of minimalism and homeliness, meaning you feel welcomed into the space and at home right away. Everything you could need is there for you to use so you can fully relax, and the location is fantastic. We really enjoyed visiting the local cafes and surrounding restaurants, which were all excellent and have a similarly cool, relaxed vibe with such friendly people. Just minutes from the beach and also daytrips to the New Forest, the surrounding area is stunning, with many quirky places to visit and so much to do to keep you entertained. This is a truly special place where we made some very fond memories and can’t wait to visit again!
October 2023
Thank you for a wonderful stay in a beautiful house. Great location, walking distance from the harbour and cycle to sandbanks and the wonderful beach there. The house is a home away from home- with beautiful well equipped kitchen, warm cosy log burner in the sitting room and comfy beds. We had a wonderful family holiday exploring Poole, playing on the beach and in the sea at both sandbanks and over at Studland and relaxing in the house. A wonderful break- Thank you!
September 2023
We had a wonderful stay in this beautiful house. It is extremely well equipped, with an impressive kitchen-diner, lovely garden and immaculate, comfortable accommodation. The neighbourhood is peaceful and quiet, with the waterfront just a short walk away, and other beaches like Sandbanks within very easy reach by car. Great location for exploring Poole and other Dorset gems like the isle of Purbeck and beyond.
April 2023
We stayed here in the spring and found it to be very comfortable, well looked after and had no issues with our stay. A convenient location for heading into Poole or travelling around the local area. A nearby park was great for walking and had good views of the sea. Off street parking was a bonus as was the garden. Highly recommended.
April 2023
I stayed here with my mum and my newborn baby when I went to visit my sister who lived just up the road. The house was spotless and well cared for. Clearly a well loved family home. We had every possible thing you could need and more. The beds were comfortable and arranging the travel cot for my daughter was super easy and it was already set up for when we arrived. It was super close to the coast with beautiful views and we found a little shop in walking distance for any immediate necessities. I would definitely stay again and highly recommend it to anyone needing a place to call home for a short period of time.
November 2022
A very enjoyable stay in this lovely three bedroomed house in Poole. Very clean and spacious yet cosy. We had a pleasurable daily 20 minute or so walk along the waterside park to Poole Quay / the town centre, where there were several places to eat/drink overlooking the sea. We also took a lovely boat ride from the Quay taking in views of Brownsea island and other harbour landmarks whilst enjoying a glass of wine from the bar on board. A perfectly located house to enjoy Poole.
November 2023
We had the most incredible stay. The house itself has a lovely cosy feel, with everything so tastefully and thoughtfully styled. They have created the perfect balance of minimalism and homeliness, meaning you feel welcomed into the space and at home right away. Everything you could need is there for you to use so you can fully relax, and the location is fantastic. We really enjoyed visiting the local cafes and surrounding restaurants, which were all excellent and have a similarly cool, relaxed vibe with such friendly people. Just minutes from the beach and also daytrips to the New Forest, the surrounding area is stunning, with many quirky places to visit and so much to do to keep you entertained. This is a truly special place where we made some very fond memories and can’t wait to visit again!
October 2023
Thank you for a wonderful stay in a beautiful house. Great location, walking distance from the harbour and cycle to sandbanks and the wonderful beach there. The house is a home away from home- with beautiful well equipped kitchen, warm cosy log burner in the sitting room and comfy beds. We had a wonderful family holiday exploring Poole, playing on the beach and in the sea at both sandbanks and over at Studland and relaxing in the house. A wonderful break- Thank you!
September 2023
We had a wonderful stay in this beautiful house. It is extremely well equipped, with an impressive kitchen-diner, lovely garden and immaculate, comfortable accommodation. The neighbourhood is peaceful and quiet, with the waterfront just a short walk away, and other beaches like Sandbanks within very easy reach by car. Great location for exploring Poole and other Dorset gems like the isle of Purbeck and beyond.
April 2023
We stayed here in the spring and found it to be very comfortable, well looked after and had no issues with our stay. A convenient location for heading into Poole or travelling around the local area. A nearby park was great for walking and had good views of the sea. Off street parking was a bonus as was the garden. Highly recommended.
April 2023
I stayed here with my mum and my newborn baby when I went to visit my sister who lived just up the road. The house was spotless and well cared for. Clearly a well loved family home. We had every possible thing you could need and more. The beds were comfortable and arranging the travel cot for my daughter was super easy and it was already set up for when we arrived. It was super close to the coast with beautiful views and we found a little shop in walking distance for any immediate necessities. I would definitely stay again and highly recommend it to anyone needing a place to call home for a short period of time.
November 2022
A very enjoyable stay in this lovely three bedroomed house in Poole. Very clean and spacious yet cosy. We had a pleasurable daily 20 minute or so walk along the waterside park to Poole Quay / the town centre, where there were several places to eat/drink overlooking the sea. We also took a lovely boat ride from the Quay taking in views of Brownsea island and other harbour landmarks whilst enjoying a glass of wine from the bar on board. A perfectly located house to enjoy Poole.
Rockets & Rascals Poole
(Less than a mile)
(3)
A friendly and welcoming dog-friendly café serving delicious, fresh and healthy food, which is a popular spot with cyclists thanks to its adjoining bike shop. Whether meeting friends for breakfast, a family lunch or refuelling from your cycle ride, you can enjoy freshly baked cakes, vegan and gluten free treats, salads and sandwiches, as well as juices, smoothies and freshly-ground coffee. If you’re in a rush or planning a picnic, you can also get your food boxed up and take it away with you.
Rockets and Rascals (T: 01202 708842) salterns court, Sandbanks Rd, Lilliput, Poole, BH14 8HS
Great cafe and lunch place, so friendly staff and clientele, terrace seating al fresco.
July 2023
A lovely friendly welcome and a tasty breakfast.
October 2021
Such a cool place. Really friendly knowledgeable & helpful staff. Can highly recommend.
June 2021
Koh Thai - Lilliput
(Less than a mile)
(8)
Contemporary Thai restaurant serving acclaimed Thai cuisine in stylish surroundings. Just minutes from Sandbanks this cool little eatery also cooks up some great cocktails at the bar.
Koh Thai Lilliput 292 Sandbanks Rd, BH14 8HX (T: 01202 914997)
Great good and service, well worth a visit.
November 2023
Wonderful food and atmosphere.
September 2023
Never had a bad experience here. Staff always friendly and efficient and the food tastes very fresh and full of flavour. The place has nice vibe to it. The evening closing time is later than some other restaurants too; 10.30pm on a Saturday night. If you have the energy to walk up Evening Hill from Sandbanks, harbourside, to get here, you'll get great views especially at sunset.
July 2023
Great friendly restaurant, delicious food, good value
July 2022
What an excellent restaurant. The service was wonderful and the food was amazing. Well worth a visit.
June 2022
Food was good but service was very very slow and not up to standard. We had our meals served the other way round, our main courses arrived first, them followed by the starters and the cocktails turned up last!!!
October 2021
A seriously good thai restaurant - a good 'modern' vibe, great music, excellent cocktails, made properly, a good menu with a good range of food and excellent staff.
October 2021
Highly recommended. The food was absolutely delicious. Service was done with a smile but it was a little slow on the evening we visited. The side dishes to share were well worth trying. A very nice clean venue.
June 2021
Deli on the Quay
(2 miles)
Continental style deli with stunning harbour views. Serving homemade quiches, soups, sandwiches and salads, and the best brownies, flapjacks and pastries in town! Not to mention delicious locally-made Purbeck ice cream.
Deli on the Quay, Unit D17, Dolphin Quays, The Quay, Poole BH15 1HH (T: 01202 660022)
The Four
(2 miles)
A popular cafe and wine bar in Penn Hill serving hearty breakfasts, brunch and coffee as well as delicious wines, charcuterie and small plates in the evening.
The Four 115 Penn Hill Ave, Poole BH14 9LY (T: 01202942962)
Patisserie Mark Bennett
(2 miles)
Enjoy delicious patisserie, pastries, sandwiches and light meals in chic surroundings at Patisserie Mark Bennett.
Patisserie Mark Bennett Penn Hill Ave, Poole BH14 9NB (T: 01202733310)
Castaway Charters
(Less than a mile)
Experience the beautiful scenery of the Jurassic coast aboard a 45ft high performance cruiser from Castaway Charters. Friendly, experience skipper offering affordable day, half day and evening cruises, as well as one hour harbour cruises.
Click here for further details
The Ark at Poole Park
(Less than a mile)
Lots of family fun to be had at this all weather attraction featuring an ice rink, soft play area, ice cream parlour and spacious café conveniently located in the centre of Poole Park overlooking the lake. Please note the soft play is for under 11’s only.
Click here for further details
Jetski Safaris
(Less than a mile)
(2)
Friendly company offering thrilling powerboat rides and jetski safaris to get you out on the water in the spectacular Poole Harbour and surrounding Jurassic coastline.
Click here for more details
Save £10 per booking with code toadhall10 or on presentation of your Toad Hall Cottages discount card
Absolutely loved it
August 2023
Tried to book via the website only to find out that in 2021 they were no longer offering jet ski safaris.
June 2021
Poole Harbour Watersports
(Less than a mile)
Operating for over 20 years in the harbour’s safe, sandy waters providing windsurfing and kite surfing courses; SUP tours, tuition and hire, kayak tours and hire and kids clubs. AALA and British Kitesports Approved.
Click here for further details
Flip Out
(2 miles)
There’s fun for everyone at Flip Out where you’ll find trampolining, go carting, laser tag, roller skating, soft play and lots more.
Click here for further information
Shore Road Beach, Sandbanks
(2 miles)
(1)
Shore Road is a golden sandy beach with a promenade that stretches for miles along the beautiful Sandbanks peninsula - perfect for a seaside stroll or cycle (except during peak times in July & August from 10am to 6pm when cycles are not permitted).
Famed for its Mediterranean-style cafes and outstanding views across the harbour to the Purbeck hills and Brownsea Island, this beach is very family-friendly thanks to its gentle slope into clean waters and seasonal lifeguard cover.
Dogs are not allowed on the main beach from 1st May - 30th September, however they are permitted on the promenade on a lead all year round.
This Blue Flag standard beach has several watersports hire shops and many other beach facilities, including plenty of parking, cafe/restaurant, beach shop, beach huts and deck chairs for hire, toilets and outdoor showers, and reusable water bottle drinking water refill points.
House very near to the clean, sandy beach….excellent
July 2023
Canford Cliffs Beach
(2 miles)
A beautifully quiet and tranquil stretch of golden sandy beach where you can enjoy a swim in crystal clear waters or relax in the sunshine on the soft sand with a picnic and a book. Apart from toilets on the promenade, there are no facilities at the beach itself but the shops, bars and restaurants of Canford Cliffs are within easy walking distance.
Branksome Chine Beach
(3 miles)
(2)
Branksome Beach is a wide, golden stretch of sand popular among locals and visitors alike, in part due to its Blue Flag status which highlights high standards of cleanliness on the beach and in the bathing waters.
The beach benefits from a promenade behind and many facilities including beach huts, shop, bar and restaurant. There is also good disabled access and a safe swim zone.
Watersports include swimming and windsurfing and there is lifeguard cover in the summer months.
Dogs are not allowed on the main beach from the 1st May - 30th September, however they are allowed on the promenade on a short lead.
Up to its usual standard
October 2023
Excellent beach with a couple of miles walk possible along the promenade, soft sand and plenty of options for refreshments. Barbeques are also permitted.
June 2023
Hamworthy Beach
(3 miles)
Hamworthy Beach is a family-friendly sand and shingle beach with a promenade, fringed with pretty beach huts and offering stunning views of Arne Nature Reserve, Brownsea Island and the Purbeck Hills in the distance.
The beach is popular among locals, boasting a jetty offering an excellent spot for fishing, large green gardens behind, a children's play area and a large seasonal paddling pool. There are also several opportunities to partake in watersports, including windsurfing, sailing and kitesurfing.
Dogs are welcome on the beach all year round, but not in the play parks or paddling pool.
Facilities include parking, toilets and cafe as well as nearby shops and public transport connections.
Sandbanks Beach
(3 miles)
(29)
Set on a small peninsula, just a stone's throw from some of the most expensive and exclusive homes in the country, the world-renowned Sandbanks beach is one of the most beautiful and clean beaches on the South Coast of England.
This spacious, family-friendly beach is blessed with soft golden sand, crystal clear waters and breathtaking views of across the English Channel; and has earned the coveted Blue Flag status for 30 consecutive years.
Beach facilities include a crazy golf course, children's play area, barbecue area, toilets and a cafe.
There is a designated area for dogs at the western end of Sandbanks beach (near the chain ferry). Dog owners are requested to always keep dogs on a lead on the promenade.
Best place in the world for dog walking - Our dog Alfie had just the best weekend ??
October 2023
Great beach, but don't tell anyone (let's keep it to ourselves)!
September 2023
GORGEOUS beach
September 2023
Excellent sandy beach less than 5 minutes walk from house.
September 2023
Amazing
September 2023
Excellent - great for kids and very clean
August 2023
It's hard to beat sandbanks, it's the perfect family beach and nearby Studland is beautiful and still a little bit wild and rugged, in a very good way.
August 2023
Amazing dog friendly beach. Very clean and the water is so clear. Great for dog walking, paddling and shell spotting.
August 2023
Gorgeous beach with great facilities. Large dog friendly area.
July 2023
Gorgeous beaches with good facilities .
July 2023
Just the best beach (but don't tell anyone - we like it keep it to ourselves)
July 2023
Excellent for children and dogs
June 2023
Best dog beach ever.
May 2023
Beautiful clean beach Lovely spot for swimming Great for children
May 2023
Very busy beach, not particularly tidal so sea never far out. Pleasure to sit and watch all the boats and water sports. My husband was bitten by a jelly fish so recommend beach shoes!
August 2022
What a beautiful Sandy child friendly beach. Calm little coves, plenty of clean facilities and a new er ending supply of seashells despite how many we took
June 2022
Great beach for children. We enjoyed walking along and the beach cafe and the crazy golf.
April 2022
Beautiful fine sandy beach
April 2022
We stayed at 1 Westpoint and the beach is just a short walk from the house which was excellent. I recommend also to take the short ferry ride to Shell Bay beach which was lovely too.
October 2021
Beautiful, clean beach
June 2021
Excellent beach
June 2021
Great beach for little ones
September 2020
The cleanest beach we have been to in Britain and in these strange times, grest social distancing from everyone there
August 2020
Amazing beach - who needs the med when you have sandbanks
August 2020
Had an excellent stay over New Year. Clean, well equipped and warm. Everything we hoped for. Handy for beach and ferry, with Swanage, Poole and Bournemouth not far away. Would definitely like to return.
January 2020
We rented a hut on Sandbanks which was brilliant as with 5 children, we had a lot of stuff that could be left there all week. The only thing that lets this beach down is the cost of parking for the day and the terrible shortage of ladies loos. People are using the loos to change in and this results on ridiculously long queues on sunny holiday days. The beach is beautiful and very clean and safe for small children..
September 2019
Fantastic beach out of season, very dog friendly
November 2018
Excellent. Clean and child safe
July 2018
A nice property with good location to nearby beach and ferries. (Although ferry traffic gets busy on Panorama Road at times) Layout of property good on 3 levels. Only disappointment was level of cleanliness dirty floors and balcony furniture. Something easily remedied
July 2018
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