Sandbanks is home to some of the most expensive properties in the country and hits all the right notes for buyers looking to move out of the city to a coastal location.
It boasts sandy beaches, far-reaching sea views, and a limited housing supply, something that helps to keep demand – and prices – high.
Many of the older homes in the area have been demolished to make way for modern properties that would not look out of place on the Californian coastline.
We take a look at two properties for sale in Sandbanks, Dorset, and ask – as part of our Property Battle series – which one would you prefer to buy?
But you will need deep pockets to purchase a property in this affluent location on the south coast where the average house price has risen £56,571 in the past year to reach £1,628,772, according to Zoopla.
We take a look at two properties for sale in Sandbanks, Dorset, and ask – as part of our Property Battle series – which one would you prefer to buy?
Two-bed flat, £750k
This two-bedroom apartment has its own private garden and costs £750,000, with the sale being handled by Fine & Country estate agents
The flat is part of secure gated development with an allocated parking space and is just over 300 metres from Sandbanks’ sandy beaches
Pets are allowed at the property, along with holiday lets, meaning that it could be used to generate an income
The first property is a two-bedroom apartment that costs £750,000 and is just over 300 metres from Sandbanks’ sandy beaches.
The flat is part of secure gated development with an allocated parking space, and its own private garden.
Pets are allowed at the property, along with holiday lets, meaning that it could be used to generate an income. It is being sold by Fine & Country estate agents.
Daniel Copley, of Zoopla, said: ‘This modern apartment is the perfect home for a buyer looking to make the most of living in an enviable location right in the heart of Sandbanks.
‘This property benefits from the best of both worlds and is located a stone’s throw from the area’s award-winning and bustling sandy beaches, yet also benefits from being situated within a secure gated development.’
Four-bed house, £1,295,000
This modern house costs £1,295,000 and is 450 yards to the sandy beaches, with the sale being handled by Fine & Country estate agents
The luxury home boasts under floor heating throughout, and four bedrooms – including this one with a large window
The house has a landscaped garden that provides the perfect space for entertaining friends and family
The second property is a modern house that costs £1,295,000 that is 450 yards to the sandy beaches.
It is part of a development of six homes called Blue Waters that each extend across three floors.
The house boasts under floor heating throughout, four bedrooms with en-suites, and a secure double garage.
It also has landscaped gardens at the front and at the rear of the property, providing the perfect space for entertaining friends and family. It is being sold via Fine & Country estate agents.
Daniel Copley, of Zoopla, said: ‘This spectacular home wouldn’t look out of place on the Californian coastline with its sleek, contemporary exterior and beautifully landscaped gardens.
‘It’s also the perfect place for entertaining family and friends for summer barbeques and dinner parties, with the property’s open plan kitchen and dining area leading through bi-fold doors into the garden.’
