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Beach View

Dorset

Poole

Beach View holiday home in Poole with 4 bedrooms
Sea views from the living room at Beach View
Outdoor space with views at Beach View
Sitting room at Beach View
Stunning sea views at Beach View
Outdoor seating at Beach View
Kitchen at Beach View
Patio and sun beds at Beach View
Kitchen at Beach View
Kitchen at Beach View
Beach views at Beach View holiday house
Sitting room at Beach View
Dining at Beach View
Beach View holiday home in Sandbanks
Modern rooms at Beach View
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Beach View
Beach View

Beach View

Poole

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Sleeps 8 | 4 bedrooms | 3 bathrooms | Direct beach access | Sea views | 2 living areas | Parking for 4 cars

Overview of Beach View

Beach View is a four-bedroom holiday home sleeping eight in an exceptional elevated position above Sandbanks Beach. Panoramic views sweep across Poole Bay from the Isle of Wight towards Old Harry Rocks, while a private path from the garden leads down to the promenade and miles of golden sand, see a wider range of Poole large holiday cottages here.

The house works particularly well for families sharing because its four bedrooms include two flexible rooms that can be arranged as either doubles or twins. Two bedrooms are on the ground floor, with the remaining two upstairs, allowing different generations or households to spread themselves across the house.

Sea views are a major feature of the stay. The ground-floor lounge opens onto the terrace, three bedrooms look towards the coast and the first-floor snug leads onto a balcony where guests can sit outside and enjoy the outlook across the water.

The kitchen diner provides another sociable space, with a table seating all eight guests and doors onto the outdoor area. Outside, the landscaped terrace and lawn include comfortable seating, sun loungers, a gas barbecue and an outdoor shower, particularly useful after swimming or a day on the sand.

Sandbanks itself offers considerably more than the beach. Poole Harbour is close by for sailing, kayaking and paddleboarding, while the chain ferry provides quick access to Studland, Shell Bay and the Isle of Purbeck. Restaurants and cafés are within walking distance and Poole and Bournemouth are easy to reach.

For groups looking for a large coastal holiday home where sea views and beach access are the main attraction, Beach View has an outstanding Sandbanks setting.

Beach View at a Glance

Feature Details
Sleeps 8
Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 3
Flexible Bedrooms 3 rooms can provide twin or double-style sleeping arrangements
Dogs Not accepted
Living Areas Lounge and separate snug
Sea Views Panoramic Poole Bay views
Beach Access Direct via private pathway
Outdoor Space Landscaped terrace and lawn
Balcony First-floor sea-view balcony
Outdoor Shower Yes
Parking Up to 4 cars
Restaurants & Cafés Within walking distance
Setting Elevated above Sandbanks Beach

Who is Beach View Best For?

Beach View is particularly well suited to two families because its bedroom arrangement can be adapted to suit couples, children and teenagers.

The two upstairs bedrooms provide a king-size room and a super king that can be arranged as twins. Downstairs, both bedrooms can also be configured for couples or guests wanting separate beds, giving families considerably more flexibility than a fixed arrangement of four doubles.

Multi-generational groups gain another advantage from having two bedrooms and a shower room on the ground floor. This allows part of the group to sleep without needing to use the stairs to reach their bedroom or bathroom.

The separate first-floor snug is also valuable when eight guests are staying, giving children, teenagers or adults a second room away from the main lounge.

Why is Beach View a Great Large Holiday Home?

  • Elevated beachfront position with panoramic sea views
  • Direct access to Sandbanks promenade and beach
  • Sleeps eight across four bedrooms
  • Flexible bedroom arrangements for families and friends
  • Three bathrooms across two floors
  • Ground-floor lounge plus separate first-floor snug
  • Sea-facing terrace, balcony and outdoor shower
  • Private driveway parking for up to four cars

Frequently Asked Questions

How many people does Beach View sleep?

Beach View sleeps up to eight guests across four bedrooms.

How many bedrooms does Beach View have?

There are four bedrooms. Two are on the ground floor and two are upstairs, with several flexible bed arrangements available.

Does Beach View have direct beach access?

Yes. A private pathway leads from the garden, down approximately eight steps and through the beach huts to the promenade and Sandbanks Beach.

Does Beach View have sea views?

Yes. The house has extensive views across Poole Bay towards the Isle of Wight and Old Harry Rocks, with sea views from the lounge, snug, balcony and several bedrooms.

Are dogs allowed at Beach View?

No. Pets are not accepted at Beach View.

Is there parking at Beach View?

Yes. The private driveway at the front of the house has space for up to four cars.

Bedrooms & Bathrooms at Beach View

Beach View sleeps eight across four bedrooms divided between the ground and first floors. The arrangement is particularly adaptable, with three rooms capable of providing different double or twin configurations.

Two bedrooms are positioned on the ground floor beside a shower room, while the two upstairs bedrooms each have private bathroom facilities.

Group Accommodation Layout

Area Bedroom Sleeping Arrangement Bathroom
Ground Floor Bedroom 3 Twin or king-size arrangement Ground-floor shower room
Ground Floor Bedroom 4 Twin or king-size arrangement Ground-floor shower room
First Floor Bedroom 1 King-size bed En-suite bathroom
First Floor Bedroom 2 Super king or twin En-suite bathroom

Bedroom 1 is upstairs and has a king-size bed, fitted wardrobes and sea views. Its private bathroom has a bath with shower over, WC and basin.

Bedroom 2 also enjoys views across the sea and can be arranged as a super king or twin room. It has its own en-suite bathroom with a bath and shower over.

Bedroom 3 is on the ground floor and overlooks the coast. Its beds can be arranged as twins or a king, giving families another flexible sleeping option.

Bedroom 4 is also on the ground floor and can be arranged as twins or a king.

How does the layout work for a group of 8?

For two families sharing, the upstairs king and super king rooms can provide comfortable accommodation for parents, while the two flexible ground-floor bedrooms can be arranged to suit four children or teenagers.

A multi-generational family might instead allocate the ground-floor accommodation to grandparents or family members who prefer fewer stairs, leaving the first-floor en-suite bedrooms for the rest of the group.

Groups of friends can also make good use of the flexible beds, with several options for guests who would rather sleep separately than share doubles.

Bathroom Layout

There are three bathrooms.

On the ground floor, there is a shower room with a large walk-in shower, WC, basin and heated towel rail.

Bedroom 1 has a private en-suite bathroom with a bath and shower over, WC and basin.

Bedroom 2 has a second en-suite bathroom, also with a bath and shower over, WC and basin.

    Facilities & Information at Beach View

    Beach View has been arranged to make the coastal outlook a central part of everyday life. The ground-floor lounge has comfortable sofa and armchair seating, television and patio doors opening directly onto the sea-facing terrace.

    Alongside it, the kitchen diner is designed for group meals. The kitchen has double ovens, hob, fridge freezer, dishwasher, air fryer and coffee machine, while a breakfast bar provides three additional seats. The main dining table seats all eight guests together and doors open onto the outdoor space.

    Upstairs, the separate snug gives the group a second place to relax. Sofa seating and a television make it useful for quieter evenings, while patio doors open onto the furnished balcony overlooking the bay.

    Outside, the landscaped sea-facing area combines stone paving, ornamental planting and lawn. Bistro furniture, rattan seating and sun loungers provide several different places to enjoy the view, while a gas barbecue is available for outdoor meals. The outdoor shower is particularly useful after swimming, paddleboarding or time on the sand.

    Laundry facilities include a washing machine and tumble dryer, and the private driveway has room for up to four cars.

    Facilities

    Category Facilities
    Kitchen Double ovens, hob, fridge freezer, dishwasher, air fryer and coffee machine
    Dining Table seating 8 plus breakfast bar seating 3
    Main Lounge Sofa and armchair seating, TV and terrace access
    Snug Sofa seating, TV and balcony access
    Outdoor Space Landscaped patio, lawn and ornamental planting
    Outdoor Dining Bistro furniture and outdoor seating
    Barbecue Gas barbecue
    Beach Facilities Outdoor shower and direct beach access
    Laundry Washing machine and tumble dryer
    Parking Private driveway for up to 4 cars
    Heating Central heating
    Connectivity WiFi

    Important Information

    Information Details
    Preferred Changeover Saturday
    Check In 3.30pm
    Check Out 10am
    Pets Not accepted
    Cot Travel cot available on request
    Highchair Available on request
    Linen Included
    Bathroom Towels Included
    Beach Towels Included
    Parking Up to 4 cars
    Beach Access Path with approximately 8 steps
    Short Breaks Available

Location & Things to Do Near Beach View

Beach View occupies one of Sandbanks' strongest positions for a group holiday, with the beach directly below the property and Poole Harbour only a short distance away on the other side of the peninsula. Guests can start the morning with a walk along the sand, swim before breakfast or spend the day moving easily between the house and beach.

Sandbanks Beach is a broad stretch of golden sand with seasonal lifeguard cover and facilities including cafés and family activities. The promenade continues east towards Canford Cliffs, Branksome Chine and Bournemouth, creating an easy coastal walk where the group can choose how far to go before stopping for lunch or returning along the beach.

Poole Harbour brings another range of activities. Its more sheltered waters are popular for sailing, kayaking, paddleboarding and windsurfing, giving families plenty of options beyond traditional beach days.

At the western end of Sandbanks, the chain ferry crosses to Shell Bay and Studland. Studland Bay has around four miles of sandy beach backed by dunes, woodland and rare heathland. Walkers can continue towards Old Harry Rocks on a 3.5-mile circular route from South Beach, with dramatic chalk stacks and wide views across Poole Bay among the highlights.

Poole Quay offers harbour cruises, restaurants and boats to Brownsea Island. In 2026, regular visitor ferries to Brownsea operate from Poole Quay while the Sandbanks passenger jetty remains closed to visitors. The island is particularly rewarding for families and wildlife enthusiasts, with woodland, heath, lagoon habitats and its famous population of red squirrels.

Bournemouth provides another easy day out for shopping, restaurants, gardens and its long sandy shoreline. With beaches, watersports, walking, wildlife and plenty of places to eat all close at hand, Beach View makes it easy for a group to enjoy Sandbanks without spending much of the holiday travelling.

Nearby Places

Place Approximate Distance Why Visit
Sandbanks Beach Direct access Golden sand, swimming, beach days and promenade walks
Poole Harbour Within easy walking distance Sailing, kayaking, paddleboarding and watersports
Sandbanks cafés & restaurants Within walking distance Breakfast, lunch and evening dining
Canford Cliffs Around 1 mile Village shops, restaurants and another sandy beach
Sandbanks Chain Ferry Around 2 miles Quick route to Studland and the Isle of Purbeck
Shell Bay Short ferry crossing Sandy beach, dunes and harbour views
Studland Bay Short ferry crossing and drive Four miles of beach, heathland and watersports
Old Harry Rocks Around 5 miles via ferry Famous chalk stacks and coastal walking
Poole Quay Around 5 miles Harbour cruises, restaurants and boats to Brownsea Island
Brownsea Island Ferry from Poole Quay Red squirrels, woodland, heathland and family trails
Bournemouth Around 4 miles Beaches, pier, gardens, shops and restaurants
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