£440,000 /Sale price

Super opportunity to dip a toe in the water of the prestigious and sought-after Sandbanks Peninsula - this is a chain-free, top floor apartment in a traditional block, suitable for remodelling to your own taste A reliable rental property over the past six years, this top floor apartment is an excellent opportunity to acquire an entry-level two bedroom apartment in Sandbanks suitable for re-modelling.Stairs rise from the ground floor to the second floor where this apartment is situated and there are just six apartments in the block.Enter into a hallway and turn left into the living area with a private aspect looking across to the mature trees to the south. The principal bedroom and a useful storage cupboard are also to the left. The second bedroom is also a double. The current bathroom would be ideal for conversion to a wet room and this apartment benefits from a guest cloakroom.Externally, there is off-street parking allocated to the property and any incoming purchaser may acquire a beach car-parking permit from Bournemouth and Poole Council which allows parking on the Sandbanks Peninsula and at several carparks in the area.Ideally located for access to the chain ferry across to Studland and the golden sandy beaches of Sandbanks, this apartment would be a charming second home for fun family holidays at the seaside. Pets and holiday letting permitted, a flexible and relaxed entry-level Sandbanks home.Link to verify mobile and broadband availability - Internationally acknowledged, Sandbanks boasts the largest natural harbour in Europe with miles of Blue Flag award-winning golden sandy beaches and sheltered waters. It is the perfect location for enjoying the latest water sport or simply relax on the beach, embracing a fantastic coastal lifestyle. Access to the beautiful award-winning sandy beaches is less than c.400m together with a footpath to the harbour only a c.350m level walk perfect for taking a kayak or SUP to the water. The open sea offers some of the best sailing along the southern coastline. Sandbanks is also home to the Royal Motor Yacht Club and Sandbanks Yacht Club, with additional marinas in Lilliput and Poole Harbour, giving access to a fantastic selection of moorings and chandlery services for boat users.For eating out, the global brand of Rick Stein, with its waterfront restaurant, is located on the Sandbanks Peninsula and is extremely popular throughout the year. Other nearby eateries include The Tandy, Rockwater, The Cliff, Koh Thai, Lazy Jacks and The Jazz Cafe to while away a Sunday afternoon listening to live music. Across the chain ferry is also the delightful Pig on the Beach and highly regarded Shell Bay seafood restaurant.The Sandbanks Chain Ferry crosses the short stretch of water from the peninsula across to the Isle of Purbeck, giving access to the renowned crystal clear bathing waters of Shell Bay and the prestigious area of Outstanding Natural Beauty that is Studland. Further afield, the towns of Swanage, Wareham and Lulworth Cove and the magnificent Jurassic coastline are all accessible on foot, by bike or car, or the open top Breezer bus.The tropical garden sanctuary of Compton Acres is just 2 miles inland, offers a vast array of feature planting from around the world and you can enjoy a coffee at the cafe. Feeling sporty? Tee off at Parkstone Championship golf course or enjoy the sporting and tennis clubs of Branksome and Whitecliff, all located less than 3 miles away. There's a vibrant cultural scene in both Poole and Bournemouth, with world famous acts appearing at the Bournemouth Pavillion, BIC and Poole Lighthouse, home to the Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra and Coastal Comedy.Kindly note all distances are approximate and taken from Google maps.