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£645,000Guide price

Banks Road, Sandbanks, Poole, Dorset, BH13 7QF

2bedrooms
2bathrooms
Apartmenttype
958sq ft
Share of Freeholdtenure

Listed 18 Jun 2025 · Poole

How the price compares

This home£645,000£673 per sq ft
Median 2 bed in BH13£400k57 homes listed · £544 per sq ft
Difference+61%above the area median

Key features

  • Exclusive private entrance, rare within this prestigious development
  • Generous morning sun terrace offering scenic sea view outlook
  • Conservatory ideal for dining and relaxed indoor-outdoor living
  • Modern fitted kitchen with quality appliances and finishes throughout
  • Landscaped communal grounds with water features and planting
  • Dedicated single garage plus additional visitor parking
  • Exceptional coastal lifestyle opportunity in a sought-after location

About this home

Lovely ground floor two bedroom apartment just 50 metres to sandy beaches in the popular Showboat development offering elegant coastal living in a prestigious Sandbanks location. This two-bedroom apartment has sea glimpses and is set in landscaped grounds with allocated parking and a private garage.

Showboat presents an exceptional lifestyle opportunity in one of the most prestigious waterside addresses in the area. This beautifully appointed two double-bedroom residence enjoys private access, along with a morning sun terrace with views across the midway path to the sea. Occupying a single level, the apartment is thoughtfully designed to embrace the essence of modern coastal living, with tasteful decorative finishes throughout and a layout that maximises both natural light and connection to the outdoors.

The fully fitted kitchen features a comprehensive range of both base and eye-level units, integrated appliances including a double oven, fridge/freezer, washing machine and dishwasher, and is finished with quality work surfaces, inset sink and drainer, and tiled splashbacks. A generous conservatory adjoins the kitchen, ideally suited for dining or relaxation, and opens directly onto a west-facing terrace, perfect for enjoying the afternoon sun.

The principal living room is positioned at the front of the property, benefiting from direct access to the spacious morning terrace where panoramic water views provide a serene backdrop. The principal bedroom also enjoys water views and is enhanced by fitted wardrobes and a recently refurbished en suite bathroom. A second double bedroom is located to the rear of the property, enjoying a peaceful outlook over the landscaped gardens, and is served by a stylish shower room, ideal for visiting family and friends.

The development is set within attractively landscaped grounds with feature planting and water features. A private driveway leads to the rear of the property where residents will find allocated parking and access to the apartment. Apartment 14 benefits from a dedicated single garage with electrically-operated door and visitor parking.

Showboat offers a truly enviable lifestyle by the sought-after sandy beaches of Sandbanks.

Sorry, no pets or holiday lets permitted. Service charge c.£3,600 p.a.

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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 300m together with a footpath to the harbour only a 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 Rockwater, The Cliff, Koh Thai, Lazy Jacks and The Jazz Café 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. 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.

Property details

Property type
Apartment
Size
958 sq ft / 89 sq m
Council tax band
F
Tenure
Share of Freehold
Lease remaining
963 years left
Service charge
£3,600 per year
Parking
Garage, Allocated
Garden
Yes
Heating
Central
Electricity
Mains supply
Water
Mains supply

Floorplan

Floorplan

Location

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  • Parkstone Station2.6 mi
  • Poole Station2.9 mi
  • Branksome Station3.1 mi

What nearby homes sold for

Median sold prices in BH13 over the last 12 months: flat £350k · detached £2.05m · semi-detached £880k · terraced £535k.

AddressTypeSoldPrice
Flat 8, Sandcastles, 28, Banks Road
Poole BH13 7QE
Flat
Leasehold
10 Apr 2026£499,999
Flat 2, 48, Banks Road
Poole BH13 7QF
Flat
Leasehold
19 Feb 2026£750,000
Flat 2, The Bays, 133, Banks Road
Poole BH13 7QQ
Flat
Leasehold
7 Oct 2025£650,000
Apartment 1, The Bays, 133, Banks Road
Poole BH13 7QQ
Flat
Leasehold
7 Oct 2025£600,000
Flat 5, Sandcastles, 28, Banks Road
Poole BH13 7QE
Flat
Leasehold
6 Oct 2025£575,000
Flat 1, Carina Court, 137 - 139, Banks Road
Poole BH13 7QQ
Flat
Leasehold
26 Sept 2025£1,697,500
Flat 3, Seahaven, 70, Banks Road
Poole BH13 7QF
Flat
Leasehold
24 Sept 2025£535,000
Flat 19, Sandacres, 3, Banks Road
Poole BH13 7PW
Flat
Leasehold
31 Jul 2025£240,000
Flat 11, Sandhaven Court, 54 - 56, Banks Road
Poole BH13 7QF
Flat
Leasehold
25 Jul 2025£530,000
Flat 2, Haven Court, 82, Banks Road
Poole BH13 7QG
Flat
Leasehold
18 Jul 2025£550,000

Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2026. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. All sales in BH13

Buying costs

Monthly repayment£3,227£64,500 deposit · £580,500 loan
Stamp Duty£22,250England rates

Estimates only, using rates in force from April 2025. Check GOV.UK, Revenue Scotland or the Welsh Revenue Authority and speak to a mortgage adviser before you offer.

Listed by Tailor Made Estate Agents, Dorset and New Forest on Rightmove (original listing). First listed 18 Jun 2025; details checked 7 Nov 2026. Latest change: added on 18/06/2025.

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