Lonsdale House, Bury Road, Branksome Park

Constructed circa. 1930 and cherished by the same family since 1968, this charming and fashionably designed residence of the era sits centrally within a generous plot, surrounded by mature lawns and established planting. The home retains a wealth of original character features and balanced proportions throughout. An entrance vestibule with WC leads to a welcoming reception hall. The lounge features a curved bay window with elevated garden views, a Purbeck stone fireplace with open fire and direct access outside. The dining room continues the period feel with its own fireplace and original serving hatch to the breakfast room, while a separate study / playroom offers flexible space. The breakfast room, part of a later extension, centres around a log burner and retains an original full-height fitted cupboard, flowing into the kitchen with garden views and adjoining utility. A rear lobby / boot room with garden WC provides practical access.

Upstairs, four double bedrooms each display individual charm. The principal bedroom benefits from a large bay window and ensuite shower room, with a family bath / shower room serving the remaining bedrooms.

A sweeping in-and-out driveway leads to a double garage with separate access to a games room / home office. The mature gardens include lawns, including an area perfect for a tennis court (subject to consent), vegetable beds and fruit cage, a greenhouse and a wendy house.

LOCATION:

Located in the prestigious Branksome Park Conservation Area, the property enjoys a prime position within one of the South Coast’s most sought-after residential neighbourhoods, known for its substantial homes set on generous plots of at least three-quarters of an acre. The area offers convenient access to the boutique shops, cafés and restaurants of Westbourne and Canford Cliffs villages. Nearby is a wonderful footpath down through the wooded Branksome Chine to the beach. A little further west takes you to Sandbanks Peninsula giving access to the shores of Poole Harbour, yacht clubs and extensive water sports facilities. The renowned championship golf course at Parkstone is within easy reach and excellent transport links include mainline rail services to London Waterloo in around two hours.