Rhode House, The Horseshoe, Sandbanks

Rhode House is one of three contemporary waterfront homes located on the water's edge, completed around 10 years ago as part of the exclusive Sandbanks Yacht Company. These homes offer the unique benefit of jointly owning the immediate foreshore and a private pier, creating a rare and privileged relationship with the water. For those seeking a refined lock up and leave lifestyle, the adjoining yacht club offers a restaurant, gym and marina facilities.

Approached through a private gate into a sheltered Mediterranean style courtyard designed for low maintenance and all day sun, the house opens into a series of light-filled living spaces arranged across gentle changes in level, all oriented towards the magnificent views over the harbour. The kitchen sits naturally at the centre, designed as a social hub with space to gather, cook and dine, while full-height glazing draws in the water beyond. From here, the living spaces soften and unfold, stepping down into more relaxed seating and dining areas that feel connected yet distinct. Throughout, large sliding doors blur the boundary between inside and out, linking the interior to outside terraces and balconies above the water, so movement through the home feels intuitive led by light, views and daily life rather than corridors or doors.

FIRST FLOOR:

The first floor is devoted to bedroom accommodation. The principal suite enjoys a private balcony with breathtaking harbour views, a luxurious en suite bathroom and a separate dressing room. Bedrooms two and three, each benefit from their own en suite facilities, fitted wardrobes and southerly balconies.

LOWER GROUND FLOOR:

The lower ground floor is a highly versatile level, featuring two generous rooms originally designed as bedrooms 4 & 5 (both ensuite) but are currently configured as a stylish entertainment room / home office with a concealed bespoke bar, and a bedroom suite, both opening onto a large terrace with gated entrance, lending itself well to use as an annex or independent guest accommodation.

A generous storage area, accessed directly from the slipway via a remote controlled shutter, is ideal for small craft and watersports equipment. Adjoining this is a large wet room for easy changing and drying off, while the wider space also offers flexibility for vehicle parking or conversion into a gym or games area.

OUTSIDE:

Additional features include a hard standing area for boats, kayaks and paddle boards with direct harbour access to safe water via the slipway and jetty including a floating dock for overnight boats. There is a large private garage to the front of the property and two additional parking spaces in the secure underground car park opposite, ideal for weekend guests to use. Other features include a fully automated Control4 system for controlling heating, audio/visual equipment, curtains, blinds and lighting as well as underfloor heating and solar panels.

LOCATION:

Rhode House sits on the Sandbanks Peninsula on the edge of Europe’s largest natural harbour. Golden sandy beaches are a short walk away, while the open sea offers outstanding sailing and coastal exploration. The Sandbanks Chain Ferry provides quick access to Studland, Shell Bay, Swanage and the wider Jurassic Coast. Restaurants and cafés on Sandbanks, along with Canford Cliffs and Lilliput villages, are all within easy reach. Mainline rail services connect to London Waterloo in approximately two hours.

Agents note: The SYC has a current planning application for apartments above the existing restaurant.