Verte, Alumhurst Road, Alum Chine

Every detail has been considered in this exquisite build. Stone, slate, timber and glass combine to create a home that exudes contemporary calm. The elevated rear terraces project into the greenery, giving the sensation of being suspended within the landscape. It is a property that reveals itself gradually, and one that is difficult to fully appreciate without stepping inside.

ABOUT THIS PROPERTY:

It's not often you come across true architectural gems like this four bedroom detached house, where every angle has been designed to touch the human senses. From feature glass that perfectly frames the outlook, to luxury finishes sourced from around the world, this really is a property that delivers something super special. 

The entrance immediately establishes the tone, where a cast iron feature handle opens to reveal a dramatic double height picture window framing the treetops beyond. The kitchen, dining and living spaces are arranged across split levels, creating openness and flow while retaining subtle definition between areas. Large expanses of glazing draw natural light deep into the interior and maintain a constant connection to the surrounding woodland.

Designed equally for entertaining and daily living, the kitchen centres around sculptural Silestone surfaces, tailored cabinetry and a carefully specified suite of appliances including Gaggenau refrigeration, a sous vide vacuum drawer, Quooker tap and Fisher & Paykel chiller drawer. The living area opens directly onto a large terrace, where glass balustrades soften the boundary between architecture and landscape. Multiple seating and dining areas are positioned to follow sunlight throughout the day.

Two bedrooms with ensuite bath and shower facilities are arranged across the entrance level. The principal guest suite has a relaxed boutique hotel vibe, complete with its own private terrace and seating area. The primary bedroom suite occupies the lower ground floor, where it feels particularly secluded and includes a walk in dressing room, luxury Villeroy & Boch ensuite bathroom and large picture windows overlooking the greenery. The fourth bedroom is currently arranged as a home office and opens directly onto the sheltered lower terrace with fire pit seating.

Heating is generated via an air source pump, while integrated technology controls CCTV, surround sound and Buster & Punch ambient lighting throughout the house.

OUTSIDE:

Concealed behind custom welded electric gates and surrounded by layered planting, Verte sits discreetly on the edge of the wooded gorge of Alum Chine, where the changing canopy becomes part of daily life. From the principal rooms and terraces, the experience is less about overlooking a garden and more about living within the trees themselves. There is nearly 600 sq.ft of outside living zones area to choose from, including composite terraces that wrap around the rear elevation, connected by landscaped pathways and architectural planting, and a sheltered fire pit seating area creates a more intimate atmosphere below. The gated front driveway incorporates a vehicle turntable, parking and a 258 sq.ft integral double garage.

LOCATION:

Positioned between Westbourne and Alum Chine, Verte is exceptionally well placed for both coastline and everyday amenities. A footpath leads down through Alum Chine, passing ‘Robert Louis Stevenson's‘ Suspension Bridge spanning the gorge, to the golden sandy beach in approx. 0.6 miles. Westbourne provides a strong mix of independent cafés, restaurants, boutiques and practical amenities. Poole Harbour’s marinas and yacht clubs are easily reached, together with Parkstone Golf Club and the wider coastal lifestyle associated with the area. Mainline rail connections from Branksome offer direct services to London Waterloo in approx. two hours.

No forward chain. Certain items are available to purchase subject to negotiation.