Key Features
- Property code: 5SALT
- Preferred changeover day: Friday
- Check in: 4pm
- Check out: 10am
- 2 or more bathrooms
- Near beach
- Central heating
- Parking (see description for details)
- Dishwasher
- Garden or outside space
- Nearby pub or restaurant
- Nearby shop
- Short breaks available
- Tumble dryer
- Washing machine
- Waterside
- WiFi
Description
The Salterns is an elegantly designed waterfront town house situated in an enviable position within Salterns Marina, Lilliput. It offers direct water access and stunning sea views from every window. It also benefits from a private resident’s beach which is accessible from the rear of the property*. As well as an excellent array of amenities right on its doorstep, it is ideally situated for easy access to Sandbanks and Poole Quay.
With many personal touches, the property is set over four floors and includes a beautifully designed open plan sitting room with a mezzanine dining area, several outside terraces as well as four luxurious double bedrooms, all of which have sea views and three have private balconies.
The elevated position of The Salterns means that the uninterrupted sea views across the lagoon towards Poole Harbour on one side of the property, and across the marina to Sandbanks on the other, differ from every room and become more impressive with each and every floor.
Salterns Marina is renowned for having some of the finest yachts in the area. The marina itself has many facilities including a chandlery and a coffee shop as well as a Jet Ski Safari. For summer 2021, a new outdoor bar with alfresco dining and various catering and retail outlets will be opened within the marina making it a fabulous base for a holiday.
Lilliput shopping parade is just a short, level walk away, where an eclectic mix of retail outlets can be found, including two surf shops, a specialist cycling emporium and cafe, a Thai restaurant, an artisan bakery, a hairdresser and two convenience stores by the way of a Tesco Express and a Coop.
For those wanting to make the most of the beautiful Sandbanks beaches, they are little more than a mile away; just a few minutes by car or 20 minutes on foot. The wider area is renowned for its leisure facilities and beaches with Poole & Bournemouth also just a few miles away. Cinemas, shopping and boating facilities are easily accessible and there is a championship golf course at Parkstone Golf Club which is located only a short distance away at Lower Parkstone.
Please note that The Salterns is located in a quiet townhouse setting and welcomes family and extended family bookings. If you are unsure as to its suitability for your booking, please contact us.
Key Features
- Property code: 5SALT
- Preferred changeover day: Friday
- Check in: 4pm
- Check out: 10am
- 2 or more bathrooms
- Near beach
- Central heating
- Parking (see description for details)
- Dishwasher
- Garden or outside space
- Nearby pub or restaurant
- Nearby shop
- Short breaks available
- Tumble dryer
- Washing machine
- Waterside
- WiFi
Description
The Salterns is an elegantly designed waterfront town house situated in an enviable position within Salterns Marina, Lilliput. It offers direct water access and stunning sea views from every window. It also benefits from a private resident’s beach which is accessible from the rear of the property*. As well as an excellent array of amenities right on its doorstep, it is ideally situated for easy access to Sandbanks and Poole Quay.
With many personal touches, the property is set over four floors and includes a beautifully designed open plan sitting room with a mezzanine dining area, several outside terraces as well as four luxurious double bedrooms, all of which have sea views and three have private balconies.
The elevated position of The Salterns means that the uninterrupted sea views across the lagoon towards Poole Harbour on one side of the property, and across the marina to Sandbanks on the other, differ from every room and become more impressive with each and every floor.
Salterns Marina is renowned for having some of the finest yachts in the area. The marina itself has many facilities including a chandlery and a coffee shop as well as a Jet Ski Safari. For summer 2021, a new outdoor bar with alfresco dining and various catering and retail outlets will be opened within the marina making it a fabulous base for a holiday.
Lilliput shopping parade is just a short, level walk away, where an eclectic mix of retail outlets can be found, including two surf shops, a specialist cycling emporium and cafe, a Thai restaurant, an artisan bakery, a hairdresser and two convenience stores by the way of a Tesco Express and a Coop.
For those wanting to make the most of the beautiful Sandbanks beaches, they are little more than a mile away; just a few minutes by car or 20 minutes on foot. The wider area is renowned for its leisure facilities and beaches with Poole & Bournemouth also just a few miles away. Cinemas, shopping and boating facilities are easily accessible and there is a championship golf course at Parkstone Golf Club which is located only a short distance away at Lower Parkstone.
Please note that The Salterns is located in a quiet townhouse setting and welcomes family and extended family bookings. If you are unsure as to its suitability for your booking, please contact us.
Kitchen
Bright and spacious kitchen with first-floor easterly view across the marina to Sandbanks. The contemporary kitchen with induction hob, double oven, microwave, fridge, freezer and dishwasher, Nespresso coffee machine and a small breakfast bar.
Hallway
Cloak Room with Wash Hand basin & W.C.
Dining Area with Open plan mezzanine with a large dining table seating 6 comfortably and can accommodate 8 people, which leads down to the sitting room.
Sitting Room with Smart TV with Sky & soundbar with comfortable L shaped sofa and coffee table. Sideboard contains an array of board games. Large bi-fold doors open to the upper terrace area.
Terrace
The well-proportioned split-level west facing terrace has excellent lagoon and sea views with outside table and chairs plus recliners making this ideal for al-fresco dining or for relaxing and enjoying the long summer nights and watching the amazing sun set over the water. The upper terrace has a glazed balcony screen with a spiral staircase leading down to the lower terrace.
Second Floor Landing
The second floor landing leads to the second and third bedrooms and the bathroom. A further staircase leads up to the third floor.
Bedroom 1 with Harrison Spinks zip and link singles which can be made into a super-king, fitted wardrobes with sliding doors. Enjoying an easterly elevation views across the marina towards Sandbanks.
Bathroom: The spacious second floor bathroom services both bedrooms located on this floor and benefits from a white suite which comprises of a panelled bath, a separate shower cubicle with glazed shower door, a wash hand basin and a low-level W.C.
Bedroom 2 with Balcony with 5* hotel grade Harrison Spinks zip and link single beds that can be made into a king, smart TV with Sky and fitted wardrobes with sliding doors.
West facing private balcony with glazed balcony screens and seating, enjoying stunning sea views across the lagoon and beyond the harbour towards Poole Harbour.
Third Floor Landing
The bright and spacious third floor landing has doors leading to the master suite and fourth bedroom as well as the airing cupboard which houses the hot water cylinder. The third floor landing also has a skylight window.
Bedroom 3 & Balcony: The third bedroom has a double bed and private balcony with seating which faces east across the marina and enjoys lovely views towards the Sandbanks peninsula.
Bedroom Master & Balcony: The large master suite with Harrison Spinks king size bed boasts the most amazing views of the lagoon and towards Poole Harbour from its elevated west facing position. Benefiting from a private balcony with comfortable seating and an en-suite shower room.
En-suite: The master en-suite has a newly fitted contemporary suite comprising of a double shower cubicle with glazed shower screen door and surround, a wash hand basin and a low-level W.C.
Externally the property boasts a variety of balconies and terraces to the front and rear elevations all of which have stunning sea views. The lower level garden terrace provides a beautiful alfresco dining area with small outdoor grill facility. Timber decking and timber steps leading down to the resident’s beach and the lagoon via a short pathway. There is direct water access to the lagoon.
The lower level garden terrace is split level with a further spiral staircase leading to the upper terrace with seating and the first-floor accommodation. Like the other rooms and balconies located at the rear, both the upper and lower terraces offer beautiful direct views across the water to the west and also provide a great outdoor space for entertaining.
The lower level garden terrace also leads to the ground floor outdoor wash down area. It has a heated outside shower with a tiled floor, making this an ideal spot to shower after a day on the water and to wash down wetsuits and water sports equipment.
Residents Beach: A small beach, accessible only from the lagoon side of the property, and not the marina, it can be tricky to get to at very high tide as the water come right up to the edge of the decking of the next few houses. It is sand, though does often have shells and seaweed on it. It’s not Sandbanks Beach but ideal for an hour of chilling/splashing etc. Sandbanks Beach is a 20 minute walk.
NOTE: Garden area not secure to waters edge, young children must be supervised outside.
When you book a holiday in Lilliput, you won’t end up on the fictional island of Gulliver’s Travels, but instead you’ll find yourself in a stylish, waterside suburb of Poole in Dorset. Also known as the Salterns, Lilliput sits right on the edge of Poole Harbour, bordering Sandbanks, and enjoys stunning views across the harbour to Brownsea Island, and on to the Purbeck Hills beyond.
Life in Lilliput revolves around the water. The shoreline is lined by sailing clubs, with Salterns Marina standing centre stage, while the harbour waters are filled with boats of all shapes and sizes, from luxury yachts to small dinghies. Whether you’re a seasoned sailor or are wanting to learn the ropes, you couldn’t be better placed. The sheltered waters of Poole Harbour are not only a mecca for sailors, but are also perfect for water sports, from exhilarating jet ski safaris and wind surf sessions to stand-up paddle boarding and boating.
If balmy beach days are more your thing, Sandbanks’ famous long, golden beach is only around a mile’s walk away, where you can enjoy sandy strolls, sunbathing, swimming and spectacular sunset picnics. From Sandbanks, you can also jump on the chain ferry to the idyllic Shell Bay beach on the Studland Peninsula.
Another must when on holiday in Lilliput is to catch the ferry to Brownsea Island. Owned by the National Trust, Brownsea rests in the middle of Poole Harbour and is a haven for wildlife, including the rare red squirrel. Back on the mainland, keen golfers can enjoy a round at Parkstone Golf Club, only a mile from Lilliput and considered one of finest and best known golf courses on the south coast.
To fuel all these adventures, you’ll find a great selection of places to eat in and around Lilliput. Pick up fresh pastries for breakfast from the patisserie, enjoy a meal out at the local Thai restaurant, or pick up takeaway fish’n’chips to eat while watching the sunset over the bay. While staying in such an impressive coastal setting, it’s only right to indulge in some fresh seafood, so head to Rick Stein’s Sandbanks restaurant, or hop on the ferry to the Shell Bay Seafood Restaurant or stylish Pig on the Beach.
You’ll find a parade of shops in Lilliput for the days you’d like to stay in and self cater, while both Poole and Bournemouth are only a few miles away, offering loads of shops, eateries and attractions, including cinemas, theatres and an aquarium, not to mention miles of beautiful beaches.
To the front of the property is access to the garage with a driveway providing off road parking and a secure outside store located under the external staircase which leads to the front door and the first-floor accommodation. One car can be parked on the driveway and a further car can occupy the garage.
The substantial garage occupies the whole of the ground floor and has a single electric powered garage door to the front with double doors to the rear leading to the wash down area. The garage houses the laundry appliances as well as sofas and a football table.
Electric Cars: Please note that this property does not have suitable facilities for charging electric vehicles.
- Residents Beach: A small beach, accessible only from the lagoon side of the property, and not the marina, it can be tricky to get to at very high tide as the water come right up to the edge of the decking of the next few houses. It is sand, though does often have shells and seaweed on it. It’s not Sandbanks Beach but ideal for an hour of chilling/splashing etc. Sandbanks Beach is a 20 minute walk.
- Included: All bed linen and towels, (please bring your own beach towels), Wi-Fi, electricity, gas central heating.
- Electric Cars: Please note that this property does not have suitable facilities for charging electric vehicles.
- Smoking/Vaping: Not permitted.
- Arrival time - 4pm and Departure time - 10am.
- Pets: Sorry pets are not permitted at this property, however, those guests with allergies please be aware that the owner has a dog who occasionally accompanies them on visits.
- Telephone: Mobile reception excellent at the property
- Local facilities: Private Residents Beach, local shops, local water sport hire. Walk 20minutes to Sandbanks beach.
- Short Break Information: Short breaks are available at this property, in low season, please call 01297 443550 to book or to find out prices.
- NOTE: The property is surrounded by water and all children should be supervised at all times.
Rockets & Rascals Poole
(Less than a mile)
(3)
A friendly and welcoming dog-friendly café serving delicious, fresh and healthy food, which is a popular spot with cyclists thanks to its adjoining bike shop. Whether meeting friends for breakfast, a family lunch or refuelling from your cycle ride, you can enjoy freshly baked cakes, vegan and gluten free treats, salads and sandwiches, as well as juices, smoothies and freshly-ground coffee. If you’re in a rush or planning a picnic, you can also get your food boxed up and take it away with you.
Rockets and Rascals (T: 01202 708842) salterns court, Sandbanks Rd, Lilliput, Poole, BH14 8HS
Great cafe and lunch place, so friendly staff and clientele, terrace seating al fresco.
July 2023
A lovely friendly welcome and a tasty breakfast.
October 2021
Such a cool place. Really friendly knowledgeable & helpful staff. Can highly recommend.
June 2021
Koh Thai - Lilliput
(Less than a mile)
(8)
Contemporary Thai restaurant serving acclaimed Thai cuisine in stylish surroundings. Just minutes from Sandbanks this cool little eatery also cooks up some great cocktails at the bar.
Koh Thai Lilliput 292 Sandbanks Rd, BH14 8HX (T: 01202 914997)
Great good and service, well worth a visit.
November 2023
Wonderful food and atmosphere.
September 2023
Never had a bad experience here. Staff always friendly and efficient and the food tastes very fresh and full of flavour. The place has nice vibe to it. The evening closing time is later than some other restaurants too; 10.30pm on a Saturday night. If you have the energy to walk up Evening Hill from Sandbanks, harbourside, to get here, you'll get great views especially at sunset.
July 2023
Great friendly restaurant, delicious food, good value
July 2022
What an excellent restaurant. The service was wonderful and the food was amazing. Well worth a visit.
June 2022
Food was good but service was very very slow and not up to standard. We had our meals served the other way round, our main courses arrived first, them followed by the starters and the cocktails turned up last!!!
October 2021
A seriously good thai restaurant - a good 'modern' vibe, great music, excellent cocktails, made properly, a good menu with a good range of food and excellent staff.
October 2021
Highly recommended. The food was absolutely delicious. Service was done with a smile but it was a little slow on the evening we visited. The side dishes to share were well worth trying. A very nice clean venue.
June 2021
The Anchorage
(2 miles)
(1)
Super stylish bar and restaurant in leafy Canford Cliffs offering a wide ranging menu focusing on high quality fresh local meat, fish and seafood.
Anchorage 47 Haven Rd, Canford Cliffs, Poole BH13 7LH (T: 01202 609000)
Yes but was told no longer accepting walk ins at 7pm which is mad as it was not busy. Did not return.
July 2023
Ocean Palace
(2 miles)
Beach front Asian restaurant at The Harbour Height's hotel, offering fresh, expertly cooked cuisine with stunning sea views. The menu offers all the classics along with light bites and some lesser-known specialities. Open for lunch and dinner.
Ocean Palace, Harbour Heights Hotel, Haven Road, Sandbanks BH13 7LW (T: 01202 707272))
Baffi - Canford Cliffs
(2 miles)
(1)
One of a small local chain of modern Italian restaurants specialising in wood fired Neopolitan pizzas . Add some fresh antipasti, salad or a mouth watering dessert to your order for a truly authentic Italian experience, all created with super fresh high quality ingredients. Some interesting Italian wines and aperitifs to choose from too. Kids menu available.
Baffi Pizza 44 Haven Road, Poole BH13 7LP (T: 01202 708666)
Delicious pizza and covered everyone’s tastes. Amazing for the whole family.
June 2023
Jetski Safaris
(Less than a mile)
(2)
Friendly company offering thrilling powerboat rides and jetski safaris to get you out on the water in the spectacular Poole Harbour and surrounding Jurassic coastline.
Click here for more details
Save £10 per booking with code toadhall10 or on presentation of your Toad Hall Cottages discount card
Absolutely loved it
August 2023
Tried to book via the website only to find out that in 2021 they were no longer offering jet ski safaris.
June 2021
Poole Harbour Watersports
(Less than a mile)
Operating for over 20 years in the harbour’s safe, sandy waters providing windsurfing and kite surfing courses; SUP tours, tuition and hire, kayak tours and hire and kids clubs. AALA and British Kitesports Approved.
Click here for further details
Castaway Charters
(Less than a mile)
Experience the beautiful scenery of the Jurassic coast aboard a 45ft high performance cruiser from Castaway Charters. Friendly, experience skipper offering affordable day, half day and evening cruises, as well as one hour harbour cruises.
Click here for further details
Compton Acres
(2 miles)
(7)
Explore ten acres of beautiful gardens full of unusual plants and flowers from around the world. There’s also a plant centre, choice of cafes and a bakery selling tempting cakes and snacks . Dogs on leads welcome.
Click here for further details
Beautiful gardens, dogs allowed. Especially loved the Japanese garden. Superb tea shop/restaurant.
November 2023
Lovely attraction. Unexpectedly large gardens, all presented in different areas. The Italian and Japanese gardens were beautiful. The cafe served very good soup.
October 2023
Wonderful gardens & sculptures. The Japanese gardens are spectacular.
September 2023
Really really good. Great coffee shop and friendly staff.
July 2023
This place was truly amazing. Beautiful garden designs. I particularly like the water features and the Japanese garden.
May 2023
Highly recommend to visit this attraction. A wonderful hidden gem in Poole. The gardens were beautiful and you feel like you're somewhere else in another country! A must see!
October 2021
Far far better than we expected
May 2021
The Ark at Poole Park
(2 miles)
Lots of family fun to be had at this all weather attraction featuring an ice rink, soft play area, ice cream parlour and spacious café conveniently located in the centre of Poole Park overlooking the lake. Please note the soft play is for under 11’s only.
Click here for further details
Shore Road Beach, Sandbanks
(Less than a mile)
(1)
Shore Road is a golden sandy beach with a promenade that stretches for miles along the beautiful Sandbanks peninsula - perfect for a seaside stroll or cycle (except during peak times in July & August from 10am to 6pm when cycles are not permitted).
Famed for its Mediterranean-style cafes and outstanding views across the harbour to the Purbeck hills and Brownsea Island, this beach is very family-friendly thanks to its gentle slope into clean waters and seasonal lifeguard cover.
Dogs are not allowed on the main beach from 1st May - 30th September, however they are permitted on the promenade on a lead all year round.
This Blue Flag standard beach has several watersports hire shops and many other beach facilities, including plenty of parking, cafe/restaurant, beach shop, beach huts and deck chairs for hire, toilets and outdoor showers, and reusable water bottle drinking water refill points.
House very near to the clean, sandy beach….excellent
July 2023
Canford Cliffs Beach
(2 miles)
A beautifully quiet and tranquil stretch of golden sandy beach where you can enjoy a swim in crystal clear waters or relax in the sunshine on the soft sand with a picnic and a book. Apart from toilets on the promenade, there are no facilities at the beach itself but the shops, bars and restaurants of Canford Cliffs are within easy walking distance.
Sandbanks Beach
(2 miles)
(29)
Set on a small peninsula, just a stone's throw from some of the most expensive and exclusive homes in the country, the world-renowned Sandbanks beach is one of the most beautiful and clean beaches on the South Coast of England.
This spacious, family-friendly beach is blessed with soft golden sand, crystal clear waters and breathtaking views of across the English Channel; and has earned the coveted Blue Flag status for 30 consecutive years.
Beach facilities include a crazy golf course, children's play area, barbecue area, toilets and a cafe.
There is a designated area for dogs at the western end of Sandbanks beach (near the chain ferry). Dog owners are requested to always keep dogs on a lead on the promenade.
Best place in the world for dog walking - Our dog Alfie had just the best weekend ??
October 2023
Great beach, but don't tell anyone (let's keep it to ourselves)!
September 2023
GORGEOUS beach
September 2023
Excellent sandy beach less than 5 minutes walk from house.
September 2023
Amazing
September 2023
Excellent - great for kids and very clean
August 2023
It's hard to beat sandbanks, it's the perfect family beach and nearby Studland is beautiful and still a little bit wild and rugged, in a very good way.
August 2023
Amazing dog friendly beach. Very clean and the water is so clear. Great for dog walking, paddling and shell spotting.
August 2023
Gorgeous beach with great facilities. Large dog friendly area.
July 2023
Gorgeous beaches with good facilities .
July 2023
Just the best beach (but don't tell anyone - we like it keep it to ourselves)
July 2023
Excellent for children and dogs
June 2023
Best dog beach ever.
May 2023
Beautiful clean beach Lovely spot for swimming Great for children
May 2023
Very busy beach, not particularly tidal so sea never far out. Pleasure to sit and watch all the boats and water sports. My husband was bitten by a jelly fish so recommend beach shoes!
August 2022
What a beautiful Sandy child friendly beach. Calm little coves, plenty of clean facilities and a new er ending supply of seashells despite how many we took
June 2022
Great beach for children. We enjoyed walking along and the beach cafe and the crazy golf.
April 2022
Beautiful fine sandy beach
April 2022
We stayed at 1 Westpoint and the beach is just a short walk from the house which was excellent. I recommend also to take the short ferry ride to Shell Bay beach which was lovely too.
October 2021
Beautiful, clean beach
June 2021
Excellent beach
June 2021
Great beach for little ones
September 2020
The cleanest beach we have been to in Britain and in these strange times, grest social distancing from everyone there
August 2020
Amazing beach - who needs the med when you have sandbanks
August 2020
Had an excellent stay over New Year. Clean, well equipped and warm. Everything we hoped for. Handy for beach and ferry, with Swanage, Poole and Bournemouth not far away. Would definitely like to return.
January 2020
We rented a hut on Sandbanks which was brilliant as with 5 children, we had a lot of stuff that could be left there all week. The only thing that lets this beach down is the cost of parking for the day and the terrible shortage of ladies loos. People are using the loos to change in and this results on ridiculously long queues on sunny holiday days. The beach is beautiful and very clean and safe for small children..
September 2019
Fantastic beach out of season, very dog friendly
November 2018
Excellent. Clean and child safe
July 2018
A nice property with good location to nearby beach and ferries. (Although ferry traffic gets busy on Panorama Road at times) Layout of property good on 3 levels. Only disappointment was level of cleanliness dirty floors and balcony furniture. Something easily remedied
July 2018
Branksome Chine Beach
(2 miles)
(2)
Branksome Beach is a wide, golden stretch of sand popular among locals and visitors alike, in part due to its Blue Flag status which highlights high standards of cleanliness on the beach and in the bathing waters.
The beach benefits from a promenade behind and many facilities including beach huts, shop, bar and restaurant. There is also good disabled access and a safe swim zone.
Watersports include swimming and windsurfing and there is lifeguard cover in the summer months.
Dogs are not allowed on the main beach from the 1st May - 30th September, however they are allowed on the promenade on a short lead.
Up to its usual standard
October 2023
Excellent beach with a couple of miles walk possible along the promenade, soft sand and plenty of options for refreshments. Barbeques are also permitted.
June 2023
Shell Bay Beach
(3 miles)
(4)
Shell Bay beach is an unspoilt sandy beach, backed by dunes and heathland which gives it a beautifully wild feel. With spectacular views across the bay to nearby Bournemouth, it also provides a good vantage point for watching the ships passing in and out of Poole Harbour.
Except during the busiest summer months, the beach is usually a haven of tranquillity. Situated on the south side of the mouth of Poole Harbour, at the very tip of the National Trust owned Studland Peninsula, it's harder to reach but well worth the effort. Either drive along the full length of the peninsula from the Swanage end, and you'll find Shell Bay is the last of Studland's beautiful beaches. Alternatively, catch the ferry from Sandbanks which runs regularly and carries vehicles, foot passengers and cyclists across the entrance to the harbour to the opposite shore.
The beach is great for family-friendly bathing, fishing and a variety of watersports including sailing and windsurfing. It also has toilets and plenty of parking. There is a designated naturist area between Shell Bay and Knoll Beach.
Dogs are welcome all year round, during the winter months there are no restrictions but between 1 April and 30 September they are required to be on a short lead (max 2m).
Shell Bay Seafood Restaurant lies opposite the beach - an outstanding, Michelin-listed eatery with fine views out over Poole Harbour and Brownsea Island.
Stayed in Sandbanks many times - this was the 1st time we caught the ferry on foot - had a lovely peaceful time walking the dog. Will definitely make a return trip next time down ?
October 2023
Beautiful and quiet
September 2023
Why did the system not accept my review until I upped my review from 2 star to 3 star. Funny that!
January 2020
Disappointed with the beach. It has deteriorated since we were last there, probably due to weather. There are now 2 streams crossing it which means that you have to do a detour to carry on walking on the beach. This in turn is causing additional damage and wear to dunes etc. All it needs is the National Trust to spend a little money to put some stepping stones in
January 2020
September 2023
Thank you for a lovely stay. Your place was well equipped with everything we needed and ery comfortable with lovely views. We enjoyed our stay immensely
September 2023
Perfect place for a family girls trip. Lovely place with lovely sunset views
September 2023
We have had a truly lovely stay at your beautiful home. So much wildlife to see and enjoy on the doorstep. We've spent several hours just at the little private beach as the weather thas been perfect! We absalutely love the views that change everytime you look at them - the bird watching is great here too. We've visited all along Sandbanks all of Studland Bay, Swanage, been on a boat trip of the Harbour and seen the Monkeys at Monkey World, plus friends and family have come on some trips too. All in all a fabulous few days and have a location we won;t hesitate to recommend.Thank you.
August 2023
We have had the most amazing time in this wonderful place
August 2023
All 8 of us girls had an amazing time..thankyou
August 2023
Amazing house in a good location, an enjoyable 5 nights
May 2023
We loved the way the house was decorated. It was absolutely gorgeous!
May 2023
What a fabulous stay we have had for may half term! Weather has been amazing and number 5 is the most amazing, comfortable, stylish, immaculate place we've stayed ever! Fiona does an excellent job and was very helpful with all our queries prior to our stay. Like all previous guests we do not want to leave. Hope to return. Thank you!
April 2023
We had a wonderful holiday staying No 5 The Salterns. Stylish accommodation, beautiful decor and well equipped on a fab location with excellent views.
April 2023
We have enjoyed our stay in your lovely stylish house. Every room beautifully furnished and a well equipped kitchen. We love coming to Poole and this is the best house we have stayed in. Thanks for a great holiday.
September 2022
We had a lovely time. Although no pets are allowed it might be worth highlighting that the owners have pets as it was evident that was dog hair on the carpets and flooring which may be an issue for some people with allergies.
Thank you for your feedback, and we are glad you had a lovely time at the property. We have looked into your comments and found that the rug and carpets are pure wool and do shed slightly. It has been noted that whilst the owners do have a dog they have not been at the property for some while. We make a note on our system that occasionally the owner may stay at the property with a dog specifically to notify any guest with allergies. The property is fully cleaned after owners visit to ensure no evidence of dog has been at the property, once again than you for your feedback.
- The Toad Hall Team
August 2022
Yes. It was nice. If people had been next door would have been far less nice. Your service has been excellent. All queries quickly answered. Very happy with that
July 2022
Fiona the caretaker was very helpful and professional
July 2022
It’s a beautiful house in a beautiful location, great for water sports, bring your own equipment. Local Thai and fish ‘n chip restaurants serve delicious food and are very friendly. Mark Bennett’s bakery has a wide range of amazing breads, pastries, sandwiches. Perfect for breakfast also. Little Tesco also around the corner, perfect for a little stock up. Easy walking distance to either Sandbanks or Poole where there are also lots of amenities. Sandbanks beach is beautiful.
June 2022
It is a fabulous property and we can't wait to come again. Fiona is an excellent caretaker and was very available and helpful and communicative.
June 2022
Fiona and her team ensured the house was immaculate and it really was spotless. Best beds ever! Bed and bedding was superb and we felt like we were sleeping on clouds. The views from the house were beautiful. Fish and chip shop had the widest range of fish options we have ever seen and it was delicious. Bakery was fabulous and they will take pre-orders which is worth knowing. Thai restaurant very good and they also offer take-away. Walk to Evening Hill and then along to Sandbanks beach is lovely. Compton Acres worth a visit. Monkey World towards Wareham is a special place where they rescue primates from all over the world. Poole Town has a wonderful Deli by Tesco Express on the marina. Brownsea Island is really special but best to go in reasonable weather and take a picnic. Lilliput is a brilliant location. Moors Valley Country Park just beyond Ringwood offers something for everyone. We had a harbour boat trip for £10 for the hour and it was great value plus the commentary was really interesting. We had a brilliant holiday. Thank you to the admin team at Toad Hall Cottages for providing plenty of information and responding promptly to booking queries.
October 2021
Very relaxing place to stay.
Thank you for your assessment. We are delighted you enjoyed your stay at the Salterns.
- The Toad Hall Team
October 2021
we loved the property and location - away from the bustle of Poole but close to great amenities.
Thank you for your feedback, we are pleased you enjoyed the stay at The Salterns
- The Toad Hall Team
September 2021
We loved staying here. The views, the quality furnishings, the accessories that made it homely, the premium beds and linen - all wow, thank you. Thank you to Fiona - helpful and responsive - plus this place is spotless. The Koh Thai, fish and chip shop all on the doorstep and first class. We enjoyed walking to Sandbanks, on Brownsea Island and around Kingston Lacey. Weather mixed but house oh so toasty. Thank you
September 2021
Lovely House, had a great time and would love to stay here again. Nice easy walk to Poole, 50 minutes coastal walk. A pint on "The Deck" highly recommended. Thank you.
We are very pleased you enjoyed your stay at The Salterns.
- The Toad Hall Team
June 2021
We had the most wonderful stay. The caretaker (Fiona) was so very helpful. Everything about this place was wonderful. We even rebooked for next year!!!!
June 2021
Lovely house in a fabulous location. Would happily recommend & happily come back.
June 2021
We had a wonderful stay and Fiona the housekeeper was excellent. It was extremely welcome to receive a call the day before telling me about local attractions and shops for the essentials. Also a text the day after arriving checking everything was ok.
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September 2023
Thank you for a lovely stay. Your place was well equipped with everything we needed and ery comfortable with lovely views. We enjoyed our stay immensely
September 2023
Perfect place for a family girls trip. Lovely place with lovely sunset views
September 2023
We have had a truly lovely stay at your beautiful home. So much wildlife to see and enjoy on the doorstep. We've spent several hours just at the little private beach as the weather thas been perfect! We absalutely love the views that change everytime you look at them - the bird watching is great here too. We've visited all along Sandbanks all of Studland Bay, Swanage, been on a boat trip of the Harbour and seen the Monkeys at Monkey World, plus friends and family have come on some trips too. All in all a fabulous few days and have a location we won;t hesitate to recommend.Thank you.
August 2023
We have had the most amazing time in this wonderful place
August 2023
All 8 of us girls had an amazing time..thankyou
August 2023
Amazing house in a good location, an enjoyable 5 nights
May 2023
We loved the way the house was decorated. It was absolutely gorgeous!
May 2023
What a fabulous stay we have had for may half term! Weather has been amazing and number 5 is the most amazing, comfortable, stylish, immaculate place we've stayed ever! Fiona does an excellent job and was very helpful with all our queries prior to our stay. Like all previous guests we do not want to leave. Hope to return. Thank you!
April 2023
We had a wonderful holiday staying No 5 The Salterns. Stylish accommodation, beautiful decor and well equipped on a fab location with excellent views.
April 2023
We have enjoyed our stay in your lovely stylish house. Every room beautifully furnished and a well equipped kitchen. We love coming to Poole and this is the best house we have stayed in. Thanks for a great holiday.
September 2022
We had a lovely time. Although no pets are allowed it might be worth highlighting that the owners have pets as it was evident that was dog hair on the carpets and flooring which may be an issue for some people with allergies.
Thank you for your feedback, and we are glad you had a lovely time at the property. We have looked into your comments and found that the rug and carpets are pure wool and do shed slightly. It has been noted that whilst the owners do have a dog they have not been at the property for some while. We make a note on our system that occasionally the owner may stay at the property with a dog specifically to notify any guest with allergies. The property is fully cleaned after owners visit to ensure no evidence of dog has been at the property, once again than you for your feedback.
- The Toad Hall Team
August 2022
Yes. It was nice. If people had been next door would have been far less nice. Your service has been excellent. All queries quickly answered. Very happy with that
July 2022
Fiona the caretaker was very helpful and professional
July 2022
It’s a beautiful house in a beautiful location, great for water sports, bring your own equipment. Local Thai and fish ‘n chip restaurants serve delicious food and are very friendly. Mark Bennett’s bakery has a wide range of amazing breads, pastries, sandwiches. Perfect for breakfast also. Little Tesco also around the corner, perfect for a little stock up. Easy walking distance to either Sandbanks or Poole where there are also lots of amenities. Sandbanks beach is beautiful.
June 2022
It is a fabulous property and we can't wait to come again. Fiona is an excellent caretaker and was very available and helpful and communicative.
June 2022
Fiona and her team ensured the house was immaculate and it really was spotless. Best beds ever! Bed and bedding was superb and we felt like we were sleeping on clouds. The views from the house were beautiful. Fish and chip shop had the widest range of fish options we have ever seen and it was delicious. Bakery was fabulous and they will take pre-orders which is worth knowing. Thai restaurant very good and they also offer take-away. Walk to Evening Hill and then along to Sandbanks beach is lovely. Compton Acres worth a visit. Monkey World towards Wareham is a special place where they rescue primates from all over the world. Poole Town has a wonderful Deli by Tesco Express on the marina. Brownsea Island is really special but best to go in reasonable weather and take a picnic. Lilliput is a brilliant location. Moors Valley Country Park just beyond Ringwood offers something for everyone. We had a harbour boat trip for £10 for the hour and it was great value plus the commentary was really interesting. We had a brilliant holiday. Thank you to the admin team at Toad Hall Cottages for providing plenty of information and responding promptly to booking queries.
October 2021
Very relaxing place to stay.
Thank you for your assessment. We are delighted you enjoyed your stay at the Salterns.
- The Toad Hall Team
October 2021
we loved the property and location - away from the bustle of Poole but close to great amenities.
Thank you for your feedback, we are pleased you enjoyed the stay at The Salterns
- The Toad Hall Team
September 2021
We loved staying here. The views, the quality furnishings, the accessories that made it homely, the premium beds and linen - all wow, thank you. Thank you to Fiona - helpful and responsive - plus this place is spotless. The Koh Thai, fish and chip shop all on the doorstep and first class. We enjoyed walking to Sandbanks, on Brownsea Island and around Kingston Lacey. Weather mixed but house oh so toasty. Thank you
September 2021
Lovely House, had a great time and would love to stay here again. Nice easy walk to Poole, 50 minutes coastal walk. A pint on "The Deck" highly recommended. Thank you.
We are very pleased you enjoyed your stay at The Salterns.
- The Toad Hall Team
June 2021
We had the most wonderful stay. The caretaker (Fiona) was so very helpful. Everything about this place was wonderful. We even rebooked for next year!!!!
June 2021
Lovely house in a fabulous location. Would happily recommend & happily come back.
June 2021
We had a wonderful stay and Fiona the housekeeper was excellent. It was extremely welcome to receive a call the day before telling me about local attractions and shops for the essentials. Also a text the day after arriving checking everything was ok.
Rockets & Rascals Poole
(Less than a mile)
(3)
A friendly and welcoming dog-friendly café serving delicious, fresh and healthy food, which is a popular spot with cyclists thanks to its adjoining bike shop. Whether meeting friends for breakfast, a family lunch or refuelling from your cycle ride, you can enjoy freshly baked cakes, vegan and gluten free treats, salads and sandwiches, as well as juices, smoothies and freshly-ground coffee. If you’re in a rush or planning a picnic, you can also get your food boxed up and take it away with you.
Rockets and Rascals (T: 01202 708842) salterns court, Sandbanks Rd, Lilliput, Poole, BH14 8HS
Great cafe and lunch place, so friendly staff and clientele, terrace seating al fresco.
July 2023
A lovely friendly welcome and a tasty breakfast.
October 2021
Such a cool place. Really friendly knowledgeable & helpful staff. Can highly recommend.
June 2021
Koh Thai - Lilliput
(Less than a mile)
(8)
Contemporary Thai restaurant serving acclaimed Thai cuisine in stylish surroundings. Just minutes from Sandbanks this cool little eatery also cooks up some great cocktails at the bar.
Koh Thai Lilliput 292 Sandbanks Rd, BH14 8HX (T: 01202 914997)
Great good and service, well worth a visit.
November 2023
Wonderful food and atmosphere.
September 2023
Never had a bad experience here. Staff always friendly and efficient and the food tastes very fresh and full of flavour. The place has nice vibe to it. The evening closing time is later than some other restaurants too; 10.30pm on a Saturday night. If you have the energy to walk up Evening Hill from Sandbanks, harbourside, to get here, you'll get great views especially at sunset.
July 2023
Great friendly restaurant, delicious food, good value
July 2022
What an excellent restaurant. The service was wonderful and the food was amazing. Well worth a visit.
June 2022
Food was good but service was very very slow and not up to standard. We had our meals served the other way round, our main courses arrived first, them followed by the starters and the cocktails turned up last!!!
October 2021
A seriously good thai restaurant - a good 'modern' vibe, great music, excellent cocktails, made properly, a good menu with a good range of food and excellent staff.
October 2021
Highly recommended. The food was absolutely delicious. Service was done with a smile but it was a little slow on the evening we visited. The side dishes to share were well worth trying. A very nice clean venue.
June 2021
The Anchorage
(2 miles)
(1)
Super stylish bar and restaurant in leafy Canford Cliffs offering a wide ranging menu focusing on high quality fresh local meat, fish and seafood.
Anchorage 47 Haven Rd, Canford Cliffs, Poole BH13 7LH (T: 01202 609000)
Yes but was told no longer accepting walk ins at 7pm which is mad as it was not busy. Did not return.
July 2023
Ocean Palace
(2 miles)
Beach front Asian restaurant at The Harbour Height's hotel, offering fresh, expertly cooked cuisine with stunning sea views. The menu offers all the classics along with light bites and some lesser-known specialities. Open for lunch and dinner.
Ocean Palace, Harbour Heights Hotel, Haven Road, Sandbanks BH13 7LW (T: 01202 707272))
Baffi - Canford Cliffs
(2 miles)
(1)
One of a small local chain of modern Italian restaurants specialising in wood fired Neopolitan pizzas . Add some fresh antipasti, salad or a mouth watering dessert to your order for a truly authentic Italian experience, all created with super fresh high quality ingredients. Some interesting Italian wines and aperitifs to choose from too. Kids menu available.
Baffi Pizza 44 Haven Road, Poole BH13 7LP (T: 01202 708666)
Delicious pizza and covered everyone’s tastes. Amazing for the whole family.
June 2023
Jetski Safaris
(Less than a mile)
(2)
Friendly company offering thrilling powerboat rides and jetski safaris to get you out on the water in the spectacular Poole Harbour and surrounding Jurassic coastline.
Click here for more details
Save £10 per booking with code toadhall10 or on presentation of your Toad Hall Cottages discount card
Absolutely loved it
August 2023
Tried to book via the website only to find out that in 2021 they were no longer offering jet ski safaris.
June 2021
Poole Harbour Watersports
(Less than a mile)
Operating for over 20 years in the harbour’s safe, sandy waters providing windsurfing and kite surfing courses; SUP tours, tuition and hire, kayak tours and hire and kids clubs. AALA and British Kitesports Approved.
Click here for further details
Castaway Charters
(Less than a mile)
Experience the beautiful scenery of the Jurassic coast aboard a 45ft high performance cruiser from Castaway Charters. Friendly, experience skipper offering affordable day, half day and evening cruises, as well as one hour harbour cruises.
Click here for further details
Compton Acres
(2 miles)
(7)
Explore ten acres of beautiful gardens full of unusual plants and flowers from around the world. There’s also a plant centre, choice of cafes and a bakery selling tempting cakes and snacks . Dogs on leads welcome.
Click here for further details
Beautiful gardens, dogs allowed. Especially loved the Japanese garden. Superb tea shop/restaurant.
November 2023
Lovely attraction. Unexpectedly large gardens, all presented in different areas. The Italian and Japanese gardens were beautiful. The cafe served very good soup.
October 2023
Wonderful gardens & sculptures. The Japanese gardens are spectacular.
September 2023
Really really good. Great coffee shop and friendly staff.
July 2023
This place was truly amazing. Beautiful garden designs. I particularly like the water features and the Japanese garden.
May 2023
Highly recommend to visit this attraction. A wonderful hidden gem in Poole. The gardens were beautiful and you feel like you're somewhere else in another country! A must see!
October 2021
Far far better than we expected
May 2021
The Ark at Poole Park
(2 miles)
Lots of family fun to be had at this all weather attraction featuring an ice rink, soft play area, ice cream parlour and spacious café conveniently located in the centre of Poole Park overlooking the lake. Please note the soft play is for under 11’s only.
Click here for further details
Shore Road Beach, Sandbanks
(Less than a mile)
(1)
Shore Road is a golden sandy beach with a promenade that stretches for miles along the beautiful Sandbanks peninsula - perfect for a seaside stroll or cycle (except during peak times in July & August from 10am to 6pm when cycles are not permitted).
Famed for its Mediterranean-style cafes and outstanding views across the harbour to the Purbeck hills and Brownsea Island, this beach is very family-friendly thanks to its gentle slope into clean waters and seasonal lifeguard cover.
Dogs are not allowed on the main beach from 1st May - 30th September, however they are permitted on the promenade on a lead all year round.
This Blue Flag standard beach has several watersports hire shops and many other beach facilities, including plenty of parking, cafe/restaurant, beach shop, beach huts and deck chairs for hire, toilets and outdoor showers, and reusable water bottle drinking water refill points.
House very near to the clean, sandy beach….excellent
July 2023
Canford Cliffs Beach
(2 miles)
A beautifully quiet and tranquil stretch of golden sandy beach where you can enjoy a swim in crystal clear waters or relax in the sunshine on the soft sand with a picnic and a book. Apart from toilets on the promenade, there are no facilities at the beach itself but the shops, bars and restaurants of Canford Cliffs are within easy walking distance.
Sandbanks Beach
(2 miles)
(29)
Set on a small peninsula, just a stone's throw from some of the most expensive and exclusive homes in the country, the world-renowned Sandbanks beach is one of the most beautiful and clean beaches on the South Coast of England.
This spacious, family-friendly beach is blessed with soft golden sand, crystal clear waters and breathtaking views of across the English Channel; and has earned the coveted Blue Flag status for 30 consecutive years.
Beach facilities include a crazy golf course, children's play area, barbecue area, toilets and a cafe.
There is a designated area for dogs at the western end of Sandbanks beach (near the chain ferry). Dog owners are requested to always keep dogs on a lead on the promenade.
Best place in the world for dog walking - Our dog Alfie had just the best weekend ??
October 2023
Great beach, but don't tell anyone (let's keep it to ourselves)!
September 2023
GORGEOUS beach
September 2023
Excellent sandy beach less than 5 minutes walk from house.
September 2023
Amazing
September 2023
Excellent - great for kids and very clean
August 2023
It's hard to beat sandbanks, it's the perfect family beach and nearby Studland is beautiful and still a little bit wild and rugged, in a very good way.
August 2023
Amazing dog friendly beach. Very clean and the water is so clear. Great for dog walking, paddling and shell spotting.
August 2023
Gorgeous beach with great facilities. Large dog friendly area.
July 2023
Gorgeous beaches with good facilities .
July 2023
Just the best beach (but don't tell anyone - we like it keep it to ourselves)
July 2023
Excellent for children and dogs
June 2023
Best dog beach ever.
May 2023
Beautiful clean beach Lovely spot for swimming Great for children
May 2023
Very busy beach, not particularly tidal so sea never far out. Pleasure to sit and watch all the boats and water sports. My husband was bitten by a jelly fish so recommend beach shoes!
August 2022
What a beautiful Sandy child friendly beach. Calm little coves, plenty of clean facilities and a new er ending supply of seashells despite how many we took
June 2022
Great beach for children. We enjoyed walking along and the beach cafe and the crazy golf.
April 2022
Beautiful fine sandy beach
April 2022
We stayed at 1 Westpoint and the beach is just a short walk from the house which was excellent. I recommend also to take the short ferry ride to Shell Bay beach which was lovely too.
October 2021
Beautiful, clean beach
June 2021
Excellent beach
June 2021
Great beach for little ones
September 2020
The cleanest beach we have been to in Britain and in these strange times, grest social distancing from everyone there
August 2020
Amazing beach - who needs the med when you have sandbanks
August 2020
Had an excellent stay over New Year. Clean, well equipped and warm. Everything we hoped for. Handy for beach and ferry, with Swanage, Poole and Bournemouth not far away. Would definitely like to return.
January 2020
We rented a hut on Sandbanks which was brilliant as with 5 children, we had a lot of stuff that could be left there all week. The only thing that lets this beach down is the cost of parking for the day and the terrible shortage of ladies loos. People are using the loos to change in and this results on ridiculously long queues on sunny holiday days. The beach is beautiful and very clean and safe for small children..
September 2019
Fantastic beach out of season, very dog friendly
November 2018
Excellent. Clean and child safe
July 2018
A nice property with good location to nearby beach and ferries. (Although ferry traffic gets busy on Panorama Road at times) Layout of property good on 3 levels. Only disappointment was level of cleanliness dirty floors and balcony furniture. Something easily remedied
July 2018
Branksome Chine Beach
(2 miles)
(2)
Branksome Beach is a wide, golden stretch of sand popular among locals and visitors alike, in part due to its Blue Flag status which highlights high standards of cleanliness on the beach and in the bathing waters.
The beach benefits from a promenade behind and many facilities including beach huts, shop, bar and restaurant. There is also good disabled access and a safe swim zone.
Watersports include swimming and windsurfing and there is lifeguard cover in the summer months.
Dogs are not allowed on the main beach from the 1st May - 30th September, however they are allowed on the promenade on a short lead.
Up to its usual standard
October 2023
Excellent beach with a couple of miles walk possible along the promenade, soft sand and plenty of options for refreshments. Barbeques are also permitted.
June 2023
Shell Bay Beach
(3 miles)
(4)
Shell Bay beach is an unspoilt sandy beach, backed by dunes and heathland which gives it a beautifully wild feel. With spectacular views across the bay to nearby Bournemouth, it also provides a good vantage point for watching the ships passing in and out of Poole Harbour.
Except during the busiest summer months, the beach is usually a haven of tranquillity. Situated on the south side of the mouth of Poole Harbour, at the very tip of the National Trust owned Studland Peninsula, it's harder to reach but well worth the effort. Either drive along the full length of the peninsula from the Swanage end, and you'll find Shell Bay is the last of Studland's beautiful beaches. Alternatively, catch the ferry from Sandbanks which runs regularly and carries vehicles, foot passengers and cyclists across the entrance to the harbour to the opposite shore.
The beach is great for family-friendly bathing, fishing and a variety of watersports including sailing and windsurfing. It also has toilets and plenty of parking. There is a designated naturist area between Shell Bay and Knoll Beach.
Dogs are welcome all year round, during the winter months there are no restrictions but between 1 April and 30 September they are required to be on a short lead (max 2m).
Shell Bay Seafood Restaurant lies opposite the beach - an outstanding, Michelin-listed eatery with fine views out over Poole Harbour and Brownsea Island.
Stayed in Sandbanks many times - this was the 1st time we caught the ferry on foot - had a lovely peaceful time walking the dog. Will definitely make a return trip next time down ?
October 2023
Beautiful and quiet
September 2023
Why did the system not accept my review until I upped my review from 2 star to 3 star. Funny that!
January 2020
Disappointed with the beach. It has deteriorated since we were last there, probably due to weather. There are now 2 streams crossing it which means that you have to do a detour to carry on walking on the beach. This in turn is causing additional damage and wear to dunes etc. All it needs is the National Trust to spend a little money to put some stepping stones in
January 2020
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