4 Bedroom Villa in Sandbanks, Dorset

Some homes just have that certain feel right from the first step in. This four bedroom villa in Sandbanks, Dorset, really does that. I remember pausing in the entryway of Optima and just letting the open welcome soak in. Even though you are firmly in Dorset, sometimes with the sunlight sweeping right across the living room and the terraces flung wide open, it feels a little like the Mediterranean or somewhere in southern California. The sea air, that little bit of warmth, it all mixes together in a way that is hard to find anywhere else.

This isn't the usual new build you see dotted across Poole Harbour. Optima has real character. The design stands out in that quiet way, sort of calm and confident, never shouting for your attention but always catching your eye. The area is one of the most private parts of Sandbanks so you really feel tucked away, even though the best of Dorset is waiting just outside. When I walked through the house, the sense of space was what got me first. Nearly ten thousand square feet if you look at the numbers but honestly, what matters is these wide living spaces that never box you in. On the main floor, the reception opens straight into the dining room and from there your eye just keeps travelling past the windows and out to the views over Poole Harbour. Every room seems to stretch with light.

If you actually like cooking, you'll probably love the kitchen here. It feels like you might want to prep a real meal and not just order something in. There is even a wine cellar tucked away nearby and it just begged for a slow dinner with a few friends or family hanging around the table with no rush at all. You get terraces all around too. I found myself out there just standing, watching seabirds and feeling that sea breeze. It is one of those places where early mornings could turn into long coffees and evenings just sort of slip into stargazing above the harbour. When you want a quieter nook though, there is this lovely extra sitting room off to the side. I could imagine anyone curling up with a book while everything else continues quietly in the background.

All four bedrooms are upstairs and they really feel like proper living spaces, not just somewhere to sleep. The main suite stands out. It is honestly so spacious. There is a private dressing area, another big terrace just for that suite, plus the view over Poole Harbour never leaves you. Even waking up in the morning would feel peaceful. Every bedroom comes with an en suite so everyone has their own comfort and even the second suite would be a showstopper almost anywhere else. The walk in wardrobe is so big you could probably lose track of time choosing your outfit.

Head downstairs and suddenly it is like you are in a whole wellness retreat. There is an indoor pool that somehow stays bright all day. Nothing tucked away in a shadowy basement. You might actually want to swim a few laps, clear your mind, maybe even just float for a while. If working out is your thing, there is a real gym ready for a proper session. Sauna too, for when you want to shut the world out for an hour. There is also a space that could be a study or a games room or even a mini cinema. And the garage just makes everything easy when you are coming and going.

Sandbanks itself has that classic Dorset energy. Luscombe Valley Nature Reserve is just nearby for when you need your feet in the grass. Parkstone Golf Club is an easy trip if you like to play at the weekend and the famous Sandbanks beach is only a stroll away. Sometimes in the evenings you can hear kids on bikes and families with dogs all heading back home with sand between their toes. Life feels calm and a bit sun kissed.

There is smart home tech here too but honestly, what really stays with you is how easy it all feels. It is hard to show that sort of comfort in photos or brochures. The only real way is to come and sense it for yourself. If Optima in Sandbanks or just the Dorset lifestyle catches your eye, I would be happy to chat or walk you through it. At LuxuryProperty.com we really want your next move to feel just right and we are here if you need anything at all.