Zola house

About this property

Set in the popular seaside town of Poole, Dorset is this sizeable four-bedroom house, Zola house. Accommodating eight guests and offering substantial living and outdoor space, the property is ideal for a family break near the Southwest coast of England. On arrival, make use of the ample private driveway, with space for four cars, whilst collecting your belongings and heading towards the welcoming interior. Entering through the spacious hallway, be met by the main sitting room, perfect for a family gathering, boasting a woodburning stove, a sea of seating and a selection of games to keep your party entertained. Certain to entice any budding chefs, arrive at the well-stocked kitchen, delivering all the essentials for everyday living, followed by a utility, cloakroom, and storage area, which can be used to air out your wetsuits or store your sporting equipment after a day at sea. Moving through to the second sitting room, with an adjoining conservatory/dining area, use this as your social hub, fitting for an intimate movie night, relaxing in front of the woodburning stove, or a home-cooked meal with rolling views of the rear woodlands. Through the patio doors you'll find a generously-sized garden, perfect for outdoor entertaining, set over various levels with seating, a barbecue, an outdoor summerhouse, and stunning leafy visions of the countryside; why not spend your evenings outdoors, secluded from the hustle and bustle of the village? As the evening grows darker, head upstairs to four well-presented king-size bedrooms, one of which has its own en-suite shower and dressing room, all close access to an additional family bathroom and storage. If you instead fancy a night out, there with are an abundance of delicious hotspots to consider, serving local produce from the nearby bay; taverns, restaurants and local eateries can all be found a short stroll away. By day, head for a family day out towards Bournemouth Pier, relax on Flaghead Chine beach, or explore Wimborne Model Town and its miniature world. Perfect for sunny breaks, stroll around the paths of Bournemouth Upper Gardens, take in the beauty of Abbotsbury Subtropical Gardens and some of its rare plants, or embrace the 60 miles of Purbeck Heritage Coast and its sensational shores. For immersive experiences, head over to Liberty's Owl, Raptor & Reptile Centre, ski down the slopes of Snowtrax Alpine Activity Centre, or ride down the first pier to shore zipline at PierZip at RockReef. For a memorable break for the entire family, choose Zola house in Poole, Dorset.

Poole is dominated by one of the world's largest natural harbours, which is home to five pine-clad islands and offers regular boat tours. Brownsea Island is the largest of these islands, and it is here that Baden Powell founded the Scout Movement. The 'Isle of Purbeck', to the west, offers visitors gorgeous scenery, small villages, and stunning seascapes, as well as Lulworth Cove, Durdle Door, and Corfe Castle, all of which are well worth a visit. Sandbanks' neighbouring beaches offer good facilities for many types of watersports. Visit Bournemouth, a nearby family-friendly beach resort, or the interesting New Forest National Park, both of which are within driving distance. At any time of year, this is a fantastic vacation spot.

Accommodation

Four bedrooms: 1 x king-size with dressing room and en-suite shower, basin, and WC, 3 x king-size.

Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.

Cloakroom with basin and WC.

Kitchen.

Utility.

Sitting room with woodburning stove.

Second sitting room with woodburning stove, conservatory/dining area

Gas central heating with 2 x woodburning stove.

Electric double oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer and dishwasher.

TV, WiFi, and a selection of games.

Fuel, power, and starter pack for woodburning stove included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Travel cot available on request.

Private driveway for 4 cars.

Enclosed rear garden with patio, lawn, furniture, terrace, barbecue, and summerhouse.

One well-behaved dog welcome.

Sorry, no smoking.

Shop and pub 0.6 miles, beach 1.6 miles.

Note: There are different levels to the rear garden.

500m walk from the entrance to the prestigious Parkstone golf club