Luxury cottage in Studland comes on the market for £4m

Four-bed cottage with pool and panoramic views now up for sale <i>(Image: DOMVS Swanage)</i>
Four-bed cottage with pool and panoramic views now up for sale (Image: DOMVS Swanage)
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A luxury cottage in Studland, often referred to as 'the new Sandbanks', has just come on the market.

Ballard Cottage, in the exclusive Glebe Estate, is being sold by DOMVS estate agents for a guide price of £4m.

This four-bedroom, four-bathroom home offers uninterrupted views of the sea and countryside, a private heated pool and is situated on one of the sunniest plots in the area.

While the rest of Studland village loses the sunlight by late afternoon, Ballard Cottage continues to bask in the evening sun due to its elevated, south-facing position.

Solar-powered retreat hits market in Studland (Image: DOMVS Swanage) John Beauchamp, from DOMVS, said: "This is one of those locations buyers wait years for.

"Studland is already one of the most sought-after spots on the South Coast, but the Glebe Estate takes it a step further - no traffic, no crowds, fewer planning restrictions and sun that lasts into the evening."

The property boasts a fully landscaped garden with sunlit terraces, a deck that overlooks the valley, and a library landing offering views of the Jurassic Coast.

Inside, the house features a Tesla Powerwall 2, ground source heating and solar panels.

Despite having a pool and four bathrooms, average energy bills are said to be just £80 a month.

Luxury coastal home offers sea views and sunset terraces (Image: DOMVS Swanage) The current owner, who has lived there for more than ten years, said: "What we’ve loved most is the sense of escape, without ever feeling isolated.

"We love walking straight from the front door, up onto Ballard Down, through the woods, and looping back along the beach.

"The views are simply breathtaking, and South Beach, with its gin-clear water, is just magical."

Studland has gained attention as a refined alternative to Sandbanks, with The Times describing it as one of the UK’s "poshest seaside villages".

Within this exclusive postcode, the Glebe Estate is said to offer more privacy and fewer development restrictions compared with neighbouring conservation areas.

According to the estate agents, this is a location that buyers wait years for.

For further information or to arrange a viewing, contact John Beauchamp on 01929 501 500 or visit the DOMVS website.

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