4 bed detached house for sale

Compton Avenue, Lilliput BH14

Situated within walking distance of Poole Harbour and in the sought-after Lilliput school catchment, this attractive four-bedroom detached home offers a wonderful blend of 1930s charm, generous accommodation and exciting potential. Offered chain free, the property benefits from two bathrooms, a private south-facing garden and ample side access for additional parking and storage.

Built in the 1930s, the house retains a number of original features while having been updated over the years. The ground floor begins with a spacious reception hall leading to all the principal rooms, together with a convenient cloakroom/WC. To the front, the substantial living room features an original fireplace, creating a welcoming space to relax and unwind.

To the rear, the dining room, sun room and kitchen offer excellent scope for reconfiguration, with the potential to create a bright, open-plan kitchen, dining and family space ideally suited to modern living. There is also further potential to extend, subject to the necessary planning permissions.

Upstairs, a generous landing leads to four well-proportioned bedrooms, a family bathroom and an en-suite to the principal bedroom. The loft provides useful additional storage, with potential for future conversion, subject to the relevant consents.

Outside, the private, level south-facing rear garden is a particular highlight, predominantly laid to lawn and offering an ideal setting for outdoor entertaining and family life. Convenient side access provides ample space for multiple vehicles, a boat or motorhome, while a detached garage offers additional flexibility. There is also potential to relocate the garage alongside the house, subject to feasibility, creating an even larger rear garden.

Combining period character, spacious accommodation and exciting scope to modernise and extend, this is a wonderful opportunity to create a bespoke family home in a highly desirable location close to Poole Harbour.

Tenure: Freehold

Council Tax Band: G (bcp Council)

EPC rating: D

Utilities: Mains Electricity, Gas, Water & Sewerage

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Lilliput is a highly desirable residential area situated between Poole Harbour and the prestigious Sandbanks peninsula. The neighbourhood enjoys a prime location close to the water, offering easy access to sailing facilities, marinas and scenic harbour walks. Lilliput village provides a convenient range of everyday amenities including cafés, restaurants, a bakery and local shops, creating a friendly community feel. The area is particularly popular with families thanks to its excellent local schools, including the well-regarded Lilliput First School. Housing in Lilliput is varied, ranging from character cottages and spacious family homes to contemporary luxury properties and stylish apartments. Many homes benefit from harbour glimpses or quiet tree-lined settings. Nearby Evening Hill viewpoint offers spectacular harbour views, while the beaches at Sandbanks are only a short drive or cycle away. With its strong community atmosphere and exceptional coastal location, Lilliput remains one of Poole’s most sought-after places to live.