Six-bed detached house on the Dorset peninsula Sandbanks is for sale for £9m

A six-bedroom detached property in the sun-soaked millionaires’ playground of Sandbanks is for sale for £9million – but the older style property could end up being bought only to be knocked down.

The Dorset peninsula is known for having some of the most expensive property in the world, with older homes snapped up by developers who replace them with ultra contemporary designs.

Last month, Sandbanks was crowned Britain’s property hotspot, with asking prices increasing 20 per cent in a single year.

The large Sandbanks family home is currently on the market with a price tag of £9million

The property is on the famous Dorset penisular, which is known as having some of the most expensive property in the world

There are only a few older homes left on the desirable peninsula for developers to get their hands on – and it could be argued that the best has been left until last.

This is because the six-bedroom house for sale boasts a 35 meter width water frontage, with direct access onto Poole Harbour as well as its own jetty. 

Fine & Country, which is one of the estate agents handling the sale, explained: ‘Super prime Sandbanks waterfront living awaits’.

The property enjoys a high degree of privacy, being discreetly hidden down a long drive.

It also sits on around an acre of land that is screened from the main road with an abundance of established trees and planting.

The house sits on around an acre of land and is screened by some established trees

The property enjoys a high degree of privacy, being discreetly hidden down a long drive

The house boasts its own 35 meter width water frontage, with far reaching views of the water

The property listing includes photos of the stunning waterside views from the house, and pictures of the exterior of the large home.

It shows no photos of the interior, with the agent explaining that it is in need of ‘major refurbishment’.

The agent said: ‘The property is in need of major refurbishment or could lend itself to be a development plot, subject to planning consents.’

It added: ‘Recognised as one of the world’s most exclusive places to live, Sandbanks enjoys international fam for its spectacular waterfront locations and award-winning sandy beaches.’

There is access to the water via the lawn and a private jetty.

The agent suggested in the listing that the property could lend itself to be a development plot, subject to planning consents

The harbour waters are well-known for year-round sports including windsurfing, water skiing, jet skiing and sailing

The harbour waters are well-known for year-round sports including windsurfing, water skiing, jet skiing and sailing.

The area is home to several marinas and yacht clubs, including the prestigious Royal Motor Yacht Club.

The average price of a property sold in Sandbanks during the past 12 months is £2,227,955.

It compares to £337,665 for the country as a whole, according to Zoopla.