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Sandbanks
John Lennon said a lot of memorable things. One being: ‘Sandbanks is the most beautiful place I know’. In 1965, he bought his Aunt Mimi a house on Panorama Road, now dubbed ‘Millionaire’s Row’. Walk along this desirable street, marvelling at the design of each impressive house (if you can see beyond the gates, that is), before heading to one of the affluent area’s excellent eateries. Dine in style at celebrity chef Rick Stein’s restaurant, where you may be so busy gazing at the panoramic view of Poole Harbour that you forget to tuck into your oysters charentaise or Cornish lobster. For more casual dining, try Oriel, Caff and Lazy Jacks.
Walk down to the award-winning Sandbanks beach, where you’ll not only be able to rent a beach hut, barbeque in one of the designated areas, hit some golf balls, and go all ‘Top Gun’ at the volleyball nets – you’ll also be able to step inside The Saltwater Sauna, an authentic Finnish wood-fired sauna. Feeling brave? Spend some time getting toasty in there, then dive into the sea for the ultimate hot-cold experience. If you’re after a more conventional way to relax, Sandbanks Massage Centre will be able to iron out any knots your body may have and encourage your mind to drift away.
If drifting sounds appealing, many water sports companies will be happy to offer lessons, tours or equipment hire. Try sailing, kayaking, paddleboarding, kitesurfing, jet-skiing, water-skiing, wakeboarding, ringo riding or aquatic jet-packing. Splash!
Another vessel you might like to ‘charter’ is the chain ferry, which will take you across to Studland Bay. From here, explore everything the Purbecks and Jurassic Coast have to offer. Or venture no further than Shell Bay restaurant, just off the ferry, where you can choose to dine inside or chill on the deck in one of the hammocks. Gently swaying with a cocktail in hand is highly recommended… and may just have you agreeing with the legendary Lennon.
Venture in the other direction from the house up the hill and you’ll soon reach the delights of Canford Cliffs
If you book a hair or beauty appointment at HNB in the affluent suburb of Canford Cliffs, you won’t even have to go to the bother of opening the door for yourself; a friendly doorman is standing guard, just waiting to welcome you. After you’ve been pampered (guys, we’re talking to you, too), show off your fresh look at one of the excellent restaurants in the village.
The Canford offers a seasonal menu, using local ingredients where possible, plus serves posh burgers from the Burger Shack outside. The garden also has a selection of cosy tiki huts in which you can dine. The Cliff, Stock and Baffi will also tickle your taste buds. As will Renoufs cheese and wine bar, where the experienced sommeliers will pair some of the 200 different wines from around the world with a selection of delectable cheeses and cured meats for you. The intimate bar also hosts fun wine-tasting events, such as quiz night Call My Quaff.
For all your bread, quiche, salad, soup and pastry desires, Oxford’s bakery – which has been baking since 1911 – has got you covered. If you’d like to get covered in flour, sign up for one of its bakery courses: Lamination Day, Super Sourdough, Traditional English or Family Baking Day. Aprons at the ready! The tempting treats from this artisan bakery are best enjoyed with a view, so head to Pinecliff Gardens, which overlooks Poole Bay. Old Harry is the perfect dining companion.
For more stunning gardens, visit nearby Compton Acres, which is recognised as one of the most important ornamental gardens in England. You’ll be in horticultural heaven as you wander through 10 acres of the beautifully landscaped grounds. Lose yourself in the Japanese, Italian, wooded, water and heather gardens, before finding the tea rooms for a sit down and slice of cake.
To get your complete fill of natural beauty in this area, the breathtaking view from Harbour Heights Hotel is not to be missed. Sitting on the terrace, with a sundowner in hand, watching the boats and birds of Poole Harbour do their thing, is one for the bucket list. Tick.