Optima – the plural of optimum – encapsulates the glorious setting, design and finish of this home

Optima, this elegant four-bed home that fuses local natural elements (such as Portland stone) with high-quality fittings and finishes, is as spectacular as its setting. The house sits in a private enclave on the edge of Poole Harbour, adjoining a nature reserve and golf course.

The vast garden has private, direct access to the nature reserve

Once eyes can be torn away from the glorious grounds and views, the house itself is a masterpiece of contemporary design over three floors. The main living space is on the first floor (there’s a lift, of course), but the entrance space on the ground floor sets the tone, opening up the whole building and awash with light from generous use of glass.

Statement entrance hall provides seating areas and opens up the whole house

The first floor is surely where most time will be spent – this where you can find a palatial open plan kitchen/living/dining room. From this space is access to three separate terraces for when dining and drinking flows out onto the beautifully-finished exterior space (selection made depending on which of the glorious views you’d like to enjoy).

Open-plan, spacious and bright kitchen-dining-living space forms the heart of the house

Despite the distractions of the views, the kitchen area deserves its share of attention: it’s architect-designed and fitted with all the latest and most popular features, like a Quooker instant hot water tap. There is plenty of space for informal meals to be enjoyed right in the action, with a generous breakfast bar and nearby seating areas.

This is a kitchen that makes cooking feel easy and sociable

For those who enjoy their wine, hearts will be lost to the beautiful and eminently practical wine room, two climate controlled fridge units and glass doors to provide public displays of the array. The wine room’s proximity to the dining area allows hosts to usher guests inside to select beverages for the night..

A wine room beside the dining area will delight the oenophile, but may force sharing

For a little more privacy, this floor also has a separate, cosy lounge with access to one of the terraces to allow for multiple parties or groups to spend an evening within without disturbing each other (i.e. the kids can have their friends over too!).

A cosier sitting area provides further options when the house is busy

Climb up to the second floor (or whizz up in the lift) to find four en-suite bedrooms, all of which bathe in natural light from vast windows and provide space and luxury for occupants.

Bedrooms are dominated by light and landscape to create a soothing space for sleep

The master suite gets the ultimate wow factor. It stretches across the back of the property, with full-height windows providing a stunning harbour view and access to a huge terrace.

The master bedroom suite is spectacular, complete with space and sublime views

Add in a dressing room and an exquisite en-suite bathroom to complete a welcoming, spacious, and luxurious area for the main householders. The bathrooms are as elegantly finished as the rooms, with showers and free-standing tubs to cater to all preferences.

Large bathrooms are considerately designed and provide all the latest fixtures

The top floor of the property is perhaps the sensible, convenient space, with a fully fitted laundry utility room and an office space sitting over the stairs to provide a quiet place to concentrate and work. There is another working space on the ground floor, if required.

The stairwell is elegant and bright, immaculately designed

When the work is done, down on the ground floor is surely where householders will congregate to chill. This space has a glamourous indoor pool suite that features a sauna, shower room and glazed doors that open up for the balmy summer days. The pool is, without a doubt, spectacular and well-sized.

Who needs a leisure centre membership when you have your own at home?

There is an additional space down here that could be turned into a gym – ideal for working up a sweat, before a refreshing swim and a sauna session.

The sauna is a popular addition to contemporary houses

The house is a marvel, but then so are the gardens with their perfect blend of formal lawns merging into the wilder natural landscape. There are pathways, spaces of contemplation and a small pond, as well as private access to the nature reserve. The water of Poole Harbour is just a few minutes walk away.

With the proximity to sea and greenery, this magnificent home is a dream for nature lovers and dogwalkers

Optima is located close to world-renowned Sandbanks and within easy reach of high-quality restaurants, yacht clubs and an exclusive golf club. Water sports enthusiasts will love the proximity to Poole Harbour and all the facilities on offer there, while walkers will relish striding along this World Heritage coastline.

Alternatively, just flop on your terrace with a beverage and soak up your glorious home

For getting in and out Bournemouth Airport is just 8 miles away, with more connections available at London Heathrow and Gatwick Airports, both around 85 miles away. Poole train station provide regular connections to London, with a travel time of around 2 hours.

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