The Esplanade, Canford Cliffs, Poole, Dorset, BH13 7HZ

Charming three-bedroom penthouse apartment, ideally positioned approximately 500 metres from the beach at Canford Cliffs and perfectly suited as a main residence or coastal retreat.

Riviera Court occupies an enviable setting between the golden sands of Canford Cliffs Beach and the heart of the village, where an excellent choice of cafes, restaurants, boutiques and everyday amenities creates a wonderful coastal lifestyle.

A picturesque chine walkway leads down from the clifftop towards the beach, while the vibrant village atmosphere is right on the doorstep.

The apartment is situated on the top floor and is presented to a high standard throughout, with modern interiors and well-proportioned accommodation.

The smart kitchen is fitted with a range of integrated appliances, while the living accommodation provides an inviting setting for everyday living and entertaining.

There are three double bedrooms, including the primary bedroom, which benefits from its own en suite shower room finished with stylish marble-effect tiling.

A separate contemporary bathroom serves the remaining accommodation.

The apartment is particularly well suited to those looking to downsize or relocate to the coast, while also offering an appealing lock-up-and-leave option for those seeking a seaside escape.

Lift access serves the top floor, with a small number of steps leading up to the main entrance of this section of the building. The property further benefits from one allocated parking space.

Share of Freehold Service Charges £3,061 PA No holiday letting No pets permitted Broadband & Mobile: Please refer to the Ofcom website for availability and coverage.

Prospective purchasers are advised to make their own enquiries with the relevant local authority regarding planning permissions, flood risk, school catchment areas and proposed developments.

All services and appliances have not been tested by the agent.

LOCATION Nestled midway between Bournemouth and Poole you will find the enchanting coastal village of Canford Cliffs which boasts an array of restaurants and local shops including a brand name supermarket, bakery, deli, post office, dry cleaners, library, village hall, pharmacy and a range of bars and restaurants.

There is also a thriving wellness community including lifestyle brand SuStudio offering dynamic pilates, yoga and events.

The village offers picturesque walks leading to the award-winning Blue Flag beaches and is home to some of the borough's oldest beach huts dating back to 1927.

Families are well catered for with a safe swim zone; beach station and RNLI lifeguards, in addition, there is a fabulous pirate themed play park on the cliff top.

For those wanting to escape, Parkstone Championship golf course is less than a mile away or enjoy the sporting and tennis clubs of Branksome and Whitecliff, all located less than 2 miles away.

Notable eateries in the village itself include the Canford, The Cliff and Stock.

The popular beachfront restaurant Rockwater is located less than a mile from the village centre at Branksome Chine and is open all day.

A regular meeting spot for wild swimming groups and book clubs in the morning, Rockwater is a popular lunchtime and evening dining venue.

For world-class cuisine, the global brand of Rick Stein with its waterfront restaurant is located on the nearby Sandbanks Peninsula and is extremely popular throughout the year.

Enjoy casual dining locally at Lazy Jacks and The Jazz Café where you can while away a Sunday afternoon listening to live music.

Across the chain ferry is also the delightful Pig on the Beach and the highly regarded Shell Bay seafood restaurant.

The tropical garden sanctuary of Compton Acres is located less than 300m from the village centre and offers a vast array of feature planting from around the world.

There’s also an Italian Delicatessen and an exceptional cafe to enjoy a coffee, lunch or brunch.

There’s a vibrant cultural scene in both Poole and Bournemouth with world famous acts appearing at both the Bournemouth Pavillion, BIC and Poole Lighthouse, home to the Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra and Coastal Comedy.

Kindly note all distances are approximate and taken from Google maps.