Lilliput Road, Lilliput, Poole, Dorset, BH14 8JZ

Currently a successful holiday rental, Gulliver’s Cottage is a charming two-bedroom coastal retreat in Lilliput, c.400m from the water's edge.

With two en-suites, a cosy Aga kitchen, living room with wood-burning stove, and sunny terraced garden, it’s perfect for relaxing escapes or year-round living.

Gulliver’s Cottage is a charming freehold coastal retreat in the sought-after village of Lilliput, c.400m from the sea and surrounded by scenic woodland walks leading to Poole Harbour, Evening Hill, Canford Cliffs, and the bustling village high street.

This delightful two-bedroom character home offers the perfect blend of coastal lifestyle, warmth, and charm – ideal for weekend escapes or full-time living by the sea.

Step inside and you’re greeted by original wooden beams, a wood-burning stove, and a welcoming living room full of rustic charm.

The heart of the home is the cosy kitchen complete with an Aga, perfect for slow-cooked suppers after coastal adventures or warming up during winter getaways.

A separate dining room at the rear of the property offers an intimate space for breakfasts, lazy lunches, or evening dinner parties with the flexibility to be an additional bedroom if required.

Upstairs, the cottage features two spacious double bedrooms, each with its own en suite – one with a shower room and the other with a bathroom, offering privacy and comfort for guests or family members.

A separate shower room downstairs adds convenience and practicality – perfect for rinsing off after a trip to the beach or kayaking in the harbour.

Externally, the pretty terraced garden is securely fenced and dog-friendly.

It’s elevated so ideal for soaking up the sun, enjoying a morning coffee, or unwinding with a cold drink after a day exploring the coastal paths and nearby beaches.

Whether you’re paddleboarding in Poole Harbour, walking the nearby woodlands, or dining at one of the area's many local eateries, Gulliver’s Cottage offers a slice of year-round, peaceful, seaside living.

The popular and vibrant village of Lilliput is known for offering a wide range of amenities and a fantastic marina setting.

There’s a branded supermarket, award-winning Mark Bennett Patisserie, Koh Thai restaurant, South Deep restaurant, Rockets & Rascals café and bicycle store, fish and chip takeaway and a surf shop.

Access to the beautiful award-winning sandy beaches is less than a mile away, together with access to the harbour just a XXXm walk – perfect for taking a kayak or SUP to the water.

The open sea offers some of the best sailing along the southern coastline.

Poole Harbour is the largest natural harbour in Europe with miles of Blue Flag award-winning golden sandy beaches and sheltered waters.

It is the perfect location for enjoying the latest water sport or simply relax on the beach, embracing a fantastic coastal lifestyle.

Nearby Sandbanks is home to the Royal Motor Yacht Club and Sandbanks Yacht Club, with the local marinas of Lilliput and Parkstone giving access to a fantastic selection of moorings and chandlery services for boat users.

For eating out locally, the global brand of Rick Stein, with its waterfront restaurant, is located nearby on the Sandbanks Peninsula and is extremely popular throughout the year.

Other local eateries include The Tandy, Rockwater, The Cliff, 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 highly regarded Shell Bay seafood restaurant.

The tropical garden sanctuary of Compton Acres is just 1 mile inland and offers a vast array of feature planting from around the world.

Relax in the exceptional café setting where you can enjoy coffee, lunch or brunch. Feeling sporty?

Tee off at Parkstone Championship golf course or enjoy the sporting and tennis clubs of Branksome and Whitecliff, all located less than 2 miles away.

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