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Dunkeld Road, Talbot Woods, Bournemouth, BH3

South East

£975,000

Listed on 02/09/2026

The listing

Property details

Bedrooms
4
Type
Detached
Area
2776 sqft

Description

This impressive detached family home is located on one of the most desirable roads in Talbot Woods, offering substantial and versatile accommodation with significant potential for modernisation. The property features four spacious reception rooms, a generous kitchen with a dining area, utility room, four well-sized bedrooms, and two bath/shower rooms. Additionally, there is a garage and various outbuildings. The location is ideal, being just moments away from Meyrick Park Golf Course and within easy reach of Westbourne and Bournemouth Town Centre, along with excellent transport links and the popular West Hants Tennis and Leisure Club. Upon entry, the hallway leads to the principal ground floor areas, which include a drawing room, dining room, and sitting room, all enhanced by attractive bay windows that add character. The kitchen overlooks the rear garden and presents an excellent opportunity for updating to suit individual preferences. A separate utility room adds practicality to the layout. At the rear of the house is an impressive games room, providing additional versatile living space with direct access to the garden. Two cloakrooms complete the ground floor. The first floor hosts four well-proportioned bedrooms, all equipped with fitted storage, including a particularly spacious principal bedroom with en-suite facilities. The remaining bedrooms are served by a family bathroom and a separate WC. The property offers excellent proportions throughout, allowing for future updates and personalisation. Externally, the home boasts a generous and secluded garden, complemented by a garage, summer house, and additional storage. A spacious driveway at the front provides ample off-road parking for multiple vehicles.

WHOTS analysis

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46out of 100
Grade ELow opportunity

Confidence: MEDIUM

This substantial detached house in the desirable Talbot Woods area presents a promising renovation opportunity. With spacious rooms and a generous garden, the property exudes character and potential, making it an attractive project for buyers looking to modernise. The four well-sized bedrooms and multiple reception areas offer a canvas for personalisation, while the dated kitchen and bathrooms invite fresh ideas for updates. The external space, including a driveway and garage, adds to the overall appeal.

However, the economics of this listing are a concern. The asking price of £975,000 translates to £351/sqf, slightly above the local average of £349/sqf, which is reasonable. Yet, when factoring in the estimated renovation costs of £100,000 to £200,000, the all-in costs could stretch well beyond local benchmarks for this floor area, leading to a potential negative margin versus implied value. Buyers should be mindful of these economics as they consider the scope of the project and the investment required.

Key opportunities

  • Spacious and versatile accommodation with four generous reception rooms.
  • A large garden with potential for landscaping and outdoor living enhancements.
  • Opportunity to modernise and personalise dated interiors to suit individual tastes.

Key risks

  • The all-in costs, including purchase price and renovation, may exceed local value benchmarks, presenting a financial risk.

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£3,683
Based on a loan of £731,250 over 30 years at 4.45% interest

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