Golden Gates Sandbanks
Welcome to our holiday home on the tip of the stunning Sandbanks Peninsula. Renowned for its endless But there’s something very special about this place. Me?
Hi, it’s Donna here, welcome to our family holiday home in sunny Sandbanks. We’ve been coming to this area for years and love everything about it. The sun seems to shine far more than our home town in Cheshire (mind you that isn’t difficult is it?). You feel as if you’ve had a ‘proper’ holiday without setting foot on an aeroplane. And that’s just fine by me! We thought long and hard about where w
16/09/2022
No filter required in Sandbanks today.
27/07/2022
Table with a view… book yours here: https://bit.ly/3p8JVdY
12/07/2022
Morning view.
Bye Barfleur, same time tomorrow!
28/05/2022
Available 10-17 June. Spend a week by the sea in stunning Sandbanks.
https://www.rumseyofsandbanks.co.uk/properties/10goldengates
Boat traffic in Sandbanks.
12/03/2022
View from the dining room at Rick Stein, Sandbanks. Have you been lucky enough to dine at Stein's?
07/03/2022
Spot the Easter bunny and you've found our apartment! We have availability over Easter if you fancy a bit of a break in Sandbanks.
Did you know that statistically April is the driest month of the year in the UK, and 15th April is the driest day of the year. Handy that as Good Friday falls on the 15th this year. So forget April showers!
And in the interests of research I have checked past weather on Good Friday in Sandbanks (always fancied myself as a bit of a weather reporter):
2020 - sunny with highs of 21 degrees
2021 - sunny with highs of 12 degrees (but it was 17 degrees the day before).
In fact in 1998 we sat on the beach at Easter in shorts and t-shirts.
Interested? Get in touch with Rumsey of Sandbanks who will get you booked in.
https://www.rumseyofsandbanks.co.uk/properties/10goldengates
22/01/2022
A few improvements/changes since these images were taken but you get the idea. Bookings are coming in so don’t dilly-dally if you have a specific week in mind. 🌅🌞🕶🏖⛵️🚤
https://www.rumseyofsandbanks.co.uk/properties/10goldengates
29/11/2021
Sadly no snow in Sandbanks, so I’ve created my own. I would love to see snow on the beach this Christmas (Santa are you listening)!! ❄️
13/11/2021
Winter in Sandbanks - the best time to visit.
Book your stay: https://www.rumseyofsandbanks.co.uk/properties/10goldengates
15/10/2021
Another stunning week in Sandbanks. The weather was more than kind to us; beautiful sunny days and spectacular sunsets every night.
I also watched a group of school children enjoying the sea. What a P.E. lesson!! The benefits of living near the coast. Beats a smelly old leisure centre any day. 😂
26/09/2021
The summer season is almost over and it has been pretty terrific. In fact we've been solidly booked since the beginning of May.
Our holiday home has been looked after, and bar a couple of broken glasses (think I've broken more at home), it looks just as good as we left it in Spring.
And this has nothing to do with luck. It's all down to having a great holiday letting agent behind us. Simon and his team at Rumsey of Sandbanks have been brilliant; attracting a top notch clientele, sorting out maintenance issues, operating military style changeover days, providing quality linens and generally going above and beyond for us, the owners and our guests.
I sometimes wonder how they actually get through changeover days on an extremely busy peninsula that is often gridlocked with traffic, with the added pressure this year of a Covid outbreak in the office.
I remember our first meeting with Simon when he said, 'trust me'. We have and he didn't disappoint.
Thanks Rumseys, we might not always say it, but we are ever so grateful. Here's to a great (may be less hectic) winter season. ⭐️
20/09/2021
This was trickier than we thought but the view never looked better.
18/09/2021
Another fabulous holiday home, this time in Anglesey. Perfect for big family get togethers. Everything you need in one house and more 😀
17/09/2021
Don’t fancy Dorset? How about Wales? This is my friend’s stunning holiday home.
09/09/2021
Delighted to be included in the Premium section of Rumsey of Sandbanks amazing collection of holiday lets.
Little Golden Gates is up there with the big boys; Hook Sands, Grasmere Beach House and our ultimate favourite, Waves.
https://www.rumseyofsandbanks.co.uk/properties/premium
07/09/2021
Wow 🤩
Just another Magic Monday...
11/08/2021
5 reasons why I need to go back to Sandbanks this autumn:
1) To see the SBS guys in training (think SAS but better 😉).
2) To revisit Corfe Castle.
3) To make silly platters of whatever is going in the fridge.
4) To walk for miles on the stunning (deserted) beaches.
5) To sit and watch the water world go by from the comfort of my sofa.
October and November are fully booked but you can still grab yourself a break in 2021.
https://www.rumseyofsandbanks.co.uk/properties/10goldengates
06/06/2021
2022 dates have been released. School holidays do get booked up with repeat business, so don't hang around.
Spacious 3 bed, 2 bath contemporary apartment. Large furnished terrace and two on site parking spaces. Frontline sea views overlooking the Purbeck Hills and Shell Bay. One minute away from the Sandbanks Ferry station.
All bookings are done through Rumsey of Sandbanks
https://www.rumseyofsandbanks.co.uk/properties/10goldengates
For more images and information about the apartment visit our website:
https://goldengatessandbanks.wixsite.com/goldengatessandbanks
We saw some fabulous sunsets last week in Sandbanks.
29/04/2021
Fabulous aerial views of Sandbanks. You can see Golden Gates quite a lot - we're right by the ferry terminal (white building).
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L0tU632MitY&ab_channel=SaxeCoburg
Spectacular Drone Tour of Sandbanks and Studland Bringing Sandbanks to life via this amazing drone footage from our friends at SkyKandy. This is why love working and living in Sandbanks! As an Estate Agents...
02/04/2021
23/02/2021
5th best beach in Europe, and among the top 25 in the world. Of course it is.
https://news.sky.com/story/bournemouth-beach-ranks-5th-best-in-europe-and-among-the-top-25-in-the-world-12226394
31/01/2021
Oh ok Matt, I'll take that. My phone has been pinging with bookings (5 in 2 hours).
Fancy a UK staycation in Britain's Palm Beach? Endless golden beaches, a view to die for and ah-mazing sunsets. Then you might need a bit of this in your lives....
https://goldengatessandbanks.wixsite.com/goldengatessandbanks
June is booked solid, July and August have some availability.
25/01/2021
25/01/2021
13/01/2021
One day we'll change this kitchen (or at least the door fronts) but for now, it makes a cosy place to cook in the evening. We're also told that the warming drawer will actually slow cook a whole chicken. Anyone prepared to have a go? 😲
Can't wait to go back after lockdown.
This just popped up in my memories. Even November is gorgeous here 🌞
30/12/2020
Our website is up and running. Please do take a look. All bookings are managed by Rumsey of Sandbanks (who are much better than me!!!). There's a link through to them on the website.
https://goldengatessandbanks.wixsite.com/goldengatessandbanks
Holiday Home | Golden Gates Sandbanks | England Welcome to our holiday home on the tip of the stunning Sandbanks Peninsula, Dorset.
30/12/2020
Golden Gates, Sandbanks
Hi, it’s Donna here, welcome to our family holiday home in sunny Sandbanks. We’ve been coming to this area for years and love everything about it. The sun seems to shine far more than our home town in Cheshire (mind you that isn’t difficult is it?). But there’s something very special about this place. You feel as if you’ve had a ‘proper’ holiday without setting foot on an aeroplane. And that’s just fine by me!
We thought long and hard about where we wanted to be on the Peninsula. Actually that’s a lie; it was sea view or nothing according to the other half. And what could be better than the very tip of Sandbanks which is handy for the daily yacht-watch as they set sail for other shores. It’s a spectacle, I can tell you, and all for free!!! The panoramic views of the entrance to Poole Harbour across to Shell Bay and the Purbeck Hills are worth getting up for...every day! Honestly breathtaking. The ferry across to National Trust owned, Studland Bay is a hop, skip and a jump from the front door. You can easily while away the hours strolling over to Harry’s (that’s Rock not Redknapp). Or take a picnic and enjoy a relaxing few hours on the beach.
Mind you, you don’t have to jump on a ferry to enjoy the sand and sea because it’s right on your doorstep. Walk behind the Haven Hotel for a whole 60 seconds and you’ll be greeted with a beautiful little bay. It’s a bit quieter at ‘our’ end. But you could walk all the way to Bournemouth if you’re feeling energetic. Me? I prefer to pick up a Beryl Bike and cycle (think Boris Bike and you’ll get the picture).
Dine out at nearby Rick Stein or Loch Fyne. The next door neighbour, Haven Hotel also dishes up some very fine food. For more casual dining, head to Jazz Cafe on the beach or the aptly named Caff for a decent buttie. Tesco Express is your nearest supermarket, if you prefer to cater for yourselves; it’s one of the better Express’ I hasten to add.
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