Harry Redknapp's £12M Italian Villa: Neighbours Objected!

Harry Redknapp, famed for his appearance on I'm a Celebrity in 2018, has realized his dream of building an opulent Italian-inspired villa on the exclusive Sandbanks coast. The property, reportedly valued at £12 million, features five bedrooms, each with an en-suite, a private gym, and a dedicated study. A key highlight is the boat house with a jetty, offering direct access to Poole Harbour.

However, the construction of this lavish residence did not proceed without challenges. Neighbours initially voiced concerns, with the Sandbanks Neighbourhood Forum claiming the villa would have a 'detrimental effect' on the area. One neighbour described the new build as 'overpowering' and 'oppressive,' fearing impacts on privacy. Architect plans were subsequently revised before gaining approval.

Prior to this Italianate mansion, Harry and his wife Sandra owned two previous residences in Sandbanks. They lived in a mock-Tudor house for 12 years before selling it for £6.9 million, followed by a modern beach house which they vacated for privacy reasons. In July 2025, the private jetty experienced damage when a trimaran was blown off course by high winds, though the villa itself remained unaffected.