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Seaview, Swanage; beachfront, balcony & central
Excellent location, with sea views from the balcony, lounge and bedroom of our Edwardian flat. The two bed flat is roomy with fireplace, high ceilings, a well equipped kitchen, king size bedroom and large back bedroom with 2 singles and 2 full size pull out beds. Linen supplied except towels. TV, good wifi, books games and beach stuff available. One family car space outside plus off street nearby free. Located in the old town, 2 min. walk from all facilities No smoking in flat or balcony

Historic town centre riverside hideaway
Whether your idea of a getaway involves romance, outdoor pursuits, or delving into Christchurch's history, our riverside retreat is for you. After a full day, pamper yourself in our luxurious spa bathroom and sink into the super king-sized bed. Enjoy riverside dining on your private patio, with scenic views of the river and paddle boarders passing by. Nestled in a secluded spot, yet conveniently amidst town centre cafes and restaurants, we offer the perfect blend of privacy and hospitality.

Whole seaside apt, stones throw to the new forest.
Relax with the whole family at this peaceful & child friendly place. Well presented holiday home with exclusive use of home and private garden / patio area. A short walk to award winning Avon beach, Saltwater Sauna & Mudeford Harbour. New forest close also. ideal for a family of four, with one double bed with ensuite and premier metal action sofa bed easily made up located in the living room. Bars and restaurants are all within a short stroll. Explore / relax in this bright comfortable annexe.

Sea views, private terrace, 5 mins beach, parking
Luxurious and spacious 2 bed, 2 bathroom apartment with sea views from all rooms & large south-facing private terrace accessed from living room or bedroom. Fast wi-fi & areas for working. This apartment is 5 mins walk from the Blue Flag awarded sandy beaches of Boscombe with excellent restaurants & bars nearby. It is located within Burlington Mansions, a prestigious Victorian building with many of the original features. 1st floor appartment with lift and 2 private off-stret parking spaces.

Seaside Cottage with panoramic sea views.
One of two beautiful Coastguard Cottages, fully and extensively refurbished in 2017 to a very high standard with everything you could possibly need for a seaside retreat. Located yards from Southbourne & Hengistbury Head beaches with panoramic sea views. The Cottages have 2 double bedrooms with twin or king size beds plus a double sofa bed in the lounge if required. Shops, supermarkets, restaurants & bars are within walking distance. Sky TV, WIFI, hairdryer, iron/board, linens etc included.

Delightful Fishermans Lodge - central Christchurch
Gorgeous retreat on River Avon, overlooking world famous Royalty Fisheries, just a 5 min walk from train station, with parking. This stunning Lodge is the perfect getaway, having the benefit of peaceful river views, whilst in the centre of historic Christchurch. Watch the sunrise from bed, then (with a day pass) you can fish or just sit on the large covered verandah or open deck area, watch the wildlife and then walk into town to shop/eat/drink in 5 mins. Close to beaches AND the New Forest.

Stunning Apartment With Panoramic Seaviews
Stylish, seafront two double bed apartment. Newly refubished with large south facing balcony and stunning panoramic sea views from all rooms. Comes with own private parking space. Great location at Southbourne beach and situated away from the hustle and bustle of Bournemouth Pier and town centre. Pubs, restaurants, cafes, delis and independent shops of Southbourne Grove are all within easy reach. This is the perfect place to relax, soak up the sunshine and to watch spectacular sunsets.

Highcliffe Beach 12 min walk. Large Apartment
Lakeview Annex is Self contained, modern, appt with own patio, entrance & Parking. Directly opposite a small lake. Only 15 min walk to the cliff top & Highcliffe castle & 5 mins further to the beaches. 10 min walk from Hinton Admiral station. Ideal for couples who want to explore Dorset and the New Forest. This annex is 50msq, and on 2 levels. Upstairs a kingsize Simba mattress & bed with ensuite. Downstairs, open plan lounge kitchen diner, which opens onto private patio.

Luxury waterfront 5 bed house
A newly built 3 storey 5 bed detached house with stunning harbour views, 5 mins to Sandbanks beaches. Direct access to the water, Kayaks available for hire. 2 of the 5 bedrooms have sea views and share a balcony. All 5 bedrooms have en-suites and the master bedroom has a freestanding bath overlooking the sea. It has a bespoke layout with an open plan kitchen/dining area on the 3rd floor which makes the most of the stunning views at the highest level of the house.

Stunning Sea View Home 2 Minutes Walk to the Beach
A beautiful home full of character 2 minutes walk from the beach. Spacious late 1890's home includes an open plan kitchen/dining/lounge with amazing sea views. Lounge has doors onto a Juliet balcony to really enhance your enjoyment of the panoramic views. With three large bedrooms, one with en-suite and plenty of room for travel cots (provided) as well as a family bathroom and Sonos sound system throughout. Off street parking for 2 cars, wifi, linen, towels.

Southbourne Garden BeachCabin Dorset mins to sea.
A Modern Luxury Cabin on The Jurassic Coast is a self-contained cabin in our garden. Built in July 2020 & 5m square it's a compact studio with a double bed & a mezzanine which sleeps a young adult as it's accessed by a steep ladder. Not suitable for children under 12yrs . En-Suite shower room and kitchenette with a hob, fridge & microwave. Quality furnishings & luxury toiletries. Very close to the beach, shops, cafes & takeaways. Sorry we don't accept pets.

The Old Boat Shed on the River Avon
Sitting on the edge of the New Forest, our cosy, stylish self-contained guest suite offers a tranquil retreat. With 219 square miles of National Park a 2 minute drive away, for walking and cycling The Old Boat Shed is in a truly unique location for nature lovers seeking serenity and adventure amidst Hampshire's lush landscapes. Situated on the River Avon, we have otters, king fishers and huge numbers of birds resident on the river.
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The Beach Hut

Stylish flat by the beach with stunning sea views.

One Bed Apartment With Sea Views

SHOREBANKS - Harbour View Apartment in Sandbanks.

The View - No Booking Fees

Sandbanks Poole, 2 bedroom flat with stunning view

Spacious Riverside Annexe & garden

Luxury Waterfront Apartment
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Dibbens Townhouse

Holes Bay Poole, right next to the Water

☆ Modern 5 Bed | Balcony | Garden | Sea Views ☆

Panoramic sea views by Southbourne beach

Waterfront. 180 Views. Log Burner - Club Casita

Pebbles - The Haven, Swanage

The Beach Retreat …. Just 500 yards to the beach

Seaside Oasis with Uninterrupted Views
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Lake View Studio -Wareham Dorset "Daisy"

2026! “High St Vibes, Sea Breeze & Forest Walks!”

Very close to the beach and edging the New Forest

Historic Quay | 2 The Old Alarm with free parking

Panoramic Harbour views in historic apartment

Seafront & Views, Central Swanage, Victorian flat

Seaview Sands Beach Apartment

East Winds Apartment Fabulous sea view 🏖
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4.8 Average rating
Bournemouth stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.8 out of 5!

Nearby attractions
Bournemouth's top spots, include Hengistbury Head, Durley Chine Beach, and Cineworld Cinema Poole (Tower Park)
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