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Poole quay
Welcome to my waterside apartment. Brand new first floor apartment located on the edge of Poole quay. The apartment is bright and airy and comes with a designated parking space for your use. You will have access to all the amenities within my apartment from the tv, sound systems and WiFi to the whole kitchen, dishwasher and washer dryer. The apartment is set up to cater for anyone ranging from couples wanting a break away, small groups visiting Dorset to business people who want to feel at home

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.

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.

Modern Garden Room under 5 min walk to beach
Beautiful, self contained detached facility sitting snuggly within the owners garden. The room has lounge/bedroom with a separate kitchen & bathroom. The unit has its own private courtyard. Situated less than 5 minutes walk to a sandy beach & close to Hengistbury Head nature reserve & the river Stour . You can easily walk or take the ferry to the market town of Christchurch. This is a quiet area but within easy reach of Bournemouth. Off rd parking. EV charging for a fee. Self check in.

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.

Beach Hut (day use only) Alum Chine Bournemouth
Welcome to Beach Hut No 5, set on Alum Chine beach in Bournemouth. The Beach hut has an enviable position with beach and sea views. A paid car park less than 2 minutes walk away. The Alum Beach Hut restaurant is close by along with tropical gardens, children's play area and public toilets. The hut is well equipped for a day at the beach. There is a stove and kettle for that all important tea or coffee lots of beach essentials. We love coming here as a family and we hope you will too.

Sandbanks snug
Bright contemporary top floor apartment on Sandbanks across the road overlooking Poole harbour.. Beautiful sunsets to watch on fine evenings.. Great place for water sports enthusiasts with hiring facilities right opposite and the Watersports Academy a few doors along.. 7 mile stretch of sandy beaches towards Bournemouth are a short 2 minute stroll away by Jazz cafe . Bus stops for Swanage/ Poole/Bournemouth.. One Car parking space to the rear of the block is available with apartment..

Pine Lodge - Headlands Farm
🌲 Pine Lodge — Lakeside Retreat for Families & Friends ✨ Perfect for families of four, couples wanting extra space, or mixed groups seeking a peaceful countryside escape. Step outside to your child-friendly lakeside decking right on the water’s edge. Enjoy breakfast at our onsite coffee shop ☕, discounted fishing 🎣, plus sauna & cold plunge, padel, and massage & beauty treatments 🧘♀️🎾💆♀️. Dog friendly, with self check-in 🧼 — 5 more lodges available on Airbnb 💌

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.
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Waterfront apartment accommodation

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By The Quay

SHOREBANKS - Harbour View Apartment in Sandbanks.
Waterfront house rentals

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Dibbens Townhouse

Stunning views over Lymington river

Abbey Water Rooms

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The Beach Retreat …. Just 500 yards to the beach!
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Lake View Studio -Wareham Dorset "Daisy"

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Historic Quay | 2 The Old Alarm with free parking

2RW your panoramic harbour views on Poole Quay

Seafront & Views, Central Swanage, Victorian flat

Beautiful riverside apartment, enclosed garden

Charming 1 bed flat on Lymington Quay

Apartment by Poole Harbour
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sept | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | $322 NZD | $285 NZD | $290 NZD | $317 NZD | $329 NZD | $374 NZD | $396 NZD | $429 NZD | $369 NZD | $321 NZD | $276 NZD | $322 NZD |
| Avg. temp | 5°C | 5°C | 7°C | 9°C | 12°C | 15°C | 17°C | 17°C | 15°C | 12°C | 8°C | 6°C |
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130 of Bournemouth holiday rentals include Wi-Fi access

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Bournemouth stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.8 out of 5!

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