Beautiful sea-side apartment, a few minutes’ walk from the beach

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A building entrance with a glass canopy and a sign reading "Burlington Mansions".
A lobby with a grand chandelier, a revolving door, and a glass table with a floral arrangement.
A bedroom with a large bed, a bedside table, a lamp, and a window with curtains.
A multi-story building with a prominent arched entrance and a balcony.
A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a built-in oven, a microwave, and a washing machine.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
  • At the centre of it all
    Stay in a top rated central location, steps from the best attractions, dining, and entertainment.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Bournemouth Beach

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Toys
  • On-site fitness centre
  • Street parking available
  • Barbecue
  • Free internet

Explore the area

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Bournemouth, ENG
  • Place, Boscombe Pier
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, O2 Academy Bournemouth
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Bournemouth Beach
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Soap · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Bournemouth

Located in Boscombe, a neighbourhood in Bournemouth, this apartment is near theme parks and near the beach. Corfe Castle is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Bournemouth Beach and New Forest National Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Boscombe Chine Gardens Mini Golf Course, or check out an event or a game at Vitality Stadium. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
Map
Bournemouth, ENG

What's nearby

  • Boscombe Pier - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Boscombe Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • O2 Academy Bournemouth - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Bournemouth Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Vitality Stadium - 5 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • Pokesdown for Boscombe Station - 3 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Chaplin's & The Cellar Bar - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Urban Reef - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Boscanova - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful sea-side apartment, a few minutes’ walk from the beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Beautiful sea-side apartment, a few minutes’ walk from the beach?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at Beautiful sea-side apartment, a few minutes’ walk from the beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful sea-side apartment, a few minutes’ walk from the beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful sea-side apartment, a few minutes’ walk from the beach located?

This family-friendly Bournemouth apartment building is located by the sea, within a 15-minute walk of Boscombe Chine Gardens Mini Golf Course and Bournemouth Beach. Boscombe Beach and O2 Academy Bournemouth are also within 10 minutes. Pokesdown for Boscombe Station is 20 minutes by foot and Bournemouth Station is 26 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 69 out of 88 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 88 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 88 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 88 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 88 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was wonderful, warm and hospitable, the accommodation clean, spacious, well appointed, and very nice, and great location.
Stayed 32 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean, well located property with parking. .

Property well located for so many places and things to do with children.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Boscombe stay

Lovely apartment, comfortable and well provisioned
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean apartment very close to beach

Spacious, clean apartment close to beach and shops
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent stay

Alison is a very helpful host, the property has everything a family needs. The only caveat is the road noise that can be intrusive, day and night.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent flat

Very easy process from beginning to end. Our second stay and happy to give it 5 stars.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Nov 2022
Many thanks for your positive feedback Brenda, you are very welcome to return again
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Xmas Break in Boscombe

Apartment worked really well for us.
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jan 2024
Thank you for your lovely comments in the guest book Mark, and for leaving the apartment so clean and tidy. It was a pleasure to be your host and you would both be most welcome to return
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Our stay In Bournemouth

A great experience,lovely owner , Would return. Many thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great base to use while visiting Dorset.

Great location. Nearby shopping precinct bit run down but with our hire car we were able to visit other areas quite easily. Christchurch our favourite place nearby. Our apartment was good but the second bedroom very small for two adults and very stuffy.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Spacious and well maintained apartment

Everything is clean and well maintained. The kitchen is well equipped with all we needed. The beds are comfortable. We were well received and the manager called us the first evening to make sure everything was in order.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Holiday in Boscombe

The apartment was lovely, much better than expected, very spacious, clean and tidy. There was a welcome pack waiting for us which was a very nice surprise. The apartment block was extremely clean and well kept. All in all it contributed to a lovely time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

beautiful apartment perfect location for beach, shops and restaurants.

The apartment has a real home from home feeling,comfy beds fluffy carpets.It was great to have a washing machine and the choice of a bath or shower.On arriving there was all the supplies for a nice cup of tea and toast which was appreciated after a long drive.There was no surrounding noise very peaceful.Perfect location as a short walk to the beach and restaurants one way or the local town the other way.Would recommend for a perfect holiday and we would love to go back.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
Thank you very much for your review. I am glad you enjoyed your stay and made the most of the close proximity to the beach and all the local attractions. I have tried to make Bournemouth Reef Apartment a comfortable and stylish place to stay as well as adding those welcoming touches that can help you relax and settle in after a long journey. You and your family would be very welcome to return. Regards Alison
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Long weekend with Husband and elderly Mum. A little hiccup on arrival accessing apartment (VRBO error) but Alison sorted issue immediately. Apartment lovely and central to explore Bournemouth and surrounding area. Lots of amenities and restaurants nearby. Property was exceptionally clean, comfortable and warm. If I could change one thing it would be to have a comfy armchair to compliment the sofa. The small sofa and chair were not as comfy as the sofa. All in all great stay and I would definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location

Mr

Property was good. However, i have mobility issues and accommodation was too far from anything. Beach was not far, but to get back really uphill.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Boscombe Apartment

The apartment was well presented, clean and spacious. There was a nice sea view from the turret window in the main bedroom. Overall it is well equipped and comfy. It is a pleasant walk down to the beach and to the shops, don't really need to use the car unless you want to go further afield. The road outside is fairly quiet and not noticeable when sleeping. The owner was very pleasant and answered queries promptly.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Apartment

Good location for the beach and shops, however the road is busy with traffic, so if you’re a light sleeper, I wouldn’t recommend it. The apartment was really lovely, well kitted out although my suggestions would be more coat hangers and a larger frying pan, as we were a family of 4 (adults). Excellent communication from the lady owner, she was very helpful with info, and speedy with any replies.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

General

A few utensils should have been cleaner than they were, No soap dishes in either bathroom or en-suite. Minor issues really but overall a very pleasant stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Room too light

The main bedroom let in too much light and traffic noise.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 May 2023
Hi John, Thanks for taking the trouble to review. I note your comments. The curtains at the turret windows arr lined and have been made to join across the whole width of the turret. A new curtain track was fitted 6 months ago. It is light until nearly 9pm as wea approach midsummer's day on 21st June too but I will ser of I can improve this The council have rushed to complete all roadworks before the summer season and that has sent more traffic passed passed the apartment. I hope this will improve soon and it didnt impact too much on your holiday
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Best

Our stay was a pre-Christmas for my wife and I after she had visited family in the US. The apartment was immaculate and felt like home the moment we stepped through the door. Alison had put up Christmas decorations as well as a tree and we were touched by that. There was everything we needed in the kitchen to start our stay and it was so well equipped. The bedroom was amazing with a circular section and the bed was so comfortable and the pillows too (often it is the pillows that are the most important). The apartment was cosy warm and very comfortable. the area is pretty good too, just a short walk down the hill the Boscombe pier and the promenade walk all the way to Bournemouth pier if wanted! Within 10 minutes walk we could be in the centre of Boscombe with all its shops and facilities. It was a short bus ride into Bournemouth itself, which was all decked out for Christmas too. All in all one of our best and most memorable holidays. thank you Alison and we do hope we will be able to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
Thank you for your lovely review Grahame, I'm glad you made the most of the local facilities and the apartment. You are both welcome to return again. Happy Christmas Alison
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short break in Boscombe

A very successful stay. A short walk to the sea and the shops in the opposite direction.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short stay with elderly relative

Very comfortable and well equipped flat. Host was very responsive and made contact several times to check all was OK. Thank you for a lovely stay
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Holiday time

The property was as detailed, but disappointed the building scaffolding had been erected limiting our views and effecting our privacy at times, otherwise it was good value & homely, location was convenient
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

week away

Very nice property its a shame that there was only 1 decent restaurant within walking distance had to use the car to go further afield so could only have one beer but would recommend this apartment to my friends and family.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Easter getaway

The property was clean, comfortable and fully equipped. We had a lovely 4 night stay. Only a short walk to Boscombe pier and lovely beaches! Thanks. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent well equipped property

This was a very smooth experience. Very well situated between high street and beach but with all the quiet you would hope for. A property in a grand, beautiful building with a spiral staircase as your exit. Excellent facilities, really nothing to grumble about, and a very friendly and helpful owner. Would certainly visit again.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 May 2022
Thank you for your kind words and lovely review Ian, you are very welcome to return again
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