
Waterfront holiday rentals in Bournemouth
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Total holiday rentals
Explore 150 holiday rentals in Bournemouth

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Bournemouth holiday rentals start at $56 AUD per night before taxes and fees

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Family-friendly holiday rentals
100 properties offer extra space and kid-friendly amenities

Pet-friendly accommodation
Find 60 rentals that welcome pets

Rentals with dedicated workspaces
40 properties have a dedicated workspace

Wi-Fi availability
150 of Bournemouth holiday rentals include Wi-Fi access

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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)
Top-rated waterfront accommodation in Bournemouth
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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.
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Bournemouth Beach & Spectacular Sea Views
☀️300 steps from Southbourne/Bournemouth beach ☀️ Up to 11 guests including a baby (travel cot supplied) ☀️Large, modern, stylish, detached house ☀️Breathtaking views across the bay ☀️Parking on/off site just across the road from the cliff top ☀️Outside seating ☀️Small pets welcome ☀️Families: ✨ 2 min walk to family-friendly blue flag beach ✨ Beach toilets, shops & lifeguard nearby ☀️Grown-ups: ✨ Easy access to bars and Cafés ✨ Great dog-friendly beach walks ✨ Easy access to water sports
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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 and lots of beach essentials. We love coming here as a family and we hope you will too.
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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.
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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..
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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.
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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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Sunset Cabin. Right on the Water's Edge! Stunning!
Welcome to Sunset Cabin! A fabulous one-bedroom waterside garden apartment, backing directly onto the Blue Lagoon and Poole Harbour, overlooking Brownsea Island. A haven for birdlife and stunning sunsets! Peaceful and so close to nature, whilst being centrally located in desirable Lilliput. Enjoy the beautiful view from your bed! Our jetty and slipway, two kayaks and paddleboards are there for you to enjoy the Lagoon and experience the Harbour.
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2RW your panoramic harbour views on Poole Quay
Located directly on the harbour, 2 Rowes Warehouse (2RW) is the most distinctive of a run of historic buildings that give the Quay its charm. Poole Quay offers a fantastic location for a weekend away or an annual holiday as the gateway to the Jurassic Coast. This spacious, newly refurbished two bedroom, two bathroom flat is the ideal place to stay. Our reviews say it all...everyone has been delighted with the apartment and that view!
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Waterfront apartment accommodation

By The Quay
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SHOREBANKS - Harbour View Apartment in Sandbanks.
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Stylish flat by the beach with stunning sea views.
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Pier View Apartment, luxury sleeps 6 in 3 bedrooms
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Sandcastles apartment centre of town - sea views
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Spout House Studio
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Seaview, Swanage; beachfront, balcony & central
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Luxury apartment with breathtaking sea views
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Waterfront house rentals

Christchurch Quay - 'Quarterdeck'
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Beautiful Seafront holiday home in great location
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Dibbens Townhouse
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Stunning views over Lymington river
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The Beach Retreat …. 500 yards to beach!
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Wood smoke. Warm soak. Wow views. (Club Casita)
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Panoramic sea views by Southbourne beach
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Waterfront condo accommodation

Seas the Day - Near beach and town centre
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Sea views, private terrace, 5 mins beach, parking
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Highcliffe Castle/beach 15 min walk. Large space
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Beautiful riverside apartment, enclosed garden
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East Winds Apartment Fabulous sea view 🏖
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Historic Quay | 2 The Old Alarm with free parking
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Seafront & Views, Central Swanage, Victorian flat
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Seaview Sands Beach Apartment
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When is the best time to visit Bournemouth?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | June | July | Aug | Sept | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | $266 AUD | $234 AUD | $239 AUD | $302 AUD | $323 AUD | $309 AUD | $326 AUD | $353 AUD | $304 AUD | $264 AUD | $227 AUD | $266 AUD |
| 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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- New Forest National Park
- West Wittering Beach
- Weymouth Beach
- Paultons Park Home of Peppa Pig World
- Goodwood Motor Circuit
- Longleat Safari Park
- Stonehenge
- Southbourne Beach
- Boscombe Beach
- Bracklesham Bay
- Mudeford Quay
- Highclere Castle
- Durdle Door Holiday Park
- Winchester Cathedral
- The Tank Museum
- Bournemouth International Centre
- Kimmeridge Bay
- West Bay Beach
- Marwell Zoo
- Alum Chine Beach
- Shorefield Country Park
- Highcliffe Beach
- Poole Quay
- Rockley Park





