
Waterfront vacation rentals in Bournemouth
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Explore 130 vacation rentals in Bournemouth

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Bournemouth vacation rentals start at ﺩ.ﺇ 147 per night before taxes and fees

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Family-friendly vacation rentals
90 properties offer extra space & kid-friendly amenities

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Find 50 rentals that welcome pets

Rentals with dedicated workspaces
50 properties have a dedicated workspace

Wi-Fi availability
130 of Bournemouth vacation rentals include wi-fi access

Popular amenities for guests
Guests love Kitchen, Wifi, and Pool across Bournemouth rentals

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 rentals in Bournemouth
Guests agree: these waterfront rentals are highly rated for location, cleanliness, and more.

Pine Lodge - Headlands Farm
🌲 Pine Lodge — Lakeside Retreat for Families & Friends @headlandsfarmlakesidelodges @headlandsfarm ✨ Perfect for families of 4, couples , 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 💌

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.

Sea View Chalet - Durdle Door
Our Chalet is a treasured home away from home, overlooking stunning Durdle Door, a World Heritage Site on the beautiful Dorset Jurassic Coast…. The chalet has a large decking overlooking the sea, it’s a total escape…..it has 1 King Double bedroom with en-suite, & 1 twin, 2 shower rooms & fully fitted modern kitchen/living area which opens onto the large decking area and panoramic views of the sea… to the left is Lulworth Cove, to the right the Isle of Portland, amazing sunrises and sunsets!

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.

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.

Stunning Beachside Apartment- Balcony & Parking
A beautiful brand new premium modern sea-view top floor apartment situated right across the street from the popular Blue Flag Southbourne Beach. Featuring one large bedroom with a king size bed, a large kitchen, lounge and dining area with a balcony looking out to Bournemouth, Isle of Wight and Swanage. This apartment has onsite parking and as it is a new build all the furnishings are brand new making your beach getaway very comfortable and relaxing!
Popular amenities for Bournemouth waterfront rentals
Waterfront apartment rentals

Pier View Apartment, luxury sleeps 6 in 3 bedrooms

Best Sea View in Bournemouth! Home from Home

Sunset Cabin. Right on the Water's Edge! Stunning!

Luxury apartment with breathtaking sea views

Stylish flat by the beach with stunning sea views.

One Bed Apartment With Sea Views

By The Quay

SHOREBANKS - Harbour View Apartment in Sandbanks.
Waterfront house rentals

Beautiful Seafront holiday home in great location

Dibbens Townhouse

Stunning Beach House, with Sea View balcony

Stunning views over Lymington river

Abbey Water Rooms

Panoramic sea views by Southbourne beach

The Beach Retreat …. Just 500 yards to the beach!

Wood smoke. Warm soak. Wow views. (Club Casita)
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Lake View Studio -Wareham Dorset "Daisy"

Historic Quay | 2 The Old Alarm with free parking

On Sandbanks Beach · 2 BD · Free Parking

2RW your panoramic harbour views on Poole Quay

Seafront & Views, Central Swanage, Victorian flat

Beautiful riverside apartment, enclosed garden

Apartment by Poole Harbour

Sandbanks snug
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | ﺩ.ﺇ 690 | ﺩ.ﺇ 610 | ﺩ.ﺇ 621 | ﺩ.ﺇ 679 | ﺩ.ﺇ 705 | ﺩ.ﺇ 801 | ﺩ.ﺇ 848 | ﺩ.ﺇ 918 | ﺩ.ﺇ 790 | ﺩ.ﺇ 687 | ﺩ.ﺇ 591 | ﺩ.ﺇ 690 |
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- New Forest National Park
- Bournemouth Beach
- West Wittering Beach
- Weymouth Beach
- Paultons Park Home of Peppa Pig World
- Goodwood Motor Circuit
- Stonehenge
- Longleat Safari Park
- Southbourne Beach
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