THE DESTINATION:
Holidays are special! They form many of the best life memories and provide a rare opportunity for FREEDOM. Freedom to relax, play, breath and choose, what you want to do and when you want to do it. At Bournecoast we give you freedom of choice by offering an impressive selection of Self Catering accommodation in one of the most beautiful destinations in the United Kingdom. Dorset is a very popular holiday destination all year round. It offers beautiful rolling countryside, dramatic scenery, charming market towns, character villages and miles of some of the finest sandy beaches in the UK. Bournemouth lies to the east of the county and offers seven miles of blue flag beaches. It is near the market town of Christchurch with its 11th century Priory Church, ruined castle and Saxon mill, and the stunning medieval New Forest. The area caters for diverse interests, the popular buzzing beach resort in Bournemouth with its vibrant nightlife; the gentler pursuits of walking, wildlife and bird-watching in the nature reserves and national parks, and along the 20 miles of Bournemouth Coast footpath; and active pursuits such as cycling, sailing, rowing, canoeing, windsurfing, kite-surfing and sea kayaking. Popular also for touring, Southampton, the Isle of Wight, Salisbury and Stonehenge are all within reasonable travelling distance. Dorset features some excellent museums, with world leading centres at Bovington (The Tank Museum, telling the history of military vehicles), and the Russell Cotes Museum and Art Gallery in Bournemouth. Other museums include the Dorset County Museum in Dorchester, The Red House in Christchurch, the Royal Signals Museum at Blandford, and the award winning Brewers Quay in Weymouth. Many smaller towns have their own local museums.
LOCAL AREAS TO VISIT:
These are some of the local areas you can visit whilst on holiday at this accommodation.
POOLE / PARKSTONE / BAITER PARK / WALLISDOWN / BRANKSOME - Poole is a bustling area with a large shopping centre and a variety of excellent restaurants. Poole Harbour enjoys spectacular views across to Brownsea Island and is only a short drive to the sandy beaches at Sandbanks.
SANDBANKS / CANFORD CLIFFS - Sandbanks is for those of us who want that luxury apartment located within an area that has nothing but the best restaurants and exclusive sandy beaches.
ALUM CHINE / WESTBOURNE - A perfect holiday destination, with sandy beaches and stunning cliff top views across to the Isle of Wight and Old Harry Rocks. The area has a selection of exclusive shops and boutiques with everything you need for a great holiday.
BOURNEMOUTH TOWN CENTRE / WEST CLIFF / LANSDOWNE / EAST CLIFF - This is the place to visit if you want to be in the hustle and bustle within walking distance to all the shopping and attractions, including the Bournemouth International Centre (BIC). It is a short walk from the centre down to the award-winning gardens leading to the sandy beaches and lively pier.
BOSCOMBE / BOSCOMBE MANOR / POKESDOWN - Within an extensive shopping area and range of restaurants, Boscombe has a lot to offer. A short drive or land trip along the promenade from the town centre, it has its own pier and wonderful sandy beaches.
CHARMINSTER / WINTON - These are neighbouring residential areas with a diverse selection of restaurants, shops and amenities, situated just a short drive from Bournemouth beach.
SOUTHBOURNE / TUCKTON / WICK / HENGISTBURY HEAD - An ideal destination for families with its own shopping area and beautiful walks over nearby Hengistbury Head. Located just a short drive or bus ride away from the centre of both Bournemouth and Christchurch.
CHRISTCHURCH / MUDEFORD / HIGHCLIFFE - Christchurch is a quaint destination, steeped in history. With beautiful riverside walks along the Stour it is ideal for the quieter day out, while still having the High Street for shopping. Mudeford and Highcliffe offer beautiful sandy stretches of beach in quiet surroundings, with a short ferry ride from Mudeford to Hengistbury Head.
BARTON-ON-SEA / MILFORD-ON-SEA - These are great touring bases, located just along the coast from Christchurch. With easy access to the New Forest and sandy beaches at Highcliffe, both areas also have their own scenic seafronts and atmospheric village centres.
NEW FOREST - The perfect countryside area of peace and tranquillity, offering beautiful walks where the famous New Forest ponies live. There are many villages throughout the area for shopping and dining in style.
