Located in Boscombe, a neighbourhood in Bournemouth, this apartment is in a rural area and near the beach. While the natural beauty of Bournemouth Beach and New Forest National Park can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Poole Harbour.
Travelling with kids? Consider Boscombe Chine Gardens Mini Golf Course, or check out an event or a game at Vitality Stadium. Windsurfing and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and hiking nearby.
Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 14 min drive
Restaurants
Chaplin's & The Cellar Bar - 7 min walk
Subway - 6 min walk
McDonald's - 7 min walk
Urban Reef - 8 min walk
Caffè Nero - 6 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Luxury spacious 2BR apartment 500m from beach and close proximity to New Forest pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Luxury spacious 2BR apartment 500m from beach and close proximity to New Forest?
As of 8 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Luxury spacious 2BR apartment 500m from beach and close proximity to New Forest on 12 Feb 2027 start from £1,153, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Luxury spacious 2BR apartment 500m from beach and close proximity to New Forest?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Luxury spacious 2BR apartment 500m from beach and close proximity to New Forest?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Luxury spacious 2BR apartment 500m from beach and close proximity to New Forest?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Luxury spacious 2BR apartment 500m from beach and close proximity to New Forest 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 21 minutes by foot and Bournemouth Station is 25 minutes.
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
With the pleasant surroundings of the property and the long casual walks along the beech to Bournemouth or into the town of Boscombe we have had a very pleasant stay and would not hesitate to book again
Everything about this stay was utter perfection. The host was kind and communicative, and the property was immaculate and conveniently located. I would recommend this place every time and will definitely book it again in the future!
We are from Bournemouth but now live in Canada and come back for family visits. The flat was the perfect place for us and we were able to have my family over for dinners as the kitchen was so well equipped and the table seats 6. It was so nice being so close to the beach and going for a swim and walks. We are looking forward to staying here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Oct 2023
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay at Boscombe Reef Retreat. We look forward to welcoming you back on your next visit to the UK.
This is the second time we’ve stayed at this apartment. It has everything you need and more. The beautiful beach is only 5 minutes walk. This place is a home from home and I cannot wait to stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jul 2024
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay and appreciate you choosing our apartment again. It's wonderful to know you felt at home and enjoyed the location. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!
This accommodation is first class. Perfect location, spacious, clean, everything you need for a home away from home. Do not hesitate to book this appartment if you plan on visiting Boscombe/Bouremouth.
The flat was beautifully appointed clean and well equipped. It was walking distance to restaurants and the beach. We would highly recommend staying at this lovely flat.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 May 2024
Thank you for your wonderful review. We hope you enjoy the rest of your time in the UK.
A lovely apartment within easy reach of Boscombe Pier & the local shops. Very spacious with a very well equipped kitchen. Handy side entrance great for unloading & loading the car. A really lovely holiday helped by the glorious weather. Very good bus service. Didn't move the car the whole stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Sept 2023
It was a pleasure to host you and your sister, you were wonderful guests. We are very pleased that you enjoyed your holiday and were so fortunate with the fabulous weather. We hope it brought back some lovely memories of the area for you both.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Ben N.
17 Oct 2017
One of the best experiences ever, we will be back!
This retreat had everything I needed and then some, it was fully equipped for my needs. I also appreciated how Teresa responded to every detail even checking in with me during my stay, which is unheard of in the U.S.
The place was also nicely appointed and comfortable. I would highly recommend it.
ooked a very last minute 5 night November stay at this apartment in Boscombe. Teresa the owner was really helpful considering she only had 1 day to sort everything and the apartment on arrival was absolutely perfect.
The apartment in a converted former victorian grand hotel is furnished and presented to a high standard and has everything you could need. Location is ideal for the wonderful beaches, bars and restaurants the area has. Even in November we were able to get out walking every day.
If you don't want to drive, local bus services are close at hand and very regular
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Nov 2024
Thank you so much for your kind review and for choosing Boscombe Reef Retreat for your last-minute getaway! We’re thrilled to hear that you found the apartment perfect and well-equipped for your stay.
The building’s history as a former Victorian grand hotel does add a special charm, and it’s wonderful to know that you appreciated the high standard of furnishings and presentation. The location truly is ideal all year around for enjoying the beautiful beaches, local bars, and restaurants, and it’s great to hear you made the most of the walking opportunities—even in November!
It was a pleasure hosting you, and we’re so glad you had a relaxing and enjoyable stay. We hope to welcome you back in the future!
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Donald S.
1 Jun 2017
Highly Recommended
My wife and I and our son stayed in this apartment in May 2017. We found it to be exactly as promised. Clean, comfortable, and well equipped. Dealing with the owner was easy as she was very professional. The area is excellent for local traveling with good quick access. Also the local area was excellent with lots of restaurants, cafe, and other amenities. The walking area at the beach was delightful. Lots to see and do in the area.
Fab place to stay. All mod cons and finishing touches that made all the difference.
Clean and organised, spacious and comfortable. Cupboards full of games, maps, guides and some blast from the past dvds.
Great shower, hairdryer, and modern kitchen appliances.All situated in a beautiful former hotel with a classy well kept lobby/foyer and hallways.
What’s not to like….?
We found the property last minute but glad we did. It’s a 5 minute walk to the beach and roughly 25 mins walk into Bournemouth. Boscombe has a good selection of shops and supermarkets and is 3/4 minutes walk away. The apartments was spacious and well equipped, lots of leaflets regarding things to do, games and books. Seems like a good bus service we only used the once to return back from a long day at the air show. We visited Poole, Poole park, Christchurch, Sandbanks durning our stay all lovely places to visit. My children loved the pool table which guests can use. It had a handy 2nd door to the side of the main building which we tended to use. Overall would I recommend this apartment to others, definitely yes. We plan to return another year.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept 2024
Thank you for your great review! We’re so glad you found us and enjoyed the convenient location, spacious apartment, and amenities like the pool table. It sounds like you had a wonderful time exploring the area. We look forward to welcoming you back again in the future.
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Jutika G.
28 Apr 2019
Amazing Apartment!!
We loved staying at this apartment! Everything that you could possible need for a short stay with kids was available, including high chair, games, books, stair gate, cot and even Tupperware for picnics :) Basics like tea, sugar, salt, pepper, cooking oil, dishwasher tablets, tea towels and even kids plates, cups and cutlery were provided.
The owner is a lovely lady just an email away and very responsive for any queries. My husband found the ceiling beams in the bathroom a bit of a hindrance, but then again he is 6’5” and the odd ceiling beam isn’t going to stop us from coming back for another holiday :)
We used the apartment as a base for exploring New Forest, which isn’t too far. The weather was lovely and we also managed a day at the beach!
We had an excellent holiday and my kids wanted to move into the apartment permanently!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Aug 2023
Thank you so much for your kind review. We are so pleased that you had such a lovely holiday and that your children loved the apartment. I hope we have the opportunity to welcome you back again.
Stayed here for a week at the end of August and were generally treated to good weather. The master bedroom had a lovely comfy bed with good sized en siute. The twin room is quite small and more suited to younger children although our teenagers managed without too much fuss. We always had plenty of hot water during our stay. The virgin TV was good as was the WIFI.
The kitchen is well equipped with plenty of plates/cups etc. Instruction manuals are available for every appliance there is which is really helpful. We made use of the washing machine and dryer which was brilliant to have those available.
We also made use of the pool table and gym that is in the building.
The location is excellent and only a 5 minute walk to Boscombe beach. We enjoyed a couple of evenings at the bars on the promenade and several afternoons on the beach. Sainsbury's and Aldi are only a 5-10 minute walk away. There's a bus stop around the corner where you can catch one of the yellow busses. We used the bus to go to mudeford and hengistbury head which was beautiful. If you walk further into town, there's a variety of other busses. We caught the no 1 to Poole and enjoyed a boat trip around the harbour.
I thoroughly recommend this apartment. Communication with the host was excellent throughout.
Thank you for the positive feedback! We’re glad to hear that you enjoyed everything, including the surroundings. We hope to welcome you back soon! Vielen Dank für das positive Feedback! Es freut uns, dass Ihnen alles, auch die Umgebung, gefallen hat. Wir hoffen, Sie bald wieder bei uns begrüßen zu dürfen!
We were so pleased with the apartment. We spent a lot of time in it as it rained most of the 14 days we were there.
Happened over Queen’s death so it was wall to wall TV on the very large TV provided. Thank you