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Bayview Cottage

Southbourne, Dorset (Ref. 1165067)

Customer rating

4.1

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Dream Cottages rating

  • 8 Guests

  • 3 Bedrooms

  • 1 Bathroom

  • Pets Yes

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Features

  • Off road parking
  • Ground floor accommodation
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Garden / Patio
  • Pub/shop < 1 mile
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Seaside
  • Broadband / WiFi

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16 Customer Review(s)

  • Julie

    “Superb location for dog walks across the head and along the pristine beaches.”

    The bungalow itself is spacious and well laid out. The garden is secure and ideal for dogs. Regrettably, this is marked by the lack of care taken to maintain comforts which are lacking. When we arrived we found several marks and stains on soft furnishings and surfaces. On closer inspection there was a lot of gritty sand in the sofa. When we left and stripped the beds, we discovered a duvet and mattress protector heavily bloodstained. These had been washed, but we would expect them to be replaced ...

    The bungalow itself is spacious and well laid out. The garden is secure and ideal for dogs. Regrettably, this is marked by the lack of care taken to maintain comforts which are lacking. When we arrived we found several marks and stains on soft furnishings and surfaces. On closer inspection there was a lot of gritty sand in the sofa. When we left and stripped the beds, we discovered a duvet and mattress protector heavily bloodstained. These had been washed, but we would expect them to be replaced rather than left. Very unpleasant! The duvets themselves are very light- for summer use, not suitable for February. There were also no accessible blankets in the property- we had to use the duvets from the other beds to double-up (which you couldn’t do if they were needed for other guests). The mattresses could also do with being replaced. Very uncomfortable with deep divots. Furthermore, having stayed in many properties over the years, I was disappointed that there was no welcome to the property. A card and a pint of milk is the bare minimum- but not even this was provided. This meanness extends to an overused pot sponge, and the cheapest toilet roll available. This may sound petty, but these little things create a poor first impression. Such a shame as this could be an outstanding property if more care was offered it and its guests.

    - Julie, February 2026

Summary

  • Single-storey
  • Three bedrooms: 2 x king-size, 1 x double
  • Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin, and WC
  • Kitchen/diner
  • Dining room
  • Sitting room with sofa bed which can accommodate an additional 2 guests.
  • Gas central heating
  • Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher
  • Smart TV, WiFi
  • Fuel and power inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Off-road parking on a private driveway for 3 cars
  • Enclosed rear garden with lawn, patio, and furniture
  • Dog-friendly
  • Sorry, no smoking
  • Shop 0.3 miles, pub 0.8 miles, beach 0.4 miles
  • Note: The property can accommodate two more guests on the sofa bed, sleeping eight in total
  • Note: Maximum occupancy is 8 guests and must not exceed this number of guests at any given point
  • Note: No stag/hen parties or anything similar
  • Note: Check-in from 4pm, check-out by 10am

The property

A well-positioned, three-bedroom cottage resting in Southbourne, Dorset.

Sea glimpses.

Close to beach and amenities.

Ground-floor living.

Dog-friendly.

Bournemouth 4.2 miles.

EPC Rating: Band C

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £350.

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About the location

SOUTHBOURNE

Bournemouth 3 miles.

Southbourne is a suburb of Bournemouth with its own sandy beach and local facilities, only a short drive from Bournemouth centre. It’s a pleasant place to find independent shops and boutiques along with a Post Office, gift shops and cafes. The Fisherman's Walk Cliff Railway, is a funicular railway which links the coastal road with the promenade and beach area. Nearby Bournemouth offers something for everyone all year round. With seven miles of golden, award-winning Blue Flag beaches, there are all kinds of watersports, boat trips and stunning gardens to keep you busy during the day. Or, why not explore the town’s bustling shopping centre, which offers a large selection of curiosity and specialist shops. You’ll also be spoilt for choice with the entertainment on offer during the evening, with a vast array of restaurants catering for all budgets, lively clubs, bars and cinemas, as well as excellent shows and world-class events at both The Bournemouth International Centre and The Pavilion Theatre.

This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter
  • Off-season
  • Last minute
  • Christmas

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