Title: Cosy cottage, short walk to beach and restaurants Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Cosy cottage, short walk to beach and restaurants ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83240000/83237900/83237821/09d6c955.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83240000/83237900/83237821/76b19229.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83240000/83237900/83237821/5c523bc8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83240000/83237900/83237821/7d1361ce.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83240000/83237900/83237821/b41463c4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Tucked away in a quiet lane, this Southbourne cottage offers a warm retreat near the high street's independent pubs and restaurants. Take a 10-minute stroll through wooded gardens to reach the sandy beach or unwind in the lovely walled courtyard with fragrant honeysuckle. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4600 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Cosy cottage, short walk to beach and restaurants Welcome! A cosy cottage tucked away in a quiet lane just off Southbourne high street with its independent pubs, restaurants and artisan bakeries. 10 minute walk to the sandy beach through wooded gardens. High-chair, travel cot and bed guard rail on request. Retractable stairgate at top of stairs. Open plan upstairs with beams and vaulted ceiling. A fun and sociable space! Two downstairs bedrooms with king (5’) bed and bunks suitable for adults as well as children (grown-ups bed linen also available). Bath and beach towels provided. Small but lovely walled courtyard accessed through main bedroom. Fragrant honeysuckle in the summer. Arrive at your convenience. Keys will be waiting for you in the keysafe at the cottage. Free parking in surrounding streets. It can get busy, but you can usually find a space. Alternatively, Woodside Road public car park is just a minutes' walk away and always has space (£5 for 24 hours or £26 for a monthly pass). We make sure the cottage is sparkling clean using eco friendly cleaning products. Linens are laundered at high temperature using non-bio detergent. Kindly note we are a strictly animal-free, non-smoking property. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Fenced yard - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Hardwood flooring in public areas - Tile flooring in public areas - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Housekeeping (on request) - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near the bay - Near the sea ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Kayaking nearby - Sailing nearby - Swimming nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Bed sheets changed on request - Comprehensive recycling policy - Double-glazed windows - Eco-friendly cleaning products used - Eco-friendly toiletries - Energy-saving switches in guestrooms - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) - Local artist showcase - Locally-owned and organised tours and activities - No plastic coffee stirrers - No plastic drinking straws - No plastic soft drink bottles - No plastic water bottles - Reusable cups - Reusable tableware - Towels (changed on request) - Unit size: 600 square feet - Water-efficient showers - Water-efficient toilets ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM Contactless check-in and check-out are available ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM Contactless check-out ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Long-term renters welcome This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ## About the area Located in Bournemouth, this cottage is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Bournemouth Beach and New Forest National Park, while Bournemouth Pier and Sandbanks Beach are popular area attractions. Travelling with kids? Consider Boscombe Chine Gardens Mini Golf Course and Littledown Sports Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Bournemouth travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bournemouth.dx654) [View more Cottages in Bournemouth](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bournemouth-Cottages.d654-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C50.72732%2C-1.81899&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=pBevgXSx7iMG3PK1bAusR9ICeno=) Bournemouth, England ### What's nearby - Southbourne Beach - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles - O2 Academy Bournemouth - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles - Vitality Stadium - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles - Bournemouth Beach - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles - Bournemouth International Centre - 7 min drive - 3.3 miles ### Getting around - Pokesdown for Boscombe Station - 7 min walk - Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 15 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Coffee #1 - ‬2 min walk - ‪The Larder House - ‬2 min walk - ‪The Wight Bear Ale House - ‬4 min walk - ‪The Grove Tavern - ‬2 min walk - ‪Sobo:Fish - ‬2 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Cosy cottage, short walk to beach and restaurants pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Cosy cottage, short walk to beach and restaurants? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Cosy cottage, short walk to beach and restaurants? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Cosy cottage, short walk to beach and restaurants located? > This family-friendly Bournemouth cottage is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Boscombe Beach, Southbourne Beach and Kings Park. Bournemouth Beach is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) away. Pokesdown for Boscombe Station is 7 minutes by foot. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Cosy cottage, short walk to beach and restaurants Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location 10 - Excellent 10 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vicki W. 9 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful cottage Repeat visit and always have a great time. Lovely home. ##### Vicki W. Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stanislav P. 10 Oct 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent \- very cosy, clean and fully equipped accommodation - close distance to several groceries, beautiful beach - kind and caring communication - highly recommended for future stays ##### Stanislav P. Stayed 28 nights in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vicki W. 23 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely, open cottage Perfect location for stay in Southbourne. Close to train, shops, bus stops and walkable to beach and two piers. Kitchen well stocked with equipment to comfortably cook all meals. Love it - already have next visit booked this summer. ##### Vicki W. Stayed 21 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vicki W. 26 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great visit with family! We have stayed here several times - great location (close to shops and train station). Lovely walk to beach. Feels like home in the evening with big table to have family over for dinner. Well stocked. Mel and Andy are great! ##### Vicki W. Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vicki W. 4 Feb 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect stay This was a great 3 week visit with my daughter's family who live a few blocks away. Close to shops, transportation, restaurants and beach. Mel responded in a timely fashion and house is stocked with everything you would need. Great little house! ##### Vicki W. Stayed 24 nights in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christine Pyle P. 29 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent location Lovely upside down house with easy access to great coffee shops, pub and restaurants. Beach only 10 mins walk away. It was the little extras that made this such a great holiday home - new buckets and spades and activity books for the children and lots of goodies for us too! So much thought has been put into the details and what this place has to offer. ##### Christine Pyle P. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kate M. 31 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location, all as described Great little house, been nicely put together, has all you need. Thoughtful owner, good speedy communications. Perfectly clean on arrival. Location is great, 10 mins walk through a park to the beach, loads of restaurants, shops and cafes round the corner. Already booked our next visit! (We were a couple with a 10 year old). ##### Kate M. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul L. 13 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Welcome well needed break A very well maintained property . We were surprised and delighted when we arrived to find the spacious living area on the first floor. It was light and airy and a pleasure to relax and chill out in . There was every appliance you could need to make your stay easy and comfortable. We liked the fact eco friendly soaps etc were there to use .Lovely welcome gift and Mel was very kind about cleaning up before leaving . The property was just off the main high street where there were so many places to eat and drink . Parking and unloading was easy and no problem . Sea front a short walk or drive and plenty of free parking or very reasonable if you had to pay. Highly recommended ! ##### Paul L. Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Patrick R. 28 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### All you need and more Comfortable accommodation in short distance to beach, pubs and everything else you may consider necessary for perfect vacation. ##### Patrick R. 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