Cottages in Bournemouth

Boasting mile after mile of beautiful, natural coastline anyone seeking a traditional seaside break should head for one of the award-winning sandy beaches, and of course one of our comfortable cottages in Bournemouth. The family-friendly beaches at Alum Chine and Southbourne are perfect for sunbathing, sandcastles and swimming. There's a whole host of family fun in Bournemouth and kids will love the underwater adventures at Oceanarium, wildlife adventures and indoor waterparks. There are plenty of historic houses, museums and heritage sites to explore and ancient villages in the surrounding countryside. Head inland from the beach, through the stunning Lower Gardens and you'll find yourself in the middle of the town's shopping mecca, with unique boutiques sitting alongside high-street favourites. Whether you're on a romantic break or a family adventure, Bournemouth has something to offer everyone, whatever the season.

Bournemouth beach

Popular Holiday Cottages in Bournemouth

Living area | Beachcroft, Bournemouth

Bournemouth, Dorset

Beachcroft

Coastal
Wifi
Car Parking On Site
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 2 Pets

4.8

out of 5

13 Nov•7 nights

£403
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Delightful Edwardian holiday property  | Stourcliffe House, Bournemouth
Customers' Choice

Bournemouth, Dorset

Stourcliffe House

Coastal
Luxury
Wifi
  • 11 Guests
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • 2 Pets

4.9

out of 5

8 Jan•7 nights

£1,182
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Exterior | By The Way, Broadstone, near Poole
Customers' Choice

Broadstone, near Poole, Dorset

By The Way

Wifi
Car Parking On Site
Enclosed Garden / Patio
  • 5 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 2 Pets

4.7

out of 5

7 Jan•7 nights

£417
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Living room | Beach Town, Bournemouth

Bournemouth, Dorset

Beach Town

Coastal
Luxury
Wifi
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 1 Pet

4.3

out of 5

19 Oct•7 nights

£433
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Living room | Sandbourne, Westbourne,  near Bournemouth

Westbourne, near Bournemouth, Dorset

Sandbourne

Coastal
Wifi
Car Parking On Site
  • 5 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 0 Pets

5

out of 5

8 Nov•7 nights

£557
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Open plan living space | The Old Dairy, Wimborne
Customers' Choice

Wimborne, Dorset

The Old Dairy

Luxury
Wifi
Car Parking On Site
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 1 Pet

4.9

out of 5

13 Nov•7 nights

£597
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Balcony | Les Bateaux, Poole

Poole, Dorset

Les Bateaux

Coastal
Wifi
Car Parking On Site
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 0 Pets

5

out of 5

7 Oct•7 nights

£1,542
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Delightful single storey holiday home | Jasper, Broadstone, near Bournemouth
Customers' Choice

Broadstone, near Bournemouth, Dorset

Jasper

Wifi
Car Parking On Site
Enclosed Garden / Patio
  • 4 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 2 Pets

5

out of 5

9 Oct•7 nights

£767
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Exterior | Sandbanks8, Sandbanks

Sandbanks, Dorset

Sandbanks8

Coastal
Wifi
Car Parking On Site
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 0 Pets

5

out of 5

7 Oct•7 nights

£1,137
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Balcony | Tidal Reflections, Poole

Poole, Dorset

Tidal Reflections

Coastal
Wifi
Car Parking On Site
  • 2 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 0 Pets

4

out of 5

12 Oct•7 nights

£973
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View of the Needles and the Isle of Wight | The Swift House, Highcliffe, Christchurch

Highcliffe, Christchurch, Dorset

The Swift House

Coastal
Wifi
Car Parking On Site
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 0 Pets

4.7

out of 5

1 Mar•7 nights

£577
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Living room | Catch the Tide, Poole

Poole, Dorset

Catch the Tide

Coastal
Wifi
Car Parking On Site
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 0 Pets

5

out of 5

7 Oct•7 nights

£1,060
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Dog Friendly Cottages in Bournemouth

Heckford Cottage, Poole

Poole, Dorset

Heckford Cottage

Coastal
Wifi
Pub Within 1 Mile
  • 5 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 1 Pet

7 Oct•7 nights

£1,282
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Living area | Beachcroft, Bournemouth

Bournemouth, Dorset

Beachcroft

Coastal
Wifi
Car Parking On Site
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 2 Pets

4.8

out of 5

13 Nov•7 nights

£403
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Delightful Edwardian holiday property  | Stourcliffe House, Bournemouth
Customers' Choice

Bournemouth, Dorset

Stourcliffe House

Coastal
Luxury
Wifi
  • 11 Guests
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • 2 Pets

4.9

out of 5

8 Jan•7 nights

£1,182
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Exterior | By The Way, Broadstone, near Poole
Customers' Choice

Broadstone, near Poole, Dorset

By The Way

Wifi
Car Parking On Site
Enclosed Garden / Patio
  • 5 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 2 Pets

4.7

out of 5

7 Jan•7 nights

£417
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Primrose Bloom, Poole

Poole, Dorset

Primrose Bloom

Coastal
Wifi
Pub Within 1 Mile
  • 5 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 1 Pet

7 Oct•7 nights

£1,325
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Sea Voyagers, Poole

Poole, Dorset

Sea Voyagers

Coastal
Wifi
Pub Within 1 Mile
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 1 Pet

7 Oct•7 nights

£1,060
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Living room | Beach Town, Bournemouth

Bournemouth, Dorset

Beach Town

Coastal
Luxury
Wifi
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 1 Pet

4.3

out of 5

19 Oct•7 nights

£433
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Open plan living space | The Old Dairy, Wimborne
Customers' Choice

Wimborne, Dorset

The Old Dairy

Luxury
Wifi
Car Parking On Site
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 1 Pet

4.9

out of 5

13 Nov•7 nights

£597
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Living room | Seal Cottage, Poole

Poole, Dorset

Seal Cottage

Coastal
Wifi
Car Parking On Site
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 3 Pets

7 Oct•7 nights

£973
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Delightful single storey holiday home | Jasper, Broadstone, near Bournemouth
Customers' Choice

Broadstone, near Bournemouth, Dorset

Jasper

Wifi
Car Parking On Site
Enclosed Garden / Patio
  • 4 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 2 Pets

5

out of 5

9 Oct•7 nights

£767
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Bournemouth

Westbourne, near Bournemouth, Dorset

Apartment 5

Coastal
Wifi
Coast Within 1 Mile
  • 2 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 1 Pet

20 Nov•7 nights

£717
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Sparrow House, Bournemouth

Bournemouth, Dorset

Sparrow House

Coastal
Luxury
Wifi
  • 18 Guests
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 7 Bathrooms
  • 2 Pets

6 Nov•7 nights

£4,802
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Coastal Holiday Cottages in Bournemouth

Living room | Heron 5 - Riverside Park, Christchurch

Christchurch, Dorset

Riverside Park - Heron 5

Coastal
Wifi
Car Parking On Site
  • 4 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 0 Pets

30 Oct•7 nights

£862
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View | Harbour Watch, Poole

Poole, Dorset

Harbour Watch

Coastal
Car Parking On Site
Pub Within 1 Mile
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 0 Pets

5 Nov•7 nights

£1,195
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Heckford Cottage, Poole

Poole, Dorset

Heckford Cottage

Coastal
Wifi
Pub Within 1 Mile
  • 5 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 1 Pet

7 Oct•7 nights

£1,282
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Living area | Drift Away, Poole

Poole, Dorset

Drift Away

Coastal
Wifi
Car Parking On Site
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 0 Pets

7 Oct•7 nights

£1,360
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Living area | Beachcroft, Bournemouth

Bournemouth, Dorset

Beachcroft

Coastal
Wifi
Car Parking On Site
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 2 Pets

4.8

out of 5

13 Nov•7 nights

£403
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Delightful Edwardian holiday property  | Stourcliffe House, Bournemouth
Customers' Choice

Bournemouth, Dorset

Stourcliffe House

Coastal
Luxury
Wifi
  • 11 Guests
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • 2 Pets

4.9

out of 5

8 Jan•7 nights

£1,182
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Central Chine, Bournemouth

Bournemouth, Dorset

Central Chine

Coastal
Wifi
Pub Within 1 Mile
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 0 Pets

12 Oct•7 nights

£1,319
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Exterior | By The Way, Broadstone, near Poole
Customers' Choice

Broadstone, near Poole, Dorset

By The Way

Wifi
Car Parking On Site
Enclosed Garden / Patio
  • 5 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 2 Pets

4.7

out of 5

7 Jan•7 nights

£417
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Living area | Sunhaven, Poole

Poole, Dorset

Sunhaven

Coastal
Wifi
Pub Within 1 Mile
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 0 Pets

5 Nov•7 nights

£930
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Living area | Anchor Ho, Poole

Poole, Dorset

Anchor Ho

Coastal
Wifi
Car Parking On Site
  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • 0 Pets

7 Oct•7 nights

£1,542
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Primrose Bloom, Poole

Poole, Dorset

Primrose Bloom

Coastal
Wifi
Pub Within 1 Mile
  • 5 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 1 Pet

7 Oct•7 nights

£1,325
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The Carriage House, Poole

Poole, Dorset

The Carriage House

Coastal
Wifi
Pub Within 1 Mile
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 0 Pets

6 Oct•7 nights

£1,282
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Luxury Holiday Cottages in Bournemouth

Delightful Edwardian holiday property  | Stourcliffe House, Bournemouth
Customers' Choice

Bournemouth, Dorset

Stourcliffe House

Coastal
Luxury
Wifi
  • 11 Guests
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • 2 Pets

4.9

out of 5

8 Jan•7 nights

£1,182
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Living room | Beach Town, Bournemouth

Bournemouth, Dorset

Beach Town

Coastal
Luxury
Wifi
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 1 Pet

4.3

out of 5

19 Oct•7 nights

£433
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Open plan living space | The Old Dairy, Wimborne
Customers' Choice

Wimborne, Dorset

The Old Dairy

Luxury
Wifi
Car Parking On Site
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 1 Pet

4.9

out of 5

13 Nov•7 nights

£597
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Sparrow House, Bournemouth

Bournemouth, Dorset

Sparrow House

Coastal
Luxury
Wifi
  • 18 Guests
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 7 Bathrooms
  • 2 Pets

6 Nov•7 nights

£4,802
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Living area | Sea Whispers Cottage, Poole
Customers' Choice
Coastal
Luxury
Wifi
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 2 Pets

4.9

out of 5

21 Jan•7 nights

£543
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Balcony | Wake and Wander, Southbourne, near Christchurch

Southbourne, near Christchurch, Dorset

Wake and Wander

Coastal
Luxury
Wifi
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 1 Pet

5

out of 5

9 Oct•7 nights

£1,369
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Limestone House, Bournemouth

Bournemouth, Dorset

Limestone House

Coastal
Luxury
Wifi
  • 12 Guests
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • 2 Pets

2 Jan•7 nights

£4,918
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Living room | Number 3, Bournemouth
Customers' Choice

Bournemouth, Dorset

Number 3

Coastal
Luxury
Wifi
  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 0 Pets

4.9

out of 5

8 Jan•7 nights

£477
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Open plan living space | Once Upon a Tide, Poole

Poole, Dorset

Once Upon a Tide

Coastal
Luxury
Wifi
  • 3 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 0 Pets

7 Oct•7 nights

£843
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Aurora Rise, Poole

Poole, Dorset

Aurora Rise

Coastal
Luxury
Wifi
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 0 Pets

11 Oct•7 nights

£1,239
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See more cottages in Bournemouth

Inspiration of things to see and do in our Bournemouth holiday cottages

Bournemouth offers various adventure activities for thrill-seekers, such as water sports, jet skiing, paddleboarding, and kayaking. You can also try out beach volleyball, and mini-golf, or rent a beach hut for a relaxing day by the sea. With, a wide selection of holiday cottages in Dorset we have the ideal holiday home for you for your next short break in Bournemouth.

Experience the charm of Bournemouth with cottages.com's guide to the top 5 things to see and do in this picturesque town.

Bournemouth Beach

Spend time relaxing on Bournemouth's award-winning sandy beach, which stretches for several miles along the coastline. Enjoy beach activities, sunbathing, or take a stroll along the promenade with beautiful views of the sea.

Bournemouth Pier

Visit Bournemouth Pier, where you can enjoy amusement arcades, food stalls, and stunning views of the coastline. You can also take the zip line from the pier to the beach for an exhilarating experience.

Russell-Cotes Art Gallery & Museum

Explore the fascinating Russell-Cotes Art Gallery & Museum, housed in a stunning Victorian villa overlooking the sea. The museum exhibits a diverse collection of art and artefacts from around the world.

Bournemouth Gardens

Take a leisurely walk through the Lower, Central, and Upper Gardens, which provide a tranquil escape from the bustle of the town. The gardens are well-maintained and offer beautiful floral displays, tree-lined pathways, and delightful picnic spots.

Bournemouth Balloon

Enjoy panoramic views of Bournemouth and the surrounding coastline by taking a ride on the Bournemouth Balloon, an anchored helium balloon that takes visitors up to 500 feet in the air.

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