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Apartment in Poole
The Coast House, a Comfortable, Stylish Sandbanks Apartment
The Coast House provides a luxurious home from home holiday experience for any couple looking for time out from their hectic daily lives. A thoughtfully designed, spacious and well-equipped apartment awaits, complete with all the essentials plus much more. Immaculately clean and tidy, The Coast House is a peaceful space to relax and unwind after a day of exploring the stunning local area. Make the most of the evening sunshine in your own private courtyard garden, fire up the BBQ and enjoy alfresco dining. Or if you prefer not to cook, there are many local cafes and restaurants to choose from! The Coast House - a stylish, spacious and contemporary apartment finished to the highest standard. Immaculately clean and tastefully decorated, featuring a fully equipped separate kitchen complete with dishwasher, full size oven, microwave, kettle, toaster, hob and washing machine. Large open plan living/dining space with Juliet Balcony, staircase leading to mezzanine bedroom with a King size bed. Separate dressing room area leads to a modern shower room. Off road parking on our driveway for one vehicle provided plus there is also unrestricted on street parking. Separate access to The Coast House from a side entrance into a private garden for your sole use. Outdoor table, seating and BBQ area. Space to store pedal bikes. Guests are free to enjoy their holiday with as much or as little interaction with host as they wish. We will always be available by phone or email to answer questions. Beautiful blue flag beaches & a host of water sports are all within walking distance from The Coast House. Stroll down from Lilliput to Sandbanks Beach via Evening Hill, stopping off at Patisserie Mark Bennett for delicious pastries & coffee. Catch the chain ferry to Studland and walk to the National Trust Cafe at Knoll Beach. Treat yourselves to lunch at Shell Bay or The Pig on the Beach...amazing food & drinks with incredible sea views! Take a day trip to Brownsea Island from Poole Harbour. Guests can park their car on our driveway and come and go as they please. Bikes are the best way for getting around to avoid summer traffic. Except during July and August enjoy bike rides along the beach path to various cafes and restaurants between Poole, Bournemouth and beyond. Guests are welcome to bring their own or can hire bikes from us for an additional charge. (1 ladies and 1 men’s mountain bike) There is a bus stop on Lilliput road for easy links to Poole, Bournemouth and Swanage. The Coast House is most suitable for 2 adults. However, with an open plan bedroom layout, there is space to accommodate a travel cot for a baby or toddler - which we can provide upon request (Bedding not supplied). Please note there are no stair gates in the property.
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Flat in Poole
Poole quay
Welcome to my waterside apartment. Brand new first floor apartment located on the edge of Poole quay. The apartment is bright and airy and comes with a designated parking space for your use. You will have access to all the amenities within my apartment from the tv, sound systems and WiFi to the whole kitchen, dishwasher and washer dryer. The apartment is set up to cater for anyone ranging from couples wanting a break away, small groups visiting Dorset to business people who want to feel at home
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Apartment in Dorset
Nu-Vu A 2 bed Apartment, Seaview, Balcony, Parking
My apartment is close to a safe beach with great views, family park, town amenities, good public transport, and has the extra bonus of the ferry terminal to the Channel islands and France. You’ll feel totally secure with the friendly neighbourhood, gated parking and comfy beds. Also enjoy the relaxing quietness of the area, but close enough for great local restaurants and pubs. The property is excellent for couples, solo adventurers, and business travellers.
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Your guide to Poole

All About Poole

With stunning beaches, a spectacular natural harbour, and a historic old town, Poole is one of Dorset’s most popular holiday destinations, just an hour from Southampton. Its main attraction is Poole Harbour — said to be the second biggest natural harbour in the world (behind Sydney), spanning more than 22 square kilometres, with many islands dotted throughout. The harbour is lined with marinas and beaches, protected wetlands, and coastal walks through untouched woodland, with calm waters for kitesurfing and paddleboarding. Sit and enjoy the view from one of the bars or indulge in seafood delights at a waterfront restaurant. On a small peninsula jutting out from the harbour, you’ll find the sandy shores and calm waters of Sandbanks Beach, one of the area’s cleanest, safest, and most-visited beaches.

Poole also has a lovely Old Town, where you’ll find some of the oldest buildings in Dorset, dating from the 15th century. You can spend a few hours walking the popular Cockle Trail, which guides you through the town’s rich history. Poole is also home to the Lighthouse, the largest arts centre in England outside London, which holds year-round live shows, theatre productions, and cultural exhibitions.


The best time to stay in a holiday rental in Poole

Poole is a year-round destination, with many holiday lets and cottages to choose from for your stay. Summer temperatures can rival those of the Mediterranean, so make sure you pack a hat and sunscreen. The Summer Spectacular takes place every Thursday from July till late August at Poole’s quayside, with live music, entertainment, and fireworks. Spring and autumn are pleasant times to visit, and you can expect mostly mild days for enjoying the outdoors, though be aware that you may experience some rain and cooler days, so make sure you pack a jacket.

In September, the Poole Seafood Festival showcases the locally caught catch, with chef demonstrations, music, and family entertainment. A winter visit can be greeted by cold weather and possible rain, but it’s still rewarding if you enjoy sitting inside by a warm fire while watching the weather pass.


Top things to do in Poole

Sandbanks Beach

Sandbanks Beach is widely considered one of the nicest beaches in the United Kingdom. With its soft sands and calm waters, it’s ideal for swimmers of all ages; you can rent parasols and deck chairs from the beach office, as well as sports equipment like volleyball nets. In the cooler months, you can still enjoy a long stroll along the shore, taking in the views; dogs are allowed at the beach’s western end.

Cockle Trail

Pick up a map of the Cockle Trail at the Poole Tourist Information Centre and take a self-guided tour of the town’s rich heritage. The trail opened in 1998 to celebrate Poole’s 750th anniversary, and features brass plaques set in the pavement that point out historical sites of importance. You’ll pass by the town’s historic quay, which played a major role in D-Day preparations, as well as historic buildings like the Customs House and more recent landmarks like Sea Music, the impressive metal sculpture that echoes the sounds of the sea.

Poole Park

The town’s 45-hectare harbourside park is home to large green spaces, manicured gardens, a saltwater lagoon, and beautiful lakes. There are two play areas for kids, as well as a mini-golf course and a bowling green, and there’s even a railway you can ride around the park. Hire a pedalo and take a relaxing trip around the lake, or simply enjoy a stroll through the gardens or along the harbour.

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