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Coastal Cove
good location for pubs, restaurants and boat trips. good bathroom, comfy bed and sofa. Quite warm at night and the area was noisy with the windows open but overall enjoyed our stay.

Flat One The Beaches
Had a fabulous 4 nights staying here and loved it. Easy check in and instructions, great location on sea front and harbour/shops just a few minutes walk as was M&S/Tesco for food shops. Fair few steps to the apartment but no trouble for us. Surprising & lovely courtyard with seating outside apartment door. Apartment really spacious, modern bathroom & really liked the open plan lounge / kitchen. TV had Netflix which was bonus and large fridge freezer. So comfortable for a few days. No issue with noise as bedroom on the back of the building. Definitely stay again as loved the location & homely feel. Thank you !

Heron Court, 2 Bed Apartment
west bay is lovely, and this little flat is right in the middle. it has everything you need.

Esplanade: Beach front, Regency flat with parking
Would definitely recommend this apartment for those wanting a stay in Weymouth. It’s right on the esplanade on the seafront, so literally ideal for the beach & town. There were games & for those going at a warmer time of year, items to use for the beach, so it’s really thoughtfully kitted out. Gerwins responsiveness regarding the booking & a query were also excellent. Would definitely stay again if having a trip to Weymouth. A really lovely, cute & cosy apartment.

By The Harbour Apartment
Lovely stay in west bay, great location right on the harbour, flat is well equipped and beautifully decorated, great base for exploring the area!

Stylish flat by the beach with stunning sea views.
Sebastian’s flat is in a fantastic spot in Swanage, so easy to pop out the door and into a restaurant, cafe or the sea! A beautiful flat with a complete kitchen, very comfortable bed and a lovely atmosphere. Thank you for having us Sebastian!

By The Quay
Very nice flat, well equipped, great welcome. We didn't find the duvet for the sofa bed at first. Slightly clearer instructions might help with this. The Airbnb imposed times meant for two nights we only had one full day and a few hours. They should reconsider times. Otherwise everything was excellent.

Jurassic View, Pier Terrace
The accommodation was exactly as described and the cleanliness of the flat was pristine. The flat was very cosy and had everything that was needed to help us enjoy our stay. Special mention that the shower was fab and the views of the harbour were amazing. A lovely property to enjoy a few days away - very relaxing. Some welcome gifts were waiting for us on arrival, some wine, locally made biscuits and some milk for a cuppa. A lot of thought from Stephen and April has gone in to ensuring guests have everything they need - thank you both very much.
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Historic Mill on the River Piddle
Travelling as a family of four and one dog. We loved our stay at North Mill. Great location with lots to pubs and restaurants a short walk into Wareham old town. Sally was super friendly and welcoming. Wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this place for a stay on Wareham and to enjoy the beautiful Dorset coast.

Beautiful beachside home, amazing sea view & walks
The Ark offered unrestricted views of the coastline and it was literally a one minute walk to the beach. Having made the booking in the February it was a really cold weekend. There was a table outside of the property and it would be absolutely lovely just eat and drink outside in the warmer weather. The property was so clean and was modern inside. There was absolutely no issue in keeping warm during the cold weather, the property retained the heat perfectly. We actually bumped into Peter outside because we arrived a little earlier, he was super friendly and helpful. Initially we thought we had a problem with the tv and Frances was quick at responding to the messages and more than willing to help. Great value for money. Location is lovely and my dog had the best time.

Redcliffe Farm House on the river bend
An excellent airbnb experience! Bev’s house was exactly what we were looking for, for a family birthday getaway. Once we’d pinpointed the address it was easy to find with Google Maps and Bev’s instructions. Entry was easy with the key in a lockbox, and the place was lovely and clean. It’s very well sized and slept 6 of us very comfortably. The kitchen was very well stocked for an Airbnb and left us impressed! Bathrooms were also well stocked and there were complementary slippers in all of the bedrooms to make us feel at home and relaxed. The house is a short walk from the centre of Wareham, and it’s a nice walk along the river. Pricing was in line with what we’ve paid to stay at other similarly sized properties, so we were happy with that. Overall it was a brilliant stay, and Bev was responsive and very accommodating with check in & out times. We wouldn’t hesitate to stay again!

Beautiful Dorset getaway with stunning sea views.
We loved the house, it has been recently renovated/ extended and looks amazing, modern, comfortable, full of books, artwork and really homely, with amazing views if the sea, the town and the fields. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.

BEACH HOUSE: sleeps 14 right on Sea / Beach / Sand
We were a group of 12, and every one of us agreed this is the best holiday house we've ever stayed in. We loved the location, right by the beach and a short walk into town, but at the end of a cul-de-sac, so quiet and safe. We loved all the many books and musical instruments in the house - we felt very at home! We loved the beautiful sea views from 3 bedrooms, and the comfy beds, and the well-equipped kitchen. Our children loved the wide range of toys and the games console. The host made us feel very welcome. We felt it was very good value for money, and we would really like to come back and stay here again.

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Lovely little place in an ideal location. Beautiful decoration & appliances. Gorgeous little terrace/decking. Excellent communication with host. Nice & clean. Very comfortable bed. Sofa would benefit from a throw or cover as it looks a bit tired, but is also v comfy.

Nothe House - Exclusive home, Weymouth Harbour
The house is a comfy, beautifully furnished and decorated family home. As opposed to a house put together for Airbnb. Everything was just how we would have wanted it. We spent a very happy Christmas there with our family and everyone (9 of us at one point) had enough space, with a cozy lounge with fireplace and the quieter viewing lounge.The beds were comfy, the kitchen was amply equipped, we went for coastal walks - perfect.

April's Cottage, sea views close to Chesil Beach
We had a great time again in this wonderful cottage - it is so cosy and comfortable! it was great go out for walks and explore the area - and we really enjoyed coming back to sit in front of the fire and listen to the waves. We had such a relaxing time and are keen to come back again - we loved it!
Waterfront condo accommodation

High-spec apartment, river views
What a wonderful place! It was idyllic—so close to the river, and the pictures don’t do it justice. We had an amazing weekend. The house is gorgeous and has everything you need. Sean is an amazing host who goes above and beyond to help. We will definitely be back!

Beautiful Harbourside Apartment
Fantastic stay . Host was so friendly and supportive . Recommended lots to do for me, son and dog. The apparent is spacious with a superb view of the harbour . The area is lovely with plenty of walks under and over the cliffs . Host was kind enough to point us to a fossil beach where else did indeed find a fossil .

Panoramic Harbour views in historic apartment
A perfect location for all the amenities of Poole and Poole Harbour. The view of the harbour was spectacular and a good amount of our was spent sitting on the window seat admiring the view and watching people go by their day. The apartment is very well equipped with pretty much everything you need and we very much appreciated the extra touches such as fresh flowers on the windowsill, milk, OJ and croissants. I’ll definitely visit again when I visit Poole next!

2 bed apartment overlooking harbour west bay
What a fabulous place to stay in West Bay. The location was amazing with fabulous views over the harbour. Pubs, restaurants and cafes a stone’s throw away and we were lucky enough to benefit from the free parking everyday. The flat itself was well equipped with quality items, very clean & bright and Karen was quick in responding to our questions. Highly recommended all round. Thank you for our welcome pack !

Stunning Beachfront apartment overlooking the sea
Fantastic couple of days in this wonderful apartment, close to all amenities and breathtaking view of the sea..Carley was a perfect host which enabled us to have a wonderful break...Thank you.

Stunning Apartment With Panoramic Seaviews
This is such a stunning apartment, so spacious and light. The beds are all very comfortable and my son loved the triple bed bunk! Tara is great at communication, always quick to respond and really friendly. And the location is spot on! Thank you for a great stay!

A harbour view Jurassic Coast gem.
This was our second visit to Carolyn's apartment in West Bay. We also visited out of season last time - West Bay has a lovely out of summer season vibe! There were plenty of shops and restaurants still open. We did have a dramatic storm for one day, but mostly the weather was dry, sunny and bracing! The apartment is in a great location, and is beautifully maintained - very clean and welcoming. Carolyn is a wonderful host - excellent communication and very useful information from entry details to local amenities.

Spacious, contemporary ground floor apartment.
We had a lovely time at Coopers. The apartment is beautiful and spacious, it is luxuriously decorated and furnished and we felt at home during our stay. The surrounding area is beautiful and peaceful. Charlie was a proactive and attentive host and answered all our questions before we had to ask them. Thank you for a wonderful stay.
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