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The Shell House - 5 mins to Town and Beach with Peaceful Garden (pet friendly)

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A living room with a beige sofa, a patterned rug, and a television mounted on the wall.
A bedroom with a bed, a bedside table with a mirror, a framed botanical print, and a window with blinds.
A dining area with a long table set for a meal, a wicker chair, a large plant, and framed pictures on the wall.
A bedroom with a canopy bed, a wooden bench, a bedside table, and a view of the window.
A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, wall-mounted lamps, and framed botanical prints.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Barbecue
    A rare find - perfect for a relaxed, outdoor grilling experience.
  • At the centre of it all
    Stay in a top rated central location, steps from the best attractions, dining, and entertainment.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Bournemouth Beach
3 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Dorset, England
  • Place, Bournemouth International Centre
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Bournemouth Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Bournemouth Pavillion Theatre
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom

1 King Bed

Bedroom

1 King Bed

Bedroom

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

The Shell House - 5 mins to Town and Beach with Peaceful Garden (pet friendly)

Our modern, newly refurbished, fully kitted house is a 5-minute walk to the West Cliff Blue Flag beaches and Bournemouth's town centre cafes. It has high-speed Wi-Fi, smart TV, comfy beds, a large open-plan kitchen and over 50 five-star reviews on Airbnb.

Perfect for groups and families, please let us know if you need any more room. Visit our site, www.beachideaways com, for more info.

We're so close to the beach you won't even need your car! However, there is some on-street parking and a large 24-hour car park with EV charging at the end of the road (West cliff Car Park - 2 mins walk)

Layout:
*Ground Floor*
Living Room
Dining Room
Kitchen
Guest Loo
Small Garden

*First Floor*
Bedroom 1: King bed and 2 singles (bunk) beds and ensuite bathroom
Or
Bedroom 2: King bed with ensuite bathroom

*Second Floor*
Bedroom 3: King bed with ensuite bathroom

We are a 5-10 minute drive (depending on traffic) from Bournemouth or Branksome train station. There are many taxi companies in Bournemouth. West Hill car park is a few minutes walk away and charges £10 per day.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 11382114
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
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

About the area

Bournemouth

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Bournemouth City Centre, a neighbourhood in Bournemouth. Sandbanks Beach and Poole Harbour are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Bournemouth Beach and New Forest National Park. Oceanarium and Queens Park are also worth visiting.
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Map
Dorset, England

What's nearby

  • Bournemouth Lower Gardens - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Bournemouth International Centre - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Bournemouth Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Bournemouth Pavillion Theatre - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Bournemouth Pier - 12 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Bournemouth Station - 7 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Smokin' Aces - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Brewhouse & Kitchen - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cristallo - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Flirt Café Bar - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Shell House - 5 mins to Town and Beach with Peaceful Garden (pet friendly) pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Stylish Shell House: walk to beach, BBQ?

As of 12 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Stylish Shell House: walk to beach, BBQ on 5 October 2026 start from NZ$728, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Shell House - 5 mins to Town and Beach with Peaceful Garden (pet friendly)?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Shell House - 5 mins to Town and Beach with Peaceful Garden (pet friendly)?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Shell House - 5 mins to Town and Beach with Peaceful Garden (pet friendly)?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Shell House - 5 mins to Town and Beach with Peaceful Garden (pet friendly) located?

Located in Bournemouth City Centre, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of The Square, Bournemouth Beach and Bournemouth International Centre. Bournemouth Lower Gardens and Bournemouth Town Hall are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
We had a couple of days at the Shell House. Beautifully presented property and great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful, spacious home

Plenty of room in this lovely decorated/furnished home. Cosy and great for our family of 3 generations. Parking found nearby at no cost. Location central and close to the beautiful clean Bournemouth beach, town and lovely gardens. Host was quick to respond to any queries we had.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 April 2024
Thank you tracy, it was a pleasure to host you and would happily welcome you back!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracie Ann T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful property

The Shell House is a stunning property in a great location. It’s around 10 minutes from the beach and the centre. The house is beautifully decorated with gorgeous furnishings that made it look outstandingly elegant, comfortable and welcoming. Everything we needed was there on hand.Grace was on call for a few issues when I struggled to complete my payment, nothing was a problem for her.I highly recommend this property to stay in and if ever we return to Bournemouth, we would definitely would stay there again.Definitely a 10/10 from all of us.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

George H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stunning Modern Bournemouth House

We recently spent two nights at the Bournemouth Shell House and had a wonderful time. The property is charmingly decorated, has a cosy, relaxed atmosphere and was perfect for our seaside getaway. The property was very clean and very well-kept, with all the necessary amenities provided. The living area was spacious and comfortable. The kitchen was fully equipped, which made it easy to prepare our own meals. The beds were super comfortable! Grace was very helpful and responsive, providing excellent local recommendations that enhanced our stay. Overall, the Bournemouth Shell House provided a delightful and comfortable base for our visit. I highly recommend it for anyone looking to enjoy a relaxing stay in Bournemouth. We look forward to returning!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

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