The Anchorage beach apartment
Apartment in Poole
6 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
About this apartment rental
Stunning Beach Holiday Apartment, only a few minutes walk to the award winning Alum Chine beach which has once again been awarded the prestigious Blue Flag award for its world class pristine golden sands, excellent water quality and safe bathing. We welcome well behaved dogs. Alum chine beach is one of the few dog friendly beaches even during the summer months.
We would like to reassure all our guests that we are taking Covid 19 extremely seriously. We have implemented changes to our already high cleaning standards.
The Anchorage has two double bedrooms, one with a King size bed and the other with two single beds that can be joined to form a king size bed if requested, in the lounge is a large L shaped sofa that sleeps two people comfortably . The Apartment offers all the modern conveniences and, as it has all been recently replaced, everything is in perfect order. From the balcony as well as being able to see the sea, there are also amazing views over the tree tops of the famous chine.
It is ideally situated, making it the perfect base to explore the area by car or bike, such as the world famous Jurassic coast and the beaches and heathlands of Studland bay, only a short ferry ride away. For the more active holiday makers, water sports and golf facilities are within easy reach. For the families with young children Alum Chine has a wonderful play area right next to the lovely beach. The apartment lies within a twenty minute walk along the promenade to Bournemouth pier or 5 minutes if you catch the noddy train to all the attractions of Bournemouth town centre including fabulous shopping, restaurants and bars. A ten minute stroll up the tree lined chine takes you to Westbourne village again offering quaint shops, good restaurants and bars as well as a Marks and Spencer food hall, a Tesco express, a butchers and bakers etc. Heading West along the promenade will take you to the stunning Sandbanks beach with all its water sports and recently opened Rick Stein's latest restaurant amongst others.
Cycling along the promenade is permitted all year round except in the summer months July 1st to 30th September it is restricted to before 9am and after 6pm the perfect way to explore Studland. We have excellent transport links: 20 minutes from Hurn airport, frequent train links to and from London Waterloo (1.3 miles to Branksome station, 1.9 miles to Bournemouth station), National express from Victoria to Bournemouth train station every day and of course good road links with the M3, M27 down to the south coast.
The apartment is one of six in the block. There are people above and below so you will have a sense of people around you. It is an old house so you may hear people.
This property is not suitable for Hen or Stag weekends or young adults hoping to take advantage of the night life Bournemouth has to offer as it is located in a quiet residential area with neighbours in close proximity.
We would like to reassure all our guests that we are taking Covid 19 extremely seriously. We have implemented changes to our already high cleaning standards.
The Anchorage has two double bedrooms, one with a King size bed and the other with two single beds that can be joined to form a king size bed if requested, in the lounge is a large L shaped sofa that sleeps two people comfortably . The Apartment offers all the modern conveniences and, as it has all been recently replaced, everything is in perfect order. From the balcony as well as being able to see the sea, there are also amazing views over the tree tops of the famous chine.
It is ideally situated, making it the perfect base to explore the area by car or bike, such as the world famous Jurassic coast and the beaches and heathlands of Studland bay, only a short ferry ride away. For the more active holiday makers, water sports and golf facilities are within easy reach. For the families with young children Alum Chine has a wonderful play area right next to the lovely beach. The apartment lies within a twenty minute walk along the promenade to Bournemouth pier or 5 minutes if you catch the noddy train to all the attractions of Bournemouth town centre including fabulous shopping, restaurants and bars. A ten minute stroll up the tree lined chine takes you to Westbourne village again offering quaint shops, good restaurants and bars as well as a Marks and Spencer food hall, a Tesco express, a butchers and bakers etc. Heading West along the promenade will take you to the stunning Sandbanks beach with all its water sports and recently opened Rick Stein's latest restaurant amongst others.
Cycling along the promenade is permitted all year round except in the summer months July 1st to 30th September it is restricted to before 9am and after 6pm the perfect way to explore Studland. We have excellent transport links: 20 minutes from Hurn airport, frequent train links to and from London Waterloo (1.3 miles to Branksome station, 1.9 miles to Bournemouth station), National express from Victoria to Bournemouth train station every day and of course good road links with the M3, M27 down to the south coast.
The apartment is one of six in the block. There are people above and below so you will have a sense of people around you. It is an old house so you may hear people.
This property is not suitable for Hen or Stag weekends or young adults hoping to take advantage of the night life Bournemouth has to offer as it is located in a quiet residential area with neighbours in close proximity.
Amenities
Pool
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Map of Poole
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Ratings and reviews
10.0 / 10.0
This was our 2nd time staying at the Anchorage, I doubt it will be the last.
The apartment is lovely, with great views, and a perfect location with the beach a 5 minutes walk away and Westbourne just down the road.
10.0 / 10.0
Great family apartment
We stayed at the anchorage for a long weekend over Easter and couldn't have wished for a better place to stay.
The location is perfect, with the beach a 5 minute walk away, a lovely view overlooking the chine, and Westbourne just down the road.
The apartment was fantastic, a lovely, comfortable and well designed space for a family.
We would definitely recommend, and would certainly go back again
10.0 / 10.0
Fabulous!!
This was our first beach staycation with the family and it was absolutely fabulous! The apartment was clean and comfortable, with all the little home comforts too, including a homemade cake from our lovely host!
We shall be returning very soon.
Definitely recommended!
10.0 / 10.0
Fab Stay - Beautiful Apartment and Great Location!
We loved our stay here whilst visiting our son at University. Beautiful apartment in fantastic location near the beach - would definitely come and stay again. Highly rate it! Thank you to Helen and family for a great stay!
10.0 / 10.0
WESTBOURNE OCTOBER 2020
This is an elegant and well equipped property and suited us well. The only minor quibble was the single beds. They were comfortable but narrow.
Unfortunately, our sat nav was not working. We reached Westbourne without problems but had difficulty finding the road. It would have been helpful to have these details in advance. However, over all we thoroughly enjoyed our mstay.
10.0 / 10.0
Therapy weekend
Very relaxing decor, beautiful apartment close to the sea. Highly recommend
10.0 / 10.0
Wonderful family holiday
Arriving at the property we were able to get straight in, dumping our things to get straight to the beach which was a five minute walk away.
The kitchen and lounge were much larger than expected and the many windows let in lovely light throughout the day.
During our stay the fridge door broke, but this was replaced the next day without any fuss.
Helen and Martin were very welcoming and we felt reassured by their approach to Covid-19.
We had a lovely stay and would definitely return for another holiday.
10.0 / 10.0
Good apartment in good locatiob
Flat was spacious, warm, clean and very well located for beach. We took our own bikes and everywhere was within cycling distance.
8.0 / 10.0
Really enjoyed the stay
Area wasn't bad property was lovely, nice cosy vibe and great surrounding area
10.0 / 10.0
The Anchorage
Fabulous apartment. Warm welcome. Lots of suggestions for dining and days out. Great short stay
Lovely cake too !!
10.0 / 10.0
Relaxing break
Wonderful break again at the Anchorage. Lovely apartment in great location. Owners very helpful and the welcoming finishing touches were much appreciated. Would definitely recommend and hope to be back soon.
8.0 / 10.0
Perfect apartment, perfect location
A clean and well presented apartment in a great location, perfect for the beach and only a short walk to Bournemouth and Westbourne village. The building doesn’t inspire but when you enter the apartment it’s like an oasis out of an interior magazine; it didn’t disappoint.
The lemon drizzle cake on arrival was a lovely touch from the owners and was delicious.
We’d recommend this property but in doing so we hope it’s available next time we want to stay!
10.0 / 10.0
Great location, stones throw from the beach!
We had a fab 4 night stay in this lovely apartment. The apartment itself is lovely, spacious and comfortable, and quiet.
Comes with allocated off road parking, which was needed over the bank holiday, as the weather was fab and it was VERY busy!
Just a 5 minute amble to the beach, and the chine is directly behind the apartment.
Highly recommend.
10.0 / 10.0
Modern, stylish apartment with lovely roomy kitchen/diner/family room.
Very Pleased
10.0 / 10.0
All good
A very enjoyable short stay in a lovely apartment. Lemon drizzle cake was a lovely welcome. The apartment is in such a nice location backing onto Alum Chine, a short walk from the beach and easy walk to the centre of Bournemouth, and also the very nice and convenient Westbourne shops.
10.0 / 10.0
Home away from home
A light and airy apartment, in a beautiful location, that suited us well. A great place to hang out with our daughter and son-in-law and their little 2.5 year old daughter. There was even a little bed made ready for her, with which she was 'well pleased' :) The beach toys and towels came in very handy too. A short walk to the beach front, plus a fabulous children's play area - everything we needed for her introduction to a sandy beach. Would definitely recommend The Anchorage! Thanks to Helen and Martin for a lovely stay - you answered our questions promptly and helped make our stay very pleasant.
10.0 / 10.0
Great location with spacious accommodation
Very enjoyable short break with daughter and grandchildren
8.0 / 10.0
Enjoyable stay.
I will be honest – our initial impressions were not great – the exterior of the building belies the interior and my heart sank.
Thankfully the moment the door opened my worries were put to rest. It really is a lovely apartment with a fabulously comfortable living / kitchen / dining area with beautiful views over the trees at the back. The bedrooms are fine – front facing so you need the blinds down. The bathroom is small but newly decorated and very clean.
The location – five minutes walk from Alum Chine beach and Vesuvio restaurant - makes it a very good choice for a holiday apartment.
The owners are delightful and quick to help us get the heating on.
If I were to be critical the linens, towels and outside furniture could use a refresh. But at the price point exceptional value.
10.0 / 10.0
Lovely birthday treat beautiful find 😁
Lovely apartment very spacious ,clean and homely arrived to some flowers and lemon drizzle cake such a lovely touch after a long journey, just a 5 minute walk to the beautiful sandy beach plenty of stop off points a long the way into Bournemouth. Would highly recommend this apartment and would definitely return. Great location.
10.0 / 10.0
Excellent
Beautiful, clean, tranquil, inviting. Superb hosts. Fabulous lemon drizzle cake greeted us on arrival, lovely surprise.
10.0 / 10.0
A Stay at the seaside
Wonderful place to stay, would stay again without hesitation.
Thanks for the lovely cake!
10.0 / 10.0
Lovely autumn break in great accommodation.
We have just come back from a lovely stay at the Anchorage. The accommodation was fantastic - clean and very comfortable with welcoming touches. Location was excellent. We will definitely be recommending to family and friends. Thank you Helen and Martin.
10.0 / 10.0
The pictures don’t do it credit! Beautiful apartment!
My first impressions on walking in were ‘wow I want to live here’!
Such a beautiful, light, airy apartment with a big open plan living area and big squashy sofas. I stayed with my 3 children who also loved it!
The walk to the beach is 5 minutes and to the pier is 15 but there’s a little road train you can hop on to speed it up! The beach is quiter than the town centre and there is an adventure play ground for the kids. I would highly recommend this apartment to anyone looking for a relaxing beach side stay.
10.0 / 10.0
Truly lovely place to holiday
This was our fifth stay at the Anchorage (which in itself probably says it all!) so there is probably very little I can add to the five reviews already done however! the Anchorage is in a PERFECT location, is a beautiful apartment and Helen and Martin are wonderful hosts (owners).
FAQs
How much does this apartment cost compared to others in Poole?
The average price for a rental in Poole is R 2,783 per night. This rental is R 2,102 above the average.
Is parking included with this apartment?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at The Anchorage beach apartment . For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this apartment?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at The Anchorage beach apartment . Enjoy the water!
Is The Anchorage beach apartment pet friendly?
Yes! This apartment is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at The Anchorage beach apartment ?
We found 9 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and parking.
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