Score from 215 reviews
Excellent 5/5
Flat 11
"Fantastic apartment - probably better equipped than home!"
We had a fantastic week staying in the apartment, our first holiday as a family with out six-month old twins. Brilliantly located within easy walking distance (if a bit of a hill with a double buggy!) of all shops and the lovely pier and sea-front at Boscombe - you can easily walk on the flat as far as your legs will take you.
Apartment immaculate and with every piece of equipment/untensil/gadget you could need, you really will feel right at home here!
"An excellent place to stay!"
Well located, a short walk from Boscombe pier. A spotlessly clean, very well equipped apartment with overnight off-road parking. The booking process was very prompt and efficient. The apartment on the ground floor has single glazing which means some traffic noise in the main bedroom. We would certainly recommend this apartment!
"Superb apartment in character building in a great location"
Boscombe Reef Retreat is one of the best holiday flats we've ever stayed in - modern, clean, comfortable, spacious, well equiped and in a great location.
It is located in an ex Victorian hotel that's been converted into luxury apartments. The interior of the building is very grand - chandeliers in the lobby and grand staircases - and the building is immaculately maintained. The apartment is located on the ground and first floors and is very spacious and decorated / furnished to a very high standard. The decor is modern and bright and the furnishings extremely comfortable. The newly fitted kitchen is very well eqiped with washing machine, dishwasher and tumble drier.
It is in a convenient location - 5 minutes walk from both the seafront and Boscombe High Street.
"First class apartment"
This apartment looked great on-line and we were not disappointed with the reality. It was really spacious and well equipped; the decor was stylish and would appeal to all; the rooms were well furnished and everything was spotless. We have a four year old and a six month old baby and made good use of the kitchen appliances, high chair, travel cot, etc (nb bedrooms are upstairs, so that might put off families with toddlers). We could have lived there quite comfortably. The allocated car space was handy for the side entrance to the building.The apartment was well situated for the Promenade and Boscombe Pier. The road was fairly busy during the day, but quietened down in the evening.
"Ideally situated, spacious, clean with everything you could want"
We stayed for a week, whilst I was recovering from surgery, before returning to work. The apartment is lovely with a touch of luxury. The kitchen is very well equipped, it even has a cocktail shaker!! The lounge/ living room is spacious with nice finishing touches. The bed was very comfortable, and bathrooms very modern & clean. The walk-in-wardrobe is a great feature, as was the window in the bedroom.
The only thing wrong is that we had to come home!
"Definitely coming back next year"
I'd never stayed in a holiday rental before, always preferred using hotels, but it was a great decision, and we'll definitely be doing it again.
The building itself was amazing, it certainly was a mansion, and the flat itself carried on the effect. The photos of the flat looked amazing, but I'm always slightly dubious of photos - at Burlington Gardens it was the same as the photos - it felt like 5* luxury!
The location was amazing - less than five minutes to the beach, with shops about the same distance, and bars & restaurants even closer.
We're already thinking about going back next year...
"Perfect get away, home away from home"
As soon as we walked in we all thought we could stay forever, an amasing apartment i could move in tomorrow, my nephew ran around the apartment in joy looking in every room. The main bedroom was very large with a lovely bathroom, also a window seat to have a good look out on to the street with a cup of tea in the morning. The spare room was also great for my sister inlaw and nephew they enjoyed their own bathroom. The kitchen was huge and everything you needed to cook even though we only used to cook breakfast, as we had takeaways which menus where available in the apartment also. The location was great 5 minute walk to the beach, we hired bikes from 'on your bike' for the week and biked everywhere. From the apartment we headed to christchurch one day and also down to sandbanks, the apartment was always a great welcome home after a long day out and being on the ground floor easy access from the back door with the bikes. There is a area to sit out in the afternoon to grab the last rays which we enjoyed a bottle of wine in the chairs one afternoon. We headed down for the end of may bank holiday, and had some hot days, we would defentley go back over the summer or next year and will stay here again in a heart beat.
"Boscombe Reef Retreat"
I saw this property on the internet and not having booked one before was very apprehensive, but I shouldn't have worried, the property was excellent could not have asked for anything better. So close to the beach and the town centre. I didnt go far as the weather also turned out to be excellent.too. The Land Train to Bournemouth is a must, the car stayed in the car park most of the week. If I have the chance I will rebook this apartment without hesitation.
"Clean, tidy, well furnished, nothing more you could want"
It was lovely to have one en suite to each bedroom and a loo downstairs. The facilities were brilliant and maisonette was very well placed. The fact that you are so near shops and the sea is a very big plus.
"Brilliant flat"
Very comfortable flat - and very convenient. A real home from home with all necessary facilities.
"If you're planning a holiday in Boscombe then look no further"
Boscombe Reef Retreat was the perfect holiday let for our visit to Boscombe.The accommodation itself was very clean, stylish, comfortable and very well equipped, especially the kitchen, a proper home from home and very spacious. And being on the ground floor with two separate entrances was a bonus. The location was close enough to the beach and 'dining outs' of all types which made life easy. The free use of wi-fi was an added bonus as we had our teenage son with us. And to top it off the king size bed was one of the comfyist we have slept in.
If i was to be really picky the en-suite in the master bedroom (although gorgeous) had a bath with shower attachment but it wasn't attached to the wall so we had to shower in the twin room en-suite instead. And a tv in the master bedroom would have been brill. The booking proceedure was very easy . Overall a very enjoyable stay and we would recommend it to anyone.
Mr and Mrs Rodgers
"Brilliant apartment - especially with young children"
We have had a super holiday in Boscombe staying at the Boscome Reef Retreat! The photos do not do justice to this spacious, luxury apartment. Travelling with two very young children, we were just delighted with the attention to detail the owner has made to make this a true home from home. The kitchen was particularly well equipped - it really does have everything!
I would highly recommend this apartment to a couple or a family who want value for money in a fabulous place in fabulous accomodation! Five stars!
"Fantastic apartment - probably better equippped than home!"
We had a fantastic week staying in the apartment, our first holiday as a family with out six-month old twins.
Brilliantly located within easy walking distance (if a bit of a hill with a double buggy!) of all shops and the lovely pier and sea-front at Boscombe - you can easily walk on the flat as far as your legs will take you.
Apartment immaculate and with every piece of equipment/untensil/gadget you could need, you really will feel right at home here!
"Home away from Home for Christmas"
Having rented a fair few self catering properties in the past I have to say this is definitely one of the best.
The apartment is in a great location less than 5 mins walk from the beach in one direction and less than 5 mins walk to the shops in Boscombe in the other direction.
You could easily stay here without a car but it was great having an allocated space.
Inside the apartment was everything you could want from a holiday let. Very clean, well looked after, warm & spacious.
Being set up with Tivo & Wifi, it was fantastic having all the home comforts for our christmas stay. We loved all the little extras that you wouldn't necessarily expect, like lots of DVDs & books, little soaps in the bathrooms, hairdryer, lovely reclining sofas etc.
The only downside ? We only booked 4 nights & wished we'd booked for longer.
We'll definitely be back in the future.
"Excellent well equipped apartment"
We stayed in this fantastic apartment with our two young children (Age 4 and 18 months) and it could not have been better. The location is great, 5 mins walk to the beach and shops. It provided a perfect base for exploring the surrounding area. The apartment is modern and very clean. A lot of effort has gone into providing guests with everything they could possibly need for a very comfortable and happy holiday here. The kitchen was very well equipped and the washing machine and tumble dryer definitely came in handy! The provision of a high chair, splash mats, stair gate, travel cot and waterproof sheets made it very easy to stay here with young children. We would definitely stay here again.
"Don't hesitate to book!"
We agree with all the other positive reviews for this flat. The owner is an absolute delight to deal with and the property is without doubt the nicest, most well-equipped self catering flat in which we have stayed. It was spacious and warm and very easy to keep clean and tidy.
It really is well equipped and workbooks for all appliances were in a file in the kitchen - even for the kettle and toaster!
We are an older couple but had we been younger with small children there would have been no problems, the flat is very child-friendly and there are many DVDs, games and books to keep the little 'uns occupied on rainy days.
The neighbours were very quiet in the time we were there and the lady superintendent was very helpful and friendly
We found it was very easy to get to town by bus or walking and the few times we had to get a taxi part way (husband's dodgy hip!) the cost was around £6.00.
The only negative we would mention would be the table top ironing board. We would have preferred a full sized one, but even so, we've never stayed in a holiday flat where the only negative is not really worth mentioning.
If we win the lottery - we're putting in an offer!!! Thank you SO much.
Please note, the review was written before return of breakages deposit which is why N/A is showing on the questionnaire. We wanted to put our positive thoughts on paper asap.
"It delivers everything promised"
property is clean, tidy very spacious and is equipped to a very high standard. nice to have instructions to all equipment. beds really comfy, linen & towels really soft, all the little extras that make an even better experience. public transport 5 min walk away, bars, restaurants & beach 5 min walk also. the best hol accom I have had in Bournemouth since I first came down in 2000!
"Fantastic place to stay - you will not be disappointed"
We have stayed in many appartments prior to this holiday however I have to say this is the best one. Everything you could wish for is catered for. It felt like going from home to home. We appreicated the space the appartment had rather than being cramped in a hotel room. The kids loved their bedroom and were excited about staying there. When it was time to leave they did not want to go.
In terms of location it is perfect. Five minutes to the beach in one direction and 5 minutes walk to the shops in the other direction. We had the adde bonus of the Air festival whist we were there and the kids loved that.
I am already planning on coming back next year.