What to do in Southbourne

Indulge in the sun, sand and surf at Southbourne's pristine beaches, mere steps away from your beachfront home. Spend a day building sandcastles with the little ones or take a leisurely stroll or cycle along the promenade which stretches along the whole bay. For adventurous spirits, head to Boscombe Beach for surfing or paddleboarding, or simply relax with a picnic (and a BBQ after 6pm!) on the soft golden sands of Southbourne Beach.

Enjoy Dorset's culinary scene at an impressive range of array of eateries to suit all tastes and budgets in and around Southbourne. Start your day with a delicious breakfast at a charming beachside cafe like Urban Reef. For lunch, embrace the surfer vibes and seafood with your toes in the sand just minutes from the house at SoBo Beach, where panoramic views of the coastline complement every dish. In the evening, relax in the open-plan kitchen-garden dining room of the house, enjoy a BBQ on the beach or check out some of the best fish restaurants on the Dorset coast, including Rick Stein’s Sandbanks restaurant or any of the family-friendly restaurants on Southbourne Grove.

There’s so much to do for all the family in and around Southbourne. Explore the dunes and wild beaches of Hengistbury Head, where, at the visitor centre, you can learn about the area’s ancient past and its wildlife and take the short trip on the Mudeford ferry to nearby family friendly Avon Beach. Alternatively, get the open-top bus along the coast road into Bournemouth for a day out of shopping, cinema, pier rides and arcades. Or, spend a day exploring the local shops and eateries of Southbourne Grove. Historic Christchurch with its harbour, priory and Monday market is also only a short drive or cycle ride away.

Unwind and recharge amidst the tranquility of Southbourne's idyllic surroundings. Treat yourself to a luxurious spa day at the Christchurch Harbour Hotel's award-winning spa, where you can indulge in rejuvenating treatments and therapies overlooking the serene waters of Christchurch Harbour. For a more active approach to relaxation, take a leisurely bike ride along the scenic Boscombe Overcliff Drive, stopping to admire breathtaking views of the coastline along the way. Alternatively, simply kick back and relax on the private terrace of your luxury holiday house, soaking in the beauty of the sunset as it paints the sky in hues of gold and crimson. In Southbourne, relaxation is not just a pastime—it's a way of life.