Southbourne has a beautiful sandy Blue Flag beach, a good shopping centre, cafes, pubs and restaurants. Fishermans Walk and gardens are just a couple of minutes walk away from Beech Grove Lodge.

Fishermans Walk is a pleasant way to reach the cliff top where the beach can be reached via a ziz zag path or by the cliff lift.

Bournemouth is just 4 miles distant and is one of Britain's most vibrant cosmopolitan coastal spots. Great beaches, award winning gardens, excellent entertainment, a good choice of restaurants and a shopping centre with all those favourite stores.

Christchurch is just 2 miles distant with its charming yachting harbour, magnificent Priory, quaint shops and restaurants.

Hengistbury Head with far reaching views also 2 miles distant. A great place for invigorating walks!

The New Forest, now a National Park. This green wonderland is only a short drive away - well worth a visit.