Bournemouth and the surrounding areas are a well known hotspot for those looking to splash the cash for their dream seaside residency. 

With train links to Waterloo arriving within two hours, the city commute is faster and easier than ever and Bournemouth is becoming a great location for a bustling life not too far from the capital. 

As many people get used to working from home due to the coronavirus, more are looking to move outside of the cramped cities and towns to find outdoor space and fresh air. 

No longer are Sandbanks and Poole Dorset's number one locations, in fact Bournemouth has its fair share of desirable designer pads.

The five most expensive homes on Zoopla right now are: 

£1,650,000.

Four bed detached house - Elgin Road, Bournemouth BH4

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The property has been refurbished and remodelled by the current owners and has been described as exceptional, creating a classic yet contemporary feel and has been designed with lifestyle in mind.

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The house is located a short distance from the 18 hole Meyrick Park Golf Course and the Talbot Heath independent school and is within easy access to Bournemouth town centre, Westbourne and The West Hants Tennis & Health Club.

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With over 1,000 page views in the last 30 days this property is highly likely to be snapped up quickly. To book a viewing visit Zoopla

£1,350,000

Five bed detached house - Southbourne Overcliff Drive, Bournemouth BH6

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This modern five bedroom detached house boasts sea views that stretch from the Isle of Wight to the Purbeck Hills.

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Located in the highly sought after location of Southbourne Overcliff Drive properties in this location rarely become available.

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Some of the features of this property include a large sun balcony with reinforced, frameless glass surround, a built-in pizza oven in the back garden and a walk-in wardrobe in the master room.

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For more information or to book a viewing go to Zoopla.

£1,295,000

Five bed detached house - Cassel Avenue, Westbourne, Bournemouth BH4

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The property has undergone complete refurbishment and modernisation by the present owners, which has been done with what is described as great attention to detail. 

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Access to the property is through a pair of wrought iron electric gates, opening up to an in and out carriage driveway. 

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The property boasts a large garden, games room and five double bedrooms including a ground floor room with ensuite. 

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For more information or to make an enquiry go to the website

£1,175,000

Five bed detached house - Glenferness Avenue, Bournemouth BH3

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This detached character house is situated within the highly sought after Talbot Woods location. 

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The property is described as offering generously sized and flexible accommodation featuring a sitting room, two further reception rooms, a kitchen/breakfast room and five double bedrooms.

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The property has a modern and fully-fitted kitchen, large landscaped garden and an integral garage. 

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For more information visit Zoopla

£1,000,000

Three bed flat - 7 Chatsworth, Westminster Road, Branksome Park BH13

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This three bed flat boasts sea front views and a 27ft long balcony. 

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The property is available was a share of the freehold. 

All three bedrooms are double and have en suites. 

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The contemporary kitchen has been finished with intergrated Neff appliances and the flat has underfloor heating throughout.

The property also boasts two dedicated underground parking spaces.

For more information, visit Zoopla.