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Bona Vista Bed & Breakfast

36 Sea View Road, Poole BH16 5NG, England
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Bona Vista Bed & Breakfast
Ranked #8 of 51 Poole B&B and Inns
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Wolverhampton, United Kingdom
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3 reviews 3 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 May 2013

Just returned from a 4 night stay and wish we could have stayed longer. The room was spotless, comfortable, beautifully decorated, with little added touches, warm and spacious. Ideally situated, quiet, good off road parking and Elaine and Nick are most welcoming and so obliging. Breakfast is superb. If I were to rate this, it would definitely be a five... More

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London, United Kingdom
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2013

Stayed for one night after a rather rough crossing on the ferry.Got easily settled in a very comfortable room. Extremely quiet surroundings and a comfortable atmosphere. High quality clean rooms. Lovely full english breakfast in the morning. highly recomended Definitely a must go to anyone staying in Poole.

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Nick W, Owner at Bona Vista Bed & Breakfast, responded to this review
28 May 2013

We are very pleased that you enjoyed your stay at the Bona Vista and taking the time to put some kind words in the feedback. We very much look forward to seeing you again. More

Dorset, UK
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19 reviews 19 reviews
19 hotel reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 April 2013

We stayed in the annex for a weekend. This is of a superb standard, very comfortable bed, powerful and hot shower, plenty of space and seating, complimentary toiletries and hot drink making facilities. Aside from the lovely accommodation, and delicious and plentiful breakfast, the factor that sets this B&B apart is the generous hospitality of the hosts Nick and Elaine... More

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Nick W, Owner at Bona Vista Bed & Breakfast, responded to this review
21 April 2013

Thankyou so much for the positive feedback. We are very pleased that you enjoyed your stay and we look forward to seeing you both again. More

London, United Kingdom
2 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 March 2013

We stayed in the annexe room with our 8 year old son for one night whilst visiting our wedding caterer in March. From the minute we made contact with Nick and Elaine, they were friendly, helpful and warm. Our room opened on to the courtyard in the garden and we could easily imagine how nice it would be to sit... More

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Nick W, Owner at Bona Vista Bed & Breakfast, responded to this review
9 March 2013

Thankyou so much for your great feedback. We look forward to seeing you again. More

Basingstoke, United Kingdom
1 review
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 February 2013

Greeted with a very warm welcome. Very friendly and nothing too much trouble. Stayed in the annexe which was very comfortable and relaxing. All ammenities were available and top quality. Easy access to the annexe. Plenty to do locally. Will definately stay again.

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Nick W, Owner at Bona Vista Bed & Breakfast, responded to this review
9 March 2013

We very much appreciate such lovely feedback. Thankyou More

Maldon, United Kingdom
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5 reviews 5 reviews
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8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 February 2013

Stayed in the annexe, beautifully clean. Comes with all the little touches that make it special, nice toileteries, tea/coffee magazines. Nothing is too much trouble for the lovely hosts Nick and Elaine, breakfast is superb everything you could possibly want, quality ingredients. Staying in the annexe means you have privacy and can come and go as you want. The house... More

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Nick W, Owner at Bona Vista Bed & Breakfast, responded to this review
7 February 2013

We very much appreciate the kind words. Thankyou for taking the time to provide such great feedback. We very much look forward to welcoming you back to Bona Vista in the future. More

Bude, United Kingdom
1 review
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 October 2012

What a wonderfull B & B the hosts Nick and Elaine were attentive friendly and really went out of there way to make are stay exceptional, the annex we stayed in was very very clean all furnishing were top quality also i must add that Nick and Elaine got up extra early so my husband and i could have breakfast... More

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Nick W, Owner at Bona Vista Bed & Breakfast, responded to this review
21 October 2012

We are very pleased that you enjoyed your stay at the Bona Vista and look forward to seeing you again.Thank you very much for the great feedback. More

Huntingdon, United Kingdom
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17 reviews 17 reviews
8 hotel reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 September 2012

Stayed in the annexe, super clean, very comfortable, great welcome tray/mags and toiletries. Lovely owners, well-cooked breakfast with an excellent fruit salad and choice of pastries/yoghurts as well. Will stay again for sure.

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Nick W, Owner at Bona Vista Bed & Breakfast, responded to this review
4 October 2012

Thank you very much for taking the time to offer such positive feedback. We are very pleased that you enjoyed your stay with us and we very much look forward to seeing you again. More

London, United Kingdom
1 review
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 September 2012

Great B&B with a very warm welcome. The overall stay and breakfast was 5 star plus. Don’t look any further you won’t get any better, book now!!! I stayed on business but will be bringing my wife and children along when we fancy a weekend away. The annex is great as you can come and go by the side gate... More

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Nick W, Owner at Bona Vista Bed & Breakfast, responded to this review
4 October 2012

Thank you very much for the kind words, we very much appreciate you taking the time and providing such positive feedback. More

London, England, United Kingdom
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 August 2012

My husband and I stayed at the Bona Vista Bed & Breakfast for a weekend and had a lovely time followed by the most incredible breakfast in the morning!! Nick & Elaine were very welcoming and made us feel completely at home. We are looking forward to going back in the future and trying out the annex! Poole is such... More

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Nick W, Owner at Bona Vista Bed & Breakfast, responded to this review
31 August 2012

Thankyou for taking the time to offer such lovely feedback and kind words. We very much look forward to seeing you again soon. The Annex is waiting. More

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Additional Information about Bona Vista Bed & Breakfast

Address: 36 Sea View Road, Poole BH16 5NG, England
Region: United Kingdom > England > Dorset > Poole
Amenities:
Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking
Hotel Style:
Ranked #8 of 51 B&Bs / Inns in Poole
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
The Bona Vista B & B is under new ownership but retains the same quality, service, and facilities as before. Situated in the quiet village of Upton, west of Poole. You have the added luxury of your own patio doors leading out onto a courtyard where you can sit at the garden table, you provide the wine and we will supply the glasses. We are an AA "four star highly commended" B&B. Convenient for cross channel ferries and for exploring the Dorset coastline. ... more   less 

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