Bournemouth and the surrounding areas are home to some of the most luxurious and expensive homes in the country.

Boasting stunning beaches, gorgeous wildlife and nature as well as a bustling town - Bournemouth really is the place to be. 

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. 

The five most expensive homes on Zoopla right now are: 

£1,500,000

Seven-bed detached house 

Berwick Road - BH3

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With a home gym, double garage and three reception rooms, there are bountiful features about this property that make it exceptional. 

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Boasting seven bedrooms this family home is located in the prestigious area of Talbot Woods. 

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The house has been well looked-after and features high end finishes throughout, including gorgeous parque flooring in the impressive entrance hall. 

£1,295,000

Five-bed detached house

Westbourne - BH4

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Located in the highly sought after location of Cassel Avenue in Westbourne is this curiously decorated family home.

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The high-gloss kitchen has a breakfast bar and french doors leading to the large levelled garden making it great for summer entertaining. 

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The master bedroom leads out to a private balcony which overlooks the garden and decking area. 

For more information on this property visit Zoopla.

£1,200,000

12-bed detached house

Charminster - BH8 

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This enormous property in the heart of Charminster on Portchester Road has been listed as an investment property.

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In need of a little TLC this house has planning permission for a HMO license (house of multiple occupancy). 

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An ideal let for students or professionals, the property is approximately 1.5 miles from Bournemouth train station and boasts good bus links to the town centre and university. 

£1,175,000

Five-bed detached house

Glenferness Avenue - BH3

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Another property in the prestigious Talbot Woods area, this house is a short distance to West Hants Tennis and Leisure Club. 

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The modern and glossy kitchen has been well designed with high-end intergrated appliances and there is a stunning glass roof atrium. 

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The property has been luxuriously designed throughout with generous room sizes and gorgeous bay windows. 

£995,000

Four-bed detached house

East Avenue - BH3

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Coming in at just under one million pounds, this huge family home has buckets of potential. 

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With a little TLC and a few licks of paint it would be easy for the new owners to put their stamp on this house. 

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The rooms are well proportioned with fireplaces throghout and the kitchen has a utility room and pantry. 

For more information on this property, visit Zoopla.