Landlords: letting with Flexie Estate Agents
Tenant find, rent collection or fully managed lettings in Bournemouth, Poole and Christchurch, with every legal check done and the fee agreed in writing first. Or let a furnished flat through Flexiestays for winter and long stays.
- 4.9/5 ★★★★★ 786 reviews
- 130 properties managed
- Since 2018 letting in Bournemouth
On this page
Flexie Estate Agents lets and manages flats and houses for landlords across Bournemouth, Poole and Christchurch from an office on Charminster Road. The same group runs 130 furnished properties in Bournemouth, so marketing, referencing, inventories, repairs and compliance are what the team does every day. You choose the level of service, and the fee is agreed in writing before anything goes live.
What we do for landlords
We value the property, tell you what it needs to be let legally, market it, show it, reference the tenant, draw up the agreement, protect the deposit and move the tenant in. After that, depending on the service you choose, we collect the rent, chase arrears, inspect, arrange repairs and renew the certificates. The detail is on letting agents and property management.
The three service levels
| Tenant find | Rent collection | Fully managed | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Valuation, marketing and viewings | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Referencing and Right to Rent | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Agreement and deposit protection | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Monthly rent collection and arrears | No | Yes | Yes |
| Repairs, inspections and certificates | No | No | Yes |
| Tenant's point of contact | You | You | Us |
The fee for each is on our fees page.
The legal checks
Before a tenant moves in: a gas safety certificate where there is gas, an electrical installation condition report no more than five years old, an EPC of band E or better, smoke alarms on every storey and a carbon monoxide alarm where there is a fixed combustion appliance, Right to Rent checks on every adult, the deposit protected within 30 days with the prescribed information served, the How to Rent guide, and a licence where BCP Council requires one. The landlord legal checklist lists each item and licensing in BCP explains the council's schemes.
The Renters' Rights Act in one paragraph
At the time of writing, the first phase of the Renters' Rights Act 2025 has been in force since 1 May 2026: section 21 no fault possession is abolished, every assured tenancy is periodic with no fixed term, rent can rise once a year by a section 13 notice with two months' notice, rental bidding is banned, no more than one month's rent can be taken in advance, and tenants can leave on two months' notice. A landlord database and an ombudsman follow later. We write agreements and notices to the current rules; our Renters' Rights Act guide explains what changed. This is general information, not legal advice.
Winter lets and furnished lets
A tenancy is not the only way to let a furnished flat. Through Flexiestays, Bournemouth's number one platform for winter and long stays, a flat near the beach, the BIC, the hospital or the universities can be let to contractors, relocating staff and visiting professionals for 28 nights or more, or from November to March around a summer of holiday lets. Winter lets explains how, and holiday let management covers full holiday letting through Sea Breeze for 16% commission. Compare your options sets the routes side by side.
What could your property let for?
The instant rent estimate takes a postcode, the number of bedrooms and the property type and returns a monthly rent range with its assumptions shown. A free valuation visit confirms it. When you are ready, list your property.
Landlord guides
The landlord guides cover the agreement, the deposit, the money and the agent: start with tenancy deposits explained, letting agent fees explained and buy to let in Bournemouth.
How we can help
Letting agents
Tenant find, rent collection and fully managed lettings for landlords in Bournemouth, Poole, Christchurch and the surrounding coast, from the group that lets 130 properties. Every tenant referenced, every legal check done.
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Property management
Fully managed lettings across Bournemouth, Poole and Christchurch: rent collected, inspections done, repairs through local contractors, certificates renewed on time, arrears chased and a statement every month.
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Winter lets
Furnished lets from November to March for people relocating, contractors, hospital staff and insurance placements, and a way for landlords and holiday let owners to keep a furnished property earning through the quiet months.
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Holiday let management
Holiday let and Airbnb management through Sea Breeze Property Services, part of the same company: 16% commission, no retainer, 100+ properties managed, and winter and long stays through Flexiestays at 8%.
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Property valuation
Free, no obligation rental and sales valuations across Bournemouth, Poole, Christchurch and the coast: a visit, a figure, and the reasons behind it. Start with the instant rent estimate online.
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Corporate and relocation lets
Furnished apartments in Bournemouth for companies, relocation agents, insurers and NHS trusts: bills included, VAT invoicing, a named account manager, several apartments in one building and flexible end dates.
Read moreRead before you decide
Guide Council tax, second homes and business rates in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
Council tax in BCP explained: bands, who pays during a tenancy, the 100% second homes premium, empty homes premiums, the 140/70 business rates test and furnished stays.
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Guide EPC rules for landlords: the minimum rating and what may change
EPC rules for landlords in England: the band E minimum, exemptions and penalties, the move to band C by 2030, and how to improve an older Bournemouth flat.
Read more Guide Furnished or unfurnished: furnishing a let in Bournemouth
Furnished or unfurnished in Bournemouth: what tenants expect, fire safety labels, inventories, wear and tear, and furnished lets of 28 nights or more.
Read more Guide Gas and electrical safety for landlords: CP12, EICR and alarms
Gas safety records, EICRs and smoke and carbon monoxide alarms for landlords in England: what each needs, how often, deadlines for tenants and the penalties.
Read more Guide HMO and landlord licensing in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
Which rented homes need a licence from BCP Council, how to check an address, what a licence asks of you, the penalties and the Article 4 rule for new HMOs.
Read more Guide The landlord legal checklist for letting in England
Every legal check before you let a home in England: gas, electrics, alarms, EPC, Right to Rent, deposit, licensing, furniture, legionella and insurance.
Read moreLandlord fees at a glance
Tenant find
One fee when the tenant moves in
- Rental valuation and advice
- Photos, floor plan and portal listings
- Viewings and referencing
- Right to Rent checks
- Tenancy agreement and deposit protection
Rent collection
A percentage of the monthly rent
- Everything in tenant find
- Monthly rent collection
- Arrears chased from day one
- Monthly statements
Fully managed
A percentage of the monthly rent
- Everything in rent collection
- Inspections and reports
- Repairs through local contractors
- Gas, electrical and EPC renewals
- The tenant's first call, day and night
Before you choose A free valuation a rent or sale range with the reasons, and our fees in writing - No obligation
- We reply within one working day
- No fees to tenants beyond what the law permits
Other ways to let
- Winter and long staysFurnished lets of 28 nights or more through the group's platform, Flexiestays.
- Holiday let managementThrough Sea Breeze Property Services: 16% commission for holiday let management, no retainer.
- Corporate letsFurnished homes for companies, insurers and relocations, invoiced monthly.
- SellingA sales valuation, marketing and progression to completion.
Fees are confirmed in writing before you instruct us. Tenants pay nothing beyond the permitted payments in the Tenant Fees Act 2019.
Our fees in full
Let furnished, from 28 nights, all year round.
A furnished flat does not have to sit on a twelve-month tenancy or empty from November. Through the group's platform, Flexiestays, it can be let to contractors, relocations, hospital staff and visiting families for a month or more at a time.
- Stays of a month to several months
- Guests looking for somewhere to live, not a holiday
- Fills the gaps between tenancies and summers
Letting your property, step by step
A free valuation
We visit, read the lease and the certificates, and give you a rent range for the property with the reasons, plus our fees in writing.
Marketing and referencing
Photographs, a floor plan and the listing go out to the portals and our registered tenants. We show the property and reference every adult before you accept anyone.
Move in, then managed
Tenancy agreement, deposit protection, certificates and a photographed inventory on the day. With management, we collect the rent, inspect and arrange repairs.
Rated 4.9 on Google
Outstanding from start to finish
The apartment exceeded our expectations with its modern design and thoughtful touches throughout. Walking distance to both the seafront and shopping areas made it incredibly convenient. Clear instructions, responsive host. Would absolutely stay here again on our next visit to Bournemouth.
Modern, clean and superbly located
Lovely apartment in very close proximity to Bournemouth town centre and beach. Modern, very clean and well equipped. Onsite parking was a big plus, making it easy to explore the area. The host was very responsive and helpful throughout our stay.
Second stay, and we'll be back
Great apartment at a perfect location. Jack and the team were so easy to deal with. This is our second time at this apartment block and we'll definitely be returning. Clean, well-maintained, and had everything we needed for a comfortable stay.
Residents and guests of the furnished apartments we let and manage, in their own words, quoted as published. Each rating is the platform's own, read on the date shown. See every review
Landlords: questions
Which letting service should I choose?
Tenant find suits a landlord who lives nearby, knows the law and wants to deal with the tenant directly. Rent collection suits one who will handle repairs but not chase money. Fully managed suits landlords who live away, work full time or have several properties. You can move between levels later.
What has the Renters' Rights Act changed for me?
Since 1 May 2026, at the time of writing, assured tenancies in England are periodic, section 21 is abolished, rent rises once a year by section 13 notice, rental bidding is banned and no more than one month's rent can be taken in advance. Possession needs a legal ground. This is general information, not legal advice.
How much rent will my property make?
Use the instant rent estimate for a first range from the postcode, bedrooms and type, then book a free valuation. We give a range with the reasons, not a single headline figure, because position, parking, condition and furnishing move the rent more than averages suggest.
Can my furnished flat be let for shorter periods instead?
Often, yes. A furnished flat near the beach, the hospital or the universities can be let through the Flexiestays platform for stays of 28 nights or more, or as a winter let from November to March. Check the lease, the mortgage and the insurance first. Our comparison of long lets and winter lets sets out the trade-offs.
Do you check whether my property needs a licence?
Yes, before we market it. BCP Council runs mandatory HMO licensing for five or more people in two or more households and additional licensing for smaller HMOs in parts of Bournemouth. We check the address against the council's schemes and tell you what applies.
What does it cost?
Each tier has a fee shown on our fees page, confirmed in writing including VAT before you instruct us. There are no fees for tenants beyond the payments the Tenant Fees Act 2019 permits.
What is your property worth to let or to sell?
A free, no obligation valuation from a local team that knows what each street lets and sells for. For a quick figure first, the instant rent estimate takes under a minute.