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'The Port Hole' - central Mudeford and close to the beach

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Terrace/patio
Outdoor dining
Miscellaneous
Terrace/patio

Reviews

6.0 out of 10
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Christchurch, Dorset
  • Avon Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Mudeford Quay
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Christchurch Harbour
  • Southampton (SOU)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Second bedroom

1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

Third bedroom - Bunk Beds

2 Child Beds

2 bathrooms

Downstairs shower room

Toilet · Shower only

Family Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Dining area

About this property

'The Port Hole' - central Mudeford and close to the beach

Sleeps 6
1 x Super king bedroom
1 x Double bedroom
1 x Children's room with bunk beds
1 x Family bathroom with both bath and free standing shower
1 x Downstairs family shower room
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Secure private garden and patio
Outside seating
Off road parking
Free Wi-Fi
Now pet friendly - 1 dog only please

The Port Hole, or the Tardis as we call it because of its surprising spaciousness, has been the bolt hole of the Holgate family for many years and is now available for holiday lets. It is in an ideal location, just a couple of minutes’ walk from Mudeford Quay and Avon Beach. It also has two parking spaces.

The house is very much designed for a family and it sleeps 6; 4 adults in a super king size bedroom and a double bedroom and a children’s bedroom with bunk beds. Both the master and second bedroom have plenty of wardrobe space.

The downstairs living area is fairly open plan with a well-equipped kitchen and dining area that leads through to a spacious lounge with bi-fold doors that take you out into an enclosed courtyard space. The courtyard is fully enclosed, so quite safe for children and your four-legged furry friend. It also enjoys the afternoon sun, so great for alfresco dining or just chilling and enjoying a drink.

There is a downstairs shower room which is great for washing sand off when you get back from a day at the beach, or if you have been out on the water and want a nice warm shower.

Upstairs there is a family bathroom with a bath and standalone shower.

Opposite is the excellent Jetty restaurant and the 4* Christchurch Harbour Hotel, plus close by are bus stops to both Bournemouth and Lymington.

There is much to see and do in the local area. Mudeford Quay is famous for crabbing, you can buy crab nets and bait from the gift shop just by the Haven House Inn on the Quay or from the Fish stall. You can hire paddleboards and other ‘water’ equipment down on the Quay and there is a ferry that goes over to Hengistbury Head; the beach over there is dog friendly all year round and you can walk around the head to Christchurch if you wish.

Further along is the Avon beach and the Noisy Lobster restaurant which has an outside balcony – have a lovely long lunch just watching the world go by! There is also a gift shop, coffee hut and the Lobster Hatch that serves takeaway fish and chips.

Christchurch is the local town with the famous Priory which is well worth a look and walk around. Lymington has a market on a Saturday and further afield The New Forest which has some amazing walks and a great place to see the ponies and, if you are lucky, the donkeys and wild pigs!

It is the perfect holiday home for a family retreat by the seaside!

Property manager

Jane & Ian
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Languages

English

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Amenities

Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Mudeford

Christchurch is home to this cottage. Lymington Pier Ferry Port and Poole Harbour are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore New Forest National Park and Bournemouth Beach. Bournemouth Pier and Sandbanks Beach are not to be missed.
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Christchurch, Dorset

What's nearby

  • Mudeford Quay Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Avon Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Mudeford Quay - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Highcliffe Castle - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Southbourne Beach - 7 min drive - 5.4 km

Getting around

  • Hinton Admiral Station - 10 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Bear of Burton - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Kashmir - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Avon Beach Co - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Hiker Cafe - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 'The Port Hole' - central Mudeford and close to the beach pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 'The Port Hole' - central Mudeford and close to the beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 'The Port Hole' - central Mudeford and close to the beach?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 'The Port Hole' - central Mudeford and close to the beach located?

Situated in Christchurch, this cottage is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Mudeford Quay Beach and 2.3 mi (3.6 km) from New Forest National Park. Avon Beach and Mudeford Quay are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

6.0
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10/10

Cleanliness

4.0/10

Check-in

8.0/10

Communication

6.0/10

Location

6.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Nicola H.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Disliked: Check-in

Excellently situated for the New Forest, Bournemouth and Sandbanks

A few issues:- a. Contractor visited the property very early on the first morning to carry out cooker repair; we were still in bed and had not been notified so initially thought that a burglar had broken in! b. Kettle switch was faulty and kept 'cutting out' or not working. c. The heating/water system was either too hot or too cold - difficult to understand how to regulate the system. d. Pressure appeared to be too low for the flushing system on occasions. e. Excellent television lounge and kitchen /dining areas. It would have been nice to have been offered some sort of compensation for the stress we initially went through!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

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