In Christchurch .Within a 10-minute walk of the cottage, you'll find Mudeford Quay Beach and Avon Beach. Also, Mudeford Quay is within half a mile (1 km) and Friars Cliff Beach is within 2 miles (3 km).
Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 21 min drive
Restaurants
Costa Coffee - 4 min drive
McDonald's - 18 min walk
The Noisy Lobster - 10 min walk
Toby Carvery - 4 min drive
The Snug - 4 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
'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!
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Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
General
Garden
Unit size: 11 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets are welcome
Service animals are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.
Property is also known as
Vrbo Property
559093
Frequently asked questions
How close is 'The Port Hole' - central Mudeford and close to the beach to the airport?
This cottage is 7.2 mi (21-min drive) away from the Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does 'The Port Hole' - central Mudeford and close to the beach have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.
How close is 'The Port Hole' - central Mudeford and close to the beach to the beach?
This cottage is a short 6-minute walk from Mudeford Quay Beach and 8-minute walk from Avon Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does 'The Port Hole' - central Mudeford and close to the beach offer free breakfast?
This cottage does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at 'The Port Hole' - central Mudeford and close to the beach?
No, there is no casino at this cottage, but Genting Casino Bournemouth (14-min drive) is nearby.
What time is check-in at 'The Port Hole' - central Mudeford and close to the beach?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
Is there free parking at 'The Port Hole' - central Mudeford and close to the beach?
Free parking is not available at this cottage.
Does 'The Port Hole' - central Mudeford and close to the beach have a pool?
This cottage does not have a pool.
Does 'The Port Hole' - central Mudeford and close to the beach have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this cottage.
How close is 'The Port Hole' - central Mudeford and close to the beach to downtown Christchurch?
This cottage is 0.1 mi away from Mudeford.
'The Port Hole' - central Mudeford and close to the beach Reviews
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6/10 Okay
Nicola H.
Jun 17, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
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!