UNIQUE COASTAL HAVEN: PET FRIENDLY HOUSE STEPS AWAY FROM BEACH -Bournecoast 8486, Christchurch

New Forest. Sleeps up to 5

Bournecoast are delighted to offer this stunning three bedroom detached property, with sea views located right by Avon beach.

The Gatehouse is a truly unique and exquisite property situated within The Royals, an exclusive gated development of just three houses. Accessed via electric double gates, the shared gated entrance consists of a sweeping gravel driveway, beautiful gardens, parking and private secure courtyard garden. The Gatehouse is located in one of the most sought-after roads in Mudeford and just steps away from Avon Beach and all that this wonderful coastal area has to offer.

The space
The curved and split level architectural design of The Gatehouse offers the unique combination of open plan social spaces to suit large families and friends, while still offering a cosy coastal ambience for couples.

The two lounge/tv rooms provide guests with the flexibility to sit back and relax after a day at the beach with a drink in hand watching the world go by and savouring the sea view from the comfort and vantage point of the upper lounge, while family games and movies can be happening in the lower lounge. Truly a space for everyone in your group…. Including those with paws!

The Gatehouse has three beautifully furnished bedrooms on the ground floor. The spacious Master Bedroom has a King Size Bed and modern ensuite shower room with WC. In the second bedroom you will also find a King Size Bed, whilst the nautical theme third bedroom is set up as a Single Bedroom. The modern, main bathroom is also on the ground floor adjacent to the bedrooms and includes a bath, shower facility and WC.

The open plan, modern kitchen/diner level is located in the centre of the house, with five wide steps up to it from the hallway. Facilities in the kitchen include an INDUCTION HOB - ELECTRIC OVEN - WARMING DRAWER - DISHWASHER - STEAMER/GRILL - BOILING HOT WATER TAP - FRIDGE/FREEZER - MICROWAVE.

The two unique circular lounges both lead off from the kitchen/dining level. There are eight steps from the dining area up to the first lounge which offers panoramic sea views across Avon Beach. This lounge includes a FLATSCREEN SMART TV - FREE WIFI is available (subject to availability from Internet service Provider). The second lounge is accessed via four steps down from the dining area and has French doors out onto the rear courtyard garden. This lounge also includes a FLATSCREEN SMART TV.

The Gatehouse has the convenience of a separate utility room with a WASHER/DRYER for all your beach towels and washing needs.

The garden is a fantastic feature of the property and includes a patio area with table and chairs, ideally suited for alfresco dining. The remainder of the garden is laid to lawn. The garden is enclosed making it children and dog friendly, with a side gate onto the driveway area.

The property provides off road parking in the driveway for two cars.

THE LOCAL AREA:
With Christchurch Harbour on one side and the open sea on the other The Gatehouse truly offers a location with something for everyone on the doorstep. A year round slice of coastal heaven.

Avon Beach
A beautiful coastal area with easy flat access from The Gatehouse to the beach and prom. Avon Beach offers idyllic views of Mudeford Bay and the Isle of Wight. RNLI lifeguard bathing areas, beach hut hire, ice creams, fish and chips, The Noisy Lobster deli, bakery and shop as well as their stunning seafood restaurant offering all day dining and cocktails. You may never want to leave!

Mudeford Quay
Step outside The Gatehouse and you can walk a few minutes along the Avon Beach prom to the picturesque and historic Mudeford Quay. Offering the ever popular family pastime of crabbing from the quayside, water sport hire, children’s play park, fishing trips, boat trips to Christchurch quay, waterside cafe, ice cream, beach shop and the historic Haven House Inn. The perfect British seaside pub to enjoy Fish and Chips and a local ale while watching the sunset.
From the Quay you can also take a five minute ferry ride over to Hengistbury Head and Mudeford Spit.

Hengisbury Head and Mudeford Spit/Sandbank
Described as one of the most important Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) in England, it offers year-round coastal walks, 300 types of birds, a visitor centre to learn all about its archaeology and iron age history, stunning views and unspoilt beaches. Not to mention its famous colourful beach huts and The Beach House Café to reward yourself with a warming coffee after a winter walk, sunny seaside Pimms or lunch with a view. Mudeford Spit and Hengistbury head truly are something unique.

Highcliffe Castle
Built between 1831-1836 the picturesque Highcliffe Castle is a 30 minute coastal stroll along the beach prom, through Steamer Point Nature Reserve and castle grounds. As well as the beautiful Grade 1 listed building itself, the grounds are perfect for a picnic on the castle lawns, or kids adventures amongst the pine trees. There is a tea rooms and car park for those who prefer to drive. Many events and exhibitions are hosted at the castle during the year so worth looking at their social media page or website to see what’s on during your visit.
The adjacent Steamer Point is a 24 acre cliff top designated local nature reserve that makes for a lovely walk from The Gatehouse to Highcliffe Castle, with a small information centre enroute along the path that has interactive displays for children to play and learn.

Christchurch
As well as a thriving high street, the beautiful town of Christchurch offers the historic priory, castle ruins, picturesque gardens, river walks, boat trips, boutique shops and restaurants, quayside open air splash park and a full calendar of events throughout the year, including the Christchurch Food Festival. Walk along the river through Stanpit Marsh Nature Reserve from The Gatehouse to Christchurch, drive, or even take a pretty boat trip from Mudeford Quay to Christchurch and soak in the scenery.

New Forest National Park
A short drive from the Gatehouse is the New Forest National Park. Covering 219 square miles of beautiful scenery for walking, cycling or slow scenic drives. You’re sure to spot the famous New Forest ponies and picturesque thatched roof country pubs on your visit.

Bournemouth
Bournemouth town centre is just a car ride away for high street stores, tourist attractions and family entertainment – oceanarium, cinema, crazy golf, Pier, Pavilion and Bournemouth International Centre (BIC) for amazing shows and concerts.

DOGS:
Fully house trained dogs are welcome (maximum 2)
The Gatehouse location benefits from access to many dog friendly walks and open areas. In winter months, dogs are allowed on all the nearby beaches. In the summer months the property is adjacent to a section of the beach (Gundimore Beach) that allows dogs all year round. It is also just a short walk via the Avon Beach/Friars Cliff promenade with dogs on lead to Highcliffe Beach and Steamer Point Nature Reserve where dogs are also allowed all year round. This walk leads to the beautiful Highcliffe Castle grounds where dogs are welcome and you can continue the coastal path past the castle to the Chewton Bunny Nature Reserve with a stop at the Cliffhanger restaurant which is very dog friendly!
From Mudeford Quay dogs can also go on the regular ferry crossings over to Hengistbury Head and Mudeford Sandbank area, where again dogs are welcome year round.
The beach areas that do not allow dogs in summer months (1st May-30th September) still allow dogs on leads onto the prom to enable you to walk along and access the dog friendly beach areas.
The 65 hectare Stanpit Marsh Nature Reserve is a slightly further walk, but a fabulous way to walk from The Gatehouse into Christchurch… you can always get the ferry back! The reserve does require dogs to be kept on leads.
These are all walks directly from the Gatehouse, in addition we have the fabulous New Forest National Park just a short drive away for many many more amazing walks.

Notes:
Linen & towels provided by the owner.
EPC GRADE – D
GAS/ELECTRIC - INCLUDED.

THE DESTINATION:
Holidays are special! They form many of the best life memories and provide a rare opportunity for FREEDOM. Freedom to relax, play, breath and choose, what you want to do and when you want to do it. At Bournecoast we give you freedom of choice by offering an impressive selection of Self Catering accommodation in one of the most beautiful destinations in the United Kingdom. Dorset is a very popular holiday destination all year round. It offers beautiful rolling countryside, dramatic scenery, charming market towns, character villages and miles of some of the finest sandy beaches in the UK. Bournemouth lies to the east of the county and offers seven miles of blue flag beaches. It is near the market town of Christchurch with its 11th century Priory Church, ruined castle and Saxon mill, and the stunning medieval New Forest. The area caters for diverse interests, the popular buzzing beach resort in Bournemouth with its vibrant nightlife; the gentler pursuits of walking, wildlife and bird-watching in the nature reserves and national parks, and along the 20 miles of Bournemouth Coast footpath; and active pursuits such as cycling, sailing, rowing, canoeing, windsurfing, kite-surfing and sea kayaking. Popular also for touring, Southampton, the Isle of Wight, Salisbury and Stonehenge are all within reasonable travelling distance. Dorset features some excellent museums, with world leading centres at Bovington (The Tank Museum, telling the history of military vehicles), and the Russell Cotes Museum and Art Gallery in Bournemouth. Other museums include the Dorset County Museum in Dorchester, The Red House in Christchurch, the Royal Signals Museum at Blandford, and the award winning Brewers Quay in Weymouth. Many smaller towns have their own local museums.



Located in Christchurch, this vacation home is on a river. Highcliffe Castle and Parley Manor are local landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Castle Point Shopping Centre and Tower Park. Littledown Sports Center and Boscombe Chine Gardens Mini Golf Course are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.