The Willows

Christchurch, BH23 6AQ, United Kingdom – Excellent location - show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location — rated 9.0/10! <small>(score from <b>40</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
9.3
Scored 9.3
Superb
Rated superb
40 reviews

Beautiful house furnished with everything you might need. Very clean and well kept. Nice touches such as a cute fairy garden in the back garden. Great location within Christchurch with immediate access to walks across St. Catherine’s Hill.

Louise United Kingdom
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The Willows

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  • Entire home
  • Kitchen
  • Garden
  • Pets allowed
  • Washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Terrace
  • Balcony
  • Free parking
  • Bath

The Willows, a property with a garden, is located in Christchurch, 18 km from Sandbanks, 20 km from Poole Harbour, as well as 40 km from Salisbury Cathedral. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is situated 11 km from Bournemouth International Centre. The holiday home has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, bed linen, towels, a TV, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with garden views. There is also a seating area and a fireplace. Monkey World is 41 km from the holiday home, while Salisbury Train Station is 41 km from the property. The nearest airport is Bournemouth Airport, 6 km from The Willows.

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Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

Free private parking available on-site

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Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 double bed
Bedroom 3:
1 double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.0
Facilities
9.6
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.5
Value for money
9.2
Location
9.0
Free WiFi
10
High score for Christchurch
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  • Louise
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Beautiful house furnished with everything you might need. Very clean and well kept. Nice touches such as a cute fairy garden in the back garden. Great location within Christchurch with immediate access to walks across St. Catherine’s Hill.”
  • Ian
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Lovely property, well equipped. The owners had even added a Xmas tree and decs and a welcome pack of essentials!! Very thoughtful thank you!”
  • Barbara
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The house was beautiful and had everything you needed. Croissants provided as well as good quality soap etc.”
Quality rating
This property is rated 3 out of 5 as compared to other homes and apartments on our site. The rating is based on overall quality using factors such as review score, facilities, size, location and service.

Managed by Quay Holidays

Company review score: 8.9Based on 1,277 reviews from 131 properties
131 managed properties

Company information

Note - The cottage is located in a rural location and the garden backs onto a nature reserve and paddock with horses and sometimes cows! Quay Holidays of Poole, Dorset aims to make your self-catering holiday, short break or short term rental as enjoyable, relaxing, and as hassle-free as possible. We recognise that you lead a busy life, so we make ourselves available to discuss your holiday and short-term rental accommodation options from 9.30am to 10pm, 7 days a week!

Property information

A beautiful old railway cottage, set in secluded woodland, yet with easy access to Christchurch and Bournemouth. Fern Cottage is a unique property situated in the heart of St Catherine's Hill Nature Reserve, a stunning area of heathland and forest, offering opportunities for walking, cycling and nature spotting. A lovely old railway cottage, which dates back to 1925, is full of character and period features. The living room has a beautiful log burner, which also heats the adjoining entrance hall, and ample comfortable seating. A 42 inch wall-mounted television and patio doors that lead to the garden. A large country kitchen including a round table seating six and separate outside access door. Downstairs bathroom (shower over bath, sink and toilet). Stairs to three bedrooms all with lovely views over the adjoining fields and all with wall mounted flat screen televisions. Master bedroom (kingsize double) has access to a balcony area with seating for two and lovely countryside views. Two further double bedrooms. Family bathroom including feature roll-top bath, walk-in shower, sink and toilet.

Neighbourhood information

Christchurch has everything – stunning golden beaches, a beautiful natural harbour, an historic Priory, Highcliffe Castle, and much, much more. It is also the south-western gateway to the New Forest National Park. Whether it’s strolling the Christchurch Coastal Path between Highcliffe and Mudeford Quay, exploring the wild beauty and magnificent views at Hengistbury Head or spending a day with the kids at Adventure Wonderland, there really is something for everyone here! For the gastronomists the annual Christchurch Food and Wine Festival is a hugely popular fixture, and the many restaurants and bars offer culinary delights throughout the year. Whether it’s fresh seafood on Mudeford Quay, or fine dining in the shadow of Christchurch’s stunning Priory, there is something to suit every taste. It’s easy to explore Christchurch’s town centre on foot. Shoppers are well-served by a wide range of national and local retailers and there are plenty of coffee shops, cafes, and traditional pubs to relax in. The High Street is only a short stroll to both the historic Priory and picturesque Quay and riverside park.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Facilities of The Willows
Great facilities! Review score, 9.6

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible).
  • Accessible parking
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • Children's high chair
  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Fireplace
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • DVD player
  • TV
Room Amenities
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Private entrance
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace
  • Balcony
  • Garden
Food & Drink
  • Grocery deliveries
    Additional charge
Activities
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Outdoor & View
  • Garden view
Building characteristics
  • Detached
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
    Additional charge
Miscellaneous
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
  • Carbon monoxide detector
Languages spoken
  • English

Property practice

This property has told us they implemented a practice in one of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules

The Willows takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 15:00 to 23:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

Check-out

Until 10:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 3 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
£18 per stay

Prices for cots are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 21

Mastercard Visa Cash is not accepted The Willows accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform The Willows in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

This property is located in a residential area and guests are asked to refrain from excessive noise.

FAQs about The Willows

  • The Willows can accommodate the following group size:

    • 6 guests

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a balcony. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at The Willows on this page.

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at The Willows on this page.

  • The Willows offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Golf course (within 3 km)

  • The Willows is 1.8 miles from the centre of Christchurch. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at The Willows is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • The Willows has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 3 bedrooms

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • The prices at The Willows may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Yes, The Willows is popular with guests booking family stays.