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'The Old Customs House', character cottage on Mudeford Quay

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Master Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Second Bedroom

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Family Toilet and Shower Room

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Dining area

About this property

'The Old Customs House', character cottage on Mudeford Quay

*** Sorry - We are unable to offer use of the wood burner ***
Inside The Old Customs House:

The Old Customs House occupies a unique position actually on Mudeford Quay, Christchurch. One of only seven cottages on the quay, it is a 2 bedroom 16th century Grade 2 listed cottage over two floors that has been totally modernised throughout and furnished to the highest standards.

It comfortably sleeps 4 with a luxury modern main bathroom with a walk in wet room shower. It has a washer dryer, microwave, fridge freezer, oven, hob and all the comforts of a 5* hotel with a large TV in the lounge, with DVD player, and TVs in both bedrooms. It is perfect for families or cosy for friends.

Mudeford Quay is a working quay leading on to the sandy Avon Beach and just across the run from Hengistbury Head, it is the perfect spot for those who love the water, beach or partake in the many watersports available in the harbour.

The Old Customs House has it's own safe picket post fenced patio area with outdoor seating and views over to Hengistbury Head.

Outside The Old Customs House:

A white picket post fence surrounds a patio that runs the length of the cottage. Why not eat alfresco and watch the sun set over the harbour?

The cottage has one parking permit allowing you to park right outside the property. If you have more than one vehicle then extra parking could not be easier with a large public car park within a very short walk of the cottage.

Christchurch:

Christchurch - the sign says 'Where Time is Pleasant' and it's right.

From the lively Monday Market to the great shops and restaurants along the highstreet it is a great coastal town. It is a short trip in the car or by the Ferry that leaves from Mudeford Quay.

Christchurch Priory is the longest parish church in the country and is surrounded by beautiful grounds, riverside walks and Christchurch Quay.

The Priory is a must see and is steeped in history. The Priory contains the 'miraculous beam' said to be placed there by a carpenter locals believed was Christ himself.

The Regent Centre is a unique place to see a movie - they still have someone who comes round selling ice creams and drinks!

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 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

You need to know

Property # 10668589
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. Poole Harbour and Sandbanks Beach 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. Littledown Sports Center and Bournemouth Adventure Wonderland are also worth visiting.
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Christchurch, Dorset

What's nearby

  • Mudeford Quay - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Mudeford Quay Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Avon Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Friars Cliff Beach - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Mudeford Sandbank - 1 min drive - 0.2 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch Station - 12 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Soho - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Hiker Cafe - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 'The Old Customs House', character cottage on Mudeford Quay pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at 'The Old Customs House', character cottage on Mudeford Quay?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 'The Old Customs House', character cottage on Mudeford Quay?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 'The Old Customs House', character cottage on Mudeford Quay?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 'The Old Customs House', character cottage on Mudeford Quay located?

Situated in Christchurch, this cottage is steps from Mudeford Quay and 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from New Forest National Park. Mudeford Quay Beach and Avon Beach are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 19 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Jackie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really lovely house, enjoyed our stay and the location was great - a real treat for Valentine's weekend
Bobby enjoying the view from the living room window on his cheeky weekend away
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Mar 2026
Hi Jackie Thank you for your review of The Old Customs House and we are glad you had a lovely stay for Valentine's weekend. We hope your little dog had a lovely time too! Regards Jane & Ian Mud Huts of Mudeford Ltd
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10/10 Excellent

Russ H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful & Relaxing

We totally enjoyed our stay. Will definitely be soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Feb 2024
Hi Russ We are pleased you had an enjoyable stay at The Old Customs House and look forward to welcoming you back again soon. Regards Jane & Ian Mud Huts of Mudeford Ltd
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10/10 Excellent

Collette G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic

An amazing 3 night stay in the Old Customs House. Fantastic location and beautiful house.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Nov 2023
We are so glad you had an enjoyable stay at The Old Customs House and loved the cottage and its location. Please come back again soon. Regards Jane & Ian Mud Huts of Mudeford Ltd
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10/10 Excellent

Linda C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely location and very smart property

We wanted a short break by the sea in an area where we could get about by bicycle and the house was perfect for this. It has a very high quality interior and the location and views were great. The hosts were very easy to deal with and I would highly recommend a visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 14 July 2021
Hi Linda Thank you for your review of The Old Customs House and we are delighted that you enjoyed your stay and the location. Best regards Jane & Ian Mud Huts of Mudeford
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10/10 Excellent

Michael E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxed break

Property was clean, tidy and spacious with good facilities. Location was great, walk to the sea front with my morning coffee, really relaxing. Will come again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Oct 2022
Hi Michael Thank you for your review of The Old Customs House and we are glad you enjoyed the property and its location. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon. Regards Jane & Ian Mud Huts of Mudeford Ltd
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfy Quayside Cottage

Warm and comfortable with fabulous views and a very short walk to the fresh fish shop, the cafe and the pub. Cannot recommend highly enough.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2023
Hi Nicholas Thank you for your review of The Old Customs House and we are glad you found the cottage comfortable and loved the views and its location. Please come back soon! Regards Jane & Ian Mud Huts of Mudeford Ltd
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10/10 Excellent

Stewart C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mr

A well presented property - we had a lovely holiday.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Dec 2024
Hi Stewart We are glad you had a lovely time at The Old Customs House. Please come back again soon! Regards Jane & Ian Mud Huts of Mudeford Ltd
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10/10 Excellent

Terry How H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mr

We love the place and would like to return sometime
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 May 2024
Hi Terry We are glad you loved The Old Customs House and hope to be able to welcome you back again soon. Regards Jane & Ian Mud Huts of Mudeford Ltd
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10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Super custom house

Fantastic place to stay at thats the accommodation and Mudford it’s self 👌👌👌👌
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 June 2022
Hi Paul We are glad you enjoyed your stay at The Old Customs House and we look forward to welcoming you back in July. Regards Jane & Ian Mud Huts of Mudeford
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10/10 Excellent

Pat M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wow factor property!

Luxurious custom house very clean, beautifully furnished. Superb position. Everything you need is there. Thank you for the wine!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Mar 2025
Hi Pat We are glad you found The Old Customs House to be very clean, beautifully furnished and well equipped. We hope you enjoyed the wine. We hope to be able to welcome you back again soon. Regards Jane & Ian Mud Huts of Mudeford Ltd
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10/10 Excellent

Judith D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming well equipped cottage

Mudeford quay is a busy little place with a popular pub and cafe. However lovely beaches and walks a close by. The Ferry was out of action but should be Working again late June.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 July 2024
Hi Judy We are pleased you enjoyed your stay at The Old Customs House on Mudeford Quay. The ferry is back in action, so please come back soon! Regards Jane & Ian Mud Huts of Mudeford Ltd
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10/10 Excellent

Virginia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to relax by the sea

Charming and well laid out. Great places to eat near bye. Try the pub next door and the Noisy Lobster down the beach. Love the 4 poster bed. Everything worked and was very clean. Quiet surroundings listening to the ocean waves.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Apr 2023
Hi Virginia Thank you for leaving a review for The Old Customs House and we are glad you loved the cottage and its location. Mudeford Quay is a very special place and we hope to be able to welcome you back again soon. Regards Jane & Ian Mud Huts of Mudeford Ltd
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10/10 Excellent

Jenny C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Cottage

An amazing cottage in a lovely location right on the quay. Great for just sitting and watching the world go by, but also a good base for exploring the local area. Enjoyed some lovely walks around Hengistbury Head and along the beach as well as travelling further afield. Close to pub and restaurants, but we chose to go back to one of our favourite pubs - The Oaks in Highcliffe. A beautiful and well equipped cottage that was a real home from home. We will definately be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Oct 2021
Hi Jenny Thank you for leaving a review for The Old Customs House and we are so glad you had a lovely stay in the cottage and enjoyed the local walks and The Oaks. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon. Regards Jane & Ian Mud Huts of Mudeford
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10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Impressive, stunning cottage by the sea

Stunning cottage. Beautiful views. Small pub, cafe & fresh fish stalls opposite the cottage (pub offer takeaways), gorgeous walks along the beach & around the quay right on the doorstep - literally. The cottage was comfortable, warm, inviting, clean & all of high standard. Impressive!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tony A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing

We were looking for somewhere relatively quiet relaxing and away from our normal chaotic life, here we found it. Next to a beach a cafe and a bar what could get any better. We would highly recommend this cottage for a break from reality. Extremely clean and tidy, comfortable and quiet, great for beach walks with our without the dogs. There's a short ferry trip across the water to another beach should the fancy take you. Will definitely be returning hopefully soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Sept 2021
Hi Tony Thank you for leaving a review for The Old Customs House and we are so glad you enjoyed the property and the surrounding area. Mudeford Quay is a very special place and we hope to be able to welcome you back again soon. Regards Jane & Ian Mud Huts of Mudeford
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely cottage in a fantastic location

Beautifully presented accommodation with everything you need made available by thoughtful owners. Step out of the door and all the beauty and activity of Mudeford is on your doorstep.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Richard G.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in

Wonderful week at Old Customs House

Wonderful old property tastefully renovated in a manner both modern and classic. Great facilities. Would love to stay again and recommend it. Hosts were very helpful and friendly.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 21 July 2021
Hi Richard Thank you for your review of the Old Customs House and we are so glad you enjoyed your stay there. We hope you will come and stay again soon. Best regards Jane & Ian Mud Huts of Mudeford
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10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Dec 2025
Hi Elizabeth Thank you for giving The Old Customs House a 10/10. We hope you had an enjoyable stay and will come back again soon. Regards Jane & Ian Mud Huts of Mudeford Ltd
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10/10 Excellent

Trevor K.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

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