Custom House

A bright and contemporary newly-converted cottage right at the water’s edge on Brownsea Island.

Guests

2

Bedrooms

1

Number of dogs welcome

0

Reference

003044

Acorn rating

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Newly converted Custom House is one in a row of cottages located in a stunning spot on Brownsea Island. Right at the water’s edge, the cottage has the sea lapping near the front door. Inside the single-storey house you’ll find a bright and modern space with contemporary furnishings. 

After all the visitors go home make the most of having your very own island. Wander through woodland, explore the heathland and discover Brownsea Island’s magical lagoon.

Take a ferry to the Isle of Purbeck and discover a unique landscape with habitats ranging from dunes to sandy beaches, sheer cliffs to centuries old ruins. 

• Wi-Fi, available
• Garden, not available
• EV charging, not available
• Fridge, available
• Freezer, available
• Microwave, available
• Open fire / wood burner, not available
• Television, available
• DVD, available
• Washing machine, not available
• Dishwasher, available
• Tumble dryer, not available
• BBQ, not available
• Cot & high chair, available

Island accessed by ferry, with steps on and off. Find more information in the Accessibility Guide. Accessibility questions? Email holiday.enquiries@nationaltrust.org.uk or call us on 0344 800 2070.

Read our accessibility guide 

Ground floor layout

Open plan living/dining room/bedroom, adjoining kitchen, one double bedroom with 6ft bed and shower room.

Access: The island is accessible by ferry.  A private National Trust ferry service runs from Sandbanks Jetty (BH13 7QJ) on a scheduled service for holiday guests, staff, volunteers and island residents only. We ask guests to arrive between 3.30pm and 4.30pm so that we can accommodate departing guests. If arriving later than 4.30pm please contact the Property Office on 01202 707744 (by 1.30pm on the day of your arrival) for advice on ferry times.

Passes for the private NT ferry service to and from Sandbanks are provided for guests on arrival for unlimited use during your stay.

Luggage: Maximum weight of 15 kg for any item. There are steps on and off the boat service to the island and all luggage must be easy to transport. Holdalls, small bags and rucksacks are ideal. The boatmen may request that luggage be reduced in weight if too heavy, and that large cases be separated into smaller bags.

Island Facilities: Brownsea Island does not have a shop so you will need to bring food with you. There is a small café on the island, which is open during the day when the island is open from March to October, where you can buy hot food and drinks. You can check café opening times here. 

Large groups: Custom House can be opened up on the ground floor with the adjoining Agent’s House to accommodate larger groups.

Wifi: We’re pleased to provide free WiFi access at this accommodation, which is supported by BT. Please note intermittent connection problems can sometimes occur and therefore should not be relied upon.

Heating: Eco electric radiators included.

Parking: There is parking available for one car on the Sandbanks jetty. Details will be included in your holiday information documents.

Garden: There is flat hard standing area outside the front of the cottage with a set of patio furniture.

Offers: Guests will benefit from a late Sunday checkout of 4pm at this cottage.

Free entry for cottage guests into the Dorset Wildlife Trust reserve on Brownsea Island.

Utilities/Electricals: There is no washing machine at this cottage.

Bicycles: We are sorry but no bicycles are allowed on the island.

Please note: For all enquires relating to your stay including inventories, bedding and other provisions, please contact the Holidays team.

The private NT ferry service does not run on 25 & 26 December or 1 January.