Agent's House

Sitting on Brownsea Island, with stunning sea views and the chance to spot a red squirrel or two.

Guests

6

Bedrooms

3

Number of dogs welcome

0

Reference

003043

Acorn rating

4What's this

Agent’s House is situated in an incredible position on the unique Brownsea Island, just three metres from the water’s edge. With three bedrooms, a dining room and separate sitting room, it's perfect for families and friends looking for an island getaway. The cottage’s private garden overlooks the islands lagoon, a sanctuary to a vast number of birds, while the front of the house welcomes stunning sea views.

Leave your car behind and make the most of exploring the island on foot. Wander through woodland in search of red squirrels or take a lazy stroll along the beach.

Further afield, jump on a ferry and discover the delights of Sandbanks, one of the UK’s most exclusive addresses. The area has a wealth of fabulous cafes, bars and restaurants.
 

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

See an independent accessibility review and our accessibility guide below. Accessibility questions? Email holiday.enquiries@nationaltrust.org.uk or call us on 0344 800 2070.

View AccessAble's independent accessibility review of Agent's House. 

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Ground floor layout

Entrance hall, dining room, sitting room with open fire and kitchen.

First floor layout

Three bedrooms (double with 5' bed, double with 6' bed which can also be a twin on request, twin room) bathroom with bath and separate shower.

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.

The accessibility guide is for guidance only. For up-to-date information, please call the team on 0344 800 2070.

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: Agent’s House can be opened up on the ground floor to the adjoining Custom 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: The cottage has electric central heating. There is a wood burner in the sitting room which will be laid for you on arrival with enough fuel to get you started.

Logs: Additional logs can be purchased in advance through the contact centre. Logs are available at £9 per bag and this includes kindling.

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

Garden: There is an enclosed garden at the rear with a paved patio area and lawn.

Utilities: The washing machine is now located in the out house in the back garden.

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.

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

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