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Brownsea Island, Poole, Dorset

Agent's House

The exterior of Agent's House, Dorset
The exterior of Agent's House, Dorset | © Mike Henton
The rear sitting room at Agent's House, Dorset
The outdoor seating at Agent's House, Dorset

Agent's House

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

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The rear sitting room at Agent's House, Dorset
The outdoor seating at Agent's House, Dorset
The exterior of Agent's House, Dorset
The kitchen at Agent's House, Dorset
The dining room at Agent's House, Dorset
The front sitting room at Agent's House, Dorset
The first twin bedroom at Agent's House, Dorset
The second twin bedroom at Agent's House, Dorset
The double bedroom at Agent's House, Dorset
The bathroom at Agent's House, Dorset
The shower room at Agent's House, Dorset
The garden at Agent's House, Dorset
The ferry to Agent's House on Brownsea Island, Dorset
The area surrounding Agent's House, Dorset
The exterior of Agent's House and Custom House, Dorset
The area surrounding Agent's House, Dorset
The area surrounding Agent's House, Dorset

© Mike Henton

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

At a glance

Guests
6
Bedrooms
3
Number of dogs welcome
0
Reference
003043
Acorn rating

About Agent's House

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.
 

Features and facilities

  • 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

Location

Accessibility

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. 

Read our accessibility guide 

Layout

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.

More information

Access: The island is accessible by ferry. A private National Trust ferry service runs from Poole Quay on a scheduled service for holiday guests four times a day. Parking is close by and is payable. Details will be provided soon after you have made your booking. Please note this is a temporary arrangement whilst work takes place on the Sandbanks jetty.

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.

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. 

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