The Gatehouse Mudeford

The curved and split level architectural design of The Gatehouse offers the unique combination of open plan social spaces to suit families and friends, while still offering a cosy coastal ambience for couples. 

The Gatehouse's stunning location right by Avon Beach benefits from access to many dog friendly walks and open areas. In winter months, dogs are allowed on all the nearby beaches. In the summer months the property is adjacent to a section of the beach (Gundimore Beach) that allows dogs all year round. It is also just a short walk via the Avon Beach/Friars Cliff promenade with dogs on lead to Highcliffe Beach and Steamer Point Nature Reserve where dogs are also allowed all year round. This walk leads to the beautiful Highcliffe Castle grounds where dogs are welcome and you can continue the coastal path past the castle to the Chewton Bunny Nature Reserve with a stop at the Cliffhanger restaurant which is very dog friendly! 

From Mudeford Quay dogs can also go on the regular ferry crossings over to Hengistbury Head and Mudeford Spit/Sandbank area, where again dogs are welcome year round. The Hengistbury Head Nature Reserve is a stunning area for winter walks or a day on the beach. As well as being a Nature Reserve it is also an ancient monument with visitor centre and a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI). The lovely Beach House Cafe is Open year round and welcomes dogs so is the perfect stop off.

Next to Mudeford Quay the 65 hectare Stanpit Marsh Nature Reserve is a fabulous way to walk from The Gatehouse into Christchurch… you can always get the ferry back! The reserve does require dogs to be kept on leads. 

These are all walks directly from the Gatehouse, in addition we have the fabulous New Forest National Park just a short drive away for many many more amazing walks. The few beach areas that do not allow dogs in summer months (1st May-30th September) still allow dogs on leads onto the prom to enable you to walk along and access all the dog friendly beach areas. 

The Gatehouse has the convenience of a separate utility room with a WASHER/DRYER for all your beach towels and doggy towel washing needs. The garden is a fantastic feature of the property and includes a patio area with table and chairs, ideally suited for alfresco dining. The remainder of the garden is laid to lawn. The garden is enclosed making it children and dog friendly, with a side gate onto the driveway area. Fully house trained dogs are welcome.