Just show me Christchurch Cottages
Two castles, two rivers, six sandy beaches, a fascinating heritage, exclusive shops, numerous activities, festivals...few places rival Christchurch's list of attractions and it's no wonder our Christchurch cottages are so popular.
This beautiful market town dates to Saxon times and oozes character. It is situated on the banks of a spectacular natural harbour and is an ideal base to explore rural Dorset, the Jurassic Coast and the New Forest.
Start your stay with a stroll around Priory Quarter, nestling in the shadow of the splendid 900-year-old Priory Church. This is also where you'll find the Red House Museum, ruins of Norman Hall and Christchurch Castle, as well as stylish shops, restaurants and riverside walks.
Next stop the harbour and Christchurch Quay, gateway to all kinds of water sports, boat hire and ferry trips, plus Splash Park. Place Mill is also here, a wonderful art gallery set in a restored watermill.
In May, foodies flock to the Food & Wine Festival and International Food Market, while Christchurch also hosts a traditional street market on Mondays.
Unspoilt countryside on the doorstep of your Christchurch cottage
Surrounding the town, discover an unspoilt landscape of open heath-land, woods and wet and wildflower meadows, where SSSIs and nature reserves abound. Wildlife spotters, walkers and cyclists will find hours of enjoyment right on the doorstep of their Christchurch cottage. There are guided walks too, the coastal path and a number of long distance trails. And if angling is your passion, day tickets are available for coarse, sea and game fishing.
So much to see and do when you book a Christchurch cottage!