Offering a garden and a tennis court, educatefirst in Christchurch is close to Friars Cliff Beach and Steamer Point Beach. The property is around a 18-minute walk from Avon Beach, 7.6 miles from Bournemouth International Center, and 13 miles from Sandbanks. There's a picnic area and guests can access free Wifi and free private parking. The homestay offers certain units with quiet street views, and each unit comes with a shared bathroom. Buffet and continental breakfast options are available every morning at the homestay. Poole Harbor is 14 miles from educatefirst, while The Mayflower Theatre is 22 miles away. The nearest airport is Bournemouth Airport, 6.8 miles from the accommodation.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.6)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Buffet

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
2 bunk beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.9
Facilities
8.1
Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.2
Value for money
8.8
Location
8.6
Free Wifi
9.8
High score for Christchurch
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Deb
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Terrific location close to beauty spot, shops and restaurants and take aways. David was a good host. Very relaxed stay. In a very quiet street. 10/15 minute walk to beach and harbour. Easy to find the house. Easy access to own room via keypad...
  • Lee
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Had to go to IOW so was allowed to park my car there and come back later, which was appreciated nice touch
  • Nicky
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    It was very quiet. I love the fact that I had a mini fridge fridge in my room and the microwave if that was really awesome.

Host Info

Company review score: 8.9Based on 154 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

Celebrating 12 years in 2024, we offer a "Home from Home" experience to all our guests. Each room is self-contained with tea and coffee facilities, kettle, microwave, mini fridge, tv, and breakfast snacks for those leaving earlier before our complimentary breakfast dining room opens. We offer a competitive collect and return service to local New Milton, Ringwood, Christchurch, and Bournemouth coach and train stations, Bournemouth and Southampton airports, and Poole and Portsmouth ferries. Our well maintained garden allows for sitting, eating, bathing, and bbq's throughout the year. We offer a range of daytrips and activities including London, Stonehenge, Oxford, Jurassic Coast, Brighton, and social activities like card games, cinema, badminton, ten pin bowling, horse riding, to both individuals and families who travel without their own transport. Take advantage of our paddleboards and bicycles. We respect your privacy, but we are always there in the background to cater for your every need. Our motto is "making good vacations GREAT."

Property info

Quality accommodation at a budget price, situated close to the seaside, New Forest, Jurassic Coast and London

Neighborhood info

Voted in the top 10 places to stay in Dorset, we are ideally situated within walking distance of Avon Beach, part of the UK's No. 1 Bournemouth beach. If you like walking or hiking we are a short bicycle or car journey to the New Forest. Our property situated in a quiet cul-de-sac, is within walking distance of three supermarkets, coffee and fast food outlets, public houses, and awarded winning restaurants. We are directly on the bus routes to Bournemouth, Salisbury, and Lymington. Famous Landmarks include Stonehenge, Jurassic Coast, Isle of Wight, Titanic & Russell Coates Museums, and Salisbury Cathedral.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Amenities of educatefirst
Great facilities! Review score, 8.1

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
Bathroom
  • Shared bathroom
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Activities
  • Movie nights
  • Beach
  • Badminton equipment
  • Tennis equipment
  • Horseback riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
  • Tennis court
Internet
Fast free Wifi 53 Mbps. Suitable for streaming 4K content and making video calls on multiple devices. Speed test carried out by the host.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Transportation
    • Public transit tickets
      Additional charge
    Services
    • Shuttle service
      Additional charge
    Front Desk Services
    • Invoice provided
    Entertainment & Family Services
    • Board games/Puzzles
    Safety & security
    • Smoke alarms
    • Security alarm
    General
    • Family rooms
    Languages Spoken
    • English

    Property practice

    This property told us they've implemented a practice in one of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, or nature.

    House rules

    educatefirst takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 2:30 PM to 11:00 PM

    Check-out

    From 6:00 AM to 10:30 AM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    No age restriction

    There's no age requirement for check-in

    Maestro Mastercard Visa UnionPay credit card Solo Cash Debit card educatefirst accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Please inform educatefirst of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

    This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

    FAQs about educatefirst

    • educatefirst offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Tennis court
      • Golf course (within 2 miles)
      • Horseback riding
      • Beach
      • Badminton equipment
      • Movie nights
      • Tennis equipment

    • Yes, educatefirst is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • educatefirst is 1.3 miles from the center of Christchurch. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Check-in at educatefirst is from 2:30 PM, and check-out is until 10:30 AM.

    • The prices at educatefirst may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Guests staying at educatefirst can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.6).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Continental
      • Buffet