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South Shore Lodge

The exterior of South Shore Lodge, Brownsea Island
The exterior of South Shore Lodge, Brownsea Island | © National Trust / Robin Kitchin
The outdoor eating area of South Shore Lodge Brownsea Island, Dorset
The beach at South Shore Lodge, Brownsea Island

South Shore Lodge, Brownsea

Perfectly placed for sea views and island adventures.

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The outdoor eating area of South Shore Lodge Brownsea Island, Dorset
The beach at South Shore Lodge, Brownsea Island
The exterior of South Shore Lodge, Brownsea Island
Entrance to South Shore Lodge, Brownsea Island
The sitting room at South Shore Lodge, Brownsea Island, Dorset
The kitchen at South Shore Lodge, Brownsea Island
Dorm 4, sleeps 4, South Shore Lodge, Brownsea Island
Exterior washing facilities at South Shore Lodge, Brownsea Island
The exterior of South Shore Lodge, Brownsea Island
The garden leading down to the beach at South Shore Lodge, Brownsea Island
The surrounding area of South Shore Lodge Brownsea Island, Dorset
The surrounding area of South Shore Lodge Brownsea Island, Dorset
The exterior of Custom House and Agent's House, Dorset

© National Trust / Mike Henton

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Perfectly placed for sea views and island adventures.

  • Guests

    12

    Bedrooms

    4

    Acorn rating

    BunkhouseWhat's this?

    Number of dogs welcome

    0

    Reference

    GSW010

    This Victorian conversion provides basic bunk-bed accommodation for up to 12 people and is set on the south coast of the island with its own garden, beach access and views of the Purbeck Hills.

    There is additional capacity for organised groups and associations. For further information, please see the notes section below.

    Your journey here will see you cross the seas from Poole Harbour to arrive on this wildlife-rich island where you’ll be greeted by one of our holidays team. After all the visitors go home, make the most of having your very own island. Wander through woodland, explore the heathland and discover Brownsea Island’s bird-filled lagoon. It's in these quieter times that you're more likely to spot the island's red squirrels, which are most active in spring and autumn, and deer. 

    St Mark's Bothy, sleeping five, is next to South Shore Lodge, and they can be booked together. Also on Brownsea Island, you'll find two National Trust holiday cottages, Agent's House sleeping six, and Custom House sleeping two. Brownsea Island Campsite is nestled on the South Side of the island.

    • Garden, available
    • Fridge, available
    • Freezer, available
    • Kitchen equipment, available
    • For larger groups, available
    • Near National Trust attraction, available
    • Sea views, available
    • Close to a beach, available
    • Wildlife spotting, available
    • Public transport links, available

    Bedding/linen: Mattress protector and one pillow will be provided. Please bring a pillow case and sleeping bag and towels as required.

Things to see and do on Brownsea Island

Brownsea Island 

Famous for red squirrels, wildlife and Scouting

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An aerial view of Brownsea Island, Dorset. Brownsea Island sits in the middle of Poole Harbour.

Wildlife watching on Brownsea Island 

Take a walk on Brownsea Island, Dorset, and encounter a variety of birds and other wildlife that calls this island sanctuary in Poole Harbour, home.

A close up of a red squirrel on a branch on the floor of woodland on Brownsea Island, Dorset

Outdoor activities at Brownsea Island 

There's many ways to experience Brownsea Island, Dorset. From accessing the island via kayak, boats or paddleboards, to camping, beachcombing and special out-of-hours events.

View of people stand-up paddleboarding from the water

Brownsea Island viewpoint vistas walk 

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Enjoy a scenic tour of Brownsea Island’s best viewpoints, offering spectacular seascapes that take in neighbouring islands and the Purbeck Hills beyond. Make sure you bring your camera.

Activities
Walking
DistanceMiles: 3 (km: 4.8)
A view of the Poole Harbour sea framed by trees and with two people silhouetted in the centre at Brownsea Island, Dorset

Book together

There are two cottages, a campsite, a bothy and a bunkhouse on Brownsea Island.

The exterior of 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. Sleeps six.

The exterior of Custom House, Dorset

Custom House 

A bright and contemporary newly-converted cottage right at the water’s edge on Brownsea Island. Sleeps two.

St Mark's Bothy, Brownsea Island, Dorset

St Mark's Bothy 

A rustic stone bothy near the shore on Brownsea Island, with simple facilities and sea views. Sleeps five.

The exterior of South Shore Lodge, Brownsea Island

South Shore Lodge, Brownsea 

A bunkhouse that's perfectly placed for sea views and island adventures. Sleeps 12.

Camping at Brownsea Island Campsite, Dorset

Brownsea Island Campsite 

An island campsite near the beach, surrounded by thriving habitats in a spot famous for red squirrels. Pitch your own tent or stay in a pre-pitched bell tent or tree tent.