The Homestead
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- Small family-run site with six acres of fields and a woodland
- A quarter of an hour's drive from Bournemouth; Sandbanks 25 minutes
- Fully-furnished luxury four-metre bell tents in Dorset
Site type
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Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- Dogs are not allowed if you are staying in the accommodation units.
- The site caters for families (immediate members) and couples only - bookings from all other forms of groups are not accepted.
- At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.
- No naked flames are allowed inside the hired accommodation units.
Languages spoken
English
Pitch types & availability
Non-electric grass motorhome pitch
4 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: unlimited
Arrival daysFrom £30 1 night, 2 adults
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Bell tent (basic)
4 people maximum 
No dogs allowed Dimensions: 1.5m width x 1.5m length (5.0ft width x 5.0ft length) Calculated area: 2.3m² (25.0ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £118 2 nights, 2 adults
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Willow bell tent
4 people maximum No dogs allowed Dimensions: 1.5m width x 1.5m length (5.0ft width x 5.0ft length) Calculated area: 2.3m² (25.0ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £178 2 nights, 2 adults
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Reviews
Voted 67% of visitors View breakdown
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Such a wonderful campsite. On first drive in you know it is…
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Willow bell tent
Liked: Such a wonderful campsite. On first drive in you know it is going to be fairly special. So much care taken to the grounds. Showed to our tent on check in despite really busy and could have easily pointed it was so close. Great clean facilities plenty of space and very roomy showers! Someone popped by on our 2nd night to check everything was ok and whether we needed anything at all. Good location. Planes fly over from Bournemouth airport but very few in the 2nights we stayed over, the kids found them fun to see! Thank you for a lovely stay, we will be back!
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Willow bell tent
Liked: The accessibility and convenience to everything around you for activities and things to do. The site was clean, easy to find and super comfy beds which aided in a better camping experience.
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Great time
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Liked: We loved our stay at the homestead. The facilities were clean and nice and close. The site was clean and everyone was lovely including the family that run it. It was perfect and not far from everything we wanted to do on our break.
It’s close to the airport which the kids loved watching them fly over- it’s not a busy airport so the noise really wasn’t an issue at all. Was one of the most reasonably priced sites I found and we are already planning our next visit here again - hopefully in a few weeks!
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campsite nice and friendly, excellent shower blocks…
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Liked: campsite nice and friendly, excellent shower blocks
Disliked: close to airport so you get aircraft flying over
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Great place we have been there twice. In glamping and in our…
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Liked: Great place we have been there twice. In glamping and in our tent will definitely come again. Extra thing they have a lovely shop with hats for ladies that extra bit is very special for me esp Stayed two night clean showers nice people perfect 👍
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Great showers Cozy Bell tent…
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Liked: Great showers
Cozy Bell tent
Disliked: No play park
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Bell tent was lovely with a comfy bed and the facilities that…
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Liked: Bell tent was lovely with a comfy bed and the facilities that came with it - crockery, cutlery, kettle, washing up stuff, water container etc - were really useful as you save on packing! The shower facilities were spacious and clean throughout the day. Although there aren’t any play areas or activities, there is space for kids to play and a picnic table with each tent for them to do things at. The site is very near the airport so we took earplugs but didn’t use them and the sound of the planes didn’t really bother us.
Disliked: There wasn’t any hot water for washing up.
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The tent was clean and well-appointed. The facilities were modern and…
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Liked: The tent was clean and well-appointed. The facilities were modern and clean.
Disliked: The road and airport noise was very loud and constant. Earplugs and eye masks would be a nice touch. Also no hairdryers in the ladies shower block. No signage on arrival about how to check in.
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The site was very spacious and the new toileting and showering facilities…
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Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch
Liked: The site was very spacious and the new toileting and showering facilities are lovely. If you're looking for somewhere for a weekend and need facilities close by and access to Bournemouth than this place is great.
Disliked: The only thing that I believe is a negative is the location, this place is very close to Bournemouth airport and has a few main roads close by. The air traffic is very loud and cars can be heard from the site which really does take away the whole nature escape feel.
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Lovely site with a wild feel in the trees lots of space and facilities
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Liked: Lots of space wooded area gave a great wild feel and the new toilet block was very modern, clean and spacious. Plenty space for the dog to explore and lovely town and pub nearby.
Disliked: Is close to the Airport so planes are quite loud overhead. We are both heavy sleepers so didn’t affect us but may be an issue for others?
Found it hard to contact someone working there no one at reception and no answers on phone numbers provided?
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Features
Dogs allowed
Leisure on site
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis WatersportsAmenities on site
Bath available Car parking by pitch/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
LuxuryUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transport nearby Shop nearbyType
Large (51-200 pitches)Nearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Mountain biking nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Surf school nearby Tennis nearby Watersports nearbyLocation
The Homestead
355 Christchurch Road
West Parley
Bournemouth
Dorset
England
BH22 8SH
Directions Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
50.78032°N
-1.87039°W
Nearest transport
Coach
Rail
Ferry
AirportPlease note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
Local attractions
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
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| Bournemouth Boscombe Pier | 4.4 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Excellent |
| Bournemouth Manor Steps | 4.5 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | N/A |
| Bournemouth Pier | 4.5 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Good | Good |
| Bournemouth Durley Chine | 4.7 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Bournemouth Fisherman`S Walk | 4.7 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Adventure Wonderland 1.2 mi
The Bournemouth Balloon 4.1 mi
Russell-Cotes Art Gallery & Museum 4.3 mi
Bournemouth Pier Beach 4.4 mi
Oceanarium, The Bournemouth Aquarium 4.4 mi
National Trust
Kingston Lacy 7.4 mi
Brownsea Island 7.4 mi
White Mill 8.5 mi
Studland Beach and Nature Reserve 10 mi
Corfe Castle 12.8 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Throop Mill - Parley Green - Nature Reserve - Berry Hill 1.8 mi
WIMBORNE ROAD CEMETERY 3.2 mi
AVON HEATH (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 19/05/1998) 3.7 mi
LOWER CENTRAL GARDENS, UPPER CENTRAL GARDENS AND COY POND GARDENS 4 mi
Holt Heath - Horton Tower - Holt Heath 4.5 mi
Local events
- Dorset County Show (Saturday 6 September 2025 – Saturday 6 September 2025)
Dorchester, Dorset 24.6 mi
- Isle of Wight Festival (Thursday 19 June 2025 – Thursday 19 June 2025)
Newport, Isle Of Wight 26 mi
Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
Offers
Conditions apply - see pitch type section for details
Nearest sites
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Frequently asked questions
- Does The Homestead have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is The Homestead dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near The Homestead? With the coast and the New Forest National Park so close, you’ll have a big choice of activities before you. Perhaps horse riding, cycling or canoeing on the Beaulieu river in the … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of The Homestead?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 12 p.m. – 6 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. On-site accommodation Arrive: 2 p.m. – 6 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at The Homestead? From £30 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.