Superking bedroom
Superking bed · Sleeps two
Make yourself
at home.
Self-catering accommodation in Poole Old Town. Four bedrooms for eight guests, two lounges and a private courtyard—all yours.
Four bedrooms for eight. Two lounges, a private courtyard and one parking space—all yours for the stay.
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Sleeps eightFour bedroomsEntire townhousePrivate parking
THE HOUSE
Gather together.
Make it your own.
You’ll find The Mariners on Market Street, in the heart of Poole Old Town. Behind its Georgian façade are welcoming living spaces, a fully equipped kitchen and a courtyard made for leisurely mornings.
Gather around the dining table, open the doors to the courtyard, or settle into the cosy basement snug. There are two superking rooms, a double with en suite and a bunk room.
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HOW WILL YOU STAY?
What brings you to Poole?
Family time, a wedding next door or a working visit. Find the stay that fits your plans.
Family stays
A proper dining table, two lounges and four bedrooms. Time together, with space to unwind.
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Wedding stays
The Guildhall is right next door. Stay together before and after the big day.
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Corporate stays
For visiting staff, colleagues and project teams from businesses and organisations across every sector.
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Theatre stays
For friends coming to see a show and visiting cast and crew, with Lighthouse a short walk away.
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Sports & outdoor stays
A comfortable base for sports teams, cyclists, walkers and days beside the sea.
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Four bedrooms.
Room for everyone.
All four bedrooms are included in your whole-house stay.
Bedroom with bath
Superking bed · Freestanding bath · Sleeps two
Double with en suite
Double bed · Sleeps two · Private en suite
The bunk room
Bunk bed · Sleeps two
Two separate loungesFully equipped kitchenPrivate courtyardWi-Fi & workspaceFamily bathroom & bedroom bathDownstairs WCOne private parking spaceSelf check-in
ON YOUR DOORSTEP
Old Town streets.
Harbour days.
Step out to the Guildhall, nearby restaurants and the historic streets of Old Town. Poole Quay is a two-minute walk away, with boat trips and harbourside places to eat.
Sandbanks Beach is around a ten-minute drive away. Stay local for a quiet wander, or make The Mariners your base for exploring the wider Dorset coast.
HOUSE RULES
Make yourself at home.
Up to eight overnight guests
The house sleeps a maximum of eight. Please tell us who will be staying and discuss any additional visitors with your hosts before your stay.
Quiet after 11pm
Please keep noise to a minimum after 11pm and be considerate of our neighbours, especially when using the courtyard.
Pets by prior agreement
One well-behaved dog by prior agreement, £30 per stay. Please bring their own bedding, keep them off beds and furniture, clear up after them, and do not leave them unattended in the house. Please bag all dog waste and dispose of it in a public dog-waste bin, or a public litter bin that accepts it. Do not put dog waste in any of the property’s indoor bins or household wheelie bins.
Parking on request
One private parking space is available. Please let us know in advance if you need parking so it can be reserved for your stay.
LOCAL PUBS & RESTAURANTS
Good food.
Just around the corner.
Stay close for seafood at the Guildhall Tavern, a drink at The Angel on Market Street, or a stroll down to the pubs along the Quay.
From a relaxed lunch to dinner with your favourite people, Old Town gives you plenty to explore on foot.
Explore places to eat & drinkThrough the season: Tuesday bike nights, selected Thursday fireworks, Friday car nights, live music and local festivals.
See what’s onTHINGS TO DO
Island days.
Coastal adventures.
Cruise around Poole Harbour and Brownsea Island, take a ferry for a day on the island, or book a private charter. Sandbanks and local sailing clubs are within reach too.
Poole Harbour tours
Take a sightseeing cruise around the harbour and Brownsea Island, departing from Poole Quay. Island visits are a separate day out.
Explore harbour tours
Sandbanks Beach
Blue Flag sands for a day by the water. Bring a beach bag and make time for a long coastal stroll.
Beach visitor guide
Your own boat for the day
Explore private motorboat and catamaran charters, or plan a fishing trip for a different kind of day on the water.
Catamaran chartersFishing trips
GETTING HERE & TRAVELLING ON
Arrive by rail.
Sail on to France
& the Channel Islands.
Make The Mariners your Old Town base for a Poole stay, or spend time here before or after your ferry crossing.
Poole railway station
Poole station is on Serpentine Road, with South Western Railway services. Plan your rail journey and onward walk or taxi to 24 Market Street using the station guide.
Train times & station informationFerries from Poole
Sail to St Malo in France via Guernsey with Brittany Ferries (around six hours), or travel to Guernsey (around three hours). DFDS sails from Poole to Jersey (around four and a half hours).
Stay in Old Town before setting sail or after your return from France or the Channel Islands.
Allow time to reach the ferry terminal and follow your operator’s check-in instructions. Check current sailing dates and travel requirements before booking.
St Malo via Guernsey · Brittany FerriesGuernsey · Brittany Ferries
Jersey · DFDS
Ferry terminal & arrival guide
FIND YOUR POOLE STAY
A house for your kind of break.
Choose a harbour stay, beach days or a Poole stop around your ferry journey.
BOOK DIRECT WITH YOUR HOSTS
A stay shaped
around you.
Share your dates, who’s coming and the reason for your visit. Your hosts will confirm availability and provide a full quote.
For wedding guests, working visits and longer stays, tell us what you need so we can discuss the best arrangements.
An enquiry is not a confirmed booking. Availability, price, payment and cancellation terms must be agreed before confirmation.
BEFORE YOU ARRIVE
A few useful details.
Who is the house best suited to?
The Mariners welcomes families, wedding guests and responsible groups of up to eight. Parties and events are not permitted. Please respect the neighbours and keep evening noise to a minimum.
Is there parking?
One private off-road parking space is included. There is no street parking; an additional public car park is less than a two-minute walk away. Please take care around the pavement bollard when reversing.
Can we bring our dog?
One well-behaved dog is welcome by prior agreement, at £30 per stay. Please bring their own bedding, keep them off beds and furniture, clear up after them, and do not leave them unattended in the house. Please bag all dog waste and dispose of it in a public dog-waste bin, or a public litter bin that accepts it. Do not put dog waste in any of the property’s indoor bins or household wheelie bins.
Is the house suitable for everyone?
This Georgian townhouse has several flights of stairs, which may be unsuitable for guests with limited mobility or very young children. Its central Old Town setting can be lively, with some town noise, particularly at weekends. Please ask before booking if you have particular access needs.
What are the arrival and departure times?
The current listing shows check-in from 3pm to 8pm and checkout before 10am, with self check-in by keypad. Arrival details and the agreed times will be confirmed before your stay. Access codes must only be shared with registered guests.
How will direct booking work?
Your hosts will confirm dates, the complete price and the booking terms before you commit. This first-draft site does not yet take payments or display live availability. Cancellation, deposit and payment terms will be added before direct bookings open.