Title: About Tern - 10-Minute Walk to Poole Quay Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # About Tern - 10-Minute Walk to Poole Quay On beach with water park, near Poole Harbour ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/78000000/77880000/77877300/77877204/daa0a7a7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/78000000/77880000/77877300/77877204/45f0aec7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/78000000/77880000/77877300/77877204/936beff0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/78000000/77880000/77877300/77877204/81b650d4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, offices](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/78000000/77880000/77877300/77877204/dd825e47.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location About Tern offers a relaxing retreat with harbour views from its balcony, just minutes from Hamworthy beach and park. Enjoy the fully equipped kitchen, central heating, and comfortable master bedroom with an ensuite. 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire apartment 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4797 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Washer - Outdoor space - Kitchen - Sea view ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### About Tern - 10-Minute Walk to Poole Quay Summary: A modern two bedroom apartment with balcony and fabulous harbour views. Just 10 minutes walk to Poole Quay where there are numerous great restaurants and bars. The Space: About Tern is a two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment situated on the Harbour Reach development just south of Poole lifting bridge benefiting from a balcony with beautiful harbour views with the Purbecks in the distance. Located just a few minutes walk to Hamworthy beach and park, and 10 minutes walk to Poole Quay and the town with all its facilities. Lift to the second floor. Open plan Lounge / Dining area leading to a balcony with harbour views. Comprehensively equipped throughout. Fully fitted kitchen. Master Bedroom (4ft 6ins standard double) with ensuite (walk-in shower, sink and toilet). Second bedroom (4ft 6ins standard double). Family bathroom (bath with shower over, sink and toilet). Parking - Two reserved parking space in the development\`s own gated parking area under the apartments. (max height 2.1m / 6ft 8ins) Services - Duvets and linen provided (including bath and beach towels). Central Heating. Hairdryer. Technology - Television. WIFI broadband facility. Kitchen - Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Gas Hob, Fridge / Freezer, Microwave and Washing Machine. Restrictions - No smoking. No Pets. Same day bookings can be accepted if received before to 6pm (4pm on Sundays) when our office closes. Arrivals out of office hours can be organised if requests are received before 6pm (4pm on Sundays). The Neighborhood: HAMWORTHY - POOLE'S INNER HARBOUR AREA - Just 10 minutes\` walk from Poole Quay via Poole\`s historic lifting bridge, Hamworthy is a quieter, predominantly residential area and Harbour Reach is the latest example of regeneration in this convenient location. The development offers some of the prettiest views of the natural harbour with Poole Yacht Club in the foreground and a wonderful vista across the harbour, to Corfe Castle and the Purbeck Hills beyond. Located close to Cobb\`s Quay Marina Hamworthy is a great base both for strolling into Town, and for driving out to explore the wider Dorset region. ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the apartment: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Freezer - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Office ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Lift - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a zoo - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Optional golf privileges - Water park - Cycling nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Theme park nearby ### Safety features - 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts cash On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 680f8c69a543ec00100b204b ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C50.71155%2C-1.99961&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=aHZSaCLzY7j6kvhxMMgK-0r4OX4=) Poole, Dorset #### What's nearby - RNLI College - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles - Poole Quay - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles - Poole Harbour - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile - Lighthouse, Poole's Centre for the Arts - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles - Sandbanks Beach - 12 min drive - 5.7 miles #### Getting around - Poole Station - 7 min drive - Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 29 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Poole Arms - ‬13 min walk - ‪Slug & Lettuce - Poole - ‬13 min walk - ‪All-Ways Fryday - ‬11 min walk - ‪Pi - ‬11 min walk - ‪Da Vinci's - ‬11 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is About Tern - 10-Minute Walk to Poole Quay pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at About Tern - 10-Minute Walk to Poole Quay? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at About Tern - 10-Minute Walk to Poole Quay? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is About Tern - 10-Minute Walk to Poole Quay located? > Nestled on the beach, this Poole apartment building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Hamworthy Beach and Poole Harbour. Harbour Lake Beach and Poole Quay are also within 1 mile (2 km). Poole Station is 21 minutes by foot and Hamworthy Station is 28 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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