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Lovely seaside chalet with just a 2 minute walk to the beach!

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A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and a unique hanging light fixture.
A living room with a fireplace, a television, two armchairs, a sofa, and a large window with a view of buildings.
A staircase with a wooden handrail and a light fixture above it.
A brick house with a patio, outdoor furniture, and potted plants.
A brick building with a wooden door marked "41" and a sign reading "The Dolphins".

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Onsite parking available
    Convenient and secure on-site parking, a rare amenity in the area.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Swanage Beach

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Internet
  • Off-street parking available

Explore the area

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Swanage, England
  • Place, Swanage Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Dorset and East Devon Coast
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Swanage Pier
    ‪3 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

3 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

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About the area

Swanage

Located in Swanage, this chalet is near a water park and near the beach. Purbeck Mineral and Mining Museum and Lighthouse, Poole's Centre for the Arts are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Castle Point Shopping Centre and Tower Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Poole Stadium or Vitality Stadium. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Swanage, England

What's nearby

  • Swanage Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Swanage Railway - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Dorset and East Devon Coast - 2 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Durlston Country Park - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Swanage Pier - 3 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Swanage Station - 11 min walk
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Crows Nest Inn - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Purbeck House Hotel and Louisa Lodge - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Ocean Bay Beach Bar & Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Ship Inn - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Smoke on the Water - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Lovely seaside chalet with just a 2 minute walk to the beach! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Lovely seaside chalet with just a 2 minute walk to the beach!?

As of 24 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lovely seaside chalet with just a 2 minute walk to the beach! on 5 Jan 2027 start from £914, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Lovely seaside chalet with just a 2 minute walk to the beach!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lovely seaside chalet with just a 2 minute walk to the beach!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lovely seaside chalet with just a 2 minute walk to the beach!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lovely seaside chalet with just a 2 minute walk to the beach! located?

Situated near the beach, this chalet is within a 15-minute walk of Swanage Beach, Swanage Railway and Dorset and East Devon Coast. Swanage 18 Hole Pitch and Putt and Pier Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km). Swanage Station is 11 minutes by foot and Swanage Herston Halt Station is 29 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a great stay , so close to the beach Ample parking for 3 cars, everything we needed, will definitely be back
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay with a young family. Communication was good and check in smooth. Would book again:)
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely house, lots of room for the group, very comfy beds and great location with parking. Walking into Swanage to the restaurants was so easy. Check in and check out was smooth. Comms with Julia was easy and she was very accommodating with an early check in.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing home, location perfect and so very well equipped. Beautiful garden that we made the most of
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug 2026
Thank you for your message
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Excellent property really clean with all the facilities . Highly recommended will love to go back . Swanage is a beautiful area
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was absolutely perfect for our stay. Immaculately clean, very comfortable with a beautiful garden and everything we needed for a comfortable stay. It was also in a perfect location for Swanage and surrounding areas. Thank you Julia for an excellent stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay at Dolphins. The house is very well equipped and so close to the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a lovely warm home very well equipped and beautiful garden. Very close to the beach
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Apr 2026
Thank you.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spacious house with good amenities. Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location, great property

Excellent location, super clean and the every amenity you could imagine. We had a wonderful stay and will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jul 2022
Thank you Simon. I am very pleased you had a good time. Best wishes, Julia
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent location

The property was very comfortable and homely with a well equipped kitchen and was lovely to come back to.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The perfect house in the perfect location

We could not have asked for anything more, the house was impeccable and the location amazing. A truly great holiday spot.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Golden girls 2025

This was our second stay and as the first everything was as described. Everything we needed in this holiday haven. Enjoyed the garden in the evening as well as the morning coffee. Great relaxing stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Weekend Retreat

Girls trip for the over 50’s!!!! Ideal location, we were lucky with the weather and sat in garden most afternoons, easy walking distance for beach and town.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and beautiful place to stay

Thank you for your well equipped place to stay. We’ve had a wonderful time down in Swanage and have enjoyed our time in this beautiful home. Gorgeous gardens and very well set up for our family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jun 2022
Thank you Jenny. So pleased to hear you had a good time. Do remember us for another time. Best wishes, Julia
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful stay and property

We had a brilliant time. The property was as described and perfect location to town and the beach with on site parking. The shower could be stronger and more of a thorough clean before arrival but overall we were really happy with our stay and communications overall. Would 100% stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Baker family

Very good location..and house with plenty of room for 7 people..all one family..convenient for beach and Swanage town..only drawback the weather but what do you expect in England !
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Apr 2024
Thank you for your message Peter. Hopefully you’ll come again when the weather is better.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect holiday home in excellent location

Communication with Julia was both prompt and friendly before our visit. The Dolphins is a great home by sea and worked perfectly for us as a multi generational family holiday. There was everything we needed. Garden amazing! Beds comfy, lots of toys and games, very clean and lots of little extras you don’t often find in rented holiday homes. Thanks Julia. We would love to explore the area more so could well be back in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

4 Day Break

Thank you for a lovely stay. Lovely big rooms, lovely garden, well equipped kitchen. Super to have a bathroom upstairs and downstairs. Off street parking was also really helpful. Two minute walk to the beach was as added bonus. All in all a great break away. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Sept 2023
Thank you. I pleased you enjoyed your stay. Please do think of us next time.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Super Easter Weekend Stay - April 2023

Super long Easter weekend stay for 6 of us including kids, parents, and grand-mothers. Property was lovely and roomy, plenty of room for everyone. Bedrooms were spacious very well equipped, with comfortable beds. Kitchen was excellently equipped. The garden was beautifully maintained with deckchairs and comfortable wicker chairs and leg rests so we could all enjoy the sunshine. There was a large charcoal BBQ available, which we used to prepare a Saturday evening feast. With only 5 mins walk to the beach, and 15 mins walk into Swanage town with all the amusements, shops and restaurants, it means that everything was accessible for all - young and old. Julia, the hostess, was highly communicative, provided some great restaurant recommendations, and made sure everything we needed was available. A fabulous locations also meant we could walk directly up to the Old Harry Rocks in just over an hour, getting back in time for a tasty breakfast. Solid WiFi and a good sized TV also meant a the kids (and Adults) could relax for some downtime between physical activities. Wholeheartedly recommended - and we would certainly frequent again. Thanks!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Apr 2023
Thank you Chris. I am very pleased you enjoyed yourselves and I do hope you come again. You were excellent guests too.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic stay

I booked out this rental house for our Bank holiday weekend getaway for 8 of us out of which 5 were children. I loved the fact that this house was fully equipped with all the entertaining resources for children of all ages. The bbq was lovely, and we really appreciated that you left a bottle of Wine to welcome us (although we dont drink alcohol)and chocolates which the kids gobbled down. The attention to detail was amazing, the kitchen was fully equipped to cater and cook food from any cuisine. The garden was very well maintained and the garden furniture was top quality and very comfortable. Overall the location of the property was very convenient as it is a 2minute walk down to the beach. There is not much I can say you would need to improve in your lovely rental property, although I would have loved a hot tub in your garden, as you have a great space that would be ideal for this type of luxury. Thank you very much and we loved Swanage and deffinitly will be coming back. One thing that annoyed me was on Monday we ran a little late as I have a little OCD, hence could not help but clean and scrub the house so that we leave it the way we found it. The cleaner and her family parked right outside the drive and kept tutting and rolling eyes and basically gesturing thier annoyance. My husband went out and apologised for delay and explained the situation. Considering that we arrived at the property at 11pm on Friday due to some traffic issues. Overall very happy experience.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, very nice house with plenty of space for our extended family of 7. Nice outdoor space and gardens. We enjoyed breakfasts on the patio. Very close to beach and walking distance to town for shops. We had some minor issues with a leaking water tank but our host Julia was easy to communicate with. Problem was quickly resolved with minor inconvenience to us. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

AMAZING PROPERTY

Everything about this property is just majestic. The location could not have been better. 10 second walk and you’re at the beach and the sea can also be seen from the room upstairs. Just incredible. So many little extras that the wonderful hosts leaves for the guests really helps make it an unforgettable experience. We had all age ranges in the family and every single person adored the stay! We hadn’t even checked out and were already planning the next visit 😁
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

excellent stay

We all had a great time. It was our granddaughter's first visit to Swanage. First of many ! House was lovely . Clean and spacious and a brilliant location .
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
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