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OUR LOVELY HOME WITH KITCHEN BALCONY WITH VIEWS OVER SWANAGE BAY/PURBECK HILLS
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3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6
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Swanage, ENG
- Place, Swanage Beach7 min walk
- Place, Durlston Country Park9 min walk
- Place, Swanage Pier13 min walk
- Airport, Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)37 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Single Beds
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet
Bathroom 2
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area
About this property
OUR LOVELY HOME WITH KITCHEN BALCONY WITH VIEWS OVER SWANAGE BAY/PURBECK HILLS
**Please note we can only accept 7 day, Saturday to Saturday bookings due to this being our ‘change over’ day. Just 5 to 10 minutes stroll to Swanage's Blue Flag Award Winning Beach, Victorian Pier, the wonderful Steam Railway, art galleries, restaurants, bars and pubs, we are letting our much loved home, over the summer holidays.
Five to 10 minutes walk from the front door will bring you to the Townsend Nature Reserve and on to Durlston National Park, renowned as an area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, leading to the Jurassic Coast Cliff Walks, Durlston Castle and the Lighthouse.
We have 3 bedrooms, 2 bright double bedrooms (one with fabulous view of Swanage Bay and Purbeck Hills) both with vanity units and the smaller third with full sized bunk beds with view of Swanage Bay and the Purbeck Hills. There is an open plan large kitchen/diner/family room with double doors leading to balcony and further views of Swanage Bay and Purbeck Hills. Stairs leading down to landscaped garden with covered seating area, barbeque and raised pond.
Cosy adult’s lounge to relax in, when younger ones are sleeping, with 50 inch TV and adults’ dining area. In the large open plan kitchen/family room there is a Large 50 inch flat screen TV. A Large Range Cooker and 5 ring hob and washing machine. Fully tiled bathroom with power shower over bath, wash basin and toilet. Separate Toilet and wash basin upstairs. Linens and Towels provided (for use on the premises only).
Off road parking, side gate leading to secure covered area for bicycles/ hiking equipment etc.
A truly fabulously convenient location just a 10 minute walk from all the attractions and conveniences our stunning seaside town has to offer, whilst being away from the bustle of the town.
Available are various boat trips to Brownsea Island, Poole, around local shoreline I.e Old Harry Rocks, Fishing trips, both local mackerel fishing and further out to sea day hires etc. Various Diving Schools at the Pier.
Extremely good (so we are told) and picturesque Purbeck Golf Club which is open to the public, there are other golf clubs in the area also open to the public. For the lesser experienced golfers there is crazy golf for the kids in the town centre.
Area is extremely popular with mountain bikers, there is a really good bicycle shop literally round the corner, they are very involved in all local bike events,. They hire bikes out and have a workshop team to fix all levels of bike.
Local convenience shop only 2 minutes down the road open early until late 7 days a week.
Location! We are in the middle of Purbeck's Jurassic Coast, a listed area of Natural Outstanding Beauty. Everything on your doorstep from Townsend Nature Reserve (5 minutes up the hill) to Durlston Head where the magnificent lighthouse is situated, then you can either take the coastal path to Dancing Ledge and on to Worth Matravers where you will find the famous Square and Compass pub, this is a truly unspoiled traditional pub overlooking the sea, it is very rustic with a serving hatch, barrels of beer behind hatch, a wide cider menu, pasties on a paper plate only food available. There are no fruit machines, pool table, tv's, juke boxes! It also has a Fossil Museum.
Another lovely place to visit is the Scott Arms at Kingston with its stunning garden views over Corfe Castle, they have a good food reputation and also often have an outside Jerk Shack food bar.
There is of course Corfe Castle itself, you can take the Swanage Steam Train to this.
Near by there are also Durdle Door and Lulworth Cove to visit.
If you turn left from the lighthouse towards Durlston Castle then it will take you back into Swanage via The Downs.
If you travel further towards Sandbanks through Studland there are miles of quiet unspoilt National Trust beaches.
You can also travel on to Sandbanks, Poole and Bournmouth via the Chain Ferry.
An absolutely fabulous place to have a meal or a glass of wine is Shell Bay Restaurant and Bar, next to the ferry - it offers amazing views (see photo).
Our home has great views over the Bay and of the Purbeck Hills and is close walking distance to Swanage, you won't necessarily need to take the car.
Our home is just off the High St so you don't get the late night noises of people 'strolling home'.
Two minutes down the road is our wonderful local pub/restaurant (The Black Swan) which serves delicious food (although it is best to book as they get very busy). Also to be found is a very good Chinese take away just around the corner.
There are of course a choice of fish and chips shops.
There is also a lovely old stone church and Mill pond just down the hill.
Please note if there are any accidents there is a cottage hospital just literally around the corner, but it is not a 24 hr/ out of hours hospital.
Five to 10 minutes walk from the front door will bring you to the Townsend Nature Reserve and on to Durlston National Park, renowned as an area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, leading to the Jurassic Coast Cliff Walks, Durlston Castle and the Lighthouse.
We have 3 bedrooms, 2 bright double bedrooms (one with fabulous view of Swanage Bay and Purbeck Hills) both with vanity units and the smaller third with full sized bunk beds with view of Swanage Bay and the Purbeck Hills. There is an open plan large kitchen/diner/family room with double doors leading to balcony and further views of Swanage Bay and Purbeck Hills. Stairs leading down to landscaped garden with covered seating area, barbeque and raised pond.
Cosy adult’s lounge to relax in, when younger ones are sleeping, with 50 inch TV and adults’ dining area. In the large open plan kitchen/family room there is a Large 50 inch flat screen TV. A Large Range Cooker and 5 ring hob and washing machine. Fully tiled bathroom with power shower over bath, wash basin and toilet. Separate Toilet and wash basin upstairs. Linens and Towels provided (for use on the premises only).
Off road parking, side gate leading to secure covered area for bicycles/ hiking equipment etc.
A truly fabulously convenient location just a 10 minute walk from all the attractions and conveniences our stunning seaside town has to offer, whilst being away from the bustle of the town.
Available are various boat trips to Brownsea Island, Poole, around local shoreline I.e Old Harry Rocks, Fishing trips, both local mackerel fishing and further out to sea day hires etc. Various Diving Schools at the Pier.
Extremely good (so we are told) and picturesque Purbeck Golf Club which is open to the public, there are other golf clubs in the area also open to the public. For the lesser experienced golfers there is crazy golf for the kids in the town centre.
Area is extremely popular with mountain bikers, there is a really good bicycle shop literally round the corner, they are very involved in all local bike events,. They hire bikes out and have a workshop team to fix all levels of bike.
Local convenience shop only 2 minutes down the road open early until late 7 days a week.
Location! We are in the middle of Purbeck's Jurassic Coast, a listed area of Natural Outstanding Beauty. Everything on your doorstep from Townsend Nature Reserve (5 minutes up the hill) to Durlston Head where the magnificent lighthouse is situated, then you can either take the coastal path to Dancing Ledge and on to Worth Matravers where you will find the famous Square and Compass pub, this is a truly unspoiled traditional pub overlooking the sea, it is very rustic with a serving hatch, barrels of beer behind hatch, a wide cider menu, pasties on a paper plate only food available. There are no fruit machines, pool table, tv's, juke boxes! It also has a Fossil Museum.
Another lovely place to visit is the Scott Arms at Kingston with its stunning garden views over Corfe Castle, they have a good food reputation and also often have an outside Jerk Shack food bar.
There is of course Corfe Castle itself, you can take the Swanage Steam Train to this.
Near by there are also Durdle Door and Lulworth Cove to visit.
If you turn left from the lighthouse towards Durlston Castle then it will take you back into Swanage via The Downs.
If you travel further towards Sandbanks through Studland there are miles of quiet unspoilt National Trust beaches.
You can also travel on to Sandbanks, Poole and Bournmouth via the Chain Ferry.
An absolutely fabulous place to have a meal or a glass of wine is Shell Bay Restaurant and Bar, next to the ferry - it offers amazing views (see photo).
Our home has great views over the Bay and of the Purbeck Hills and is close walking distance to Swanage, you won't necessarily need to take the car.
Our home is just off the High St so you don't get the late night noises of people 'strolling home'.
Two minutes down the road is our wonderful local pub/restaurant (The Black Swan) which serves delicious food (although it is best to book as they get very busy). Also to be found is a very good Chinese take away just around the corner.
There are of course a choice of fish and chips shops.
There is also a lovely old stone church and Mill pond just down the hill.
Please note if there are any accidents there is a cottage hospital just literally around the corner, but it is not a 24 hr/ out of hours hospital.
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Outdoor space
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About the area
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Located in Swanage, this holiday home is near the beach. Poole Harbour and Santa-Fe Fun Park are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Bournemouth Beach and Lulworth Cove. Swanage Railway and Sandbanks Beach are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails nearby.

Swanage, ENG
What's nearby
- Swanage Beach - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
- Pier Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
- Durlston Country Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
- Swanage Pier - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
- Dorset and East Devon Coast - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- The Cellar Bar - 10 min walk
- The Cornish Bakery - 9 min walk
- G Whites - 9 min walk
- Burnt Toast - 7 min walk
- Greggs - 8 min walk
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Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
9.8/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
10/10
Location
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Reviews
22 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Richard D.
3 Nov 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Richard D.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Marie B.
1 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location & place to stay
Marie B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Chloe R.
10 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great holiday home for a family
Chloe R.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
8/10 Good
Jan K.
20 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jan K.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Verity D.
30 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Holidsy
Verity D.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
8/10 Good
Julia F., Aldershot
22 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Homely and spacious
Julia F.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
Andrew B.
8 Jun 2017
Fantastic property - perfect location
Andrew B.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2017
10/10 Excellent
brian s.
16 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family holiday
brian s.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Joanne S.
5 Aug 2018
What a view
Joanne S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
10/10 Excellent
Jennie W.
7 Sept 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location and property
Jennie W.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Kim J.
9 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing property
Kim J.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
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15 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ama555
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Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Peta W.
17 Sept 2016
Lovely homely cosy house with great views in fab location
Peta W.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2016
8/10 Good
David P.
4 Jun 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
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David P.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Toby E.
30 Oct 2021
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Nick S., Uk
31 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy access to Swanage
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Hannah C.
17 Apr 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing!
Hannah C.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
10/10 Excellent
Natalie L.
22 Aug 2021
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Natalie L.
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10/10 Excellent
Andrea J.
8 Aug 2021
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Nick G.
4 Aug 2021
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Robert S.
30 Sept 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely, homely house, spacious and very comfortable. Very well equipped. Lovely views.
Robert S.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2019
8/10 Good
Philippa E.
5 Sept 2019
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Convenient Swanage location
Philippa E.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2019
10/10 Excellent
Andy S.
22 Aug 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely home in Swanage
Andy S.
10/10 Excellent
John W.
15 Aug 2019
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About the host
Hosted by Francess and David
This is our much loved home by the sea, which we purchased in 2010, after many months of searching. Not an easy task finding a home with a garden, off road parking and a garage, so close to the beach.
***We have our own self-contained Annex - which enables us to carry out general/garden maintenance and the occasional catch up with friends outside of the house (from time to time) but please be assured we will not encroach on your stay in any way, should we happen to use it, as we have our own entrance/exit.
***We have our own self-contained Annex - which enables us to carry out general/garden maintenance and the occasional catch up with friends outside of the house (from time to time) but please be assured we will not encroach on your stay in any way, should we happen to use it, as we have our own entrance/exit.
Why they chose this property
Our home has great views over the bay and of the hills and is close walking distance to Swanage town centre and the beautiful sandy beach, you won't need to take the car.
It is also just off the High St so you don't get the late night noises of people 'strolling home'.
Local late opening shop is 2 mins. away, as is our local pub/restaurant 'The Black Swan' which serves very good food (although it is best to book as they are usually fully booked), also there is a very good Chinese take away just around the corner.
There is a wonderful stone church and Mill pond just down the hill.
It is also just off the High St so you don't get the late night noises of people 'strolling home'.
Local late opening shop is 2 mins. away, as is our local pub/restaurant 'The Black Swan' which serves very good food (although it is best to book as they are usually fully booked), also there is a very good Chinese take away just around the corner.
There is a wonderful stone church and Mill pond just down the hill.
What makes this property unique
Location! We are in the middle of Purbeck's Jurassic Coast, a listed area of Natural Outstanding Beauty. Everything on your doorstep from Townsend Nature Reserve (5 minutes up the hill) to Durleston Head where the magnificent lighthouse is situated, then you can either take the coastal path to Dancing Ledge and on to Worth Matravers where you will find the famous Square and Compass pub, this is a truly unspoiled traditional rustic pub overlooking the sea, it is very rustic with a serving hatch, barrels of beer behind hatch, a wide cider menu, pasties on a paper plate only food available. There are no fruit machines, pool table tv's juke boxes - and cash only!
Or you can turn right from the lighthouse towards Durlston Castle then back into town via The Downs.
Another stunning places to visit is the Scott Arms at Kingston with its stunning gardens overlooking Corfe Castle, they have a good food reputation and often have an outside Jerk Shack food bar.
Or you can turn right from the lighthouse towards Durlston Castle then back into town via The Downs.
Another stunning places to visit is the Scott Arms at Kingston with its stunning gardens overlooking Corfe Castle, they have a good food reputation and often have an outside Jerk Shack food bar.
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