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Delightful 2 Bedroom Holiday Cottage In Studland Dorset 6 Mins. Walk From Beach

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A residential area with a gravel driveway, a brick wall, and a view of green fields and hills in the distance.
A traditional red-brick building with a white door, a sign reading "The Barnsby Cottage," and a small garden with trimmed bushes and a wooden fence.
A view from a window overlooking a parking area with a black SUV, a brick building with a tiled roof, and a green landscape with trees and fields.
A patio with a table and chairs, a blue umbrella, and a view of the countryside.
A view through a window of a rural landscape with trees and fields.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Barbecue grill
    A rare find - perfect for a relaxed, outdoor grilling experience.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Dorset and East Devon Coast
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Studland, Dorset
  • Place, Studland Beach and Nature Reserve
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Knoll Beach
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Dorset and East Devon Coast
    ‪14 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Delightful 2 Bedroom Holiday Cottage In Studland Dorset 6 Mins. Walk From Beach

Friday to Friday bookings only. Sleeps 4. This delightful 2 bedroom holiday cottage is perfectly situated in Studland and the ideal location for a relaxing holiday by the sea with the bonus of the the beautiful Purbeck countryside and spectacular walks of the Dorset's World Heritage Coast being on your doorstep. The charming seaside town of Swanage is just a few minutes away by car whilst the large towns of Poole and Bournemouth are just a short ferry ride and convenient drive away.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 453 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
I dog £30 (2 by especial arrangement)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Dog owners must show evidence of up to date flea and wormer treatment that covers dog for the period of their stay.
NO DOGS ALLOWED ON FURNITURE OR UPSTAIRS
RELEVANT RUBBISH BINS MUST BE PLACED ON PAVEMENT FOR EARLY COLLECTION ON TUES. MORN/

Important information

You need to know

Property # 8127942
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
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 and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Swanage

Located in Swanage, this cottage is near the beach. Great Globe and Corfe Castle are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Bournemouth Beach and Dorset and East Devon Coast. Travelling with kids? Consider Swanage Railway and Sandbanks Beach.
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Studland, Dorset

What's nearby

  • Studland Beach and Nature Reserve - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Knoll Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Studland South Beach - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Dorset and East Devon Coast - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Swanage Beach - 5 min drive - 5.4 km

Getting around

  • Swanage Herston Halt Station - 11 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bankes Arms - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Purbeck House Hotel and Louisa Lodge - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Crows Nest Inn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ocean Bay Beach Bar & Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Sandy Salt Pig - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Delightful 2 Bedroom Holiday Cottage In Studland Dorset 6 Mins. Walk From Beach pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 453 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Delightful 2 Bedroom Holiday Cottage In Studland Dorset 6 Mins. Walk From Beach?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Delightful 2 Bedroom Holiday Cottage In Studland Dorset 6 Mins. Walk From Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Delightful 2 Bedroom Holiday Cottage In Studland Dorset 6 Mins. Walk From Beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Delightful 2 Bedroom Holiday Cottage In Studland Dorset 6 Mins. Walk From Beach located?

This family-friendly Swanage cottage is located near the beach, within a 10-minute walk of Studland Beach and Nature Reserve, Knoll Beach and Studland South Beach. Dorset and East Devon Coast and Old Harry Rocks are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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. 22 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 25 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews

10/10

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
We had a great holiday, very comfortable cottage for a family of four, clean rooms, close to the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage, clean & comfortable. We all loved the large enclosed secluded garden. Great location, walking distance to South beach & Knoll beach & Harry's bar a couple of minutes walk from the cottage. Would love to stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was very helpful trying to resolve the hot water issue
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely house with an amazing garden and view in the lovely village of Studland. Weather was hot all week so we took advantage of the garden and the short walk down to the beaches. Bus stop is handy outside if you want to go to Swanage or get the ferry over to Sandbanks/Poole/Bournemouth. There are a few great places to eat within walking distance, The Bankes Arms with a huge beer garden with a view. Harry Rocks Bar which has great pizzas, pool and darts. The Salt Pig, which has great breakfast butties with a view. We thoroughly enjoyed our time here, perfect for our dog and we look forward to staying again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful getaway

Beautiful cottage with character, very tastefully decorated. Stunning views from the kitchen. A perfect location for a beach getaway, literally just a stones throw from the house. Great walks from the house. We absolutely loved our stay and will definitely be back. Highly recommended.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We just enjoyed a wonderful week at Harmony Cottage. We visit Studland most years and have stayed in several holiday cottages in the area, but this is comfortably our favourite. It's a lovely, cozy cottage at the heart of Studland, within easy walking distance of the beach, local shop and eating/drinking establishments. Sheila is a wonderful host and very pleasant to deal with. Our only regret was that we'd only booked a week—next time we plan to stay longer...
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The communication was excellent and check-in was very easy- collecting the keys from the local post office which is within walking distance of the cottage.The cottage is situated on the main road to the chain ferry but traffic isn’t an issue as it stops about 6pm and you don’t hear any noise whilst in the back garden anyway.The house itself has all that you need for a very comfortable stay with easy parking at the back. The garden is VERY big and also secure which was essential for our dog. The views from the cottage and garden are beautiful, looking over the rolling hills of Studland.There are various walks straight from the house including an easy walk to the local pub which has a massive garden (a field) and outside under cover eating area All in all, we made a very good choice for a relaxing walking holiday, very close to lovely beeches and countryside, along with other places further afield. The big bonus was the bus stop directly outside the cottage, allowing trips to Swanage, so you didn’t have to worry about parking and allowed you to have a drink or two! The busses were very frequent and cheap.We would highly recommend as stay if visiting this beautiful part of Dorset.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a beautiful property with quality furnishings and bed linen.The garden is stunning and a welcome addition to the cottage. Parking on site was a bonus.Everything was clean and well presented.The location was perfect where a few minutes walk led you to a host of local amenities and the gorgeous beach. It's not often that you stay somewhere and everything is perfect but at this cottage it really is!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful, as always.

Another fantastic week spent at this property; short walks to the beautiful bay, great pizza from Old Harry’s Bar and a great little local shop. The cottage itself is cosy, warm and homely, pretty much everything we needed was there and we had a lovely week together. My 3 year old keeps asking to go back to the cottage!! Mrs Guard is a lovely lady to liaise with. We will be back as soon as we can.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely cottage

Great cottage in a beautiful part of Dorset. Lovely beaches and pubs within walking distance. Cottage has all you need for a lovely holiday and the huge garden was a bonus.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The owner of this property is wonderful!

Due to COVID 19 we were sadly unable to go on this trip. Shelia (the owner) went so far above and beyond helping us cancel, giving us a refund and offering us alternative dates. She is so helpful and a real pleasure to deal with. A lovely lady! Sadly we didn’t get to go this time (but we certainly are going to go soon!) but I know the location of this property very well from past trips to the area. The cottage is a very short walk from one of the most beautiful beaches I have ever been to- sandy and sheltered with amazing wildlife. There are hundreds of stunning walks you can do from here. There are also some great places to eat/drink within walking distance but our very favourite is a 5 min drive away by the ferry. A real gem of a spot and a real star of an owner!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Studland

Delightful property with easy access to Dorset’s stunning coastline . Would definitely return!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

cosy, well located getaway

Cosy cottage,perfect for a couple or a maximum of four people in two double bedrooms. Spotlessly clean and well appointed, the cottage is located a few minutes easy stroll to beautiful Studland beaches and other nature trails. Initially slightly phased by the proximity of the main road, we quickly moved past that and the convenience of local buses, with the bus stop right outside, is a big plus. The local stores and post office are a stones throw. Also the cottage benefits from a private parking space to the rear of the property which gives easy and convenient access. My husband and I would have no hesitation in returning and fully recommend this lovely cottage.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful place

A little haven in Studland! Lovely cottage, warm, well equipped and central to beaches, beautiful walks and countryside. Most highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Fantastic

Beautifully furnished house, great car parking, excellent location. Felt like home from home. Wouldn't hesitate to recommend. Cant wait to return.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

lovely cottage in perfect location

Really lovely cottage, not done justice by photos on the website! Plenty of room and very cosy for the time of year - appreciated the supply of fuel for the open fire, thankyou. Later in the week we were sitting out in sunshine at the top of the garden, looking out over the Purbeck ridge - idyllic! The best thing was being able to walk to beaches,pub, restaurant and Old Harry Rocks, leaving the car behind. The murmurations at Shell Bay were amazing. We were a little surprised at how busy the road was, carrying all traffic to and from the chain ferry, but soon got used to it. And next time we must definitely make time to try the open top Breezer bus from the bus stop directly outside Harmony.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Perfect week of relaxation

Studland & Purbeck has had a place in our hearts for many years. Our daughter recommended this cottage after staying here a couple of years ago and we knew that the location was perfect as there are so many walks to choose from. We were not disappointed! Harmony Cottage is charming and comfortable with a relaxing décor & ambience. We needed relaxation and we certainly found it here. It is our 1st visit and hopefully will not be our last.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Harmony Cottage

We really enjoyed our holiday in this lovely cottage, we found it so comfortable - home from home and very relaxing. It is in such a lovely spot with lots of lovely walks around the area,wished we had booked for longer. Certainly hope to come back.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Cosy Cottage in centre of beautiful village

A real home from home holiday cottage with a special feel and wonderful views over the countryside from the garden. Loved the Rayburn and the bath! The weather was very kind to us, the wild flowers (especially bluebells) were out in profusion and the birds seranaded us from morning till night. Beautiful village church, well stocked village shop with amazingly friendly staff, beaches, cliff walks, heathland, Shell Bay Seafood Restaurant, pub round the corner with it's own brewery - absolutely no need to go anywhere else! Will definitely be back.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Fantastic cottage, location, views and internally

The cottage has a great location with beaches within walking distance. There is a bus stop right outside which if you don't have a car is ideal. The interior of the cottage is to a very high spec and especially the roll top bath in the upstairs bathroom is a luxury. The views are stunning from the garden. Swanage is just a short 5 minute drive away. I have to say this is the first time we have used a owners direct cottage and my overall view was this this was an excellent find and we shall use this cottage again. The owners we met by chance and were lovely and very friendly. Can't wait to book for next year.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Great location, great views, very nice decor

We stayed for half term week with our two children. The cottage is in a perfect location, a few minutes walk from South Beach and from there you can also walk to Middle beach and Knoll beach. You can also walk to the local pub, the Bankes Arms, which may just have one of the best gardens and best views in the country. We made full use of the large garden with the BBQ and the outhouse. I would definitely recommend this place. I think it would make a great retreat in the colder months for a couple as it has a lovely open fire.
Archival

8/10 Good

Harmony Cottage

Had a lovely week in Harmony Cottage, nicely furnished and very comfortable, it was mid October and the weather was really nice for time of year, but still able to sit round open coal fire in the evenings.To be able to walk from the garden was a plus, nice garden to sit in when weather is nice
Archival

8/10 Good

Harmony

Wonderful and comfortable accommodation. Set in a great location with local shop, pub, riding stables and within minutes of a lovely beach. Close to Swanage, Poole, Bournemouth etc. which are accessible by bus if you want to have a break from driving. We always look forward to staying at Harmony Cottage what ever the time of year, a great place to unwind and relax. (so nice to have an open fire too!)
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Holiday cottage

Perfect location. Accommodation excellent and very clean. Great pre-arrival information via e-mail from the owner Would recommend to a friend
Archival

8/10 Good

Fabulous time

We had a lovely time at Harmony Cottage even though the weather wasn't on our side, the cottage interior is delightful and it was no hardship to stay curled up by the fire... and I thoroughly enjoyed cooking Sunday lunch on the rayburn. The cottage is well equipped. We had some super walks, the beaches are super...a very enjoyable few days. The only thing I would suggest is a stair gate to stop the dogs going up the stairs.

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