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Boasting garden views, St Marks Cottage provides accommodation with a garden and a balcony, around 1.8 km from Swanage Bay. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. Outdoor dining is also possible at the holiday home.

Peaceful, quiet and clean property within easy striking distance of the coast and country.

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9.2
Wonderful
123 reviews
Price from
$143
per night

Located in Swanage and only 1.7 km from Swanage Bay, The Cabin provides accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking. 23 km from Monkey World and 33 km from Poole Harbour, the property features a garden and barbecue facilities. The property is non-smoking and is situated 8.5 km from Corfe Castle.

The Cabin was comfortable and a more than adequate living space for a couple on holiday. The views were scenic over the Purbeck cliffs, and the garden area was also very nice and well kept. The location is very peaceful, we even met some of the local wildlife (a fox and an owl) one evening!

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9.4
Wonderful
11 reviews
Price from
$274
per night

Set in Swanage, 800 metres from Swanage Bay, Clements House Swanage offers recently renovated accommodation with free WiFi and a garden. With garden views, this accommodation features a patio. The property is non-smoking and is situated 8.7 km from Corfe Castle.

The attention to detail was unsurpassed. The quality of the equipment and furnishings was excellent and were of a very high quality. The location was great, just a shame about the parking situation, but hey ho we managed.

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9.9
Exceptional
7 reviews
Price from
$258
per night

Quarrier's Rest, a property with a garden, is located in Swanage, 8.9 km from Corfe Castle, 24 km from Monkey World, as well as 500 metres from Swanage Railway. The property is set 36 km from Athelhampton House, 2.8 km from Putlake Adventure Farm and 10 km from Dorset Adventure Park. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Swanage Bay is less than 1 km away.

So clean and the beds were so comfortable. Highly recommended

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9.7
Exceptional
12 reviews

Located in Swanage and only 400 metres from Swanage Bay, Brook Lodge provides accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking. This recently renovated holiday home is located 9 km from Corfe Castle and 24 km from Monkey World. The property is non-smoking and is set 200 metres from Swanage Railway.

Lovely place . Very clean and comfortable. Great location . Close to the town and supermarket. It was very well equipped.

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9.6
Exceptional
27 reviews
Price from
$145
per night

Featuring garden views, Church View - 2 bed Cosy Cottage in Swanage offers accommodation with a garden and a patio, around 1.9 km from Swanage Bay. The property features quiet street views and is 7.9 km from Corfe Castle and 23 km from Monkey World. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking.

Clean and comfortable. Quiet location.

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9.3
Wonderful
23 reviews
Price from
$275
per night

Offering a garden and quiet street view, The Hideaway is set in Swanage, 8.6 km from Corfe Castle and 23 km from Monkey World. Among the facilities at this property are private check-in and check-out and bicycle parking, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is non-smoking and is located less than 1 km from Swanage Bay.

With an outdoor fireplace and a picnic area, this holiday home offers ample opportunities to relax.

Great location with only a short walk to the town centre, beach & local convenience store. Lovely touches with milk, tea, biscuits & doggy treats for our pups first holiday away from home! Honestly cannot fault & will recommend to others.

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9.1
Wonderful
50 reviews
Price from
$204
per night

Bay View, a property with a garden, is situated in Swanage, 8.5 km from Corfe Castle, 23 km from Monkey World, as well as 33 km from Poole Harbour. The property is around 700 metres from Swanage Railway, 35 km from Athelhampton House and 2.5 km from Putlake Adventure Farm. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Swanage Bay is 1.1 km away.

The location was perfect for what we wanted and the whole house was extremely well equipped and felt very homely. We were in Swannage rowing so there was plenty of room for our whole crew and it was really convenient for everything thank you

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9
Wonderful
5 reviews
Price from
$387
per night

Sea Breeze Cottage Swanage Bay is located in Swanage, 8 km from Corfe Castle, 23 km from Monkey World, and 32 km from Poole Harbour. The property is set less than 1 km from Swanage Railway, 35 km from Athelhampton House and 2 km from Putlake Adventure Farm. The property is non-smoking and is situated 1.5 km from Swanage Bay.

The apartment is brand new and very clean. The beds were comfortable and we enjoyed the large bath and the rainshower. Friday night somehow the central heating went off. Contact with Louise was very good, she was very helpful and we managed to fix it, it was a switch in the kitchen which should have to be turned on. Big thanks to Louise for being so helpful! 100 meters from the apartment is a small supermarket.

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9.1
Wonderful
50 reviews
Price from
$229
per night

Situated in Swanage in the Dorset region, Purbeck Lodge features a patio. Located 300 metres from Swanage Bay, the property provides water sports facilities and free private parking. Outdoor dining is also possible at the holiday home.

Everything, the house was fantastic, held everything we needed, everybody who came were very impressed and loved it (could not have been better). The location was brilliant, very easy walking to the seafront and town center, also very easy with an electric scooter.Easily accommodated the full complement, and the owners were only a phonecall away. It was hired to accommodate friends and family to celebrate an 80th birthday and it fitted the age range very well

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9.5
Exceptional
8 reviews
Price from
$611
per night

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  • St Marks Cottage
    Breakfast options
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 123 reviews

    St Marks Cottage is located in Swanage, just 4.9 miles from Corfe Castle and 14 miles from Monkey World. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking, and free Wifi.

    Being so close to an excellent shop and a bus stop

  • The Cabin
    Breakfast options
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 11 reviews

    Just a 19-minute walk from Swanage Bay and 0.8 miles from Swanage Railway, The Cabin features accommodations in Swanage with a garden.

    It had everything we could want. Very new. Lovely people running it. Very clean. Great location

  • Clements House Swanage
    9.9
    Scored 9.9
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 7 reviews

    Featuring a garden, Clements House Swanage provides accommodations in Swanage. This vacation home features accommodations with a patio.

    Haus, Garten und Aussicht sind wunderschön. Strand, Supermärkte und Restaurants sind problemlos fußläufig erreichbar.

  • Quarrier's Rest
    Breakfast options
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 12 reviews

    Quarrier's Rest is located in Swanage, just 5.5 miles from Corfe Castle and 15 miles from Monkey World.

    So clean and the beds were so comfortable. Highly recommended

  • Brook Lodge
    Breakfast options
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 27 reviews

    Brook Lodge is a recently renovated vacation home in Swanage, near Swanage Bay. The vacation home, set in a building dating from 1930, provides free Wifi and free private parking.

    Well equipped, spacious and very comfortable with free parking.

  • Church View - 2 bed Cosy Cottage in Swanage
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 23 reviews

    Just 1.2 miles from Swanage Bay and a 17-minute walk from Swanage Railway, Church View - 2 bed Cosy Cottage in Swanage features accommodations in Swanage with a garden.

    Very clean, everything easy to use, good location.

  • The Hideaway
    Breakfast options
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 50 reviews

    Offering a garden and barbecue facilities, The Hideaway in Swanage is close to Swanage Bay and Swanage Railway.

    Handy for centre of Swanage. Nice to have lounge area.

  • Bay View
    Breakfast options
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 5 reviews

    Bay View offers accommodations in Swanage, 5.3 miles from Corfe Castle and 14 miles from Monkey World.

These cottages in Swanage have options with FREE cancellation

  • Sea Breeze Cottage Swanage Bay
    Free cancellation options available
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 50 reviews

    Sea Breeze Cottage Swanage Bay offers accommodations in Swanage, 5 miles from Corfe Castle and 14 miles from Monkey World.

    We love Swanage and this was an ideal place to stay.

  • Purbeck Lodge
    Free cancellation options available
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 8 reviews

    Just a 3-minute walk from Swanage Bay and 300 yards from Swanage Railway, Purbeck Lodge features accommodations in Swanage with barbecue facilities.

    Lovely spacious home very well equipped for families

  • Passiflora Cottage
    Free cancellation options available
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 25 reviews

    Just a 3-minute walk from Swanage Bay and 200 yards from Swanage Railway, Passiflora Cottage features accommodations in Swanage with a garden. This beachfront property offers access to free Wifi.

    cosy, and south facing patio neighbours very friendly

  • Top Spec Caravan - Stunning sea views across bay
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 38 reviews

    Just 1.1 miles from Swanage Bay and a 15-minute walk from Swanage Railway, Top Spec Caravan - Stunning sea views across bay features accommodations in Swanage with a terrace.

    Welcome pack and heating was on so warm on arrival

  • Seaview
    Free cancellation options available
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 12 reviews

    Just a 4-minute walk from Swanage Bay and 0.4 miles from Swanage Railway, Seaview features accommodations in Swanage with a garden.

    Clean, comfortable and close to the beach and town centre

  • Seaforth
    Free cancellation options available
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 6 reviews

    Seaforth is located in Swanage, just 23 miles from Athelhampton House and 2.1 miles from Putlake Adventure Farm.

    Great location just up from the seafront. Short walk to Peverill Head

  • Shepherds House
    Free cancellation options available
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 93 reviews

    Boasting garden views, Shepherds House offers accommodations with a patio, around 1312 feet from Swanage Bay.

    Amazing, if your going to Swanage this is the place to stay.

  • Charming 3-Bed Cottage in Swanage
    Free cancellation options available
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 28 reviews

    Charming 3-Bed Cottage in Swanage offers accommodations in Swanage, 5 miles from Corfe Castle and 14 miles from Monkey World.

    Felt homely and owner was great with communication.

Traveling by car? These cottages in Swanage offer free parking!

  • Mayflower
    Free parking
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 8 reviews

    Mayflower offers accommodations in Swanage, a 5-minute walk from Swanage Bay and 5.4 miles from Corfe Castle.

    Fabulous location and perfect space for a family break.

  • 225 Buttercup Swanage Bay View - Vacation Home
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 81 reviews

    225 Buttercup Swanage Bay View - Vacation Home offers accommodations in Swanage, a 19-minute walk from Swanage Bay and 5.2 miles from Corfe Castle.

    beautiful view, clean, well kitted out, clear instructions.

  • Springhill House
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 45 reviews

    Just a 4-minute walk from Swanage Bay and 300 yards from Swanage Railway, Springhill House features accommodations in Swanage with a terrace.

    Comfort, style and Clean. Also a great location for the town.

  • Magnificent Clarence cottage!
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 48 reviews

    Housed in a historic building, Magnificent Clarence cottage! provides accommodations with a garden and free Wifi in Swanage, a 5-minute walk from Swanage Bay.

    Fab location, property great size! Loved the bathrooms!

  • The Old Barn
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 6 reviews

    The Old Barn offers accommodations in Swanage, 3.1 miles from Corfe Castle and 12 miles from Monkey World.

  • Butterfly Lodge
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 9 reviews

    Just 1.1 miles from Swanage Bay and a 16-minute walk from Swanage Railway, Butterfly Lodge features accommodations in Swanage with a garden.

    Location was fantastic for the dogs as there is a beautiful green space a 2 min walk from the lodge.

  • 2 Priests Mews
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 56 reviews

    Just a 13-minute walk from Swanage Bay and 0.4 miles from Swanage Railway, 2 Priests Mews features accommodations in Swanage with a garden.

    Very clean, views fantastic, walking distance to town

  • The Old Haberdashery
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 11 reviews

    The Old Haberdashery is located in Swanage, just 14 miles from Monkey World and 20 miles from Poole Harbor.

    Clean, newly renovated, well equipped and comfortable beds.

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Cottages That Guests Love in Swanage

  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 100 reviews
    Very clean and cozy little cottage for 2 of us and our dog , fully equipped really everything you need , it’s like our home
    MAY PHENG
    Young couple
  • 8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 8 reviews
    A cosy log cabin, which was reasonably well equipped. Surrounded by lovely countryside. Convenient for Swanage
    Alan
    Young couple
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 23 reviews
    Great cosy cottage. Perfect for the small family with the dogs. Secure garden
    Agnieszka
    Family with young children
  • 9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 4 reviews
    The satisfaction of not bumping my head on low doorways. The cosy and cared-for feel of the whole cottage. The quirky and unusual fittings and fixtures. The quality of the furnishings Everything worked! This is clearly a well-loved home and for us very much a home from home
    A
    Anonymous
    Travelers with friends
  • 9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 27 reviews
    Brooke Lodge is an absolute gem of a find! Just wish we had found it earlier. Immaculate property, super clean, with so much character a real home from home, cosy welcoming feel. The property has everything you need for a perfect stay! We will definitely be returning. 10/10
    alison
    Young couple
  • 8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 2 reviews
    Excellent location and potential space in the house. Jacuzzi was fantastic and fireplaces made it cosy.
    Steve
    Solo traveler
  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 123 reviews
    Warm, cosy and comfortable. Lovely cottage. Changing table was really helpful.
    Kate
    Family with young children
  • 8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 3 reviews
    Lovely cottage is very comfortable. Warm and cosy. Everything we needed for a short break . It's definitely worth it. We look forward to staying again next year. Lovely court yard, private.
    Deb
    Young couple
  • 9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 50 reviews
    Lovely cottage. Very contemporary and cosy. Had everything you could need (minus maybe mirrors as per other reviews!) So we took our own
    Clare
    Family with young children
  • 9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 4 reviews
    Great place to stay, the log cabins have everything you could ask for plus some added extras. The hot tub being a great feature to the cabin, such a nice way to end a tiring day exploring the surroundings. Great views, great location, very clean… the perfect self catering cabin.
    Jamie
    Solo traveler

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