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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
Superb
121 reviews

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
Superb
11 reviews

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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9.8
Exceptional
6 reviews

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
11 reviews
Price from
£269.10
per night

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.

Location could not be better. Short walk to seafront, shops, pubs and restaurants. Parking on site. Very roomy apartment for two people. Nice court yard sun trap outside of bedroom. Separate WC very handy in the morning. Would definitely stay again.

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9.6
Exceptional
26 reviews
Price from
£114
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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9.4
Superb
21 reviews
Price from
£211.50
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
Superb
47 reviews

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.

comfortable and modern . good kitchen .

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9.1
Superb
47 reviews
Price from
£213
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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9.7
Exceptional
7 reviews
Price from
£546.67
per night

Situated in Swanage, just 300 metres from Swanage Bay, Passiflora Cottage features beachfront accommodation with a garden and free WiFi. The property has garden views and is 24 km from Monkey World and 200 metres from Swanage Railway. The property is non-smoking and is located 9.1 km from Corfe Castle.

Lovely cottage in a great location - loads of space, clean and lovely decor. Highly recommended. Owners really helpful too.

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9
Superb
25 reviews
Price from
£326
per night

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  • St Marks Cottage
    Breakfast options
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 121 reviews

    Boasting garden views, St Marks Cottage provides accommodation with a garden and a balcony, around 1.8 km from Swanage Bay.

    Being so close to an excellent shop and a bus stop

  • The Cabin
    Breakfast options
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 11 reviews

    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...

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

  • Clements House Swanage
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 6 reviews

    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.

    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
     · 11 reviews

    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.

    So clean and the beds were so comfortable. Highly recommended

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

    Located in Swanage and only 400 metres from Swanage Bay, Brook Lodge provides accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    Well equipped, spacious and very comfortable with free parking.

  • Church View - 2 bed Cosy Cottage in Swanage
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 21 reviews

    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.

    Very clean, everything easy to use, good location.

  • The Hideaway
    Breakfast options
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 47 reviews

    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.

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

  • Sea Breeze Cottage Swanage Bay
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 47 reviews

    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.

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

These cottages in Swanage have options with FREE cancellation

  • Lavender Cabin on the Jurassic coast
    Free cancellation options available

    Lavender Cabin on the Jurassic coast, a property with a garden, is situated in Swanage, 7.8 km from Corfe Castle, 22 km from Monkey World, as well as 32 km from Poole Harbour.

  • Purbeck Lodge
    Free cancellation options available
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 7 reviews

    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.

    Lovely spacious home very well equipped for families

  • Passiflora Cottage
    Free cancellation options available
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 25 reviews

    Situated in Swanage, just 300 metres from Swanage Bay, Passiflora Cottage features beachfront accommodation with a garden and 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

    Located in Swanage and only 1.7 km from Swanage Bay, Top Spec Caravan - Stunning sea views across bay provides accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    Welcome pack and heating was on so warm on arrival

  • Seaview
    Free cancellation options available
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 11 reviews

    Located in Swanage and only 400 metres from Swanage Bay, Seaview provides accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    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, a property with a garden, is set in Swanage, 9.4 km from Corfe Castle, 24 km from Monkey World, as well as 600 metres from Swanage Railway.

    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
     · 96 reviews

    Boasting garden views, Shepherds House offers accommodation with a patio, around 400 metres 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
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 28 reviews

    Charming 3-Bed Cottage in Swanage, a property with a garden, is located in Swanage, 8.1 km from Corfe Castle, 23 km from Monkey World, as well as 33 km from Poole Harbour.

    Felt homely and owner was great with communication.

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

  • 2 Priests Mews
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 53 reviews

    Offering a garden and sea view, 2 Priests Mews is situated in Swanage, 1.1 km from Swanage Bay and 8.5 km from Corfe Castle. This property offers access to a patio and free private parking.

    Very clean, views fantastic, walking distance to town

  • Mayflower
    Free parking
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 8 reviews

    Mayflower is situated in Swanage, 8.7 km from Corfe Castle, 23 km from Monkey World, as well as 600 metres from Swanage Railway.

    Fabulous location and perfect space for a family break.

  • 225 Buttercup Swanage Bay View - Vacation Home
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 81 reviews

    Featuring accommodation with a pool with a view, garden view and a patio, 225 Buttercup Swanage Bay View - Vacation Home is located in Swanage.

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

  • Springhill House
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 45 reviews

    Situated in Swanage in the Dorset region, with Swanage Bay and Swanage Railway nearby, Springhill House features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

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

  • Magnificent Clarence cottage!
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 47 reviews

    Boasting city views, Magnificent Clarence cottage! provides accommodation with a garden and a terrace, around 500 metres 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 is located in Swanage, 20 km from Monkey World, 29 km from Poole Harbour, and 4.3 km from Swanage Railway. The property is non-smoking and is situated 5 km from Corfe Castle.

  • Butterfly Lodge
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 9 reviews

    Situated in Swanage and only 1.8 km from Swanage Bay, Butterfly Lodge features accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking.

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

  • The Old Haberdashery
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 10 reviews

    The Old Haberdashery is set in Swanage, 22 km from Monkey World, 32 km from Poole Harbour, and 3.6 km from Swanage Railway.

    Clean, newly renovated, well equipped and comfortable beds.

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Cottages that guests love in Swanage

  • 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
  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 121 reviews
    Warm, cosy and comfortable. Lovely cottage. Changing table was really helpful.
    Kate
    Family with young children
  • 7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 8 reviews
    What a charming characterful cottage with fully functioning kitchen, loved veranda from bedroom especially as we had our little dog with us giving easy access to garden. Great chip shop just stones throw away, we met lovely friendly people in the town centre and there is a good choice of cafes and pubs in near the sea front. Can recommend for food in particular the Ship Inn, The Ancore and Brookes Cafe. Thank you again to our lovely host who was helpful and at end of phone if needed 😊
    Stephanie
    Young couple
  • 8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 4 reviews
    It’s a cozy little cottage, perfect for a family! Lovely bedroom upstairs with on suite toilet/shower/bath. Downstairs a very nice airy living room plus kitchen and a toilet. Very comfortable and clean place. They left a packet of biscuits, teabags and milk which was very thoughtful and sweet. The host is friendly and quick to respond to any questions. And resolve them swiftly too. I’d highly recommend this place.
    K Mistry
    Solo traveller
  • 6.0
    Scored 6.0
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 1 review
    The cottage is comfortably furnished and very cosy. It has a good kitchen and a nice garden seating area at the back. Also, there is a good documentation available about things to do in the area.
    Simone
    Solo traveller
  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 99 reviews
    Really lovely holiday let in the best location- close to everything but blissfully quiet! Just a 5 minute walk to the town and sea in swanage. Gorgeous old stone cottage for the authentic purbeck experience. We had some rainy days but the cottage had everything we needed for chill out days. Lovely host who was incredibly helpful and responsive. We will definitely go back to this home from home.
    Elissa
    Family with young children
  • 7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 8 reviews
    Lovely well kept cottage on the outskirts of a charming seaside town
    M
    Michael
    Solo traveller
  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 121 reviews
    Lovely cottage all round. Had a wonderful and relaxing time.
    Debbie
    Family with young children
  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 5 reviews
    Lovely location, easy to walk to the downs locally, and to walk into Swanage. Cabin lovely and warm Hot Tub a treat.
    Nigel
    Solo traveller
  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 121 reviews
    A relaxing holiday with a lovely cottage that met the parties needs
    Fenella
    Family with young children

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