Beautiful seaside period cottage in the middle of Swanage, dogs welcome

Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Terrace/patio
Property grounds
Exterior
4.5
Excellent(79 Reviews)

Cottage in Swanage

6 guests · 3 bedrooms · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Includes essentialsGarden, Pets allowed, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more

About this cottage rental

- Traditional three bedroom cottage
- Dog friendly
- Close to beach, countryside and Swanage town centre
- Ideal stay for families, couples and dog owners
- Lovely gastro pubs, resturants and village shops within walking distance.

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Self catering 18th century 3 bedroom cottage close to town centre, beautiful walks and the beach.

Lilac Cottage was built over 200 years ago as a quarryman's cottage and is grade 2 listed. It retains its charm and many of its original features, whilst offering modern comforts.

The cottage is 7 or so minutes walk within the town and seafront and even closer to the countryside and walks to the Townsend Nature Reserve, Downs, Durlston Point and Priests Way. Great walks and fantastic views are never far away.

It sits at the top of a short steep unadopted cul-de-sac which is quiet and peaceful. Parking is usually available outside of the cottage although during busy times this cannot be certain. There are local roads behind the cottage which have easy parking and there is a short footpath that takes you to Lilac Cottage.

From the flag-stoned porch, the front door leads into a small hall with the sitting room directly off. This cosy room has a bay window and a working fireplace. There is a sofa, armchairs, TV, video/DVD, hi-fi with CD player. The room is stocked with books, and games. Fast WiFi is included with your booking.

The kitchen/dining room leads off from the hall. This is a large room, full of character and includes an old fireplace. There is a built-in electric oven and hob, a washing machine, dishwasher, fridge freezer and microwave. The cupboards are extremely well stocked with everything you are likely to need from a tea cosy to a cooler box and flask! The large pine dining table is situated by the original window seat overlooking the garden.

The modern bathroom is on the ground floor off of the hall. The white suite includes a bath with shower over (not for very tall people as the ceilings are quite low!), and heated ladder towel radiator.

Beyond the kitchen is a small second sitting room (the garden room), where you will find some comfortable wicker furniture.

The cottage stairs (with child gates both top and bottom) rise from the kitchen. There are three bedrooms, two doubles and a single with pull out second single bed. All beds have mattress protectors, duvets and plenty of pillows, all of which are a mix of feather and synthetic.

However, you will need to bring your own bed linen and towels.

There is a hairdryer.

For babies, there is a travel cot, highchair and fireguard. There is plenty of room in any of the bedrooms for the cot.

The large garden is secure and walled, mainly paved in Purbeck stone, with flower borders -and the Lilac tree! There are views of the downs over the rooftops. There is a sun terrace with dining table, and a barbecue.

Well-behaved dogs are welcome.

Lilac Cottage is welcoming at any time of the year and is particularly warm and cosy during the winter months. Both gas central heating and electricity are included in the rental.

Being non smokers ourselves, and for the comfort of other holiday makers, we request that you do not smoke inside the cottage.

We like to pride ourselves on the general upkeep and cleanliness of the cottage. We strive to provide good customer care.

The cottage is an ideal base from which to explore the Isle of Purbeck with its stunning (National Trust) Studland Bay and adjacent heathlands and islands. Many towns, villages and coastal resorts are within a 25 minute drive.

Amenities

Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Family friendly

Map of Swanage

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Reviews

4.5
Excellent(79 Reviews)
Summary of reviews
Loved the cottage's location, comfort, and amenities. Perfect for families and dogs. Great walking nearby. Excellent communication from the owner.
From real guest reviews summarized by AI
5.0
Aug 2024
Was a lovely property with plenty of room for the six of us and a dog. The garden is big and secluded at the end with a great PM sun trap. Location is idea for town, beach, harbour and at the right end to easily get out of Swanage to explore wider Dorset.
4.0
star 5 empty
Aug 2024
A good location, the owners are nice, the house was fine, the only issue is the parking at the front unfortunately however not the owners fault. Would stay again
5.0
Jul 2024
This lovely cottage is actually bigger than it looks in the photos ! There is a sunroom which we used all the time. Great location: quiet cul-de-sac, and close to town centre. One thing should be made clear on the description: you need to bring all of your own sheets, pillowcases and towels. The owner was very helpful.
5.0
Jun 2024
Good location, enjoyed our stay, found parking was ok to .cottage is on a quiet road which was good .
5.0
Apr 2024
Thoroughly enjoyed our visit to Swanage and the Isle of Purbeck. Very comfortable traditional cottage complete with all we wanted for our stay. Central position to the town. Highly recommend the Black Swan. Thanks John for the use of your cottage.
5.0
Apr 2024
We had a lovely comfortable stay. Everything we needed. Parking was good. Convenient position to walk into town.
5.0
Apr 2024
Cosy, well equipped cottage with fantastic walks nearby.
5.0
Sep 2023
Had everything we needed, we love swanage and know it well. Just wanted something last minute that allowed dogs. Great enclosed back garden and a close walk to everything. Communication was great and lots of info sent over beforehand.

FAQs

How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Swanage?

The average price for a rental in Swanage is $177 per night. This rental is $85 above the average.

Is parking included with this cottage?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Beautiful seaside period cottage in the middle of Swanage, dogs welcome. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this cottage?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Beautiful seaside period cottage in the middle of Swanage, dogs welcome pet friendly?

Yes! This cottage is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at Beautiful seaside period cottage in the middle of Swanage, dogs welcome?

We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.

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