Little Gem
4.4
Excellent(140 Reviews)Apartment in Swanage
Reasons to book
Includes essentialsKitchen or Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi, Beachfront or waterfront and more
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About this apartment rental
Offering sea views, Little Gem is an accommodation located in Swanage, 300 metres from Swanage Bay and 9.4 km from Corfe Castle. The property is around 24 km from Monkey World, 600 metres from Swanage Railway and 36 km from Athelhampton House.
Amenities
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Dishwasher
TV
Beachfront or waterfront
Family friendly
Map of Swanage
Available Rooms
One-Bedroom Apartment
1 King • 2 Sofa • 645 ft²
Sleeps 4
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Reviews
4.4
Excellent(140 Reviews)100% verified reviews
4.4
A lovely flat, with great facilities and views. Situated in the heart of Swanage right by the water. If free parking isn’t a must and potential noise not an issue it’s hard to beat.
To say that free parking is possible is incorrect. There is parking outside for about 8 cars but in the three days we were there none of the cars moved and three spaces were taken by a van parked horizontally across the spaces which never moved. It would be a miracle to get a space as there are 20 flats. All the surrounding streets are double yellow lines so also not an option as claimed. The country park around the corner has plenty of parking but cost £25 for three days. This was fine. Think the parking situation needs to be more honestly reflected. Bar directly underneath played loud music until 2.30am on one night which kept my partner awake.
4.4
Great location with everything we needed for a short break .
We Could not work out where we was supposed to dispose of the bin bag, which we was asked to do in the instructions left in the room . I went to the part of the building where it stated ,but I couldn’t find where to dispose of it , so ended up taking it with us .
4.4
The location.
Very comfortable and clean
The noise from the bar downstairs.
Beautiful view but the windows need a clean 😂
4.4
Great hostess
Sea views
Well equipped apartment
Lovely, thoughtful touches
Location great
The fact that’s it’s above a pub which can be very noisy
4.4
Excellent location with views of the sea
Location, Swanage is a lovely little resort
4.4
The location is a bit noisy at night
4.4
Good convienent location. Had everything you needed for a comfortable stay
There wasn't anything I didn't like
4.4
open, clean and spacious accommodation, fantastic location. beautiful views.
Some exterior noise from nightlife but it didn’t spoil the stay.
4.4
Wonderful apartment with an amazing view. Had a very happy break in Swanage
We couldn't figure out how to get the heating on the last night. It had been lovely and warm the rest of the time
4.4
Good sized comfortable flat in an amazing location
4.4
home from home,
I can honestly say I could not fault Little Gem
4.4
everything great. very organized
4.4
Very cosy and could hear the waves at night
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4.4
Our stay at Little Gem was perfect. Everything you could need was in the property.
We stayed for our anniversary and Denise could not have made us feel more special.
A card and a lovely bottle of Rose wine, what a thoughtful touch.
Brilliantly located for exploring Swanage's many Pubs and shops.
Lovely view of the harbour from the rooms.
We would certainly recommend this property to our friends and family.
Nothing
4.4
amazing location! right on the seafront and near all amenities.
It is charming in its decor and it very well provided in terms of plates / linen / appliances / TV / books / games etc.
Completely charming.
Bar downstairs is a little noisy.
4.4
lovely apartment very clean and well equipped
next to a very noisy bar with music playing until early hours both nights
4.4
Great location, lovely facilities with everything we needed. Was a perfect weekend away!
4.4
A very comfortable bed and good apartment lay out. All needs were catered for and well stocked with crockery, cutlery and condiments. The position of the flat was excellent and close to all amenities. The sea view was lovely and views of the bay and cliffs was great.
Bathroom layout not that good, tiny sink and shower very difficult to get off scalding hot. The fridge freezer was also extremely noisy and could do with replacing. The stairs in were also very steep and long.
4.4
The location and views are idyllic.
The apartment is very comfortable to use as a base.
The parking situation is very poor, with most of the allocated residents parking taken up by the locals !
The term free toiletries, should be replaced by hand soap/cream only, as there were no shower/bath toiletries.
The door lock does not lock securely as the latch mechanism is broken.
The double socket in the lounge is broken.
The tv is a wonder in that there appears to be no terrestrial channels available ? Only catch up tv and films that have to be paid for ?
It would have been a nice touch if there had been a few simple satchels of tea/coffee/milk to start with ?
It is expensive for what it is, saving grace is the location……………….
4.4
Location directly across the road from the sea was perfect. Kitchen was very well equipped, bed very comfortable.
TV was insanely complicated to use other than for watching Netflix or iPlayer. If it did support live television channels we never found out how! Not really a problem because we set out to use it as little as possible, and read books instead.
The main issue was the residents' parking spaces. Being available on a first come, first serve basis between the other residents would be fine, but since there is no requirement to display a resident's parking permit, it means they are just used as free parking spaces by the general public. Given the prime location, this means that they are all permanently occupied.
4.4
great location, well presented, nice apartment, great views.
a lot of noise from pubs and clubs, windows could do with being replaced to make them more sound proof. apartment very warm when windows are closed. I think a mention of this ahead of arrival would have been nice. it was also VERY expensive, but comparable to the area.
4.4
Very clean, great central location with really cheap parking nearby.
I don’t think it would be ideal in the summer as it’s directly above a bar which even in February kept us awake. Not a huge issue but could be for some.
4.4
Beautifully decorated, comfortable and very clean. Almost felt like home.
Only the sofa bed, but really wasn’t too much of an issue!
FAQs
How much does this apartment cost compared to others in Swanage?
The average price for a rental in Swanage is £98 per night. This rental is £2 above the average.
Is parking included with this apartment?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Little Gem. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this apartment?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this apartment. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Little Gem pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this apartment is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Little Gem?
We found 7 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, dishwasher, and tv.
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