About this property
Enjoying a wonderful position at the eastern end of the Jurassic Coast, amidst the hustle and bustle of Swanage is the quaint, terraced property, Poppy Cottage. This charming retreat is perfect for a small family or group of friends seeking a base in which to call home as they explore the dramatic beauty of the Jurassic Coast and the plethora of things to do within the area. Enter the cottage and be welcomed into the real home from home sitting room, where the character exudes from the exposed stone-built fireplace, housing a charming woodboring stove. Look forward to snuggling down on a winter’s evening as you tune into the TV and catch up on your favourite shows or become captivated in that good book that you have been meaning to read for so long. Move through the property and head into the kitchen, where you can rustle up some tasty dishes to be enjoyed at the dining table whilst you plan your holiday days ahead. On the ground floor you find a shower room to freshen up in with walk-in shower, basin and WC. When sleep calls, make your way upstairs where you will find a choice of two bedrooms; a double and a twin, which will be a well-deserved rest after a busy day exploring the local area. Step outside onto the patio area, complete with table and chairs, where you can sit and relax in the warmer months and your canine companion can let off some energy. Head into the centre of Swanage, where you will be delighted to find independent butchers, bakers, fishmongers, farm shops and supermarkets, accompanied by a range of pubs for that well-deserved pint or fine dining restaurants to sample freshly caught seafood. If you are visiting during Regatta and Carnival Week, look forward to the lively atmosphere of a Caribbean-style event with dancing, music, and spectacular fireworks. Attractions from the cottage includes the Swanage Railway, where you can hop on board a stream train, taking you through the beautiful Purbeck countryside and past Corfe Castle and back to the sandy beach of Swanage. Stroll the characterful pier of Swanage before you soak up the sunshine at the beach or uncover the town’s past at the museum to gain an insight of the dinosaurs that once walked the Jurassic Coast. Head out of town to discover more of the Jurassic Coast, recognised by the UNESCO for its outstanding geology, offering spectacular cliff top walks to discover the geology of 185 million years and breath-taking coastal views. With both coast and countryside of Dorset awaiting to be discovered, Poppy Cottage is the perfect place to bring your loved ones to at any time of the year.
The seaside resort of Swanage is situated at the eastern end of Dorset’s famous Jurassic Coast. The little town offers visitors plenty of shops, pubs and restaurants, some of which specialise in local seafood, as well as an attractive Victorian pier which is great for a stroll or fishing. Hop on board the Swanage Railway as regular nostalgic steam engine trips journey through the countryside to stop just beyond the romantic ruin of Corfe Castle.
Accommodation
Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x twin.
Ground-floor shower room with walk in shower, basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Dining room.
Sitting room with woodburning stove
Central heating.
Electric oven and hob, dishwasher, fridge, microwave, TV and WiFi.
Starter logs are provided and then guests will need to source their own.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Roadside parking on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Enclosed rear patio with furniture.
One well behaved dog welcome, charge of £21 per pet per week.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 0.2 miles, pub 0.1 miles, beach 0.5 miles
Nearby points of interest
- Swanage Railway
- Poole Harbour
- Red House Museum and Gardens
- Monkey World
- Studland Bay
- Studland Beach And Nature Reserve
- Bournemouth Beach
- Lulworth Cove
- Corfe Castle
- Bournemouth University
Reviews (17)
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Shirley
Good location, a quick walk to town and the beach. A good option if on a lower budget. We enjoyed our time there.
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Tracy
I stayed in the double bed which was extremely comfortable, however my mother stayed in the twin bedroom & had to remove the duvet from one bed so she could lie on it as the mattress was so uncomfortable, the springs were jutting out so much, they are obviously old and need replacing. I am almost certain that the description did not state a downstairs bathroom (though looks to have been updated since) & there was absolutely no indication of the fridge being in a cupboard under the stairs, I definitely would not have booked. The configuration is all wrong & the term "swing a cat" comes to mind. I actually think we ought to be reimberesd the service charge as I actually removed cobwebs from the windows, wiped down the limited work surface & washed cutlery/crockery before use. It is fortunate that neither of us needed the cooker as there was a 'fat' filled baking tray inside the oven. Also, as the front door doesn't appear to be used often, dirt/dust is building up, & the furniture needs moving regularly to dust underneath. I will not be recommending dream cottages if this is the standard that you find acceptable.
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Christine
It was everything we expected including the steep stairs and tiny kitchen! The location was perfect for two of us plus dog. Garden front and back was a bonus and the bed was very comfy. Will definitely be back.