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

9.2 (95 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly   3 Bedrooms  1 Bathroom  6 Guests
Swanage Cottage | Beautiful seaside period cottage in the middle of Swanage, dogs welcome

3 Bedroom Cottage in Swanage

- 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.

Beautiful seaside period cottage in the middle of Swanage, dogs welcome is located in Swanage. Beautiful seaside period cottage in the middle of Swanage, dogs welcome provides accommodation, featuring Internet, Ocean View, Balcony/Terrace, among other amenities. This Cottage features Internet, Ocean View, Balcony/Terrace, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Beautiful seaside period cottage in the middle of Swanage, dogs welcome has 3 Bedrooms , 1 Bathroom, and max occupancy of 6 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Cottage because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Cottage, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Cottage has a friendly neighborhood, and the Swanage has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Cottage in Swanage, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Parking
Pet Friendly
TV
View
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Oceanfront
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Heating
Bathrooms
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Hair dryer
  • 1 bathroom
Bedroom
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
Kitchen
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Stovetop
Laundry
  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat
  • Laundry facilities
Parking
  • Onsite parking
Pet Friendly
  • Pet friendly
Accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
Activities
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Golfing on site
  • Swimming nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Tennis on site
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
Entertainment
  • Books
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Games
  • DVD player
General
  • English
  • Near the sea
  • Near the bay
Guest Services
  • Children's books
  • Highchair
  • Children's games
  • Children's dinnerware
  • Stair gate
  • Children's toys
  • Travel crib
  • Iron/ironing board
Internet
  • Free WiFi
Outdoors
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
Security/Safety
  • Deadbolt lock
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 pm
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 am
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
Pets allowed service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property is managed through our partner, vrbo. you will receive an email from vrbo with a link to a vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Reviews

Julia M.
Sep 12, 2025 12:50:37 AM
Review Score:   8
Summary: Great location and communication with owner. The cottage was good for 3 adults and the garden was a real bonus. Sadly the cottage did not appear to have been cleaned thoroughly since the last guests which was such a shame. There was a plug socket box which had come loose off the wall in the bunk room
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