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Mrs Lawrence, Sandbach, Cheshire, May 2013
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Mr Thorley, Newcastle, Staffordshire, May 2013
Book one of our Swanage holiday cottages and picture striped deckchairs, floppy hats and ice-creams - traditional trappings of the Great British seaside experience. This is a place to bring the kids, the buckets and spades and have lots of fun. Plus there's idyllic coast and countryside right on your doorstep.
Swanage is a small resort on the peninsula of Purbeck, famous for its award-winning sands and excellent off-shore diving. You'll find a pier, lots of other water sports, boat trips, amusement arcades and ample places to eat and drink. Also some unique features, with a number of old London landmarks dotted about including columns from Billingsgate Fish Market - pick up a town trail leaflet from the Museum & Heritage Centre in The Square.
A mile from town is Durlston Country Park, a big National Nature Reserve offering wonderful walks, birdlife and dolphins. Stride out along the Purbeck Way or across Ballard Down to Ballard Point, a series of chalk hills protected by the National Trust promising amazing sea views. Also off the coast are Old Harry's Rocks, an extraordinary set of chalk pillars jutting out of the sea - they form part of Dorset's Jurassic Coast and you can discover more by means of the South West Coast Path. For something less energetic, relax aboard the steam-hauled carriages of Swanage Railway, operating most weekends and daily in season.
What else? Trace 1,000 years of history at Corfe Castle or fast-forward to the modern day in the cosmopolitan town of Poole, both just a short drive from your Swanage holiday rental.
Please find below self catering holiday cottages and accommodation near Swanage, Dorset.
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Bridge Farmhouse | Verwood | Dorset
Attractive Dorset holiday cottage in rural location one mile from Verwood. River Crane runs past garden, ideal for relaxing. Ringwood 5 miles.
Troy House | Puddletown near Dorchester | Dorset
Picturesque Grade II listed, 18th century thatched cottage in Puddletown. Full of character. Beams. Furnished and equipped to a high standard. Dorchester 4 miles.
Stonewind Farm | Totland near Freshwater, Isle of Wight | Isle of Wight
Single-storey, pet-friendly cottage in Totland. Heart of farming community, ideal touring base. Shops, restaurants and pubs 15 mins walk.
Hill View House | Freshwater, Isle of Wight | Isle of Wight
Superb detached house in Freshwater Bay area of Isle of Wight. Quality accommodation, large conservatory. Beaches nearby. Yarmouth 3 miles.
21 Millways | Freshwater, Isle of Wight | Isle of Wight
A superbly-presented modern family cottage within walking distance of beautiful Colwell Bay, and only 1.5 miles from Yarmouth Harbour. Spacious family accommodation, perfect for exploring the Isle of Wight.
The Maltings | Freshwater, Isle of Wight | Isle of Wight
Attractive and comfortable cottage within walking distance of beautiful Freshwater Bay. Spacious family accommodation. Perfect for exploring this part of the Isle of Wight. Yarmouth 3 miles.
1 Ocean View | Freshwater, Isle of Wight | Isle of Wight
A thoughtfully presented Victorian flat, within a stone's throw of the picturesque Freshwater Bay, on the Isle of Wight. Spacious family accommodation, perfect for exploring the stunning West Wight.
Keyhaven | Pennington near Lymington | Hampshire
Charming, detached bungalow on edge of Lymington. En-suite facilities. Conservatory and hot tub. Quality accommodation. Lymington Harbour 1.5 miles. New Forest 2 miles.
Little Sedge | Freshwater, Isle of Wight | Isle of Wight
Immaculately presented coastal cottage, on the edge of Afton Marsh Nature Reserve. Within walking distance of Freshwater Bay. Perfect romantic retreat. Yarmouth 3 miles.
Hill Farm Cottage | Freshwater, Isle of Wight | Isle of Wight
A 400-year old thatched farmhouse with adjacent riding stables. Far-reaching views, easy walk to the beach. Spacious family accommodation, perfect for exploring the island.