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Purbeck Stone Cottage Offering Contemporary Style Living With Original Features

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A two-story stone building with green shutters, a visible sign reading "The Old Bakery," and a small balcony with plants.
A narrow cobblestone alleyway between buildings with a green gate, stone walls, and a brick building with a white door.
A stone building with a sloped roof, two windows, a black grill, and a patio with a chair and table.
A living room with a L-shaped leather sofa, a staircase, a radiator, and a window.
A window with a view of a brick building, a metal sculpture, and a framed picture on the windowsill.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Gamer ready
    One of the few properties with a video game console for guests.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Dorset and East Devon Coast
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Swanage, Dorset
  • Place, Swanage Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Durlston Country Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Dorset and East Devon Coast
    ‪14 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Purbeck Stone Cottage Offering Contemporary Style Living With Original Features

The Old Bakery is ideally situated in a quiet cul-de-sac in the centre of Swanage, a few minutes' walk from the shops, bars and restaurants, as well as the famous steam train and Victorian pier. The South West Coastal walk runs through Swanage, and Durlston Castle and Country Park are a 30 minute walk from the cottage. The cottage boasts 1 parking space. Inside, the living space is open-plan with a black slate floor. The fitted kitchen includes a dishwasher and washing machine. There is also a tumble dryer. The lounge offers a corner leather settee and smart television. Above the lounge there is a contemporary style mezzanine, offering additional lounge space (including smart television). There are 3 bedrooms. Upstairs is the master bedroom, featuring a king-size bed, and family bathroom. Downstairs there is a small double bedroom (with Freeview television) and triple bunk room. WIFI is included. A sheltered paved patio offers outdoor seating and a planted pergola.

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
1 dog allowed (slate floor living areas only)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 8067507
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
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Swanage

Located in Swanage, this cottage is near the beach. While the natural beauty of Sandbanks Beach and Bournemouth Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Poole Harbour. Swanage Railway and The Blue Pool and Tea House are also worth visiting. Scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.
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Swanage, Dorset

What's nearby

  • Swanage Railway - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Swanage Beach - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Swanage Pier - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Durlston Country Park - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Dorset and East Devon Coast - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Swanage Station - 5 min walk
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rick Stein Sandbanks - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Smoke on the Water - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Ship Inn - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Grand Hotel - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Pier Head - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Purbeck Stone Cottage Offering Contemporary Style Living With Original Features pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Purbeck Stone Cottage Offering Contemporary Style Living With Original Features?

As of 21 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Purbeck Stone Cottage Offering Contemporary Style Living With Original Features on 26 Sept 2026 start from AU$1,849, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Purbeck Stone Cottage Offering Contemporary Style Living With Original Features?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Purbeck Stone Cottage Offering Contemporary Style Living With Original Features?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Purbeck Stone Cottage Offering Contemporary Style Living With Original Features?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Purbeck Stone Cottage Offering Contemporary Style Living With Original Features located?

Situated near the beach, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Swanage Museum and Heritage Centre, Pier Beach and Swanage Railway. Swanage Beach and Swanage Pier are also within 10 minutes. Swanage Station is only a 5-minute walk and Swanage Herston Halt Station is 26 minutes.

About the host

Hosted by Karen Spriggs

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We are in our fifties and have 2 sons. We live in Parkstone, near Poole, Dorset - a 30 minute drive (using the Swanage ferry) or an hour's cycle.
We bought The Old Bakery in 2009, having spotted it on the Internet and then seeing it on one of our weekend cycles in the Purbecks. Work started in January 2010 and was finished in October the same year. It certainly became a labour of love but we are really pleased with the results. We hope you are too.

Why they chose this property

We love the Purbecks and walk or cycle with family and friends in the area most weekends. For us, we can reach areas of calm and unspoilt beauty quickly and easily, and still be home in time for tea!
We were keen to buy a property in Swanage because, not only are the coast and countryside right on the doorstep, but also Swanage has all the conveniences we require and more. We love to take what is literally a one minute stroll to Love Cake on the High Street for a cappuccino or to walk on to Gee Whites open-air seafood restaurant for prawns and 'fizz'. We have found Swanage to be a really friendly town with loads going on throughout the year. The Folk Festival is really fun, Purbeck Arts Week (PAW) is well worth a visit and New Year's Eve showcases some inspirational fancy dress outfits!

What makes this property unique

The fact that we can spend a great few days at The Old Bakery without ever using the car is a huge advantage and makes for a truly relaxing break. We love walking and love the fact that we can walk directly from the cottage. We often walk to Corfe village/castle and catch the steam train back or vice versa. Alternatively, we like to walk to Durlston Country Park to enjoy the wonderful views and to try to spot orchids and even adders in the summer months. We love to head for the Square and Compass pub in Worth Matravers for one of their famous pasties, dropping down to Dancing Ledge and Chapman's Pool, time permitting.

Languages:

English, French

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