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Cozy Cottage in the Heart of Swanage - Rumpus Cottage

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A wooden table with plates of food, glasses of orange juice, and small bowls of jam.
A compact kitchen with a washing machine, a sink, and a window overlooking a stone wall garden.
A living room with a fireplace, a television, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A dining table with a bottle of champagne, a bowl of grapes, and wine glasses.
A stone building with a dark brown door and two windows.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Swanage Beach
Sleeps 2•2 bedrooms•2 beds

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Garden
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Swanage, ENG
  • Place, Durlston Country Park
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Swanage Beach
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Dorset and East Devon Coast
    ‪2 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Cozy Cottage in the Heart of Swanage - Rumpus Cottage

A lovely seaside retreat Rumpus a 17th century cottage is perfect for couples or two friends looking to escape to the coast. Located just off the High Street on a quiet no through road. The attractive cottage is made of Purbeck stone with a traditional tiled roof. Enter the cottage into the charming open plan living space comprising of a sofa and comfy single chair, dining table and chairs. Original charming beamed ceilings are throughout the cottage with huge romantic appeal, small and perfectly formed. The cottage has Purbeck flagstone flooring on the ground floor. Original sash windows and a huge old Purbeck stone fireplace which has been limed to preserve its authenticity. This lovely cottage has been refurbished, the bathroom and kitchen have been updated (ground floor). The romantic master bedroom on the top floor has a comfortable king sized bed perfect for a well earned rest, the second bedroom with a single bed. The cottage has a small outside courtyard accessible from the kitchen stable door perfect for Alfresco dining.
There is on road parking directly outside the property for residents.
Wifi, bedlinen and towels are included.
There is a local shop and the lovely old Black Swann Inn a close distance to the cottage. The main town is a few minutes walk and the sandy beach is within ten minutes walking distance.
Our changeover day is Saturday and weekly bookings are only available in the main season. Please contact us for out of season short breaks.
We are happy to accept one small well behaved dog (toy size) please confirm before booking

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 9:00 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: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Rumpus Cottage is no smoking. All rubbish should
During Covid 19 additional cleaning will be perfor
Please keep the bathroom well ventilated to preser

Important information

You need to know

Property # 8170359
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

About the area

Swanage

Located in Swanage, this cottage is near the beach. Sandbanks Beach and Poole Harbour are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Bournemouth Beach and Lulworth Cove. Swanage Railway and The Blue Pool and Tea House are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking.
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Swanage, ENG

What's nearby

  • Swanage Railway - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Durlston Country Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Swanage Beach - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Swanage Pier - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Dorset and East Devon Coast - 2 min drive - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Swanage Station - 7 min walk
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rick Stein Sandbanks - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Smoke on the Water - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Ship Inn - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Grand Hotel - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pier Head - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy Cottage in the Heart of Swanage - Rumpus Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Cozy Cottage in the Heart of Swanage - Rumpus Cottage ?

As of 21 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cozy Cottage in the Heart of Swanage - Rumpus Cottage on 10 Oct 2026 start from AU$1,637, 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 Cozy Cottage in the Heart of Swanage - Rumpus Cottage ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cozy Cottage in the Heart of Swanage - Rumpus Cottage ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy Cottage in the Heart of Swanage - Rumpus Cottage ?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Cozy Cottage in the Heart of Swanage - Rumpus Cottage located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Swanage Railway and Durlston Country Park. Pier Beach and Swanage Beach are also within 15 minutes. Swanage Station is 7 minutes by foot and Swanage Herston Halt Station is 17 minutes.

About the host

Hosted by Caroline Young

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I have lived in Swanage and spent a lot of my childhood taking holidays in Swanage.

I enjoy spending time walking along the seafront and exploring new places in an around Swanage.


Why they chose this property

A Grade II listed 17th Century compact cottage with unique charm and original features especially the beams in the master bedroom.

The cottage dates back to the Georgian period and retains many original features. The staircase to the upper floor is steeper than modern homes and in keeping with the period.

It is situated in the oldest part of Swanage within walking distance to local amenities, minutes to the town centre and seafront.

What makes this property unique

This is a charming period cottage retaining the original character in a quiet cul de sac in a great location.

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