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3 The Downs

Swanage, Dorset
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Sleeps 5
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Change Fri
No Dogs
4 star
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Internet access
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
Beach within easy reach
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At a glance

  • Discover Dorset’s magnificent Jurassic Coast from this contemporary townhouse
  • A fantastic family property featuring a quirky triple bedroom
  • Soak up the sea views from the elevated first-floor lounge area

Overview
Property code: OC-WY388

Tucked away in a small private development, this delightful townhouse has been beautifully furnished to create an inviting family home. Set over 3 floors, the ground floor has a family bathroom, utility room and bedroom with a triple bunk. The first floor offers a stylish open plan kitchen/living room, benefiting from a Juliet balcony with sea views, whilst the top floor comprises of a large double bedroom with sea views and en-suite bathroom with separate shower.

3 The Downs is located close to Durlston Country Park, with easy access to the nature reserve and South West Coast Path.  Ideal for those wanting to explore the stunning Jurassic Coast and English countryside.

A 5 minute walk down the road will lead you straight into the town centre, with its interesting collection of independent shops, cafes and restaurants and of course the sandy beach and historic pier. 

Bedrooms: 1) ground floor bunk bedroom with double lower bunk and single on top, large wall mounted TV   2) second floor double bedroom with sea views, en-suite with bath and separate shower cubicle

Bathroom: ground floor full suite 

Open plan kitchen/dining/living room

Kitchen: gas hob and electric oven, microwave, fridge, dishwasher and breakfast bar

Living/dining area: comfortable seating with sea views, Freeview TV and DVD player, modern gas fire, dining table 

Utility room: washing machine, sink and table top freezer

WiFi: included

Parking: allocated off road parking for 2 cars

Linen & towels provided; please bring your own beach towels

Cot and highchair provided; please bring your own cot linen

Fuel: gas central heating 

Pets: sorry, no pets allowed

  • 2 bedrooms – 1 double, 1 bunk bed with double lower bunk and single on top
  • 2 bathrooms – 1 bathroom with shower over the bath and WC, 1 en-suite with bath, shower and WC
  • Gas hob, electric oven, microwave, fridge, dishwasher
  • Utility room with washing machine and countertop freezer
  • Travel cot and highchair available, please bring your own cot linen
  • Coal effect gas fire
  • TV and DVD player in the lounge, TV in the ground-floor bedroom
  • Please bring your own beach towels
  • Private parking for 2 cars
  • Beach, pub and shop less than 0.5 miles
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • Sorry, no dogs allowed

Samantha Banner

This property is personally managed by Samantha.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 22 guest ratings

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Reviewed by George 3rd May 2025

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The location of the property is excellent. it is in a quiet area, within ewasy walking distance of the town centre.

Reviewed by Rob 13th April 2025

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A great location and amazing views, the property has everything you need. We love Swanage and will definitely go back.

Reviewed by Susan 14th October 2024

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A lovely well equipped cottage with parking in a quiet area of Swanage but only a few minutes walk down to explore the town and seafront. Excellent views over the bay and close to the coastal paths. An excellent base to explore the Isle of Purbeck.

Reviewed by Ann 3rd October 2024

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A very comfortable and well located house with beautiful views of the bay and a short walk into town. The house was modern, well equipped and had the advantage of private off-street parking outside the property. Would recommend.

Reviewed by Peter 14th September 2024

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Reviewed by Daniel 24th August 2024

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What a beautiful holiday let! Just got home from a fantastic week at this property. The location is amazing with gorgeous sea views and only a few minutes to the beach or High St. There is also a lovely park across the road. Swanage is a beautiful little seaside town with great independent shops and cafes. It also has good access to other attractioRead morens such as Corfe Castle and Studlands driving or by bus. 20 mins up hill is Durlston Country Park which has stunning views. The road to the house is very steep so do be mindful but it helped burn off the chips and ice creams! On the ground floor there was a bedroom with single/double bunk bed, large TV, desk and wardrobe. The downstairs bathroom has a bath and shower over it and there is a small utility room with a washing machine, iron/ironing board airer and a small freezer. The cupboard had lots of handy items for cleaning and washing etc. Up on the first floor was the lovely light and airy living space with gorgeous views over the sea from the Juliette balcony and window. The living area was beautiful decorated and the paintings and wall decorations gave the house a lovely seaside feel. Lovely comfy chairs and sofas smart TV with surround sound, dining room table. We loved that there were lots of leaflets and info left for us about the local area and places to visit. he kitchen was very well equipped and had everything we needed for our stay. The master bedroom at the top of the house was just lovely and beautifully decorated! Very calm and peaceful with more stunning views to enjoy. The bed was lovely and comfy and the extras of a fan,hair dryer and reading material were great! Great dressing table and lots of wardrobe and cupboard space. The ensuite bathroom was fab with a bath and a shower cubicle. Lovely fluffy towels too! The whole house was exceptionally clean and very comfortable and with 3 teen daughters, it gave us all our own space. We had such a fantastic stay here and will definitely return! Highly recommend Hide

Reviewed by Dawn 6th July 2024

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Excellent accommodation and ideally situated. This was our fourth stay and we have already booked our fifth.

Reviewed by Andrew 3rd July 2024

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The view from the sitting room is superb. The cottage has everything you need, the bed very comfy. Parking is on site, with a walk down to the beach, not very far. We have been several times and we love it.

Reviewed by Christine 15th June 2024

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Lovely comfortable accommodation over three levels. Amazing views from the property and from the park across the road. Short walk down through park into town; fairly steep climb back up again - but plenty of benches. Would recommend.

Reviewed by Linda 14th May 2024

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Reviewed by chris 15th October 2023

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Reviewed by Lilian 30th September 2023

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Reviewed by Rob 19th September 2023

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Reviewed by Dean 10th September 2023

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The Downs was in a lovely location, minutes from the beach and the town centre, with lots of scenic walks in the local area. The property was spotless and had everything we needed for a perfect stay.

Reviewed by Helen 19th August 2023

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Reviewed by Graham 30th July 2023

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Reviewed by Naomi 22nd July 2023

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Last minute booking for our family and the property was absolutely gorgeous! We loved the location, been going to Swanage for 20 years and this year was the best by far! We will be going back! Thank you for a lovely short break!

Reviewed by Kerry 1st July 2023

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Reviewed by Dawn 29th June 2023

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Excellent location, well equipped. Very comfortable, home from home. This was our third stay at 3, The Downs. We would highly recommend it as a holiday base for exploring Swanage and the local area.

Reviewed by David 19th June 2023

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Nice property and local easy walk down to sea but problem have to walk back deep hill to property from sea, should have put unsuitable for older people. But younger family holiday will be great.

Reviewed by Jacob 10th June 2023

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Reviewed by Jayne 4th June 2023

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