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The Smokery

Swanage, Dorset
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Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 1
4 star
Highchair available
Towels included
Family friendly
Quirky
Fishing on site / nearby
Internet access
Open fire / wood burner
Enclosed garden / patio
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Pub nearby
Beach within easy reach
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At a glance

  • Renovated fish shed in the heart of Swanage, packed with character!
  • For an intimate stay, it's perfect for couples who want to be in the heart of a seaside village location
  • Decorated to a high standard, highlighting quirky features and with plenty of comfort

Property code: OC-WY409

The Smokery is a fish smoking shed, with lots of character, right in the heart of Swanage.  Set back from the High Street, with a lovely enclosed courtyard, and wonderful original wooden front doors, The Smokery is a real piece of history in which to stay whilst enjoying the delights of the Purbecks!  


The Smokery sleeps four, in one king (ground floor) and two singles.  There is a lovely, bright, cosy first floor living room, with a wood burner, and a newly renovated kitchen/dining room.  Outside is an enclosed courtyard with seating for four, as well as a shed, which is ideal for bike or watersport equipment. 


The Smokery has been equipped and furnished with everything you need to enjoy your holiday in style and comfort.


First floor lounge: Comfortable seating for four (with sofa bed), wood burner, TV, vaulted ceiling
Kitchen/Diner: Seating for four, drier, gas range cooker, microwave, freezer, washing machine and fridge
Ground floor bathroom:  Full suite with shower over the bath
2 Bedrooms: 1) G/F king size master bedroom with French windows to the decked courtyard and TV 2) Twin room on first floor with lovely feature window
Linen and bath towels provided: please bring your own beach towels 
Wi-Fi: included (Unfortunately this shall not be available in 2020)
Fuel: gas central heating
Parking: On street parking nearby, we regret there is no parking at the house itself
Families: Stairgate and high chair available
Outside: Enclosed courtyard with decking and seating for four
Pets: 1 dog allowed

  • 2 bedrooms – 1 king-size, 1 twin
  • 1 bathroom with shower over the bath and WC
  • Gas range cooker, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine and dryer
  • Stairgate and highchair available
  • Wood burner
  • TVs in lounge and king-size bedroom
  • Wi-Fi not included
  • Enclosed courtyard garden with decking, and seating for 4
  • On-street parking nearby
  • Storage for bikes or water sports equipment in shed
  • Shop and pub 200 metres
  • Beach 0.5 miles
  • Please bring your own beach towels
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 1 dog allowed. Additional charges may apply

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This property is personally managed by Samantha.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 11 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Jane 22nd September 2024

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We loved the cottage, it had everything we needed.

Reviewed by Peter 10th August 2024

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This was a comfortable and really lovely place to enjoy a week in swanage. Location is good with simple walk down the hill to the beach and 2 doors from a great pub serving delicious food.

Reviewed by Lucinda 3rd August 2024

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Reviewed by Chris 21st July 2024

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Great location only 10 minutes from the seafront. Good for two people but steep stairs for children or the older generation.

Reviewed by Guy 6th July 2024

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Lovely cottage quite peacefull well maintained and clean

Reviewed by Lisa 1st June 2024

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Reviewed by Ian 8th October 2023

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Reviewed by Keith 16th September 2023

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Reviewed by Shirley 2nd July 2023

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Everything was perfect, location, standards and everything that was needed was provided. Very enjoyable week spent there.

Reviewed by Emily 17th June 2023

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The property was it a great location but could do with a good clean. There was a lot of dust and in places was dirty.

Reviewed by David 10th June 2023

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