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Ballard Vista

Swanage, Dorset
Sleeps 2
Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
No Dogs
4 star
Apartment
Towels included
Fishing on site / nearby
Internet access
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
Beach within easy reach
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At a glance

  • Calm and peaceful haven in an elevated spot with rooftop views over to the bay below
  • Restored Victorian conversion apartment with light and bright interiors
  • Enjoy the buzzing town of Swanage on your doorstep with eateries, pubs, shops and the sandy beach just a half-mile stroll away
Overview
Property code: OC-WY416

Ballard Vista is a bright and airy one bedroom flat with a lounge, kitchen diner with large bay windows. You can relax enjoying spectacular views of the sea, the Isle of Wight, the Downs or can follow trains as they come and go and the engine as it puffs up the valley.

Situated in a quiet conservation area, the town, sandy beach, station and local shops are all within a few minutes, mostly level walk. The Victorian building was newly renovated in 2018.

The property consists of an open plan kitchen/dining and living area plus a separate bedroom with modern en-suite shower room. There is no parking allocated to the property however it is easy to park in the side streets nearby. Once you arrive you can easily reach many local attractions on foot or by train. The stairs to the apartment are quite steep so please take this into consideration if you have mobility concerns.

 

Living/kitchen/dining room: Comfortable seating, TV and radio, washing machine, fridge, microwave, coffee maker

Bedroom: Double bedroom with en suite shower room

Linen and bath towels provided: Please bring your own beach towels 

WiFi: Included

Fuel: Gas central heating 

Parking:  On-street parking nearby

Pets: No pets allowed

Please note: the stairs to the apartment are quite steep and may not be suitable for those with limited mobility

No smoking on the premises.

  • 1 double bedroom
  • 1 en-suite shower room with WC
  • Oven and hob, microwave, dishwasher, fridge/freezer, coffee machine, washing machine
  • TV and radio in lounge
  • Please bring your own beach towels
  • On-street parking nearby
  • Pub 200 metres, shop and beach 0.5 miles
  • Please note: the stairs to the apartment are quite steep and may not be suitable for those with limited mobility
  • 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 15 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Paul 15th June 2026

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The property is well equiped and within easy reach of the centre of Swanage. It has a wonderful view of Ballard Down and the coast.

Reviewed by Sara 2nd May 2026

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Gorgeous apartment, sparkling clean, kitchen really well designed and equipped, very comfortable bed and fabulous views.

Reviewed by Denise 30th April 2026

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Had a very good stay and would like to stay again at some point.

Reviewed by Neil 26th April 2026

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Reviewed by Annette 22nd March 2026

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Small, but very clean, well equipped apartment - surprisingly quiet despite being a short walk downhill into Swanage centre, bus and train station. Fabulous view over rooftops and Ballard down. Only niggle is car parking. There are several spaces opposite on the main one way road which are not timed or for residents only.If you are lucky enough toRead more secure a spot here don't move your car for the duration of your stay!! Double yellow lines everywhere! (and rightly so I would say). We stayed put and walked everywhere or used the bus, used local shops daily for our food. Really a lovely base for an "agile" couple as uphill from centre plus approx. 15 steep narrow stairs from house entrance to apartment. Hide

Reviewed by Ian 17th November 2025

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A lovely apartment, in a pretty area of Swanage just outside the town centre which suited us very nicely. Beach, town centre and bus station are all a nice, short walk away. As warm sleepers, it was good to find the lower tog duvet option, as we find many holiday apartments only have one high tog one which can mean being too hot at night. Thank you

Reviewed by Robert 13th September 2025

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This apartment with its magnificent views was perfect for our needs. The kitchen was adequately provided with all the necessary equipment we needed. The apartment is compact but with more than enough space for two people. Location is very good. You can walk into town in a few minutes. We can recommend this accommodation.

Reviewed by Nicholas 3rd August 2025

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Reviewed by Ronald 11th July 2025

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Nice apartment, lovely views, makes a lovely holiday.

Reviewed by Sharon 21st June 2025

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Lovey apartment, very comfortable with all we needed. Please I did my homework before going to looking for streets were you can park for free with no restrictions for the week as it was busy. Buses were very good & we did not move the car all week. Flat was not far from centre with great places to eat & drink & some lovely little shops.

Reviewed by Ian 30th September 2024

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The views were stunning 10/10

Reviewed by Michael 16th September 2024

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We found the apartment to be well equipped . An enjoyable stay apart from the stairs but worth it because of the views !

Reviewed by Katharine 9th September 2024

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Nice apartment, lovely views over the Purbeck Hills. Town and beach approx an 8 minute walk for a couple in our 60's. Good local pub - The Black Swan serving great food.

Reviewed by Jenny 4th August 2024

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Lovely flat wirh great views well equipped and good location would recommend.

Reviewed by George 3rd July 2024

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having now visited twice, i think it is ideal for us

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