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Dolphins

Swanage, Dorset
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Sleeps 5
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 2
Change Fri
No Dogs
4 star
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Family friendly
Internet access
Enclosed garden / patio
Downstairs bathroom
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
Beach within easy reach
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At a glance

  • A delightful, quirky and characterful cottage built in 1873 by the founders of Swanage
  • Charming, enclosed outdoor space offers privacy when dining a fresco
  • Close to plenty of popular attractions including the beach and The Downs

Overview
Property code: OC-WY446

A gorgeous character cottage in the heart of the Victorian seaside town of Swanage. Built in 1873 by the main founders of Swanage town, it even enjoyed time as a sweet shop back in the 1950s. The cottage has been thoughtfully modernised over the years without losing any of its period charm and quirky nature. Enter in via a porch with space for coats and shoes, down 3 steps into a beautifully furnished light and airy living/dining room with Purbeck stone fire place and window seat with views down to the town centre.

The kitchen whilst small has been cleverly designed with partially open wall and glass doors enabling you remain being part of the main living area.

There’s a downstairs shower room that also leads out onto a screened courtyard garden with seating, plus parking space with covered entrance to main door. The gated garden can be easily closed to keep children safe and offer privacy.

Upstairs there’s another family bathroom plus 3 bedrooms; the master boasts 2 Juliet balconies, one of which gazes straight down the road and out to sea. There’s an additional twin bedroom plus a bespoke single 4ft bed on a raised platform with reduced head height that children will love.

The cottage is tucked away in a street just off the main town centre so you’re only a couple of minutes’ walk straight down to the shops, restaurants and of course the beautiful sandy beach and Victorian pier. There’s plenty to see and do for the whole family right on your doorstep.

Bedrooms: 1) king size bed on raised plinth, built in wardrobes and balcony views to the sea 2) twin single beds with built in wardrobes and window overlooking garden 3) single 4ft bed with reduced head height

Bathrooms: 1) family bathroom with bath and separate shower cubicle, W.C. basin and heated towel rail 2) downstairs shower room with W.C. basin and access to garden

Kitchen: electric oven and gas hob, fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher and washing machine

Living/dining room:  3 piece suit plus window seats, electric fire, wall mounted flatscreen TV with DVD, radio, games and books

Linen & towels provided: please bring your own beach towels

WiFi: included

Travel cot and highchair: available (please bring your own cot linen)

Fuel: gas central heating

Parking: parking for one medium sized car

Pets: sorry, no pets allowed due to allergies

Please note this is a no smoking property

 

  • 3 bedrooms – 1 king-size, 1 twin, 1 single
  • 2 bathrooms – 1 bathroom with bath, shower and WC, 1 shower room with shower and WC
  • Electric oven and gas hob, fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher and washing machine
  • Travel cot and highchair available (please bring your own cot linen)
  • TV, DVD player and radio
  • Please bring your own beach towels
  • Courtyard with outdoor furniture
  • Parking for 1 medium car
  • Please note the single bedroom has reduced head height
  • 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 18 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Heather 17th March 2025

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The location is excellent and the beds were very comfortable. The cottage was great for a group of four friends. Guests should be aware that the parking space is very small ( I did not attempt it). Also there is no direct contact with the owner or a local management office.

Reviewed by Glenn 29th January 2025

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For me and my wife the Dolphin Cottage is perfect for us. Comfortable, clean, great location plenty of shops for bits and pieces ie: shopping and Fish and Chips which tasted great. It was our third stay in Swanage and the 2nd stay at the Dolphin and hopefully not the last.

Reviewed by Dorothy Jane 11th January 2025

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Beautiful cottage in central location,everything you would need, Ideal for family holiday or Cosey get away,we would love to come back

Reviewed by Mark 21st September 2024

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A lovely cottage, located right in the middle of Swanage, with easy access to local restaurants and shops. The cottage was well equipped throughout, had excellent Wi-Fi, and the smart TV was a welcome bonus. We somehow managed to stay here during the hottest week of the year, in September! The cottage remained cool throughout, and was a pleasureRead more to come back to! The only things we would highlight, the off street parking is a bit tight, which wasn't a major problem for us, but might be a squeeze for a larger, wider car. Also, the cottage is located up a steep hill from the town, which again, wasn't a problem for us, but might cause difficulties for people who are less able. Hide

Reviewed by Alison 7th September 2024

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Great space. Great location. Comfortable and well equipped.

Reviewed by Kathryn 24th August 2024

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We had a very enjoyable and comfortable stay at Dolphins. It is a nice spacious, airy cottage. Everything was clean and tidy. The cottage is well equipped and in an excellent location for both beach and transport. Car parking space if required, and a small patio garden, safe for children, behind gates.

Reviewed by Tracy 10th August 2024

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Absolutely wonderful stay at this cottage. The view from the main bedroom is very impressive. The cottage is very close to the town centre (but the last bit of the hill is a struggle with beach equipment). Having two bathrooms was a good bonus and a car park space was great (but a bit of a snug fit for a Ford focus). Well recommended.

Reviewed by Lucy 1st June 2024

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Reviewed by Tanya 16th April 2024

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Reviewed by Stephen 7th April 2024

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Reviewed by Peter 9th October 2023

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Reviewed by Annette 26th August 2023

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Reviewed by Jean 8th August 2023

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Dolphins Cottage was an excellent location for a family holiday in Swanage, The property had everything as described. We had a problem with a blocked toilet on the first day but the issue was resolved immediately We would have appreciated some instruction on where to put recyclable rubbish ? Everything else was perfect Thank you

Reviewed by Matthew 24th July 2023

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Reviewed by Ann 5th July 2023

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Super location, lovely family holiday . Property spacious, clean and very well equipped. We would definitely holiday here again

Reviewed by Andrew 2nd July 2023

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Reviewed by Steve 17th June 2023

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A lovely cottage, very well equipped, comfortable and close to the centre of Swanage. Many good days out within a short drive and lots of nice restaurants, pubs shops and the famous beach within a short walk. Only minor criticism is the tv signal was patchy, although online apps were available. Just as a word of advice, the last 50m up the road to Read morethe cottage is a little steep! Hide

Reviewed by Janet 23rd May 2023

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