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Flat 4 Penlu

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

  • A comfortable couple’s retreat close to both the beach and town centre
  • Enjoy bay views as you unwind or, for ultimate relaxation, retire to the peaceful reading room
  • Forget the car and explore Swanage on foot – a parking space is included

Overview
Property code: OC-WY525

4 Penlu is a well-presented one bedroom property located in the beautiful seaside town of Swanage, popular tourist destination with sandy beaches and beautiful countryside. Swanage is also the first town at the eastern end of the Jurassic Coast. 4 Penlu is an ideal holiday home for couples who enjoy exploring the coast and countryside.

Bedroom: Double bed with sea views, TV, en-suite shower room with shower cubicle, wash hand basin, towel rail, W.C. 

Family bathroom: bath with overhead shower, wash hand basin, towel rail, W.C.

Living / Kitchen / Diner: Open plan room. Living area with sofa seating, flat screen TV, DVD player. Dining table in the bay window with seating for four overlooking Swanage Bay.

Kitchen: Fitted kitchen with fridge / freezer, electric hob, electric fan oven, slimline dishwasher, washing machine and microwave.

Reading room: Reading room with sofa and books.

Parking: Parking available for one car (The space is not over large but will accommodate a family saloon).

Shop: 0.2 miles Pub: 0.2 miles

Important - please note

  • Changeover day for full weeks: Friday (preferred) or Monday
  • Changeover day for 4 night short breaks (or 11 night stays etc): Monday
  • Changeover day for 3 night short breaks (or 10 night stays etc): Friday

This property has a refundable Accidental Damage Deposit of £150, which is payable to Wyke Dorset Cottages with the final balance of your holiday, eight weeks prior to your arrival, and is refunded within 5 working days of your departure. Alternatively, you may wish to pay a non-refundable Accidental Damage Deposit Waiver equivalent to 10% of the Accidental Damage Deposit value, which covers you for the full value of the Accidental Damage Deposit, should any damage occur during your stay.

 

  • 1 double bedroom
  • 2 bathrooms – 1 bathroom with shower over the bath and WC, 1 en-suite shower room with WC
  • Electric oven, hob, microwave, fridge freezer, dishwasher, washing machine
  • Welcome pack
  • TVs, DVD
  • Private parking for 1 car (up to a family saloon size)
  • Shop, pub and beach 350 metres
  • Please bring your own beach towels
  • 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 25 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Gerald 17th May 2025

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Excellent Appartment/location with superb views over Swanage Bay,with walks in every direction from the door. Local bus & ferry services+private parking an added bonus.

Reviewed by Gwen 5th May 2025

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Lovely appartmeny lovely view . Had everything we needed . The lift was a bonus as my husband has a painful hip so it made getting to our apartment so much easier . Great to have a parking space on site . Excellent place to have a holiday .

Reviewed by Nina 13th April 2025

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A lovely apartment in the most amazing location - stunning views and easy to walk into Swanage. Well equipped and comfortable. Parking spot is tight but its good to know you have parking. Will definitely return.

Reviewed by Keith 26th October 2024

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4 Penlu is a very comfortable flat. The view from the lounge across the bay is delightful. The flat is conveniently located just a few minutes walk, albeit up a hill, from the centre of town. Highly recommended.

Reviewed by Kate 20th October 2024

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We loved staying at Flat 4 Penlu, it was well appointed and really clean. The highlight is the view of the bay and cliffs, we enjoyed having breakfast with a view. The flat is a fantastic location, so close to town too. We cant wait to book our next stay here.

Reviewed by Anne 8th October 2024

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Reviewed by Paul 28th September 2024

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Great location with views of the sea and coast from the spacious living, dining kitchen area. The lift was very useful especially as the stairs were spiral! The parking for a small car was useful. Bedroom and ensuite a little cramped.

Reviewed by Peter 22nd September 2024

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A pleasant flat with a stunning view, but only book it if you are happy to walk up an extremely steep hill and sleep in a very soft bed. Be aware the en-suite bathroom is awkward to access and there is very little space to hang clothes. The parking space will only just accommodate a family saloon.

Reviewed by Suzanne 16th September 2024

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Having stayed in the apartment a couple of years ago, my husband and I were hoping that it would be just as lovely as before. Thankfully the property was again spotlessly clean and the furnishings looked just as good as before. Given the fact that I was to be cooking main meals most days, I was appreciative of there being a good selection of utRead moreensils and pans. The knives were very sharp too. Although we never sat in the separate seating area, we found it very useful for storing our luggage so giving us more space in the bedroom. Of course, one of the main things that should attract anyone to the property is the view. It was wonderful being able to see the sea and the area closed to Old Harry rocks from the dining area - a much better view than you would get from most of the local eateries! The apartment would be in a great location for those holidaymakers who prefer to eat out though, as it was a short walk from the centre of town, where there was a good selection of restaurants, pubs and bars - the pier, beach and shops too. What's not to like about Flat 4 Penlu?! Hide

Reviewed by Susan 17th August 2024

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Reviewed by Andrew 14th August 2024

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Flat provides excellent holiday accommodation and is good value for the money paid. The flat is situated up an slightly steep road which takes a ten minute steady stroll from the bottom of the hill (town), completely doable for folks like us in our seventies, a real bonus is the lift to all apartments. Lovely views over Swanage Bay.

Reviewed by Christine 28th July 2024

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Reviewed by Margaret 22nd June 2024

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Reviewed by Susan 22nd June 2024

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Reviewed by Janet 14th May 2024

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Flat 4 Penlu was really lovely and comfortable with a fantastic view of Swanage. Our only problem was the lack of towels, that we thought were provided, and it turned out that there was only ONE towel per person for 7 nights. We had to go out and buy more and if we had known this in the first place, would have brought our own from home, instead oRead moref having to spend money on very inefficient beach towels. (Swanage has some lovely shops,but none selling quality towels). Otherwise, I would thoroughly recommend this flat to anyone. It is bright, airy, clean and an ideal location for holidaying in and around Swanage. Hide

Reviewed by Linda 12th March 2024

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4 Penlu is a delightful flat in a superb location with an amazing view over the bay. Very comfortable, with controllable heating (needed in chilly/rainy March!) and everything a couple would need is provided. It's only a five minute walk into the centre of town - but it's a steep hill back up. Coastal walks can be undertaken from the door.

Reviewed by Alison 14th October 2023

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Reviewed by Chris 30th September 2023

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Flat is situated in a great location close to town centre with amazing views over Swanage Bay. Very comfortable and spacious accommodation for two, benefitting from both an en-suite and separate bathroom as well as a reading room. Well located for local walks and site seeing.

Reviewed by Robert 25th September 2023

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Reviewed by John 16th September 2023

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Reviewed by Susan 19th August 2023

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Reviewed by John 14th August 2023

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The property, Flat 4 is sold on the website, as coming with a parking place. The parking places, at the back of the property are a joke. Before arriving an email saying that the parking spot will take a small average family car, is of no use, when you've forked out over a 1000 for a flat with a parking spot. I would have struggled to park my daughtRead moreers Toyota Aygo in that spot. The people in flat 5, that you rent, deliberately parked in the wrong spot, meaning no access to parking all week. When I walked up to the office to discuss the matter, I was met with complete apathy. Not interested one iota. Just go and park on the street somewhere, does not compensate for the fact that I had booked a property with a parking spot. I came away to try and de-stress and lower my blood pressure, not have to deal with the stress of finding somewhere to leave my car overnight, whilst inconsiderate clients of yours, do not follow the rules at the flats, park an oversize car, and refuse to cooperate. And before you say that the parking spot next to 4 is 7, the person in 5 blocked the car park, then later parked in 7's spot, blocking reasonable access to bay 4. There are niggles with the property that other people have mentioned in the visitors book, a hot water system that can not cope with 2 people having a shower, without running out of hot water, broken towel rails, a tv that doesn't work in the bedroom etc. The only good thing was the view, and the quick walk into town. Not the relaxing break that I was looking forward to. Hide

Reviewed by Susan 8th July 2023

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Everything was excellent Only quibble was the duvet was very thick and heavy, fine for mid winter but certainly not mid summer

Reviewed by Judith 17th June 2023

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Apartment was great , we were very .pleased , only downfall was the very steep hill ,OK if you are young which we are not

Reviewed by Isobel 29th May 2023

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