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Seagulls View, 12b The Parade

Swanage, Dorset
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Sleeps 5
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Change Sat
No Dogs
4 star
Apartment
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Towels included
Family friendly
Romantic
Internet access
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
Beach within easy reach
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At a glance

  • Enjoy gorgeous, uninterrupted views of Swanage Bay
  • Fabulous central location in Swanage with many eateries and shops 
  • Relax on the decked sun terrace with a drink and enjoy the sunset
Overview
Property code: OC-WY297

This lovely second floor maisonette has sensational views of Swanage Bay and beyond to the Isle of Wight. Situated on The Parade you are literally a stone's throw from the waters edge! This well equipped property is perfect for a family (maximum 5 guests), being only minutes from the beach and town centre.

With the benefit of a decked sun terrace at the rear of the property complete with patio furniture, sit and relax watching the sun go down after a day at the beach.

A quick 1 minute walk from Seagulls View will take you to the town centre with its vibrant mix of independent retailers, restaurants and galleries, beautiful sandy beach and Victorian Pier. Durlston Country Park and Castle is less than a mile away, as is the South West Coastal Path leading along the majestic Jurassic Coast.

Further afield you can explore more of Dorset with a visit to the county town of Dorchester with its roman townhouse, Victorian borough gardens and Brewery Square. Within a short drive you can visit Corfe Castle, Arne and Studland. 

First Floor

Bedroom 1 (Sleeps 2)

Double bed, two bedside tables, wardrobe, vanity table with drawers, full length mirror, hairdryer.

Family Bathroom

Full suite with in-bath rainfall and hand-held shower combi, basin, toilet.

Kitchen

Open plan galley style, with clean lines and beautiful white quartz worktop. Fully integrated kitchen & appliances including an induction hob & electric oven, dishwasher, washer/dryer, undercounter fridge and freezer, eye level microwave, kettle, toaster, Nespresso machine.

Lounge/Diner

Corner sofa, seating five, cocktail chair, dining table with seating for six, coffee table, nest of tables.  Stunning views overlooking Swanage Bay. Smart TV with Netflix and Prime (guests to use their own login details), DVD and CD player, radio, free WiFi.

Second floor

Bedroom 2 (Sleeps 3) in the eaves - restricted headroom

Two single beds (which can be converted into a king-size bed - please select at the time of booking), two bedside tables, chest of drawers, wardrobe, hairdryer, full length mirror, plus extra fold-up full size single bed.

Ensuite bathroom

Bath, hand-held shower, basin, toilet.

Other

  • Bed linen and towels provided.
  • Free designated parking space.
  • Highchair and stair gates (top and bottom) provided.
  • Gas-fuelled central heating.

Important:

  • Second floor maisonette, no lift/wheelchair access.
  • No smoking or vaping permitted throughout the property.
  • BBQs not permitted due to the wooden decked terrace. 
  • Sorry, not pets.

 

  • 2 bedrooms – 1 double, 2 singles in twin bed room (  can be converted into a king size upon request at the time of booking). An additional full size single put-up bed
  • 2 bathrooms - 1 with shower over the bath and WC, 1 en-suite with bath and hand-held shower and WC
  • Electric oven and induction hob, dishwasher, washer/dryer, undercounter fridge and freezer, eye level microwave, Nespresso machine
  • Smart TV, DVD and CD player, radio
  • Highchair and stair gates (top and bottom) provided
  • Terrace with decked patio area and outdoor furniture
  • Private parking for 1 car
  • Shop, pub and beach less than 200 metres
  • There is no lift in the building and many steps to the apartment
  • Please note BBQs are not permitted due to the wooden decked terrace
  • 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 21 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Lucy 6th May 2025

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We aim to visit this apartment every year. Its perfect - park up and dont use the car for a few days. Plenty of walks and bars and restaurants. The apartment is lovely, the view is amazing. Everything you need in the kitchen, home from home. Love it!

Reviewed by David 3rd November 2024

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Reviewed by Gwendoline 20th October 2024

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Most definitely. Its a lovely apartment, very well equipped. The views are fabulous.

Reviewed by Alan 8th October 2024

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Reviewed by Kate 17th September 2024

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Fantastic apartment in a fabulous location. Highly recommend staying here

Reviewed by Hayley 20th August 2024

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An absolute treasure of a property in an ideal location for the town and beach, the views are absolutely outstanding and the property extremely well maintained with several thoughtful touches throughout.

Reviewed by Duncan 4th August 2024

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Perfect location for all amenities, perfect sea views, private parking spot right outside

Reviewed by Julie 23rd June 2024

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Our second year here and we loved it even more! The absolute perfect location and so comfortable with everything you need provided. I love the layout and the patio area is fab. Absolutely loved our stay we will be back again!

Reviewed by Steve 9th June 2024

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A lovely cottage, right on the sea front with the advantage of it's own parking space. There's a few stairs up to the flat but the benefit is the most amazing views over the bay. The sunrises are particularly spectacular. The cottage has pretty much everything you need, washing machine/dryer, small dishwasher, iron & ironing board. There's even somRead moree beach chairs and mats and equipment to use. It's also close to the centre of things in Swanage with several pubs restaurants and pubs within a very short walk. Close buy are Studland beach for swimming, Kimmeridge bay for fossils, Monkey world and we did a fishing trip from Swanage pier. Hide

Reviewed by Gwendoline 2nd May 2024

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The accommodation was fantastic, very well equipped with the added bonus of fantastic sea views.

Reviewed by Anthony 31st December 2023

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From an agency point of view I was seriously impressed by the quality of the team with whom I spoke who were professional and helpful as well as being fun to speak to.

Reviewed by Robert 5th December 2023

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Excellent location clean tidy. great view. Highly recommend. Company keeps you updated before and after.

Reviewed by Richard 5th November 2023

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Reviewed by Richard 14th October 2023

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Reviewed by Jacqueline 24th September 2023

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Reviewed by Suzanne 17th September 2023

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Reviewed by Hayley 13th August 2023

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Reviewed by Duncan 6th August 2023

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Perfect location with it being on the seafront and only a short walk to the beach, pubs and restaurants in Swanage

Reviewed by John 30th July 2023

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The location was very convenient for the beach and town centre shops. Only slight downsides were parking - you have to get expert at tucking in well and turning in small spaces, the stairs - only a problem if you are getting on in age and your family want you to carry all the bags up and down, and the proximity to bars which were a little noisy on Read moreFriday night. Only enough to drop location from 5 to 4 rating. Hide

Reviewed by Carol 24th July 2023

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It is so beautifully positioned right on the sea-front with exceptional views, we swam in the sea every day, the beach has just been awarded blue flag beach of the year 2023! Only a medium-sized car, or preferably small, can, however, be manoevered into the car parking space. If your car is larger walk down and look before turning into the sea froRead morent approach road. Hide

Reviewed by Clifford 28th June 2023

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The property is central to facilities that Swanage offers, with uninterrupted views of the bay. The car did not move from the front parking as we used the easily accessed bus service when we travelled out of Swanage. We found that pre-booking for dining out was the norm.

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