Anchor Cottage Swanage in 10 Exeter Road, Swanage, BH19 2BL

About Anchor Cottage Swanage

Anchor Cottage Swanage is a spacious Edwardian holiday home sleeping six guests in Swanage, Dorset. This property sits just 300 metres from the beach and 400 metres from the town centre. Groups will love the enclosed courtyard garden with furnished decking and the open-plan living space perfect for gathering together. Distant sea views add to the appeal.

The property sits on a quiet street in this popular seaside resort. Swanage offers sandy beaches and easy access to the Jurassic Coast. The South West Coast Path is half a mile away. The Purbeck Hills provide a stunning backdrop.

Accommodation includes four bedrooms across two floors. The first floor has a king-size room with bay window sea views and a single room with pull-out trundle bed. The second floor features a double and twin room under sloping eaves. Two bathrooms serve the property: one with free-standing bath and hand-held shower, another with walk-in Aqualisa shower. The well-appointed kitchen and open-plan lounge/diner with Smart TV create excellent social spaces.

Swanage Railway (0.5 miles, 3 minutes) offers steam train rides. Durlston Country Park (1.5 miles, 5 minutes) provides coastal walks and wildlife. Corfe Castle (6 miles, 15 minutes) presents medieval ruins. Studland Bay (4 miles, 10 minutes) features beautiful beaches and water sports.

Anchor Cottage Swanage suits families and friend groups wanting a coastal break with easy beach access and comfortable group accommodation.

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Need To Know

✓Bedrooms: 4
✓Activity: fishing
✓Beach Within 5 Miles
✓Bathrooms: 2
✓Central heating
✓Cooking hob
✓Dogs allowed: 2
✓Entire home
✓Dishwasher
✓Washing machine
✓Fam: High chair
✓Fam: Stairgate
✓Fam: Travel cot
✓Freezer
✓Fridge
✓Garden enclosed
✓Kitchen
✓Bed linen included
✓Microwave
✓Family friendly
✓WiFi
✓Oven
✓Parking: on street
✓Private entrance
✓Property type: House / Cottage
✓Pub within 1 mile
✓Safety: carbon monoxide detector(s)
✓Smoke alarm(s)
✓Shop within 1 mile
✓Smart TV
✓Sofa
✓TV
✓Tumble dryer

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What Guests Love

What do previous guests think about their group stay at Anchor Cottage Swanage

Prime Beach Location

Just 300 metres from Swanage beach means groups can easily walk to the sand and sea for daily seaside adventures together.

Spacious Group Living

The open-plan lounge and dining area with long wooden table provides perfect space for six guests to gather and socialise.

Comfortable Bedrooms

Four well-appointed bedrooms with high-quality bedding and distant sea views ensure everyone gets a restful night's sleep after busy days.

Enclosed Garden Space

The courtyard garden with furnished decking offers a private outdoor area for al fresco dining and evening drinks together.

Walking Distance to Town

Swanage town centre sits just 400 metres away providing easy access to shops, restaurants and local amenities for groups.

Well-Equipped Kitchen

The spacious kitchen with dishwasher and full appliances makes preparing group meals straightforward and enjoyable for everyone.

Getting To Anchor Cottage Swanage

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

To reach Anchor Cottage Swanage by car, follow the A351 into Swanage and navigate to the town centre. The property is located on a steep hill approximately 400 metres from the centre. On-street parking is available subject to availability.

By Train

The nearest mainline station is Wareham, approximately 10 miles away. From Wareham you can take a bus or taxi to Swanage. The heritage Swanage Railway runs steam trains from Norden to Swanage station, which is 0.5 miles from the cottage.

On-street parking subject to availability

Swanage Railway station (0.5 miles)

400 metres from Swanage town centre

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Stuff for larger groups and families to try!

Swanage Railway

Distance: 0.5 miles

BH19 1HB

Durlston Country Park

Distance: 1.5 miles

BH19 2JL

Corfe Castle

Distance: 6 miles

BH20 5EZ

South West Coast Path

Distance: 0.5 miles

BH19 2BL

Durlston Head

Distance: 2 miles

BH19 2JL

Ballard Down

Distance: 3 miles

BH19 3JP

Swanage Town Centre

Distance: 400 metres

BH19 2LY

Co-op Food Store

Distance: 0.3 miles

BH19 1AB

Swanage Market

Distance: 400 metres

BH19 2LY

Swanage Beach

Distance: 300 metres

BH19 2BS

Swanage Pier

Distance: 0.4 miles

BH19 1AB

Purbeck Hills

Distance: 1 mile

BH19 2BL

Swanage Railway

Distance: 0.5 miles

BH19 1HB

Durlston Country Park

Distance: 1.5 miles

BH19 2JL

Corfe Castle

Distance: 6 miles

BH20 5EZ

South West Coast Path

Distance: 0.5 miles

BH19 2BL

Durlston Head

Distance: 2 miles

BH19 2JL

Ballard Down

Distance: 3 miles

BH19 3JP

Swanage Town Centre

Distance: 400 metres

BH19 2LY

Co-op Food Store

Distance: 0.3 miles

BH19 1AB

Swanage Market

Distance: 400 metres

BH19 2LY

Swanage Beach

Distance: 300 metres

BH19 2BS

Swanage Pier

Distance: 0.4 miles

BH19 1AB

Purbeck Hills

Distance: 1 mile

BH19 2BL

Is Anchor Cottage Swanage Right For Your Group

Discover why this cottage is the one for your party or family reunion...

For Families

Swanage beach sits just 300 metres away offering safe swimming and sandcastle building. The Swanage Railway provides exciting steam train rides half a mile from the property. Durlston Country Park features rock pools and wildlife spotting opportunities. The enclosed courtyard garden offers safe outdoor play space. Corfe Castle presents medieval history and adventure. A highchair and travel cot are available upon request for younger children.

Groups Will Love...

The open-plan lounge and dining area forms the social heart of this Edwardian home. A long wooden dining table seats six guests comfortably for meals together. Soft seating surrounds the Smart TV for film nights. The Bluetooth home speaker provides entertainment. Large windows flood the space with natural light. The well-appointed kitchen connects directly to this living area, making it easy to prepare and serve group meals whilst everyone stays together.

Pet Friendly

Anchor Cottage welcomes up to two dogs with additional charges applying. The enclosed courtyard garden provides a secure outdoor space for pets to explore safely. Swanage beach allows dogs year-round on certain sections. The South West Coast Path offers excellent dog walking routes half a mile away. Durlston Country Park welcomes dogs on leads. Water bowls and towels should be brought for your pets' comfort during the stay.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Anchor Cottage Swanage

The Black Swan

Located 0.2 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: BH19 1LB

The Red Lion

Located 0.3 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: BH19 2LY

Chilled Red Cafe

Located 0.3 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: BH19 2AA

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Anchor Cottage Swanage

Is Anchor Cottage Swanage pet friendly?

Yes, the property welcomes up to two dogs with additional charges applying. The enclosed courtyard garden provides a secure outdoor space for your pets.

How many people does the property sleep?

Anchor Cottage sleeps six guests across four bedrooms. An additional single pull-out trundle bed is available upon request in the single bedroom.

What are the sleeping arrangements?

The property has one king-size bedroom, one double bedroom, one twin bedroom and one single bedroom with optional trundle bed. All bedrooms feature quality bedding and some offer distant sea views.

Is parking available at the property?

On-street parking is available subject to availability on the steep hill outside. Guests can stop in the street to unload luggage and belongings before finding a parking space.

How far is the beach from Anchor Cottage?

Swanage beach is just over 300 metres from the property, making it a two-minute walk. The town centre sits approximately 400 metres away for shops and restaurants.

What kitchen facilities are provided?

The well-appointed kitchen includes electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge-freezer, dishwasher, washer-dryer and Nespresso coffee machine. All essential cooking equipment is provided for group meals.

Are there good walking routes nearby?

The South West Coast Path is half a mile away offering spectacular coastal walks. Durlston Country Park sits 1.5 miles away and The Downs are under half a mile from the property.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 16:00 onwards and check-out is before 10:00. Linen and towels are provided for all guests throughout your stay.