Seahorses in Swanage | Stunning Dorset Group Cottage

About Seahorses

This detached Edwardian house at 20 Ulwell Road offers exceptional accommodation for large groups in Swanage, Dorset. Located just 300 metres from the beach, this seven-bedroom property sleeps 14 guests across three floors. The house features off-road parking for five cars and includes a ground-floor annex with kitchenette, perfect for guests with mobility needs.

Swanage sits at the eastern end of Dorset's Jurassic Coast. The Victorian seaside town offers a wooden pier, annual carnival in July and twice-yearly blues festivals. Durlston Country Park provides excellent walking opportunities nearby.

The accommodation includes four king-size bedrooms, one twin, one single, plus a king-size room with sofa bed. Four bathrooms serve the property, including a stunning second-floor bathroom with freestanding bath and walk-in shower. The dining room seats all 14 guests around one table, whilst the sitting room offers comfortable seating. The kitchen features an AGA cooker plus gas oven.

Groups can visit Corfe Castle (6 miles, 15 minutes), Old Harry Rocks (4 miles, 10 minutes), Studland Beach (8 miles, 20 minutes) and Poole Harbour (12 miles, 25 minutes). The town centre lies just 15 minutes' walk away.

This spacious family house excels for multi-generational holidays and large group gatherings. With ample parking, beach proximity and generous social spaces, 20 Ulwell Road delivers memorable group breaks in this popular Dorset location.

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At Sykes Cottages

Need To Know

✓Gas central heating with woodburners
✓Aga, gas oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, 2 x tv with freeview, wifi, selection of books, games and dvds
✓Fuel, power and starter pack for fire included in rent
✓Bed linen and towels included in rent
✓Travel cot and highchair
✓Off-road parking for 5 cars
✓Enclosed raised patio area with furniture and grassed area
✓Pet-friendly
✓Sorry, no smoking
✓Shop 2 mins walk, pub 1 min walk, beach 2 mins walk
✓Note: garden area contains steps

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What Guests Love

What do previous guests think about their group stay at Seahorses

Spacious accommodation for 14

Seven bedrooms across three floors provide comfortable space for large family groups

Beach proximity

Just 300 metres from Swanage beach with wooden cart provided for equipment

Large dining table

Everyone sits together around the enormous dining table for meals and games

Excellent parking

Off-road parking for five cars eliminates town centre parking concerns completely

Ground floor annex

Self-contained space with kitchenette perfect for guests avoiding stairs

AGA cooking experience

Traditional AGA cooker keeps house warm whilst providing authentic cooking experience

Getting To Seahorses

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

To reach 20 Ulwell Road by car, follow signs to Swanage and locate the property between the church and Crow's Nest pub on lower Ulwell Road. The house provides convenient off-road parking for five cars upon arrival.

By Train

For those travelling by rail, the nearest station is Wareham, approximately 9 miles away from the accommodation. From there, regular bus services connect to Swanage or take a taxi for the scenic journey.

Off-road parking for five cars

Wareham station (9 miles)

Between church and Crow's Nest pub

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Stuff for larger groups and families to try!

Old Harry Rocks

Distance: 3 miles (6 min drive)

BH19 3AN

Durlston Castle

Distance: 1.9 miles (6 min drive)

BH19 2JL

Monkey World

Distance: 14.5 miles (21 min drive)

BH20 6HH

Ballard Down

Distance: 0.7 miles (2 min drive)

BH19 1RL

Purbeck Way

Distance: 0.8 miles (3 min drive)

Studland Bay Marine Conservation Zone

Distance: 3 miles (6 min drive)

BH19 3AN

Budgens

Distance: 0.8 miles (2 min drive)

BH19 1AF

Williams Bakery

Distance: 0.8 miles (2 min drive)

BH19 1AD

Station Shop

Distance: 0.9 miles (2 min drive)

BH19 1HB

Parkstone Station

Distance: 9.9 miles (24 min drive)

BH14 8UD

Poole Station

Distance: 10.9 miles (26 min drive)

BH15 2BQ

Bournemouth Airport

Distance: 15.9 miles (39 min drive)

BH23 6ED

Old Harry Rocks

Distance: 3 miles (6 min drive)

BH19 3AN

Durlston Castle

Distance: 1.9 miles (6 min drive)

BH19 2JL

Monkey World

Distance: 14.5 miles (21 min drive)

BH20 6HH

Ballard Down

Distance: 0.7 miles (2 min drive)

BH19 1RL

Purbeck Way

Distance: 0.8 miles (3 min drive)

Studland Bay Marine Conservation Zone

Distance: 3 miles (6 min drive)

BH19 3AN

Budgens

Distance: 0.8 miles (2 min drive)

BH19 1AF

Williams Bakery

Distance: 0.8 miles (2 min drive)

BH19 1AD

Station Shop

Distance: 0.9 miles (2 min drive)

BH19 1HB

Parkstone Station

Distance: 9.9 miles (24 min drive)

BH14 8UD

Poole Station

Distance: 10.9 miles (26 min drive)

BH15 2BQ

Bournemouth Airport

Distance: 15.9 miles (39 min drive)

BH23 6ED

Is Seahorses Right For Your Group

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

For Families

The property provides excellent facilities for children including cot and highchair availability. The enclosed garden offers safe outdoor play space whilst the beach lies just 300 metres away. Beach equipment is provided including a wooden cart for easy transport. Board games are available for indoor entertainment during poor weather.

Groups Will Love...

The enormous dining table seats all 14 guests together, creating perfect social focal point for group meals and evening games. This exceptional feature eliminates the common problem of split dining arrangements in large properties. Combined with the spacious kitchen featuring AGA and gas cooking facilities, mealtimes become memorable group experiences.

Pet Friendly

Pets are welcome at 20 Ulwell Road with the enclosed garden providing secure outdoor space for exercise. The property's proximity to Swanage beach and coastal walks offers excellent opportunities for dog walking. Multiple outdoor areas ensure pets have adequate space whilst staying with large groups in this family-friendly accommodation.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Seahorses

The Crow's Nest

Located 0.1 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: BH19 1LJ

Chococo Chocolate Café

Located 0.8 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: BH19 1LB

The Red Lion

Located 0.7 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: BH19 1LB

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Seahorses

How many people does 20 Ulwell Road sleep?

The property sleeps 14 guests across seven bedrooms including king-size, twin and single rooms, one of which is a self-contained annexe bedroom with en-suite facilities.

Is the property pet friendly?

Yes, pets are welcome at 20 Ulwell Road though specific numbers and charges aren't detailed. The enclosed garden provides secure outdoor space for dogs to exercise safely.

How far is the beach from the property?

Swanage beach is just 300 metres away, approximately a two-minute walk from the house. A wooden cart is provided to transport beach equipment easily to and from the shore.

What parking is available?

The property offers off-road parking for five cars, eliminating concerns about finding town centre spaces. This generous parking allocation suits large group requirements perfectly.

What cooking facilities are provided?

The kitchen features a traditional AGA cooker plus a separate gas oven and hob. Additional amenities include microwave, fridge/freezer and washer/dryer for group convenience.

How far is the town centre?

Swanage town centre with shops, restaurants and pubs is a pleasant 15-minute walk. The Victorian wooden pier offers strolling and fishing opportunities within easy reach.

What bathroom facilities are available?

Four bathrooms serve the property including a stunning second-floor bathroom with freestanding bath. Additional cloakrooms on ground and first floors provide extra convenience for groups.

What social spaces does the house offer?

The dining room seats all 14 guests around one large table for meals and games. The comfortable sitting room features woodburner whilst the enclosed garden provides outdoor relaxation space.

Popular Stays Near This Cottage

Seahorses Reviews

Trevor

Really good room setup for a big family, spacious and well equipped house, great short walk to the pub and beach.

Frances

Great property! Very spacious and well equipped in an excellent location. The description did not do the property justice. It was much bigger and better than we expected. I would return to this property

Pauline

We had a great week in this lovely holiday home,It was a treat for all my family ... We had a great week in this lovely holiday home,It was a treat for all my family to be together, there were 12 of us but plenty of room for us all,The weather was wonderful everybody spent a lot of time at the beach,we had a lovely trip on the train shame they couldent run the steam loco due to the hot weather, we would all love to come again, Nanny W

Lovely house. Good parking. Good kitchen and dining room plenty of seating Roomy bedrooms. Walking distance to beach. Looking forward to coming again next year

Belinda

Another lovely stay at 20 Ulwell Road. A wonderful large house that accommodates my big family. Fantastic position to visit all the gems Swanage has to offer. Just a short walk to the beach. Love this house. Thank you to the owner, Roy for letting us stay and Sykes for providing an easy booking process.

Rebecca M

Lovely spacious house. Perfect for an extended family getaway. The location was perfect with only a short walk into Swanage. Would definitely recommend.

This is the second time of staying at this property because it suits a three generational family gettogether and we were as pleased with our return visit as the first. . There are ample bedrooms and bathrooms of a good quality, and the dining room is large enough to seat 14 comfortably. There is parking for at least four cars which is a bonus for a house that is only a 5 minute walk from the beach.

Anthony

Perfect property for our family. Close to beach which was a bonus. Kitchen very well equipped but we could not find a wine opener anywhere? Had to use an attachment on old can opener!! Did feel kitchen ready for a deep clean maybe. Bedrooms clean and cosy but living roomdining room very chilly at times. Radiators struggling to heat up. We all had a good time and aga in kitchen was lovely for all day heat.

Rosemary

This property was perfect for our extended family. Well equipped throughout, it helped us enjoy our time away on holiday, and I enjoyed using the Aga!

Badly in need of a makeover. The settee was torn, and covered with an extremely nasty cover, and many of the carpets had so many stains that it could have been a pattern! The oven was ancient and the door didnt catch properly. But the parking was a bonus and we had a fantastic holiday.

Robert

Great property for larger groups. We were a party of 10 so plenty of room for us all in bedrooms, dining room and lounge. Great location only 6 minutes walk to the beach and a gentle 18 minutes to the main part of the town Bus stop 100 yards away for trips to Studland and Bournemouth. Parking for 4 cars on the drive. Gas cooker and AGA which took a bit of getting used to. Overall very nice place to stay

3 generations of our family had a lovely week at 20 Ulwell Road. It was very spacious, perfectly situated and had everything we needed. Thank you.

Perfect house for large family holiday, we had a fantastic time. Thankyou, we will be back.

20 Ulwell Road was a perfect house for our Swanage stay. Good location for beach and a short walk into town for shops, pubs etc. The house was comfortable, spacious and well equipped for our group of nine. Definitely recommend it for large groups.

Belinda

The property provides comfortable accommodation for 14 near to Swanage beach and a short walk to the town. It's great to have offroad parking a lovely garden. I especially like the Aga and the wooden cart you can load up with beach stuff and pull to and from the beach. Lots of beach equipment provided. This was our second visit and we would love to return.

Overall, the property exceeded our expectations. The house was spacious, providing good sized rooms that easily accommodated a three generational family break with an age range of 2 to 76. The location was ideal being only about 300m walk to the beach and a pleasant stroll along the Promenade into the centre of town.

Excellent well equipped property. Plenty of space for the thirteen of us. It was good to all be able to sit round the dining table for meals and playing games. Plenty of space in the lounge too.

We had a lovely stay at 20 Ulwell Road! The house is beautiful, spacious and feels so welcoming. The location is ideal just a short walk to Swanage beach, shops, and restaurants. The interior is very comfortable and cozy, and the kitchen is wellequipped, making it perfect for family meals. We especially loved the living room for relaxing in the evenings. We cant thank the owner enough for being so accommodating and friendly! This property truly feels like a home away from home, and we can't wait to return. Highly recommend!

Thomas

A very large property which was perfect for our family gettogether. Lots of rooms with large kitchen, lounge, dining areas. There were 12 of us but it didnt feel crowded at all. Easy 15 minute walk into the main town area of Swanage.

The property could have done with a deep clean. There were mouldy curtains in the annex and the windows were dirty. There were a lot of cobwebs. General cleaning was ok, but not fantastic

The property was lovely, very spacious and very clean. We had everything we needed for a multigenerational family of eleven people and a dog. It was well situated for the beach and the town and we would certainly go again.

A wonderful spacious family house which was exactly that. Everything worked out perfectly with our families travelling from different parts of the country. The Arga worked perfectly and by nature you have to lift the door to close it properly. Hopefully make it back next year..

Abraham

Thanks so much we had a great time. We loved the space and comfort. It was lovely and clean. Parking and location were perfect. The kitchen was fab for several of us to work in. Lots of space for 13 of us to spread out in and a table and chairs that we could comfortably sit around was really appreciated. Games around the log burner was lovely. Lovely walks on the doorstep. Couldn't have asked for more. Small point the oven door doesn't close properly which affects cooking times. Would recommend and come again.

Great place and facilities. Perfect for pur group. There wasn't a cafetiere which would have been good. Also the gas oven door isn't great at closing, might be worth putting a note near it so people take extra care to shut it properly

Booked this house for 5 couples who unfortunately became 4 so there was plenty of space. The lounge had plenty of seating and the enormous dining table was perfect for eating and board games several of which were provided. The Aga kept the whole downstairs warm when the mornings were chilly. I didnt understand the previous comment about fridge space as there are 3 in the property so we had one entirely devoted to wine and beer! The bedrooms were spacious and the beds were comfortable. The location was ideal for walks to Corfe Castle and Old Harry Rocks but also only a short stroll to the beach. Would thoroughly recommend for a large party.

My wife, myself and our four friends made the very best of our one week stay at 20 Ulwell Road. I say this, as the weather could have been a lot kinder to us. We were left a very nice welcome pack, that contained most of the 'immediate essentials.' The house is very well presented and had pretty much everything we could have wanted. I stayed in the ground floor bedroomapartment, which was large. The furnishings in this room are a little bit tired, but perfectly adequate. The shower has some black mould on the seals. My one big problem with this room was the tap in the sink. It took around 5 minutes for any hot water to come through and when it did, there was just the smallest gap between cold and scorching hot. This needs fixing. The lounge and dining room are very nice, as were the other bedrooms, although one shower was not working. One pleasant call with the Owner was enough for this to be fixed. I would recommend the rental of this property to anyone.

Natasha

Only problem we find is we need more fridge space & a bigger cooker, the Aga is really had to use and having just one small cooker for all the guests can we challenging. Apart from that its a fantastic property great location lots of parking and perfect for our family holiday

We had a fantastic stay at this property. The house is spacious and comfortable with great facilities. The bathroom on the second floor was amazing. It was our first complete family holiday for many years and the space meant we didn't feel all crammed in. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.

Ambjorg

The house was lovely! Large, well equipped kitchen, lovely dining room and a good sitting room. There could have been more places to sit when the house is full, you have to sit on dining chairs. The bedrooms are wonderful! Big, lots of storage, clean, comfortable beds. The bathrooms are lovely, especially the one on the top floor. With many people in the house, we appreciated the to extra seperate toilets in addition to the bathrooms. The little apartment was also very good to have when staying 14 people in the house. Being Norwegian, we could't manage the AGA in the kitchen, so we had to use the other stove. We would have preferred two ordinary stoves, but that is more our own problem. It was very helpful with the big utility room and being able to wash and dry clothes. There was also a good parking space for our four cars. The house is just a short walk from the beach and town centre. I would highly recommend this property for big families to enjoy a holiday in lovely Swanage

Had a good week in the house. Extended family very impressed with rooms, especially the large bathroom on top floor! Annexe very good for those who would find stairs a challenge, plus welcome addition of small kitchen. Impressed with welcome pack and was a lovely gesture. Lovely large living room and dining room. Aga was a challenge but we mastered it ! Would recommend.

Christine

Thank you we had a wonderful weekend at Unwell Road. We were three generations of a family including five teenagers, one revising for GCSEs but the house accommodated us all perfectly. Thank you for the generous welcome pack and the little extras were greatly appreciated. We would all love to come and stay again on another occasion.

We had a great week in Swanage the house was ideal for our party of adults, children and dogs plenty of space, close to the beach, cafes and shops. We even managed to use the Aga and get a wood fire going! As with all rental properties, there were a couple of niggles but nothing of any note.

Sharon

We loved our stay thank you!

Richard

Brilliant location for a 3 generation family break.

Lovely accommodation at a great location near to the beach. Perfect for our group of 12. Facilities were excellent and the whole place had a relaxing atmosphere. Communication with the host was very smooth. We'd recommend it highly!

The house was all we needed, having an extended family of eleven. Plenty of room to move about, and a few minutes walk from the beach. A couple of things to mention An upperlanding window could not be closed due to a missing catch. necessary in cold March. The vacuum cleaner under the stairs was full to the brim, and we had to empty and clean it before we could use it. Otherwise we could recommend the property to anyone with a large group, to stay there.

We had a wonderful stay. The house is great for all the family. So near the beach. We had a few minor issues but Roy was helpful and solved them quickly. Would highly recommend this property.

Fabulous spacious house just perfect for our 13 strong morris dancing team to stay at for the folk festival in Swanage! Great facilities and internal layout

Great house! Well equipped. Well situated, Very near the sea at Swanage. The rooms were larger than expected and so we had plenty of room for the four generations of our family. The property was very clean and the owner was careful to make sure no harsh smelling chemicals were used in the cleaning of it. As this causes problems with allergies. I couldnt be happier. Thank you so very much. We had a lovely holiday made some lovely memories.

Kirsten

Lovely large space with everything you would need. Loved that I could bring my dogs and there was a park and the beach close by. A beautiful place and a really lovely house.

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Seahorses, Swanage

About Seahorses

Need To Know

More Group Cottages You May Like

What Guests Love

Spacious accommodation for 14

Beach proximity

Large dining table

Excellent parking

Ground floor annex

AGA cooking experience

Getting To Seahorses

By Car

By Train

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Is Seahorses Right For Your Group

For Families

Groups Will Love...

Pet Friendly

Dining & Cafes

The Crow's Nest

Chococo Chocolate Café

The Red Lion

Frequently Asked Questions

Location Name

Popular Stays Near This Cottage

Seahorses Reviews