Simon S (Jan 2012)

Overall Rating: 4 Stars

Janet S (Nov 2011)

Overall Rating: 4 Stars

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Seascape stands within a stones throw of the sea and enjoys lovely open sea views from several rooms. These views are panoramic, extending across the whole bay, from Ballard Down on the East to the westward extremity of Peveril point. The sandy beach of Swanage bay is only a half minute walk away. Here visitors can enjoy swimming, paddling and boating. Swanage is a traditional seaside resort with ‘Punch and Judy’ shows, amusements and a Victorian pier. Alongside this there is a diving centre and a variety of small interesting shops, restaurants and public houses. These are all within a two or three minute walk. The town is also renowned for its steam railway which links the seaside town to the picturesque and historic village of Corfe Castle. The property is adjacent to the coastal path and visitors can walk along the promenade and over Ballard Down into Studland with its sandunes and 1 mile length of sandy beach. The walk westwards leads to Durleston and extends onwards along a beautiful stretch of Purbeck coastline passing close to several traditional villages. Worth Matravers provides a pleasant place to stop with a traditional public house with Purbeck ciders.

Seascape is a well maintained property positioned on the sea front above a local bakers and tea shop. In warm weather there are tables and chairs outside the shop so that local Dorset cream teas or homemade soup can be enjoyed in the sunshine. A gated flight of steps leads up to the property and the accommodation is on two floors. Seascape has been furnished and equipped with care. It has fitted carpets and is heated with a combination of storage heaters and oil filled radiators. It provies attractive, light and airy accommodation for 6 people in 3 bedrooms. On the first floor there is a spacious newly equipped fitted kitchen with an electric hob and cooker, microwave, sink and refrigerator with small freezer section; a pleasant dining area; a large sitting room which extends across the full width of the property and has big windows which can be opened back to enable visitors to relax enjoying the sights and sounds of the sea which is in such very close proximity. This room is furnished with a comfortable sofa and chairs, a flat screen television/DVD/video. On this floor there is also a pleasant bathroom with a bath, overhead shower, basin and w.c. Stairs lead up to three attractive bedrooms. There are two lovely double bedrooms with basins and fitted wardrobes - one has the added advantage of open sea views and a television with freeview. The third bedroom is a pleasant bunk bedroom which also enjoys sea views. Travel cot/high chair can be provided. Heating and electricity without exta charge.

One car can be parked off road within a few yards of the property. Steam train service to Corfe Castle and regular bus service to Poole, Bournemouth and the Purbeck villages within 3 to 4 minutes walk. Nearby places to visit include the ancient castle at Corfe, Monkey World, The tank museum and several national trust properties including Kingston Lacey.