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Pier View The Haven

Swanage, Dorset
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This property is managed by Original Cottages info_outline

Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Change Sat
No Dogs
4 star
Waterside Views
Parking on site / nearby
Towels included
Internet access
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
Beach within easy reach
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At a glance

  • Spacious, light-filled maisonette in Swanage, with accommodation arranged over three floors
  • Picturesque views out towards the pier and across Swanage Bay towards Ballard Down
  • Balcony with glass balustrade for watching the sun go down over the sea on warm evenings

Overview
Property code: OC-WY500

An enticing, three-storey maisonette, this Swanage retreat is ideal for anyone wishing to be close to the sea and the South West Coast Path. Sleeping four guests, the two-bedroom holiday home is on the southern tip of Swanage Bay, 350 metres from Peveril Point and from the pier. The property is right on the coast path, and can be followed in either direction, It also benefits from access down to the water’s edge, via a private gate. Swanage’s main beach is 0.5 miles away. Here you can bask in the sunshine on the sand, swim in the sea and hire kayaks. The heart of the vibrant town, with its shops, restaurants and cafes, is about 500 metres from the maisonette.

Enter the property at ground-floor level via the hall, where there is a utility cupboard, with a washer/dryer and a cloakroom, with WC. Climb the stairs to find the bedrooms on the first floor. These are both doubles, one with an en-suite shower room and the other with an en-suite bathroom. The main living space, an open-plan lounge/kitchen/diner, is on the second floor of the maisonette. This light area has a comfortable lounge, with doors on to a Juliet balcony, as well as a full balcony, so you can enjoy the views. There is also a Smart TV and DVD player for movie nights in together. The kitchen/diner area is separated from the lounge and has everything you need to prepare meals at home, as well as a table for lively chatter together during your stay.

Relax out on the balcony, with its glass balustrade, and enjoy the views over a glass of something bubbly on fine days. From the grounds there is a path down to the water’s edge.

  • 2 double bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms – 1 en-suite shower room with WC, 1 en-suite with bath, handheld shower attachment and WC
  • Electric fan oven, gas hob, electric grill, microwave, fridge/freezer, coffee machine and dishwasher
  • Washer/dryer
  • Welcome pack
  • Smart TV and DVD player
  • Please bring your own beach towels
  • Balcony with table and chairs
  • Private parking for 2 cars
  • Shop, pub and beach 0.5 miles
  • Regret no children under 5
  • 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 13 guest ratings

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Reviewed by James 15th December 2023

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A very comfortable apartment and well furnished, with excellent views over the bay. Would not hesitate to stay there again.

Reviewed by Kenneth 27th November 2023

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Reviewed by Kathryn 12th November 2023

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Reviewed by Loraine 16th October 2023

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Reviewed by Angela 9th October 2023

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Reviewed by Linda 26th September 2023

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Reviewed by Gary 18th September 2023

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Reviewed by Andrew 4th June 2023

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Really enjoyed this one, a little more pricey than we would have liked but very nice. A/V equipment is appalling for this price point, fix the telly situation!

Reviewed by Catherine 23rd May 2023

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The property itself is excellent - very good location, sitting room views, neutral decor, good bathrooms. Website description was very accurate apart from the extra futon in Bed 2 which was in the way. BUT, the property needs some maintenance and TLC: Bed 1's loo streams after flushing; Bed 2's bed needs the bedframe screws tightening; kitchen tap Read moredrips (though the low pressure was fixed - thanks); kettle badly needs descaling; 3 out of 5 wall light bulbs needed changing (done, thanks); salt grinder broken. Grubby table mats, washing up bowl, cutlery, info folder. No dishwasher tabs, bin bags, ovengloves, kitchen foil. On departure we were asked to strip the beds 'to protect the cleaners' - from what? Covid? The WHO has declared Covid over! Could do with some simple instructions for the TV - there are three boxes and remotes and it's not clear how to get normal terrestrial TV. The property was poor value last week because of the scaffolding obscuring the view from every window - I can send photos is you wish. Had you warned me in advance I could have rebooked for a later date. The lack of private parking due to the scaffolding turned out not to be a problem because there are 8 visitor spaces between 32 properties and it's early in the season. When I arrived I noticed the kitchen water pressure was very low and rang 0800 0487197 and it didn't connect at 6:15 on Friday evening. I tried to email you but your email turns out to be 'no reply' so I had to go to your office in High Street, Swanage on Saturday morning. A premium priced property without premium maintenance and service, and unfortunate scaffolding in our week. You seem to wait until a customer complains before doing anything about issues that the cleaners must be aware of ... but by that time you've lost the customer. Hide

Reviewed by Jeremy 21st November 2022

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After 50 years staying in self catering accommodation in the UK and Europe this was the first time we have ever been asked for a deposit. I object to receiving so many emails and text messages informing me that we must not arrive before 1600 and that we had to leave by 1000; one would have been quite enough.

Reviewed by Neil 17th October 2022

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I property was great. We had problems with noise from 14 the Haven. I complained by email and contacted the local office. I heard nothing back. This upset my wife. She has a recurring Brain tumour and we came for peace and quiet. So loud musics between 11.30 pm and 2.30 am was not appreciated. Even worse was the lack of response.

Reviewed by Linda 9th October 2022

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The property felt very clean when we arrived. The Little Birds Cleaners are excellent, There was scones, jam and cream waiting for us in the fridge in a little birds box, a lovely gesture! The property was very well equipped and everything worked well. Thank you!.

Reviewed by Gerald 26th June 2022

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