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3 Dolphin House

Swanage, Dorset
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This property is managed by Original Cottages info_outline

Sleeps 11
Bedrooms 6
Bathrooms 2
Change Sat
No Dogs
3 star
Apartment
Waterside Views
Highchair available
Towels included
Family friendly
Internet access
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
Beach within easy reach
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At a glance

  • A remarkable family property enjoying ample space for a large group to unwind
  • Curl up on a window seat to admire fantastic views across Swanage Bay and as far as the Isle of Wight
  • Beautifully presented interiors enhanced by the glorious coastal backdrop

Overview
Property code: OC-WY530

Panoramic sea views are on offer when staying in this fantastic three-storey house property hosting up to 11 guests. The impressive holiday home is located mere metres from Peveril Point, benefiting from unrivalled scenery yet located just half a mile from Swanage town centre. Situated on Dorset’s iconic Jurassic Heritage Coast, Swanage is awash with fantastic coastal scenery and geological intrigue. Head to Swanage Pier (0.5 miles) where you can embark on a boat trip to Poole Quay (10 miles) or embark on a scuba diving adventure. Swanage Beach (0.5 miles) presents you with sloping golden sands and glittering turquoise waters from which you can sunbathe, swim or surf when the weather is right. The South West Coast Path (less than 500 metres) offers a great chance to make the most of your surroundings on foot.

This accommodation has been thoughtfully laid out over the first, second and third floors of an instantly recognisable seafront building. A grand picture window offers a fantastic focal point in the lounge, complete with fitted window seats for sitting and admiring the view. Further seating solutions are made up of cushy sofas positioned around an ornamental fireplace and a TV and Blu-ray/DVD player. From here, continue through into the stunning kitchen/diner, with eye-catching patterned flooring. This newly refurbished space is bright and extremely spacious, complete with a large dining table where up to 11 guests can all sit around together. The first floor features the first of six bedrooms, a well-appointed double, and a shared family bathroom. Venture up to the second floor to find four further bedrooms, each one extremely inviting with comfortable beds and soft linens. These rooms are made up of a double, a twin, a single and a bunk bedroom that’s great for kids. You’ll also find a second family bathroom on this floor. A final flight of stairs leads up to the sixth and final bedroom, an extremely spacious twin bedroom with another picture window, comfy window seating and outstanding sea views.

While the accommodation doesn’t offer its own private outdoor space, you’ll find two pretty beaches within half a mile of your doorstep.

  • 6 bedrooms – 2 doubles, 2 twins, 1 bunk bed, 1 single
  • 2 bathrooms with showers over the baths and WCs
  • Gas hob, electric oven, fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher
  • Utility room with washing machine and tumble dryer
  • Welcome pack
  • Cot and highchair available (please bring your own cot linen)
  • SkyTV, Blu-ray/DVD player
  • Please bring your own beach towels
  • Parking in a public car park
  • Beach, pub and shop less than 0.5 miles
  • 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 19 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Alex 11th March 2024

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Beautiful house set so close to the sea you could almost reach out and touch it . Comfortable beds and well equipped kitchen . We had a lovely weekend here for my friends hen do , and we made great use of the fabulous large sitting room and dining area . Didnt get to explore as much as wed like due to the inclement weather but will definiteRead morely be back to see more of this gorgeous coastline Hide

Reviewed by Kay 6th December 2023

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This property is excellent hence the returning visits!! The best equipped kitchen ever. Location and value for money is excellent. Highly recommended

Reviewed by Stephen 5th November 2023

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Reviewed by E 17th October 2023

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Reviewed by Caroline 30th September 2023

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Reviewed by Catherine 26th September 2023

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Reviewed by Susan 27th August 2023

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Reviewed by Robert 20th August 2023

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Reviewed by Jane 15th August 2023

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Reviewed by Mike 6th August 2023

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Reviewed by Wendy 1st August 2023

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Reviewed by Sara 23rd July 2023

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We really enjoyed our stay at Dolphin Cottage - amazing to be so close to the sea, with fantastic views. The kitchen is well equipped (good to have more plates, bowls etc than you need); this is a rarity. Thanks for a great week - we hope to come back!

Reviewed by Julie 23rd April 2023

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Excellent and prompt service from the company to replace smoke detector batteries. Some of the items in the kitchen were unclean - the grill pan was full of grease, some plates were dirty and the freezer contained a half eaten bowl of ice cream.

Reviewed by Anita 9th April 2023

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Sofas looked lovely but were very uncomfortable. Electric shower in upstairs bathroom did not work but the one on the taps did

Reviewed by Tina 10th January 2023

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Property was in a wonderful location . Some of the furnishings etc were a bit tired but all usable. Needed to be mindful of Person in flat below . Parking a bit of a pain .

Reviewed by Jane 8th November 2022

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We loved the rambling old house, the situation, the bohemian atmosphere and the views! A great family space for the children and adults, we all enjoyed watching the sea from the big bow window and walking on Peveril point in the wind. The house was warm despite wet and wild weather. The kitchen was well equipped with some unusual things, we liked tRead morehis as we did our own catering. Would like to stay longer and explore the well stocked bookshelves! We did have difficulty finding it, the directions perhaps could have warned us against a door at the back (by car park) marked 'No. 3' with a key safe next to it. It would be helpful to have clearer information - that the entrance is at the front (seaward) side, and that it is possible to drive down and quickly unload. It also would help to know that you have to drive through a No Entry sign to reach the property. We understood there was no garden but others might benefit from some additional, positive information about the fact that the SW coats path passes below the garden and that there are interesting walks into town and onto the downs within 1 minute of the property. Some neighbours seemed overly nervous about us, which is a pity because we are considerate and respectful. Hide

Reviewed by Marcia 5th November 2022

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Only marked comfort down because all of the seating in the lounge was SO uncomfortable, either too big, too low or too hard. Beds were great. Lots of bulbs out but we mentioned this to the housekeeper so hopefully this has been rectified.

Reviewed by Laura 12th August 2022

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Excellent location, everything we needed for a 3 generation holiday. Would definitely return. All of us loved Swanage.

Reviewed by Yasmin 10th July 2022

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