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Chabar

Swanage, Dorset
Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Change Sat
Dogs welcome 2
4 star
Apartment
Parking on site / nearby
Towels included
Family friendly
Romantic
Fishing on site / nearby
Internet access
Enclosed garden / patio
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
Beach within easy reach
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At a glance

  • Charming ground-floor apartment, set close to Swanage Bay
  • Welcoming social spaces throughout with electric fire, period features and outdoor seating
  • Stunning coastal location within 100 metres of the Jurassic Coast, beach and coast path
Property code: OC-C27919

For an adventure-filled Dorset holiday, stay at this two-bedroom apartment just 350 metres from Swanage Bay’s golden sands. You’ll have the charming promenade, friendly cafés and great restaurants all within 0.5 miles, so plenty to do in the surrounding area. For a fun day out, board the iconic Swanage Heritage Railway (1 mile) and be pulled through the Purbeck countryside to Corfe (5.5 miles) or on to Norden (6.5 miles). This ground-floor property has space for up to four guests, making it ideal for families or small groups of friends.

You’ll have your own private entrance leading into this bright and welcoming dwelling, which has plenty of space to unwind after exciting days out. The spacious living room has comfy sofas, dual-aspect windows and a Smart TV – ideal for film nights – plus a handy desk if you need to catch up on the odd email. Rustle up breakfast or dinner in the well-equipped kitchen before settling into the elegant dining room, with its lovely period fireplace. In terms of bedrooms, there’s a cosy double bedroom overlooking the front plus a peaceful twin. Completing the indoors space is a stylish family bathroom where you can soak in the bath or have a quick shower. When the sun’s out, the small but perfectly formed enclosed courtyard – accessible via both the kitchen and dining room – is a wonderful spot for your morning cuppa.

With Dorset’s World Heritage Coast right on your doorstep, this is a brilliant base for beach days, water adventures or simply soaking up classic coastal charm. Visit the dramatic ruins of Corfe Castle, wander coastal trails at Durlston Country Park (2.5 miles) or head to Poole (19.5 miles) for Europe’s largest natural harbour and boat trips to wildlife-rich Brownsea Island. If you’re craving more breathtaking scenery, the famous natural wonders of Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door are just 18 miles away.

  • 2 bedrooms – 1 double and 1 twin
  • 1 bathroom – shower over bath and WC
  • Gas double oven and hob, washing machine, fridge, freezer, microwave, coffee machine
  • Wood burner-effect electric fire
  • Smart TV in living room
  • Enclosed paved courtyard with seating
  • Private parking for 1 car
  • Pub 100 metres, shops under a mile
  • Ground floor apartment  -wheelchair access through the front door and bathroom is not wide enough for wheelchairs
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 2 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Samantha Banner

This property is personally managed by Samantha.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 17 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Christine 26th May 2026

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Reviewed by Peter 19th May 2026

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Excellent property, very well equipped, great location would stay again

Reviewed by Melvyn 4th May 2026

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The Flat was very convenient for buses,dog walking and beach. Very comfortable and spacious and would definitely stay there again.

Reviewed by Wendy 12th April 2026

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Chabar is a very comfortable, spacious and thoughtfully equipped holiday apartment in a convenient location. It made our week long stay in Swanage very enjoyable.

Reviewed by Geoff 2nd November 2025

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We found the apartment was very comfortable and well equipped. The bottle of wine and fresh flowers were a nice touch. The location was very good as it was close to the sea front and the local shops. The apartment was let as being dog friendly. However, the small back yard was not really suitable for our dog.

Reviewed by Sue 23rd October 2025

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The website details for the cottage were spot on . Close to the beach and town centre.

Reviewed by Jane 7th October 2025

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This property is a two double bedroomed ground floor flat. It was very suitable for our holiday. It was within easy walking distance of the beach and the town. All the rooms were large enough and we'll equipped. The outside area is quite a small patio area but enough for our 2 dogs to dot necessary things of life. Would recommend and would possiblyRead more stay again. Hide

Reviewed by Sally 28th September 2025

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Lovely big, bright, clean, comfortable flat. Everything we needed provided. Good equipment, shower and heating. Owners very helpful.

Reviewed by Louisa 2nd August 2025

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A very spacious and clean ground floor flat. Excellent location for us, 5 mins walk to the beach and 15 mins walk into town for shops etc. We had everything we needed as a family of 4 and a dog. Thankyou to the hosts!

Reviewed by Sally 23rd June 2025

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This apartment was bigger than my house. Everything you could possibly need was included. Fully fitted kitchen with everything you could think of - home from home. Fantastic location. 5-10 minutes walk down to beach, which was dog friendly. There is a pub "The Crow's Nest" just a few metres away. Bus stop on both sides of road. We used the bus "BreRead moreezer 50" open top several times to go to Bournemouth via Studland chain ferry. Fare 3 each way. The views were spectacular. Lovely walk along promenade to shops, with plenty of places to eat and drink. We went of Swanage Steam Train to end of line, where there is a mine museum, very interesting, then got off at Corfe Castle. We also walked costal path to Dunstan Castle, quite steep in places and found an easier route back down. So many places to visit along this coast. Will definately be booking again. Thank you so much to Margaret and Clive for letting us know apartment was ready in morning. Such a wonderful holiday Hide

Reviewed by Philip 5th June 2025

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Reviewed by Fergal 5th April 2025

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Perfectly placed for the Steam Gala, the Railway being a 15/20 minute walk or it is short walk down the hill for the beach and a walk along the shore. A comfortable, well equipped "home" to stay in. Thank you for the welcome pack, most appreciated

Reviewed by Robert 29th December 2024

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Lovely stay would definitely stay again. Spacious clean and everything you need. Kitchen again we'll equipped. please with the property

Reviewed by Darren 30th October 2024

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Reviewed by Anne 9th October 2024

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Had great stay in lovely Chabar

Reviewed by Allan 28th September 2024

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Reviewed by Maurice 30th June 2024

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Our dog is trained to only poo/wee on grass and there was none available in the cottage or outside until you walked a distance away. We stayed in an extremely hot period and there were no fan's available. The cottage was very clean and well equipped but the outside area was very basic and let the cottage down.

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Island Cottage Holidays is a trading name of The Travel Chapter Limited | The Travel Chapter Limited is registered in England and Wales. | Registered office Travel Chapter House, Gammaton Road, Bideford, EX39 4DF. Company No. 02431506 | VAT reg: 143053210.