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Taunton House B&B

3.0 star property

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Double or Twin Room (Room 3 Pet Friendly) | Bathroom | Shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer
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Double or Twin Room (Room 3 Pet Friendly) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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4 Taunton Road, Swanage, England, BH19 2BY
  • Place, Swanage Pier
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Swanage Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Dorset and East Devon Coast
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)
    ‪65 min drive‬

Room options

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Double Room (Room 1 No Dogs) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Double Room (Room 1 No Dogs)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Double Room (Room 2 Pet Friendly) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Double Room (Room 2 Pet Friendly)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Double or Twin Room (Room 3 Pet Friendly) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Double or Twin Room (Room 3 Pet Friendly)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Triple Room (Room 4 Pet Friendly) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Triple Room (Room 4 Pet Friendly)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Swanage

Taunton House B&B places you within a 10-minute stroll of popular attractions such as Swanage Pier and Swanage Beach. This 8-room, 3-star bed & breakfast welcomes guests with free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Pier Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Swanage Pier - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Swanage Beach - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Dorset and East Devon Coast - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Durlston Country Park - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Swanage Station - 5 min walk
  • Southampton (SOU) - 95 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Crows Nest Inn - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪The Purbeck House Hotel and Louisa Lodge - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪White Horse Inn - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Pier Head - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Burnt Toast - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Taunton House B&B

Taunton House B&B features free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and express check-in. Free parking is available if you drive. Staff members are on hand to provide luggage storage and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Additional amenities include express check-out, free newspapers, and a terrace.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with digital channels. Bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Other amenities include electric kettles, safes, and desks.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1862
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for free
  • Dogs only
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • This property doesn't allow children 10 and younger (only guests older than 10 are allowed)

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Pet deposit: GBP 50 per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 5:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
Checking in and out are easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Taunton House B B
Taunton House B&B
Taunton House B&B Swanage
Taunton House Swanage
Dorset
Taunton House B&b Swanage
Taunton House B&B Bed & breakfast
Taunton House B&B Bed & breakfast Swanage

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do close to Taunton House B&B?

Located steps from Pier Beach, this bed & breakfast is in Swanage, and within a 10-minute walk of Swanage Beach and Swanage Railway. You'll also find Dorset and East Devon Coast and Durlston Country Park less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Taunton House B&B?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the bed & breakfast.

Does Taunton House B&B feature a casino?

No, Taunton House B&B doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Taunton House B&B?

No, there is no indoor pool at this bed & breakfast.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Taunton House B&B?

Couples staying at this bed & breakfast will appreciate amenities like a rainfall showerhead as well as a free daily breakfast and a terrace.

Does Taunton House B&B have a hot tub?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Taunton House B&B feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Taunton House B&B offers free cooked-to-order breakfasts each morning though there is no restaurant.

Does Taunton House B&B allow pets to stay free of charge?

Yes, dogs can stay for free at Taunton House B&B.

Does Taunton House B&B have connecting rooms available?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Taunton House B&B?

The closest major airport to Taunton House B&B is Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.), which is 18.5 mi away (63 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Taunton House B&B?

No, there aren't any guestrooms at Taunton House B&B that offer a balcony.

Taunton House B&B Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 59 out of 59 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 59 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 59 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 59 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 59 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Louisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A lovely B&B with great hosts. Spotlessly clean, excellent breakfast and a super comfy bed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place!

Location to town center, restaurants was excellent, room clean, well appointed, owners amazing, breakfast great. Nice stay, thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My husband and I had a lovely stay at Taunton House. Nothing was too much trouble for Michelle and Bill. Good location, parking on-site & nice breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Antoinette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property location was well positioned for shops and pubs, beach was only a short walk. The hosts Bill and Michelle were very welcoming and most helpful, with knowledge of surrounding area's. The B&B was very clean with lovely rooms. The breakfast was great with plenty of choice.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fabulous B&B

Excellent in every way, such a lovely house, friendly, professional, could not have asked for more, would definitely recommend and would definitely love to stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Grant

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommended bed and breakfast Made to feel very welcome and nothing was too much trouble for the lovely owners
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely B& B, kept exceptionally clean. The breakfasts were excellent. Owners Michele and Bill very friendly and couldn't do enough to ensure I was happy during my stay and had everything I needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Spent a lovely few days at Taunton House BB couldn’t wish for more. Very friendly,spotlessly clean and an excellent breakfast. Oh and beautiful weather. What more could you possibly want.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great!

Great location. Great host. We arrived late after being delayed in the rain - no problem. Great breakfast, plenty of choice. Definitely recommend this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really made to feel at home, excellent breakfast, great location at the heart of Swanage with easy free parking lovely well decorated house. Efficiently run with a great deal of care.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

An excellent place to stay

Our stay was excellent. The accommodation was clean and comfortable. The service was welcoming and nothing was too much trouble. Breakfast was delicious.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Exceptional b & b

Exceptional b & b who went out of their way to ensure we had a relaxing and pleasant stay. Rooms and ensuite were immaculately clean. Delicious breakfast with good selection of quality local produce.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great B&B

Absolutely great B&B! Fantastic choices for breakfast, which was simple the best we’ve ever eaten in a B&B. Everything super clean, and the attention to detail made this place special. Great care taken to cater for dietary requirements including gluten free biscuits in the room. Lovely shower and spotless bathroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Gala Weekend.

Excellent accommodation, very friendly and attentive, lovely breakfast. Close to the railway and seafront. Very enjoyable.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maggie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about the guest house was superb, including the en-suite bedroom and the breakfast. The hosts were so helpful and friendly, they even made our dog welcome with dog bowl, blanket, towel and treats in the bedroom. It was the perfect end to out fortnight's walking holiday on the South West coastal path and we would certainly stay at Taunton House again if we ever returned to the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful bed and breakfast guest house in Swanage

Brillant place to stay! Michele and Bill are excellent hosts and make you feel very welcomed. Tauton house is beautifully decorated with a nautical theme - which is very appropriate with its proximity to the sea at Swanage - and well maintained. Wonderful breakfast. We would highly recommend and intend to stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A welcome stay

A very friendly welcome. The room was stylish, clean and perfect for our needs. Michele and Bill were great hosts and the daily breakfast was varied, plentiful and tasty. I would strongly recommend this house as it is ideally situated for the town, beach and amenities.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

5* b&b

Unexpectly excellent could not fault a thing.We will definitely go back in the near future, what more can we say.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zsuzsanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My boyfriend and I stayed here for 3 nights for a long weekend visiting Swanage and could not have found a better B&B. Michele and Bill are lovely, friendly and welcoming hosts and have created a fantastic, clean and well furnished B&B. We especially enjoyed the breakfasts here which were cooked to perfection and could be fully customisable, such a good start to our days thank you :) We stayed in the top room which was spacious and had it's own spotless toilet and shower. Parking is available behind the house and the seafront is a stone's throw away. We are looking forward to our next visit!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very welcoming

Lovely home, friendly atmosphere and dog treats! Who could ask for more. Close to the high street and seafront. Good breakfast. Only downside for us was the parking...we were coming from different directions and there is only one spot included with the room - absolutely understandable but left me with having to park down the road in the long term car park. But at only £8 for 24 hours we were fine with that. We would stay again if we find ourselves back in Swanage.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly hosts with excellent service. The rooms were clean and good COVID awareness. It was a good central location for visiting the local attractions.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely B&B

A lovely B&B. Room was comfortable and spotless. The breakfast was fresh with a good choice. Perfectly situated about 100 yards from pubs, shops and sea front. Michelle and Bill perfect hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect comfort

Stays in B&Bs don't come better than one with Bill and Michelle - and I hate B&Bs usually I'm strictly a hotel person, but for me this is much more of a small boutique hotel. Love it here & proximity to great diving & the amazing Black swan for dinner completes the perfection.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
An ideal location for visiting nearby attractions, Swanage town centre and the beach. The owners were very friendly and were COVID aware. The room was clean and the breakfast was exceptional. The parking for the property was the only real issue but it is to be expected when close to the town centre.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MarkWhite

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent sevice from Bill and Michelle clean room great breakfast and a great location
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020