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The Compass

3.5 star property

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A beach with a cliff, a red sign, and buoys in the water.
A bedroom with a wooden headboard, a bed with multiple pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.
A traditional stone building with a white facade and blue accents, featuring a front door, windows, and a small garden area with potted plants and a metal table and chairs.
A dining area with a wooden table, chairs, a television, and a forest-themed curtain.
A hallway leading to a living room with a wooden floor, a small table with a plant, and a sofa. There are shelves with decorative items and a sign that reads "SEA".

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Swanage, England
  • Place, Swanage Pier
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Swanage Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Dorset and East Devon Coast
    ‪11 min walk‬

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About the neighborhood

Swanage

This cottage places you next to Swanage Museum and Heritage Centre and within a 5-minute walk of Pier Beach. The 3.5-star cottage includes a kitchen, a refrigerator, and a TV.
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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 - 6 min walk
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Purbeck House Hotel and Louisa Lodge - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Pier Head - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Grand Hotel - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Crows Nest Inn - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Ship Inn - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Compass

At this cottage, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas. You can take advantage of free parking if you drive.
The cottage is individually decorated and features a kitchen and space to spread out with a separate bedroom. Guests can enjoy a TV and stay connected with free WiFi. The cottage also includes a washing machine. Housekeeping is not available.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking (max 1 space)
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower

Entertainment

  • TV

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • No housekeeping service
  • Virtual front desk

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email with check-in information
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets (service animals welcome)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Property payment types

Important information

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 and debit cards
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is professionally cleaned
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-11:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
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 and debit cards.
  • The property is professionally cleaned.

Property is also known as

The Compass Cottage
The Compass Swanage
The Compass Cottage Swanage

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do close to this cottage?

This cottage is located in Swanage, just steps from Swanage Museum and Heritage Centre and Pier Beach, and within a short walk of Swanage Beach. You'll also find Dorset and East Devon Coast and Swanage Railway less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at The Compass?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the cottage. You'll find a max of 1 space.

Is this cottage associated with a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

Does The Compass have a hot tub?

No, this cottage doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this cottage include breakfast service?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this cottage allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this cottage though service animals are welcome.

Does The Compass have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this cottage.

How far is the airport from this cottage?

The closest major airport to this cottage is Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.), which is 28.3 mi away (59 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Compass?

No, there aren't any cottage at The Compass that offer a balcony.