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The Old Barn, Swanage

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Swanage, England
  • Place, Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Langton Matravers Museum
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Swanage Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)
    ‪61 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Swanage

Located within a mile (2 km) of Langton Matravers Museum, this vacation home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Isle of Purbeck. The vacation home includes a kitchen and a fireplace.

What's nearby

  • Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Langton Matravers Museum - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Swanage Beach - 7 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Poole Harbour - 43 min drive - 21.4 miles
  • Bournemouth Beach - 56 min drive - 25.9 miles

Getting around

  • Wareham Harman's Cross Station - 17 min walk
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Grand Hotel - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Square & Compass - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Purbeck House Hotel and Louisa Lodge - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Corfe Castle Tea Rooms - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Greggs - ‬5 min drive

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 Old Barn, Swanage

Summary:

This impressive, detached barn conversion near Swanage sleeps eight people in three bedrooms.



The Space:

The Old Barn is an outstanding, stone-built barn conversion offering superb holiday accommodation near Swanage in Dorset. With three bedrooms including one ground floor double and two family rooms with one double and one single, this wonderful cottage sleeps eight people comfortably. There's also a ground floor wet room, a first floor bathroom, a spacious kitchen with dining area overlooked by a mezzanine landing, plus a sitting room with woodburner. Outside, there is a front gravelled area and use of the owner's field opposite the property. The Old Barn sits in a fantastic position, just 200 yards from passing steam trains, and just over 2 miles from the coast. With plenty of nearby activities, this is a superb holiday cottage for a family getaway.



The Neighborhood:

The small, family-friendly seaside resort of Swanage is situated at the eastern end of Dorset’s famous Jurassic Coast, on the celebrated Isle of Purbeck and is probably best known for its wonderful, gently shelving golden sands. The little town itself offers visitors a wealth of interesting shops and plenty of good pubs and restaurants, some of which specialise in locally-caught fish, and is also well known for its annual jazz festival, which takes place each July.
The vacation home features a kitchen. Other standard amenities include a washing machine and a fireplace.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Dishwasher

Bathroom

  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18

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.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to do within easy reach of this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Swanage, close to Swanage Beach, Corfe Castle, and Sandbanks Beach. You'll also find Dorset and East Devon Coast and Isle of Purbeck within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at The Old Barn, Swanage?

As of Jun 13, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Old Barn, Swanage on Jun 25, 2026 start from $1,256, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Will I be able to park at The Old Barn, Swanage?

No, there isn't parking at this vacation home.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

What do couples enjoy most about The Old Barn, Swanage?

Couples staying at this vacation home will appreciate amenities like a fireplace and a kitchen as well as a garden.

Are there hot tubs at The Old Barn, Swanage?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at The Old Barn, Swanage?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this vacation home.

Where is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.), which is 25.4 mi away (50 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Old Barn, Swanage?

No, there aren't any house with balconies at The Old Barn, Swanage.

The Old Barn, Swanage Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

9.0/10

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Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lucy N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ideal location for seeing the beautiful countryside of Dorest

The location allowed for a relaxing time. Plenty of space for the whole party. Ample parking .footpaths around the home to walk from.When the Steam railway is working a great view of the trains going pass.Swanage and many other attractions very close by so an ideal base.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024