Title: Below Decks - a fully managed saturday that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Below Decks - a fully managed saturday that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83230000/83225800/83225773/19f4125c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83230000/83225800/83225773/7add4624.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83230000/83225800/83225773/0e6e2af2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83230000/83225800/83225773/348a0a56.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83230000/83225800/83225773/f00f8871.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Below Decks, a newly refurbished seafront holiday home in Swanage, offers the perfect blend of relaxation and adventure. With a beautiful open plan kitchen/diner, comfortable sofas in the sitting area for cosy nights in together with 42-inch smart TV and DVD player. The three bedrooms include one en-suite shower room while you can also unwind at the family bathroom with generous bath or enjoy outdoor space on patio seating four people. ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61200 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Pet-friendly - Washer - Kitchen - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Below Decks - a fully managed saturday that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms Below Decks is a newly refurbished, seafront holiday home that sleeps 6 guests across 3 comfortable bedrooms. Situated on the Parade in the heart of Swanage with family-friendly beach, restaurants and local shops directly on your doorstep, this accommodation is perfect for a relaxing coastal getaway. Below Decks is accessed via a few steps and laid over one floor (basement), it has no sea views. Leave your car in the private parking space at the rear, and enter the enchanting garden flat for a warm welcome. You'll find a beautiful open plan kitchen/diner, finished with contemporary units and oak worktops. It's fully equipped with a built-in forced air combination oven grill and microwave, ceramic hob, stainless steel cooker hood, integrated dishwasher and a fridge with freezer compartment. The dining table seats six guests and is perfect to settle down and enjoy a delicious meal. The sitting area is equipped with comfortable sofas, a smart 42-inch TV and DVD for enjoying cosy nights in together. You can relax in one of the three bedrooms. The master bedroom has a king size bed, built-in open wardrobe and en suite shower room. If you wish to have a glimpse of sea, feel free to hop up into one of the light well seats and pop the glass hatch - the sea is only meters away! The second bedroom has also a king size bed and a chest of drawers for your convenience. The third bedroom has two twin beds with a chest of drawers and some extra shelving for your favourite books. The family bathroom is equipped with generous bath with curved screen, waterfall tap, WC and a thermostatically controlled shower, allowing you lots of room to unwind and soak in the bath after a busy day of exploring the Jurassic coast. There is an outhouse/utility room containing a washing machine, WC and a separate shower where you can wash off your sandy feet, or store bicycles and beach gear. Outside you can find a patio with garden table and benches, to comfortably seat four. Below Decks is a pet-friendly holiday home. Swanage is one of Dorset's most popular family resorts offering an historic pier, local souvenir shops, lots of cafes and restaurants, and a long list of attractions for fabulous days out on the Jurassic Coast. Further west, you can discover many more natural wonders, to include horseshoe-shaped cove of Lulworth Cove and Dorset gem - Durdle Door. You can get back in time by taking a ride on a steam train through the countryside and explore the famous ruins of Corfe Castle. The famous Poole harbour is 20 miles away and has a variety of ferry trips on offer, including one to Brownsea Island - red squirrels famous place not to be missed out if you are in Dorset! ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach ### Internet - Available in the cottage: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Dishwasher - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Books - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Fenced yard - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location ### Things to do - Fishing 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) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,200 square feet ## Similar properties ![Smart TV, DVD player, stereo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30910000/30905700/30905642/7b0302d9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Water's Edge - Sea Front Self Catering Apartment in the Heart of Swanage Swanage - Sea view - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 27 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-11&selected=30905642&PinnedHotelID=30905642&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24310000/24306400/24306353/4424d698.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Purbeck cottage near Swanage & Studland - views of Corfe and I of Wight Langton Matravers - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi 9.4 Exceptional 68 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-11&selected=24306353&PinnedHotelID=24306353&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27130000/27121800/27121754/eaa7a61e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### OUR LOVELY HOME WITH KITCHEN BALCONY WITH VIEWS OVER SWANAGE BAY/PURBECK HILLS Swanage - Sea view - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi 9.8 Exceptional 36 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-11&selected=27121754&PinnedHotelID=27121754&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33590000/33584300/33584232/39317ab0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cosy, three-bed short walk from Studland's beaches Studland - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.8 Exceptional 97 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-11&selected=33584232&PinnedHotelID=33584232&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/80000000/79390000/79381900/79381896/w1615h1080x153y0-c7b1ee4a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Holly Cottage Poole. Quaint Thatch. Jurassic Coast Lytchett Matravers - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.2 Wonderful 5 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-11&selected=79381896&PinnedHotelID=79381896&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83090000/83086800/83086759/45ca732e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Purbeck Escape - high end family holiday home Swanage - Washer - Outdoor space - Parking available - Microwave [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-11&selected=83086759&PinnedHotelID=83086759&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88720000/88716800/88716753/d2db351c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Spacious Swanage Townhouse with Incredible View and Near to Beach Sleeps 10 Swanage - Sea view - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly 9.8 Exceptional 6 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-11&selected=88716753&PinnedHotelID=88716753&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83090000/83086800/83086747/add540d1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lizards Rest - a large budget friendly home for the extended family Swanage - Kitchen - Washer - Outdoor space - Parking available 10 Exceptional 2 reviews £1,030 includes taxes & fees 18 Oct - 19 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-18&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=83086747&PinnedHotelID=83086747&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV, DVD player](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106550000/106549500/106549475/631abb1f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Pebbles - The Haven, Swanage Swanage - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi - Parking available 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-11&selected=106549475&PinnedHotelID=106549475&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dishwasher, high chair](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90060000/90055300/90055274/a8a2a8e6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 3 bedroom accommodation in Swanage Swanage - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi - Outdoor space 6.0 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-11&selected=90055274&PinnedHotelID=90055274&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 21 ### 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 ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 609796 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C50.60868%2C-1.95633&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=neJyHmWMjpgbcZ36QxJLjZjDj1c=) Swanage #### What's nearby - Swanage Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles - Swanage Pier - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles - Durlston Country Park - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles - Great Globe - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles - Studland Beach and Nature Reserve - 6 min drive - 3.8 miles #### Getting around - Swanage Station - 4 min walk - Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 62 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Greggs - ‬2 min walk - ‪G Whites - ‬2 min walk - ‪The Fish Plaice - ‬1 min walk - ‪The Ship Inn - ‬1 min walk - ‪The White Swan - ‬1 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Below Decks - a fully managed saturday that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Below Decks - a fully managed saturday that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Below Decks - a fully managed saturday that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Below Decks - a fully managed saturday that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms located? > Situated on the beach, this cottage is within a 5-minute walk of Pier Beach and Swanage Beach. Swanage Pier and Durlston Country Park are also within 15 minutes. Swanage Station is only a 4-minute walk and Swanage Herston Halt Station is 26 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Below Decks - a fully managed saturday that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms Reviews 9.8 ### Exceptional 17 external reviews ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [The Coppid Beech Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bracknell-Hotels-The-Coppid-Beech-Hotel.h3809.Hotel-Information) > > [Carden Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chester-Hotels-Carden-Park.h190780.Hotel-Information) > > [Hampton by Hilton London Gatwick Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gatwick-Hotels-Hampton-By-Hilton-London-Gatwick-Airport.h7234788.Hotel-Information) > > [Hampton by Hilton London Stansted Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stansted-Hotels-Hampton-By-Hilton-London-Stansted-Airport.h18464320.Hotel-Information) > > [Stratford Manor Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stratford-Upon-Avon-Hotels-Stratford-Manor.h27936.Hotel-Information) > > [Ashford International Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ashford-Hotels-Ashford-International-Hotel.h527123.Hotel-Information) > > [Retallack Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/St-Columb-Major-Hotels-Retallack-Resort.h4537229.Hotel-Information) > > [Bloc Hotel London Gatwick Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gatwick-Hotels-Bloc-Hotel-London-Gatwick-Airport.h6594190.Hotel-Information) > > [Sand Bay Holiday Village](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Weston-Super-Mare-Hotels-Sand-Bay-Holiday-Village.h11443695.Hotel-Information) > > [St Michael's Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Falmouth-Hotels-St-Michaels-Resort.h2951426.Hotel-Information) > > [Crowne Plaza Stratford Upon Avon by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stratford-Upon-Avon-Hotels-Crowne-Plaza-Stratford-Upon-Avon.h11307.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton London Gatwick Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gatwick-Hotels-Hilton-London-Gatwick-Airport.h20753.Hotel-Information) > > [Norbreck Castle Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Blackpool-Hotels-Norbreck-Castle-Hotel.h6377.Hotel-Information) > > [Eastwell Manor, Champneys Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ashford-Hotels-Eastwell-Manor.h905662.Hotel-Information) > > [Camelot Castle Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tintagel-Hotels-Camelot-Castle-Hotel.h8083111.Hotel-Information) > > [Hollins Hall Hotel, Golf & Country Club](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Shipley-Hotels-Hollins-Hall-Hotel.h63744.Hotel-Information) > > [Chesford Grange Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kenilworth-Hotels-Chesford-Grange.h920291.Hotel-Information) > > [Grand Burstin Hotel Folkestone](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Folkestone-Hotels-Grand-Burstin-Hotel-Folkestone.h1201483.Hotel-Information) > > [The Mill Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chester-Hotels-The-Mill-Hotel-Spa.h1695656.Hotel-Information) > > [Village Hotel Manchester Ashton](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ashton-Under-Lyne-Hotels-Village-Hotel-Manchester-Ashton.h1848975.Hotel-Information) > > [The Winchester Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Winchester-Hotels-The-Winchester-Hotel-Spa.h26080.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton at St George's Park, Burton Upon Trent](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Burton-On-Trent-Hotels-Hilton-At-St-Georges-Park.h5094740.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson Blu Hotel Manchester, Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Manchester-Hotels-Radisson-Blu-Hotel-Manchester.h120016.Hotel-Information) > > [The Spa Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Royal-Tunbridge-Wells-Hotels-The-Spa-Hotel.h8849.Hotel-Information) > > [Hythe Imperial Hotel Spa & Golf](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hythe-Hotels-Hythe-Imperial-Hotel-Spa-Golf.h9108.Hotel-Information) > > [The Rutland Arms Hotel, Bakewell, Derbyshire](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bakewell-Hotels-The-Rutland-Arms-Hotel.h792056.Hotel-Information) > > [Harbour Beach Club & Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Salcombe-Hotels-Harbour-Beach-Club-Hotel-Spa.h2261933.Hotel-Information) > > [Fistral Beach Hotel and Spa - Adults Only](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Newquay-Hotels-Fistral-Beach-Hotel-And-Spa-Adults-Only.h1895493.Hotel-Information) > > [Worcester Whitehouse](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Worcester-Hotels-Worcester-Whitehouse.h18498.Hotel-Information) > > [Cotswolds Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chipping-Norton-Hotels-Cotswolds-Hotel-Spa.h13106835.Hotel-Information)