Title: The Swanage Rail Lookout Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - 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 # The Swanage Rail Lookout Cottage in Swanage with kitchen ## Photo gallery for The Swanage Rail Lookout ![Beach nearby - The Swanage Rail Lookout (Swanage)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114100000/114090700/114090693/421feb78.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Cottage | Exterior - The Swanage Rail Lookout (Swanage)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114100000/114090700/114090693/w1875h1059x0y0-55d3fc3b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, dishwasher, electric kettle, toaster - The Swanage Rail Lookout (Swanage)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114100000/114090700/114090693/57d69db4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - The Swanage Rail Lookout (Swanage)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114100000/114090700/114090693/0ee5c4de.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi - The Swanage Rail Lookout (Swanage)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114100000/114090700/114090693/9079a22f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Take advantage of an adjacent golf course, a garden and a playground at The Swanage Rail Lookout. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - 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. ### The Swanage Rail Lookout Cottage in Swanage with kitchen This smoke-free cottage features a garden, free self-parking and free Wi-Fi in public areas. The cottage features free WiFi and a washing machine, plus a kitchen with a fridge and a dishwasher. 2 bathrooms, an electric kettle and a shower are among the other amenities available to guests. Housekeeping is not available. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Accommodation at this 3-star cottage has kitchens with fridges, kitchenware and utensils and dishwashers. Bathrooms include a shower. The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free self parking on site - Limited on-site self parking - Onsite parking includes off-street options ### Family friendly - Playground ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 2 private bathrooms - Shower ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - No housekeeping service ### Location highlights - Next to a golf course ### Things to do - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby ### 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 - Garden - Individual decor - Individual furnishings ## Similar properties ![Fridge, electric kettle, toaster, cookware/dishes/utensils](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114110000/114106000/114105975/663d968f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sea Breeze Swanage - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-08&endDate=2026-01-09&selected=114105975&PinnedHotelID=114105975&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83410000/83405600/83405546/41bcfd74.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Swanage Bay Swanage - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-08&endDate=2026-01-09&selected=83405546&PinnedHotelID=83405546&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Cottage | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59660000/59650600/59650553/36ac978a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Swanage Town Apartment Swanage - Kitchen - Washing machine - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi £350 includes taxes & fees 5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-05&endDate=2026-01-06&selected=59650553&PinnedHotelID=59650553&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Cottage | Private kitchen | Dishwasher, cookware/dishes/utensils](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48280000/48279900/48279861/01ac1c15.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Studland Cottage Swanage - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi £620 includes taxes & fees 6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-06&endDate=2026-01-07&selected=48279861&PinnedHotelID=48279861&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Cottage | Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96230000/96223000/96222982/46326927.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Cabin Swanage - Kitchen - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space 10 Exceptional 1 review £342 includes taxes & fees 6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-06&endDate=2026-01-07&selected=96222982&PinnedHotelID=96222982&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Cottage | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59650000/59650000/59649982/164c26ea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hill View Swanage - Kitchen - Washing machine - Pet-friendly - Parking included 6.0 1 review £353 includes taxes & fees 29 Dec - 30 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-29&endDate=2025-12-30&selected=59649982&PinnedHotelID=59649982&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Cabin | Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103760000/103759400/103759397/c687b967.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Glamping Cabin - Great for Hikers - Breakfast Inc! 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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 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 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 The Swanage Rail Lookout Cottage The Swanage Rail Lookout Swanage The Swanage Rail Lookout Cottage Swanage ## 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%7C50.61113%2C-1.97158&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=6NzLdyboV3uGkhv439biz_-3Bno=) 158 Kings Road West, Swanage, England, BH19 1HT #### What's nearby - Swanage Beach \- 14 min walk \- 0.8 miles - Durlston Country Park \- 14 min walk \- 0.8 miles - Pier Beach \- 15 min walk \- 0.8 miles - Swanage Pier \- 20 min walk \- 1.1 miles - Dorset and East Devon Coast \- 3 min drive \- 1.3 miles #### Getting around - Swanage Station - 11 min walk - Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 59 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Ocean Bay Beach Bar & Restaurant - ‬2 min drive - ‪Coastal Crust Pizzeria - ‬9 min walk - ‪Greggs - ‬13 min walk - ‪The Cellar Bar - ‬15 min walk - ‪The Cornish Bakery - ‬14 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Swanage Rail Lookout pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at The Swanage Rail Lookout? ### What time is check-in at The Swanage Rail Lookout? ### What time is check-out at The Swanage Rail Lookout? ### Where is The Swanage Rail Lookout located? ## Have a question? 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