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# 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)

![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)

![Property grounds - The Swanage Rail Lookout (Swanage)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114100000/114090700/114090693/577ec1f1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit)

![Dining - The Swanage Rail Lookout (Swanage)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114100000/114090700/114090693/185f0efc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit)

![Living area - The Swanage Rail Lookout (Swanage)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114100000/114090700/114090693/73ea2853.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

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## 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

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## Policies

### Check-in

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

### Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

### Special check-in instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools 

### Pets

Pets are allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

### Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

### Smoking

Smoking is not permitted 

### Payment types at the property

## 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

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

Located in Swanage, this cottage is next to a golf course and near the beach. While the natural beauty of Bournemouth Beach and Lulworth Cove can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Poole Harbour. Swanage Railway and Santa-Fe Fun Park are also worth visiting. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby. [Visit our Swanage travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Swanage.dx5707)

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158 Kings Road West, Swanage, England, BH19 1HT

### What's nearby

- ![View from the town](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5707/a1afd9c7-65db-4764-8295-c849c2d6c521.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
Swanage Beach  
14 min walk \- 0.8 miles
- ![Tilly Whim Caves just further along the coast path from the Lighthouse.  
#LifeatExpedia  
#StunningStructure](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5707/bf316e78-21bf-43c1-9f38-632cb1d47ef8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
Durlston Country Park  
14 min walk \- 0.8 miles
- ![Jurassic Coast](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635998143517/df9d8755-7b81-4a85-a556-f42f0cd6c73d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
Dorset and East Devon Coast  
3 min drive \- 1.3 miles
- Pier Beach  
15 min walk \- 0.8 miles
- Swanage Pier  
20 min walk \- 1.1 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
- The Cellar Bar  
15 min walk
- The Cornish Bakery  
14 min walk
- G Whites  
16 min walk

## Frequently asked questions

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