Title: Gorgeous thatched cottage in Purbeck - ideal for family holidays Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=24175979&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Gorgeous thatched cottage in Purbeck - ideal for family holidays Family-friendly cottage in Wareham ## Photo gallery for Gorgeous thatched cottage in Purbeck - ideal for family holidays ![Beach - Gorgeous thatched cottage in Purbeck - ideal for family holidays (Bere Regis)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24180000/24176000/24175979/cc06843c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Gorgeous thatched cottage in Purbeck - ideal for family holidays (Bere Regis)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24180000/24176000/24175979/8ca3b35f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Gorgeous thatched cottage in Purbeck - ideal for family holidays (Bere Regis)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24180000/24176000/24175979/5fa24736.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher - Gorgeous thatched cottage in Purbeck - ideal for family holidays (Bere Regis)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24180000/24176000/24175979/6cc9b7e6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Gorgeous thatched cottage in Purbeck - ideal for family holidays (Bere Regis)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24180000/24176000/24175979/decedeae.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled in Shitterton, on the outskirts of Bere Regis, Swallows Cottage is a charming 18th century thatched cottage offering comfortable accommodation for up to five people. With its large lounge featuring a woodburner and Smart TV, fully modernised kitchen-diner with garden views, and well-maintained surroundings. ## Reviews 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5538 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space - Parking available - Fireplace ## 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. ### Gorgeous thatched cottage in Purbeck - ideal for family holidays Swallows Cottage is a stunning 18th century thatched cottage situated in Shitterton, on the outskirts of Bere Regis. This picturesque property has two bedrooms, one with a double, the other with two single beds. It can accommodate up to four people in comfort. The cottage has a large lounge with a woodburner in the fireplace, Smart TV, a large, fully modernised kitchen-diner that opens on to the garden and looks out over fields beyond, a modern bathroom and a cloakroom with second toilet and basin. There is no upstairs toilet. The cottage has modern electric radiators throughout and heated towel rails in the bathroom and cloakroom. It is well maintained and offers accommodation of great quality and character in quiet and very beautiful rural surroundings. Please note that the staircase is steep and winding, so children and the elderly should take extra care. The cottage is not suitable for people with limited mobility. The garden is large and fully enclosed, and features a sun room/play room where guests can keep bikes, prams etc. Shitterton is a quiet lane that does not carry through traffic. There is free parking directly outside the property. Swallows Cottage is professionally managed to exacting standards by the housekeeping team at GP Bespoke Cleaning, who are on call throughout your stay to assist as necessary. Freshly laundered and ironed bed linen in Egyptian cotton is provided throughout along with bath towels and a supply of logs for the fire. Changeover days are Friday in high season, flexible at other times. Check in is 4pm, check-out 10am. This is an ideal property for family holidays and will appeal to walkers, cyclists golfers and those keen on angling and diving. There are numerous attractions and beauty spots within easy reach of the cottage. The nearest towns are Wareham and Blandford Forum, which both have a good range of shops and amenities. The countryside is stunning and as a result is extremely popular with walkers and cyclists, not least for the spectacular Jurassic Coast, a World Heritage Site. Coastal beauty spots such as Lulworth Cove, Studland, Durdle Door and Swanage are all close by, as are world famous tourist attractions such as the Cerne Abbas giant, Brownsea Island in Poole Harbour, and the stunning ruins of Corfe Castle, from which visitors can take a steam train to Swanage and back. This is also the heart of Thomas Hardys Wessex, and offers the opportunity to visit the real places that provided the backdrop to his classic novels. Excellent walking maps for the Dorset coast can be ordered from www.croydecycle.co.uk For younger visitors there are numerous activities within easy reach. Bovingdon Tank Museum is less than five miles away, as is Monkey World. The Jurassic Coast has some of the best snorkelling and scuba diving sites in England with outstandingly clear water ensuring great visibility. There is a sports centre in Wareham with a public swimming pool and tennis courts. Bere Regis is about five miles from Wareham, which has the nearest local supermarket, Sainsbury's, and about nine miles south of Blandford Forum, which has a large branch of Tesco (both will deliver to this address). A fish and chip van visits the village on Friday evening (Surf & Turf, parked on Elder Road, 4.45pm-last orders 6.30pm, 07763 861133) and Saturday evening (Blue Whale, on the road outside the Royal Oak car park at the far end of the village, 4.30pm to 7pm, 07741 159502). Both take phone orders. On Wednesday evening, the Basilico pizza van is at the same place as Blue Whale. Tel. 07403 566808\. Menu at www.basilico.uk The village shop is a short walk away in the centre of Bere Regis. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Wood stove ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Fenced yard - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Handrails in stairways - No lift - Step to reach entrance - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village - Near the sea ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Swimming nearby - Windsurfing 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: 538 square feet ## Similar properties ![Cottage | Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78330000/78328800/78328734/39f41159.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Knapp Cottage Weymouth - Kitchen - Washing machine - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-25&endDate=2026-01-26&selected=78328734&PinnedHotelID=78328734&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123300000/123299100/123299072/b0f118dd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bach and harbour moments away from colourful dog friendly mid century bolthole. 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Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Rules Please note that due to fire safety rules guests are not permitted to light candles or tealights, or use a barbeque. Please do not attempt charge electric vehicles using the sockets in the cottage. This poses a fire risk. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### 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 private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts A car is required for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Gorgeous Thatched Cottage in Purbeck Ideal for Family Holidays Gorgeous Thatched Cottage in Purbeck Ideal for Family Holidays Gorgeous Thatched Cottage Purbeck Ideal Family Holidays Gorgeous Thatched Purbeck Ideal Family Holidays Bere Regis Gorgeous Thatched Cottage Purbeck Ideal Family Holidays Gorgeous Thatched Purbeck Ideal Family Holidays Bere Regis Gorgeous Thatched Cottage in Purbeck Ideal for Family Holidays Gorgeous Thatched Cottage in Purbeck Ideal for Family Holidays Smukt Stråtækt Sommerhus i Purbeck Ideel til Familieferier Gorgeous Thatched Cottage in Purbeck Ideal for Family Holidays ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=50.752903,-2.223674&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:wpxtH%7ChqL%3FW%3FW%40Y%3FW%40Y%40W%3FWBY%40W%40W%40WBWBWBYBWBUBWBWDWBWDUDWDUDWDUFUDUFUDUFUFUHSFUFSHSFSHSFSHSHQJSHQHQHQJQHQJOJQJOJOJOJOJMJMLOJMLMLKJMLKLKLKLKLILKLILINGLILGLGNGNGLGLENENELENCNCNCLCNCNALANANANAN%3FN%3FN%3FL%3FN%40N%40N%40N%40N%40LBNBNBNBLBNDLDNDNDLFNFLFLFNFLHLFLHNHLJLHLJLJJJLJLLLLJJLLJNJLLNJLJNJNJNHPJNJPHPJPHPHPHRHPHRHRFRHRFRHRFTFRFTFTDTFTFTDTFTDVDTBVDTDVBVDVBVBVBVBVBV%40V%40VBV%40X%40V%40V%40V%3FX%40V%3FX%3FV%3FV%3FX%3FV%3FXAV%3FVAXAVAVAXCVAVAVCVCVCVCVCVEVCVETEVCVETETGVETGTGTETGTGRGTGRITGRIRGRIRIRIPIRIPIPKPIPKNKPINKPKNKNKLMNKLKLMLKLMLMJMLKJMJMHMJMHOHMHMHMHOFMFMFOFMDOFODMDOBMDOBOBOBMBO%40O%40O%40O%40O%3FM%40O%3FO%3FOAO%3FOAOAMAOAOCMCOCOCOEMCOEOEMGMEOGOGMGMGMIOIMGMKMIMKMIMKMKMMKKMMMMKMMMKMKOKMKOKOKQKOKOIQKQIQIQIQKSIQISGSISGSISGUGSIUGSGUEUGUEUGUEWEUEUEWEWCUEWCWCWCWCWCWCWCWAWAWAYCW%3FWAYAW%3FWAY%3FW%3FY&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=B0DntwGLu5n1CkBsN5DfMZYRYqo=) Bere Regis, ENG #### What's nearby - Skirmish Dorset \- 2 min drive \- 1.3 miles - Poole Harbour \- 20 min drive \- 15.0 miles - Bournemouth Beach \- 27 min drive \- 19.0 miles - Durdle Door \- 29 min drive \- 13.9 miles - New Forest National Park \- 35 min drive \- 28.7 miles #### Getting around - Wool Station - 12 min drive - Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 38 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Monkey World Cafe - ‬7 min drive - ‪treetops cafe - ‬7 min drive - ‪Blue Vinny - ‬6 min drive - ‪The Seven Stars - ‬11 min drive - ‪World's End - ‬8 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Gorgeous thatched cottage in Purbeck - ideal for family holidays pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Gorgeous thatched cottage in Purbeck - ideal for family holidays? ### What time is check-in at Gorgeous thatched cottage in Purbeck - ideal for family holidays? ### What time is check-out at Gorgeous thatched cottage in Purbeck - ideal for family holidays? ### Where is Gorgeous thatched cottage in Purbeck - ideal for family holidays located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Gorgeous thatched cottage in Purbeck - ideal for family holidays Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 38 8 - Good 5 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karen 26 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication the cottage was just as expected and a nice quiet place to stay. the small store in town had everything we needed ##### Karen Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael & Bev C. 12 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Excellent quiet & well located cottage. It had all the facilities & ammenities we required - especially as we are traveling around mostly southern England in a hire car and renting cottages for weekly stays for over 2 months. ##### Michael & Bev C. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Colin S. 23 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### East Dorset Holiday A very well kept cottage in a quiet position, very convenient for visiting local nature reserves and stately homes, we also enjoyed a ride on the Swanage Railway and a trip to the seaside at Weymouth. We very much enjoyed our stay. ##### Colin S. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Natasha W. 3 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful stay We had a lovely stay over Christmas at this characterful cottage. Really lovely place to stay, and excellent communication from the owner too. ##### Natasha W. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lisa J. 15 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy This cottage is a fantastic place to stay, It lives up to how it is advertise. It is beuatiful and tranquil and has every thing you need to enjoy your stay. Would definitly recommend. I enjoy it so much, have visited 4 years in a row. ##### Lisa J. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marie P. 3 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A Beautiful cottage A lovely well equipped cottage in a quiet village. We had a very relaxing stay. ##### Marie P. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### lorenzo 12 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We had a truly lovely stay at the cottage. it was so peaceful and welcoming, with everything we needed for a relaxing break, with some wonderful walks right on your doorstep.As for an added bonus in the garden at the rear of the property there is a sunhouse with all the tables, sun loungers, Chairs even games to keep the children amused.I would surely stay here again if and when we are down this way. ##### lorenzo Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David H. 15 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Short break in Dorset Lovely week in a pretty & cosy cottage ! ##### David H. Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Anoek B. 4 May 2019 #### Lovely cottage Very nice cottage and beautiful surroundings. ##### Anoek B. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Edward G. 5 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful stay! Wonderful stay, very close to great restaurants and sites. The fireplace was great for the chilly evenings. We would stay here again if we are ever back in the area. Management was excellent and promptly answered any questions. ##### Edward G. Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### desjardins m. 3 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect location Cozy and quiet. A great place perfectly located in Dorset. A feeling of being at home in a lovely little village. ##### desjardins m. Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paula C. 1 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Paula Great comfortable property. ##### Paula C. Stayed 16 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mike C. 3 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy The cottage was lovely in all respects. It was beautifully situated in a picturesque location, with a spacious back garden for relaxing and having breakfast. The situation was perfect for visiting local sights and amenities. Athelhampton House, Hardy's House and Cottage and Lawrence of Arabia's cottage at Clouds Hill amongst many. Our favourite seaside and beach was Swanage. ##### Mike C. Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Maria B. 14 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cosy winter break Kitchen was fabulously well appointed, with a lovely outlook to the gorgeous garden. The evenings were cold so the log burner was terrific. ##### Maria B. Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### hugh r. 16 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### R&R Lovely atmospheric property. Very central for local area. ##### hugh r. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Steve S. 29 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic Christmas stay A perfect cottage for a lovely Christmas break. The cottage had everything we needed including a real Christmas tree! Perfect location for visiting Poole, Bournemouth and Weymouth. Also close proximity to a good range of supermarkets to do your shop. Communication with the owner was also excellent. Will definitely visit again if available to book. ##### Steve S. Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Fien v. 10 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Bere Regis Beautiful cottage, clean , lovely garden ##### Fien v. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amit B. 6 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family favourite We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this lovely cottage with our children. Well equipped, clean, comfortable and incredibly quiet. Recommend it 100%! ##### Amit B. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tamsin B. 2 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely place Very happy with the property. It was a good size for our group to share meals. A lovely circular walk on the doorstep and very nearby chalk stream. A bit of a drive to local coast. It’s near a noisy road which you can’t see but you can’t hear it at all from inside the house. ##### Tamsin B. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carol M. 25 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful cottage A wonderful property, full of charm and very comfortable. Andrew was very prompt and always was available to answer questions. The Town itself is charming and well situated and we highly recommend the Royal Oak Pub. Thank you, we will return! ##### Carol M. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Emilie Q. 13 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely cottage We had a lovely stay in this charming cottage. Very clean as well. It has a bathroom with a toilet and a separate toilet with a basin which is super useful as we were 4 people staying. The kitchen is spacious for breakfast and preparing. The sofas are very cozy to watch tv after a long day exploring the area ! ##### Emilie Q. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alison G. 21 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely cottage The cottage was very well equipped and stayed very cool inside despite the very warm temperatures outside the weekend we stayed! It has a lovely enclosed garden and there are local walks accessible from the front door. It's a few minutes' walk into the village with a well-stocked local shop and 2 pubs. ##### Alison G. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Lawrence C. 27 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely character cottage Enjoyed our stay at Swallows Cottage. So much character and lovely sunny garden. Only suggestions would be to have a bigger duvet on the double bed, particularly for the tall guests, and also more comfortable garden furniture. Otherwise, had everything we needed. Great location for exploring the Dorset attractions. ##### Lawrence C. Stayed 7 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carl R. 27 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### June 2023 Location is amazing, weather was gorgeous close to Here Regis along the beautiful stream. The reserve at the bottom of the garden is amazing. It is so quiet, you have to be here. ##### Carl R. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stephen C. 10 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful This property is fabulous!! A wonderful thatched quirky cottage, peace and tranquility beyond our dreams, home from home and so clean, we even tried to book for September but our week had gone, maybe next year, thanks again !! ##### Stephen C. 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