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The Rookery

3.0 star property
The restaurant serves delicious meals before guests enjoy mini golf, creating adventurous days and relaxing evenings.

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The Rookery sits near the action center, welcoming travelers with breakfast options and recreational amenities. Guests connect to WiFi in common areas, play on the outdoor tennis court, and enjoy convenient self-parking. Previous visitors consistently report positive experiences.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

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Double Room, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
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Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom

Double Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Single Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom

Single Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • 8 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Twin Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom

Twin Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Suite, Ensuite | 1 bedroom

Suite, Ensuite

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Suite, Ensuite

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Swanage is home to The Rookery. Great Globe and Anvil Point Lighthouse are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Poole Harbour and Santa-Fe Fun Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Poole Stadium or Vitality Stadium. Kayaking and snorkeling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and horse riding nearby. Visit our Swanage travel guide
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Map
3 Highcliffe Road, Swanage, England, BH19 1LW

What's nearby

  • View from the town
    Swanage Beach
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Jurassic Coast
    Dorset and East Devon Coast
    1 min drive - 0.5 miles
  • Tilly Whim Caves just further along the coast path from the Lighthouse. #LifeatExpedia #StunningStructure
    Durlston Country Park
    3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Pier Beach
    17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Swanage Pier
    3 min drive - 1.5 miles

Getting around

  • Swanage Station
    14 min walk
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)
    57 min drive

Restaurants

  • Ocean Bay Beach Bar & Restaurant
    3 min walk
  • The Cornish Bakery
    13 min walk
  • The Cellar Bar
    13 min walk
  • G Whites
    16 min walk
  • Greggs
    13 min walk

About this property

The Rookery

Property highlights
Take advantage of free breakfast, mini golf, and a restaurant at The Rookery. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas.
Other perks at this bed & breakfast include:
  • Free self parking
  • An outdoor tennis court and smoke-free premises

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast available
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Mini golf
  • Outdoor tennis court

Family friendly

  • Mini golf

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

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
This property accepts credit cards

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is The Rookery pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Rookery?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Rookery?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is The Rookery located?

Situated in Swanage, this bed & breakfast is within a 10-minute walk of Swanage Beach and Dorset and East Devon Coast. Santa-Fe Fun Park and Swanage Museum and Heritage Centre are also within 15 minutes. Swanage Station is 14 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

The Rookery Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 58 out of 69 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 69 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 69 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 69 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 69 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a wonderful stay. The room was lovely and comfy and the breakfast was delicious.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great friendly b&b ideally located in swanage walking distance to the sea off road parking lovely relaxed atmosphere 😎
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly welcome, great breakfasts, a short stroll to the beach in Swanage and the town
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautifully kept, great host in Alan, and Charlene did breakfasts to perfection with quality local produce. High standards of cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The host was very friendly and welcoming and only too happy to please.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely family run business,I was made to feel very welcome and nothing was too much for the hosts. They went above and beyond. Lovely room ,bathroom with very nice shower gel,shampoo and cream. Everywhere was extremely clean and the breakfast was cooked fresh and arrived quickly.Only a few minute walk to beach. Would definitely recommend this guest house.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My room was very clean and the bathroom looked as though it had just been renewed. Alan was very good and I would happily return.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extremely helpful, friendly proprietors. Very well appointed. I shall definately return ! Thoroughly recommended. You can't do better.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely mini-break

Perfect base from which to explore Swanage and the surrounding area. Two-minute walk to the beach, and a short stroll along the seafront to the shops etc. Alan is a very friendly host, our room was lovely and breakfast was delicious. Everywhere was spotlessly clean. No hesitation in recommending The Rookery
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

2/10 Terrible

Jo

Liked: Cleanliness

Poor Teddy

Started off the weekend well, clean and comfortable. Room was cold as the weather had changed to rain but the heating did not come on. Breakfast was good. The second night was cut short as the owners dog was left home alone and continued to howl and bark for hours. After trying to contact the owners without success we decided to leave as sleep was impossible and hearing a dog in distress was very unsettling. We left at 9pm for a 2hr drive home. Had no reply from owners after leaving 2 messages on their emergency numbers and sending texts and contacting through Hotels.com requesting a refund for the second night. Met the resident staying in room 1 on our way out who was also feeling concerned for the dog and irritated by the noise.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hosts, very welcoming. Breakfast was lovely too.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Had an excellent stay and have stayed previously!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Alan was extremely welcoming and helpful throughout our stay at the Rookery. Swanage has instantly become one of our favourite places in the UK.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice B and B.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Small friendly BnB for a few days rest.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly, clean, helpful, all round charming place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Ruby anniversary stay

Excellent stay, very good service and hosts, good food. Very clean, we will use again
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything I needed to make a two day walking holiday comfortable including a great breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our second time at the Rookery, and just as good as the first! Everything immaculate - five stars hardly does it justice! Great welcome, great breakfast, superb location, especially for beach lovers - I'm sure we'll be back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovey clean room and friendly hosts. Booking I was disorganised as not checked website we booked through so not expecting us. Ordered a drink and waited for arrival only to to charged ,
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely place to stay. Wouldn’t change a thing! Thank you. PS. Try the sausages.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very friendly

Truly a friendly couple who want to make you stay as pleasant and that you feel very welcome
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fine Festive break.

We had a very pleasant and comfortable 2-night stay at the Rookery just before Christmas. Lovely room and delicious breakfast. Great Christmas decorations throughout. Alan was very helpful with information and knowledge to enhance our stay. Look forward to returning.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022