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The Compass

Property class: 3.5

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A beach with a cliff, a red sign, and buoys in the water. - The Compass (Swanage)
A hallway leading to a living room with a wooden floor, a small table with a plant, and a sofa. There are shelves with decorative items and a sign that reads "SEA". - The Compass (Swanage)
A dining area with a wooden table, chairs, a television, and a forest-themed curtain. - The Compass (Swanage)
A traditional stone building with a white facade and blue accents, featuring a front door, windows, and a small garden area with potted plants and a metal table and chairs. - The Compass (Swanage)
A bedroom with a wooden headboard, a bed with multiple pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall. - The Compass (Swanage)

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking (max 1 space)
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower

Entertainment

  • TV

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • No housekeeping provided
  • Virtual front desk

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

  • 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
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email with check-in information
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 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
This property is professionally cleaned

About the neighborhood

Located in Swanage, this cottage is near the beach. Great Globe and Anvil Point Lighthouse are local landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Castle Point Shopping Centre and Tower Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Poole Stadium or Vitality Stadium. Visit our Swanage travel guide
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Swanage, England

What's nearby

  • A coastal scene with a boat on a paved jetty, calm sea, distant cliffs, and a pier extending into the water.
    Swanage Beach
    8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • A coastal cliff with a beach and a clear sky.
    Dorset and East Devon Coast
    11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • A coastal cliff with two caves and a transmission tower.
    Durlston Country Park
    11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Pier Beach
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Swanage Pier
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Swanage Station
    6 min walk
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)
    59 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Purbeck House Hotel and Louisa Lodge
    4 min walk
  • Crows Nest Inn
    16 min walk
  • Ocean Bay Beach Bar & Restaurant
    13 min walk
  • Smoke on the Water
    3 min walk
  • The Ship Inn
    2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Compass pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Compass?

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

What time is check-out at The Compass?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Compass located?

Situated near the beach, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Pier Beach, Swanage Pier, and Swanage Railway. Swanage Beach and Durlston Country Park are also within 10 minutes. Swanage Station is 6 minutes by foot and Swanage Herston Halt Station is 27 minutes.

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The Compass Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional