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MAYFLOWER, family friendly, character holiday cottage in Swanage
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1010 out of 10
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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4105 sq m
Popular amenities
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Parking available
Explore the area
Swanage, South West England
- Swanage BeachPlace, Swanage Beach5 min walk
- Pier BeachPlace, Pier Beach11 min walk
- Durlston Country ParkPlace, Durlston Country Park18 min walk
- Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)Airport, Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)64 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Single Beds
2 bathrooms
Bathroom
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
En-suite
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
MAYFLOWER, family friendly, character holiday cottage in Swanage
Mayflower in Swanage, Dorset, sleeps four guests in two bedrooms.
Mayflower is a lovely ground-floor apartment nestled in Swanage, Dorset. Hosting two bedrooms: one king-size with en-suite shower room and one twin, together sleeping four guests with a family bathroom. It has a fitted kitchen and an open-plan living room and dining area. Outside has allocated parking for one car and further roadside parking on a first-come, first-serve basis. Mayflower is a wonderful choice for a seaside break to Dorset.Please note: The property is all-ground-floor (with 5 small steps to the main building).
Amenities: Gas central heating. Electric oven and gas hob, fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher, washing machine.TV, WiFi. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Travel cot and highchair. Allocated parking for 1 car and further off-road parking on first-come, first-serve basis. Sorry, no pets and no smoking. Shop and pub 0.5 miles. Please note: The property is all-ground-floor (with 5 small steps to the main building).
Region: Explore the fossils and stunning beaches of Dorset’s Jurassic Coast, visit historic Sherborne and Shaftesbury, or enjoy the footpaths, country lanes and thatched-roof pubs Dorset offers.
Town: Swanage is a coastal town and civil parish resting in south east Dorset, England. It has a number of pubs, restaurants, shops and supermarkets for all of your amenities. Settled with the Dorset AONB, this area offers plenty of walking and cycling opportunities across the beautiful Jurassic coastline and some beautiful sandy beaches with opportunities for watersports.
Mayflower is a lovely ground-floor apartment nestled in Swanage, Dorset. Hosting two bedrooms: one king-size with en-suite shower room and one twin, together sleeping four guests with a family bathroom. It has a fitted kitchen and an open-plan living room and dining area. Outside has allocated parking for one car and further roadside parking on a first-come, first-serve basis. Mayflower is a wonderful choice for a seaside break to Dorset.Please note: The property is all-ground-floor (with 5 small steps to the main building).
Amenities: Gas central heating. Electric oven and gas hob, fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher, washing machine.TV, WiFi. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Travel cot and highchair. Allocated parking for 1 car and further off-road parking on first-come, first-serve basis. Sorry, no pets and no smoking. Shop and pub 0.5 miles. Please note: The property is all-ground-floor (with 5 small steps to the main building).
Region: Explore the fossils and stunning beaches of Dorset’s Jurassic Coast, visit historic Sherborne and Shaftesbury, or enjoy the footpaths, country lanes and thatched-roof pubs Dorset offers.
Town: Swanage is a coastal town and civil parish resting in south east Dorset, England. It has a number of pubs, restaurants, shops and supermarkets for all of your amenities. Settled with the Dorset AONB, this area offers plenty of walking and cycling opportunities across the beautiful Jurassic coastline and some beautiful sandy beaches with opportunities for watersports.
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
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
About the area
Swanage
Located in Swanage, this cottage is near the beach. Corfe Castle is a notable landmark, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Sandbanks Beach and Poole Harbour. Swanage Railway and The Blue Pool and Tea House are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
Swanage, South West England
What's nearby
- Swanage Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
- Pier Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
- Swanage Pier - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
- Durlston Country Park - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
- Dorset and East Devon Coast - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
Getting around
- Swanage Station - 7 min walk
- Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 51 min drive
Restaurants
- Coastal Crust Pizzeria - 12 min walk
- Grand Hotel - 13 min walk
- Greggs - 7 min walk
- White Horse Inn - 11 min walk
- The Ship Inn - 10 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is MAYFLOWER, family friendly, character holiday cottage in Swanage pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at MAYFLOWER, family friendly, character holiday cottage in Swanage?
As of 22 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at MAYFLOWER, family friendly, character holiday cottage in Swanage on 23 March 2027 start from NZ$293, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at MAYFLOWER, family friendly, character holiday cottage in Swanage?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at MAYFLOWER, family friendly, character holiday cottage in Swanage?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at MAYFLOWER, family friendly, character holiday cottage in Swanage?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is MAYFLOWER, family friendly, character holiday cottage in Swanage located?
Situated near the beach, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Swanage Beach, Swanage Railway and Swanage Museum and Heritage Centre. Pier Beach and Swanage Pier are also within 1 mile (2 km). Swanage Station is 7 minutes by foot and Swanage Herston Halt Station is 21 minutes.
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About the host
Hosted by Sykes Holiday Cottages
All-ground-floor ( 5 small steps to the main building), Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x twin. Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC. Kitchen. Living/dining room. Ground floor ( 5 small steps to the main building)
What makes this property unique
Gas central heating. Electric oven and gas hob, fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher, washing machine.TV, WiFi. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Travel cot and highchair. Allocated parking for 1 car and further off-road parking on first-come, first-serve basis. Sorry, no pets and no smoking. Shop and pub 0.5 miles. Please note: The property is all-ground-floor (with 5 small steps to the main building).
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