Experience a sophisticated stay at this centrally situated location, whether you are alone or accompanied by friends or family.
The luxurious and spacious apartment boast breath taking panoramic views of the sea & Purbeck hills, offering stylish, modern, & comfortable accommodation.
Ideally positioned with private under croft parking for your vehicle, the apartment is conveniently located just a 2-minute walk from the beach & Swanage Town, while the local park is just 5-minutes.
To make your visit seamless, I provide freshly prepared bed linens and bathroom towels along with kitchen tea towels, upon your arrival. You’ll also find a thoughtful welcome pack, containing helpful items placed out to get you started and to ensure you feel right at home from the moment you step through the door. Don't forget your beach towels!
WIFI usage during your stay is supplied at no extra costs.
Additional points With parent or carer supervision, we welcome children over six years old. Note. stairs no safety gates. I do provide child bowls, plates & cutlery.
As the apartment is on the second floor up several flights of stairs, it may not be suitable for some.
The apartment and communal areas are no smoking which includes no vaping and candles are prohibited. No Christmas /fairy lights. We do not accept pets.
Sleeps 4, Grading: excellent, chic, private under-croft parking bay on the grounds at the front of the property big enough for a 4 by 4 motor vehicle.
During your stay, you are welcome to contact me via the Vrbo booking platform or via my mobile phone should you have an emergency or need advice. My experience cleaner is contactable if you have any problems and she delivers a high standard of cleaning too.
There is a welcome folder, containing helpful information, located at the apartment.
A bit of history. The Villa was originally a single dwelling designed in 1884 by Charles T Miles, the same architect who designed Westbourne Library and several other listed buildings. The original glass stain windows exist today.
Coronavirus (Covid-19) -Where necessary, adopted enhanced cleaning and safety measures are used. -My guests are able to check in and check out without any person-to-person contact.
Information can regularly alter therefore, we encourage you to review the UK Government’s ( https://www.gov.uk/coronavirus) travel recommendations and restrictions, in addition, to following guidance from the World Heath Organization and your local government.
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Parking available
Ocean view
Barbecue
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The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
- Please place all the towels next to the main bathroom door in the hallway corner
- Outside bins are located at the front of the building & be mindful of recycling bins
Please:
- make sure child window locks are in lock position & keys returned to their stored location
- turn switches /plugs off apart from blocked ones
- leave heating thermostat on lowest setting
- Insure you lock the flat’s front door
- Place keys back in key safe & lock by scrambling numbers
- A departed text is always appreciated
- The cleaner requires parking space at end of your stay
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Please do ask if you are unsure about anything. Thank you Nicki
No smoking
Sorry no pets
5 years old and over. Also, babies which are NOT yet crawling
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Swanage
Located in Swanage, this apartment is in a rural area and near the beach. Corfe Castle and Great Globe are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Poole Harbour and Sandbanks Ferry Terminal. Travelling with kids? Consider Swanage Railway, or check out an event or a game at Vitality Stadium. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and mountain biking.
Dorset and East Devon Coast - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
Getting around
Swanage Station - 6 min walk
Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 59 min drive
Restaurants
Greggs - 4 min walk
White Horse Inn - 3 min walk
Seventhwave - 18 min walk
The Ship Inn - 2 min walk
Burnt Toast - 4 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Stunning sea view apartment with parking. Couples, families & beach 2-Min. walk. pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Stunning sea view apartment with parking. Couples, families & beach 2-Min. walk.?
As of 9 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Stunning sea view apartment with parking. Couples, families & beach 2-Min. walk. on 8 November 2025 start from NZ$261, 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 Stunning sea view apartment with parking. Couples, families & beach 2-Min. walk.?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Stunning sea view apartment with parking. Couples, families & beach 2-Min. walk.?
Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.
What time is check-out at Stunning sea view apartment with parking. Couples, families & beach 2-Min. walk.?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Stunning sea view apartment with parking. Couples, families & beach 2-Min. walk. located?
This family-friendly Swanage apartment building is located by the ocean, within a 5-minute walk of Swanage Museum and Heritage Centre and Pier Beach. Swanage Railway and Swanage Beach are also within 10 minutes. Swanage Station is 6 minutes by foot and Swanage Herston Halt Station is 28 minutes.
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We all had a really great few days in the flat. Amazing view and so close to everything, we hope to come back sometime soon.
Alison T.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 May 2025
Thank you, your kind words are very welcomed! Knowing that you had a wonderful experience and appreciated the convenience of the location and the stunning view makes me very happy. The fact that you're already considering a return visit is the highest compliment I could receive. Thank you for sharing your positive feedback; it's truly appreciated!
Verified
8/10 Good
Julie
24 September 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The apartment great, view from the lounge was beautiful. Beds were clean and comfortable, kitchen was well equipped. I didn't like the stairs, 34 of them from the carport to the front door, and 40 beautiful wooden stairs to the apartment .
Light spacious apartment with fantastic view over Swanage and the sea. Easy access for lots of excursions. We enjoyed our stay here, couldn’t stop looking out at the view!
It is furnished to a very high standard, though it took me a little while to work out how the hob controls worked.
David O.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 August 2025
I am happy to hear you found the apartment beautifully decorated. Thank you also for your earlier message. It’s always nice to hear that my guests have enjoyed their stay.
The hob is a standard induction hob. Perhaps you are use to a very different type of appliance -I was also available to ask questions during your stay.
Another lovely stay in the penthouse. Lovely apartment, fantastic view, peaceful location, like a step back in time.
Carol S.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 May 2025
Thank you so much for taking the time to provide your valuable feedback! I truly appreciate you sharing your experience and am thrilled to hear you enjoyed another stay at my apartment. Knowing that you had a positive experience means a lot to me, and it encourages me to continue providing the best possible hospitality. It's guests like you who make hosting such a rewarding experience.
Super apartment with fantastic views. Close to town and beach
Howard W.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 July 2024
I am very happy to learn that you enjoyed your stay and the location of the apartment. Thank you for being great guest.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
john n.
29 May 2012
relaxed in style
“Excellent Apartment certainly made for a relaxing weekend.
Will definitely have to stay again”
john n.
Response from VrboOwner on 31 March 2020
It really is appreciated when we hear back from our customers about their stay at our apartment. We have incorporated a clean modem and relaxing ambience which compliments the character of the building and the fantastic sea views and those of the Purbeck hills.
Accommodation was perfect for the 3 of us as a base for our Jurassic coast hiking hike. Location of the apartment for all amenities of Swanage and bus station ideal. Stair access only which was fine for us but may be a challenge for some
The apartment was well furnished, comfortable and clean. The linen and towels were adequate and the cleaning/washing provisions and toilet rolls were well received. The amenities were plentiful and well placed. Check in / Check out was smooth and access to wifi was straight forward with a good signal. The apartment was secure and central making it a great location with stunning views of the town, bay and beach. There was even a partial view of the pier from the main bedroom! Offroad parking was certainly an advantage. All the above contributed to a great stay. Thank you Nicki, we would love to return.
Could be more generously equipped, eg basic supplies like tea/coffee, limited range kitchen equipment, hair dryer needed, better quality loo paper, and fresher smelling towels
Christine H.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 July 2023
Thank you for your feed back.
We provide a welcome pack as described. Our cleaner has been cleaning our apartment and many other holiday lets in the area for years and she has never had a compliant about requiring fresher smelling towels.
We have been informed by all our guests that our kitchen equipment is excellent. It is important to mention here, that it does have everything you would expect so I do not understand your comments here.
You have highlighted the amazing views in your heading thank you. We our proud to provide a fantastic apartment with great furnishing which are modern and chic. Very beautiful and comfortable. There is an amazing sea view and very lucky to have fantastic views of the bay and Purbeck hills as well.
Super apartment, right in the centre of things, but in a quiet peaceful part of town, everything within a few minutes walking distance, although be prepared for the hill and many steps.
Carol S.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Ruth R.
31 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Nice Apartment
A shame that the 75 steps/stairs weren't mentioned in on-line listing. My mother is in her late 80's had trouble with the 17 concrete steps to entrance door,then she had to negotiate 40 wooden stairs to the apartment's front door.(the remaining 18 steps were from the parking area).No fire escape fitted. The apartment itself was lovely.The view was lovely.
Ruth R.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 May 2025
I am really sorry to hear this caused an issue during your stay, but in all fairness, I strongly encourage guests to thoroughly review the property information when booking, especially if accessibility is a concern. Had you checked the amenities section, you would have found that the listing mentions the presence of stairs. The few wooden steps leading from the car park are a part of the building's unique character and access.
As a beautifully refurbished Victorian building, its convenient location, just a short walk from the beach and town, and its original features are often praised, including a few stone steps to the ground level front door. Furthermore, being a penthouse, it offers fantastic sea views as well as views across the bay and Purbeck hills, which I understand you appreciated. Naturally, a penthouse wouldn't be located on the ground level; it's on the second level - not excessively high, but high enough to provide those stunning panoramic views.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Barbara L.
8 May 2015
Great views from this nicely remodeled apt.
This is a very nicely remodeled and redecorated apt. on the third floor of a historic Victorian house overlooking Swanage. The views looking northward are stunning. The apt. is very clean and modern. We thought the kingsize bed was very comfortable and the shower was great. The kitchen is nicely equipped. Off-street parking was a nice extra. The area is very quiet. The location is very good as you can walk to the water front in only a few minutes.
Barbara L.
Response from VrboOwner on 31 March 2020
Thank you for taking the time to review our Swanage apartment with sea views, it is really appreciated.
We are very pleased to learn that you enjoyed your stay at The Sea Court Penthouse Apartment and we hope that you visit again soon.
Nicki
Sea Court Penthouse Apartment
www.swanageseaviewholidaylets.co.uk
Verified
8/10 Good
morag t.
6 August 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Penthouse
Penthouse and it really was high with 70 stairs after a climb to get to them but once in the apartment the view was spectacular
morag t.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 7 August 2022
Thank you for your feed back.
Like most Penthouse's they are at the top of the building which is one of the great things about them. The property offers one of the best and breathtaking views in Swanage and a chic yet comfortable stay. The property provide a lovely holiday where you do not need to worry about parking or taking a car to get out and about. . We are only two minutes from the sea, beach and town.
Lovely apartment and had everything we needed, was a good location to the beach and the shops. Parking aswell which was good. The view was amazing.
Was a few steps when taking your stuff up but you got used to them and we spend most of the time out and about during the day. There is a hill to get up to the apartment but again you got used to it, the only struggle was with full pushchair. We had a 3 year old and he was ok with the steps.
I would recommend this apartment to people that are ok with steps and walking. Was a great stay and would stay again.
No hairdryer and pillows flat and old and no keys for 2 couples.
These faults in my review are a shame as the flat was nice not suitable for elderly people or people with walking difficulties owner should state this as it has very steep hill from town then when you reach the flats there is a hard climb up the stairs to flat 5 at the top Swanage was great as usual great blues festival Tim and Michelle Lloyd
Tim L.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 April 2023
We are sorry to hear that your personal experience of the Purbeck hills in Swanage was a difficult one but, this is not the view we normally receive. Our customers find the location convenient as only two minutes' walk to the local town and beach plus it is very well situated for the local park. Our customers particularly enjoy the breath taking sea views and those of the Swanage bay. They find their stay a comfortable one in an enjoyable and chic apartment.
Wonderful property, great views, quirky layout and well worth staying at.
The property is wonderful, with brilliant views over Swanage bay from both the main bedroom and from the living room. There’s Lovely old sash windows in the bedrooms and living room, and a quirky layout with the kitchen. The apartment is well equipped with modern TVs, WiFi and the kitchen basics. The second bedroom is a little tight with views out the back of the property, but would be fine for kids. However we didn’t use this during our stay (only two of us). As a few other reviews have mentioned, the stairs are a killer when arriving and leaving if you have a lot of bags, there’s four flights up from the car park, however they’re really not that bad durning the stay and totally worth it for the views. Just don’t forget and leave your phone in the car! Parking is a little tight manoeuvring into the space with a larger car but perfectly doable, also you might struggle with a tall car with a roof box on as we did as it is a fairly low roofed car port. The check in and out process is nice and laid back despite never meeting the landlords. I would definitely recommend to friends and family etc.
Karl L.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 31 March 2020
So glad you enjoyed your break and thank you for your feedback Nicki
The apartment is in a perfect location of beaches and shops as long as you don't mind a few hills and stairs. I travelled with my husband and 2 children (4 and 7) and we all managed well. The apartment itself is decorated to a high standard and is very clean. Nicki was brilliant with communication and all information was in a handy folder. The view from the living room was wonderful and a great place for that first cup of tea of the day. I hope to stay again soon.
Anna T.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 February 2023
Thank you for your delightful feedback. Yes the apartment has alluring and spectacular sea views and is in a very convenient location. We wanted to achieve a modern, chic and relaxing experience for our guests.
The property stands half way up a hill overlooking the town and the harbour, and has distant views of the cliffs and downlands. It is a bit of a climb if walking up from town, but the views for us, made the climb worthwhile. The layout and comfort of the flat is first class, and having two bathrooms with showers and toilets, a real bonus and time saver in the morning. We cooked and ate all our meals indoors, and found the kitchen well laid out and full of all necessary appliances. The flat is about 7 minute walk to the bus terminus and steam railway. We used the buses everyday to take us to the start of our daily walks, often buying return tickets.The owner of the property was very understanding and helpful, and we fully recommend staying here for comfort, great views and easy access to shops and buses.
James C.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 15 February 2023
Thank you for taking the time to provide your lovely feedback, we are really glad you enjoyed your stay. Yes the apartment is in a great convenient location allowing you to take advantage of all the local amenities including the beach, shops /bars and parks.
We had a lovely week staying at this property. The location is fantastic if you don’t mind a hill and lots of stairs! The town centre and beaches are just down the road and you can walk to Durlston County park. The property had everything you needed and offered great views over Swanage.
Good facilities, great view, ideal location close to beach
Lovely apartment. Has everything you could possibly need in the kitchen if you want to eat in and take in the beautiful view. Great location, just a short walk to the beach. Showers nice and warm and powerful.
Jason L.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 15 February 2023
Thank you. It is always welcoming to hear valuable and helpful feedback from our guests. We are so glad you found the apartment and location an enjoyable experience.
About the host
Hosted by Nicola
Welcome. My name is Nicki.
As an experienced host, I've enjoyed welcoming guests to my sea views property for many years through various vacation rental platforms. I'm dedicated to ensuring you have a comfortable & memorable stay.
Please don't hesitate to reach out I'm here to help make your trip as seamless & enjoyable as possible.
Embracing a healthy & mindful lifestyle, I cherish long walks in any weather, connecting with friends, and finding joy in Swanage's beautiful locales.
Why they chose this property
Stunning sea views Not noisy but close to the beach just 2-minutes walk. Close to the shops, restaurants and pubs A wonderful character property with stylish and modern furnishings. Very clean, tidy and spacious Green parks very close by and gorgeous walks to explore.
What makes this property unique
A immédiate sea view is offered and is instantly uplifting
Imagine yourself unwinding in a beautiful sea view apartment, a special beverage in hand, as you gaze out at the breathtaking Purbeck hills and Swanage Bay. From this privileged vantage point, witness the graceful dance of luxury yachts and boats gliding across the tranquil waters.
Tucked away in a prime location, this apartment offers the perfect balance – a peaceful retreat just a stone's throw (a mere 2 minutes!) from the vibrant beach.
Forget the hassle of parking; a secure under-croft space awaits, spacious enough for your 4x4, right on the property grounds.
With the town and beach being so conveniently close, you can leave the car parked and explore all that Swanage has to offer on foot.
Pls. note. Travel Cot & bottom mattress, mattress cover, changing mat & highchair available for babies not yet crawling -when requested.
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