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Nestleton: Breakfast on the balcony or snuggle around the fire-dogs welcome too

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Welcome to Nestleton-Right beside the sea
View from master bedroom
Beautifully decorated master bedroom, cot available
Vintage French bed
Sebastian the resident bear!

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Scenic water view
    Relax and unwind with top-rated water views, offering a scenic experience.
  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the sand and sea.
  • Steps from the shore
    Top-rated for its nearby beach, ideal for sunbathing and swimming.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Dorset and East Devon Coast
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Swanage, ENG
  • Place, Swanage Pier
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Durlston Country Park
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Swanage Beach
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)
    ‪66 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Toilet 1

Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Nestleton: Breakfast on the balcony or snuggle around the fire-dogs welcome too



THIS WEBSITE WILL ONLY ALLOW ME TO DISCOUNT WEEKLY STAYS. PLEASE ENQUIRE FOR DISCOUNT ON 5 & 6 DAY BOOKINGS OUT OF SCHOOL HOLIDAYS AND FESTIVALS FROM BEGINNING OF NOV TO EASTER
Awarded Aspire Magazine's "Hidden Gem of Dorset 2016", Nestleton is a beautiful 3 double bedroom (plus travel cot) maisonette occupying the top two floors of a Victorian house, with sea views, balcony, open fire and courtyard garden. The sun streams onto the balcony and front of the house in the morning, perfect for an al fresco breakfast, and streams into the back of the property in the evening. The maisonette has its own entrance and is accessed via a side staircase. Great care and attention has been given to furnishing the maisonette in a beautiful romantic French style and it is only a 5 minute stroll into Swanage town with its many cafes and restaurants, restored Victorian pier, steam railway and long sandy beach - great for children. It is also a great place for water-sport lovers, and has a scuba diving school by the pier. Durlston country park and castle is only a 15 minute walk away and the property location will therefore also suit walkers who wish to explore the Jurassic coastline and this area of outstanding natural beauty. Corfe Castle, Studland Bay, Poole Harbour, Brownsea Island and Blue Pool to name just a few, are all in close proximity to Swanage. Children and pets are very welcome!
Please note my property is strictly non smoking.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Travel cot available
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 3 total)
£50 for up to 3 dogs
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Strictly no smoking anywhere
Not to use dishwasher, washing machine or dryer before 8am or after 11pm
No Smoking in any parts of the house and grounds- no cigarette ash or butts to be placed in bins inside or out.
Guest details to be filled in and emailed to owner at time of booking

Important information

You need to know

Property # 8153094
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Swanage

Located in Swanage, this apartment is on the beach. Corfe Castle is a notable landmark, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Poole Harbour and Sandbanks Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider The Blue Pool and Tea House, or check out an event or a game at Poole Stadium. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and ecotours nearby.
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Swanage, ENG

What's nearby

  • Pier Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Swanage Pier - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Durlston Country Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Swanage Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Dorset and East Devon Coast - 12 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Swanage Station - 6 min walk
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Purbeck House Hotel and Louisa Lodge - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Pier Head - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Crows Nest Inn - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Ship Inn - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Smoke on the Water - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Nestleton: Breakfast on the balcony or snuggle around the fire-dogs welcome too pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Nestleton: sea views, balcony, dogs ok?

As of 11 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Nestleton: sea views, balcony, dogs ok on 31 October 2026 start from NZ$345, 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 Nestleton: Breakfast on the balcony or snuggle around the fire-dogs welcome too?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Nestleton: Breakfast on the balcony or snuggle around the fire-dogs welcome too?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Nestleton: Breakfast on the balcony or snuggle around the fire-dogs welcome too?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Nestleton: Breakfast on the balcony or snuggle around the fire-dogs welcome too located?

Nestled on the beach, this Swanage apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Pier Beach, Swanage Beach and Durlston Country Park. Dorset and East Devon Coast and Swanage Pier are also within 15 minutes. Swanage Station is 6 minutes by foot and Swanage Herston Halt Station is 27 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 93 out of 107 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 107 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 107 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 107 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 107 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Annemarie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic location and really comfortable beds, plenty of seating and the balcony was a lovely bonus in the nice weather. Master bedroom really spacious and other two rooms comfortable beds and nice and clean. Really lovely apartment, kitchen very well equipped and a great size.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

lacey h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely property

We gad a lovely family break away! Very relaxing beautiful sea views.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Esme L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property has a lovely style and is well equipped. Sitting on the balcony with the beautiful sea views was a highlight. The location was a absolutely ideal, being only a 5minute walk into town and to the beach. We had a fantastic stay in this lovely property. Would definitely book again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jo T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Super Location

Lovely stay. The apartment was perfect for us and location was spot on.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
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6/10 Okay

Gail D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property is lov
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sara J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely place for Christmas

We had a lovely Christmas here, the apartment is really comfortable and well equipped and had been beautifully decorated for Christmas. It’s really well placed for all the sights of Swanage and the local area.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Marianne W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was very good and very central. The only downside was the walk up to it. No problem for most of the family.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Audrey W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful accommodation in a fantastic location

We stayed here as a group of children and adults and we all thoroughly enjoyed the time and wished we could stay longer. The maisonette is spacious and beautifully decorated. It is a very short walk to shops and the beach. A perfect base for our family holiday.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Anthony G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great property

Great property. Great location and such nice owner. Would definitely love to stay in this property again. Huge thank you x
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
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8/10 Good

Robyn A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Winter stay in Swansea

The location was excellent. The property itself was beautifully decorated but with a several maintenance issues that arose it seemed it was more geared for summer rentals. Saying that we had a lovely stay with ample walks nearby and great pubs and restaurants.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Steven E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Half term get away

We wanted a place to stay within walking distance of the beach & town, Nestleton was perfect. Amazing place, beautifully decorated and so close to everything, we never even needed the car! Excellent smart tv & Wi-Fi and heating and hot water was always available. We would definitely book again. Thank you Moira
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Simon H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely House, great Location

A really nicely presented house, we loved the balcony and sitting out in the morning. Just a 200m to the town which had everything we needed and lots of things locally to entertain. Loads of extras like games, video games and TV channels. I'd highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Sue T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Close to town yet quiet

A nice maisonette with a small balcony off the lounge diner with sea view to the left. We had excellent communication with the owner. As we were only there for 4 nights we ate out so didn’t use the cooker just the microwave. Good size fridge freezer and plenty of crockery and cutlery. A few minutes walk into town and the quay area. We always managed to get parked on the street not far away but think it would be more difficult in school holidays. The house was comfortable with good white bedding. The garden are was very overgrown by the path which was a nuisance when the plants were wet.
View from balcony
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay in Swanage

Despite Storm Dennis trying to put a dampener on our long weekend, we had a great trip. And this property was a huge reason why. It is extremely well decorated and looked after. After braving the elements outside for a while, it was so nice to come back to this cosy place. We traveled with our 3 daughters (11,9,8) and small dog. The kids loved the games in the house and the dog felt right at home. Moira was super nice and helpful on our email exchanges. The house is close to a number of pubs and restaurants but also has a great kitchen if staying in. All around great experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Elliot F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous property, with fabulous views and a very friendly owner.

Searching through Vrbo for a last minute family holiday in Dorset we chanced upon this property and knew instantly this is where we wanted to stay. Moira was exceptionally friendly and attentive throughout the booking process and once arrived we knew we had made a great choice. With a "shabby chic " look the property is full of character and is extremely welcoming. Each room was a delight but the balcony topped it off. We were lucky with the weather and were able to enjoy breakfast outside with great views to the sea, along with watching some very bad drivers try to reverse park on a steep hill! (The parking proved to be no trouble - we were lucky to have a place outside for the whole duration of our stay). Staying in April, it did go cold at night, but the heating is quick and efficient and soon warmed up - we had no need to use the fire but I would imagine that would be so cosy in the winter. Everything we needed was available in the kitchen, except for a lack of tea spoons, but that is hardly a problem! The beds were all very comfortable. We thought the bed in the Master was a memory foam bed, until we realized at the end when stripping the beds that it was actually just a lump of foam - it was so comfy I might just do that at home when mine needs replacing! Now back home, we are already planning on booking a return. Sooner the better I hope.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 30 May 2022
Ahh Elliot, thank you so much for such a lovely review, I really appreciate it, and so glad you liked the house. I shall get on to getting some more tea spoons, they seem to vanish to the tea spoon planet every now and then! Just reaffirming that the mattress in the master bedroom is a genuine, firm Tempur mattress. It has different layers of foam making it very comfy. We have has to slice a bit of the side as it is French vintage bed, which is not quite the same size as a standard King! Thanks again for taking the time to write such a lovely review and hope to welcome you back soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natalie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great accommodation. Nice central position, and lovely sunny balcony.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mrs Pamela Holland H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful, spacious accommodation in lovely Swanage

Well equipped, spacious property. Within walking distance of all that Swanage has to offer. We loved the decor and the balcony- (which we managed enjoy in the sunshine even in October!) A definite home from home experience
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
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10/10 Excellent

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Visit to Swanage blues festival

Surprise we managed to rent this property as at the last minute our accommodation that was booked was cancelled at the last minute. Found it very convenient for the town. It was very comfortable and well equipped. Would book again
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
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10/10 Excellent

mary w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

shabby chic !

We all enjoyed staying here...loved all the French shabby chic interiors....people with limited mobility may have difficulty with steps and stairs in the property....and there is a steep hill to climb,but that was ok with us.It was very well equipped and the sea views were lovely.The town of Swanage and its surroundings is very interesting..
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022
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8/10 Good

Preston H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

5 days in Swanage

Served its purpose well. Easy to walk to town or harbour. Parking close by difficult at times with quite long uphill walks to car.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Doug W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

Very nice house with good facilities and in a really great location, close to the sea and plenty of shops, restaurants etc.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kerry S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Smashing Place to Stay!

Communication from the owner before you arrive is great, you know exactly what to expect & where to locate all the important things cutting down potential stress. The location is good, really close to the town & all it's amenities, a short walk to most places but far enough away from any hussle & bussle. The only down side is the lack of parking but the owner gives handy tips on where to park before you arrive. Inside the property is beautiful with high spec throughout, obviously well loved & maintained by it's custodians it is a lovely place to stay. We were sad to leave.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lesley N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Delightful house

Great house, excellent facilities. Very handy for restaurants, town centre and beach. Definitely fitter after 4 days of walking. Parking not a problem during our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Lorraine D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

February stay

Very convenient to town centre, eateries etc. Great to have open fire. Well equipped accommodation.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ruth b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful

Great place. Fabulous location. Well equipped and very cosy, with some lovely touches. We enjoyed a fun few days here over New Year and would happily come back again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

About the host

Hosted by Moira Lamond

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Living and working in London has its benefits, but we have enjoyed nothing more than escaping to Dorset for weekends and holidays for the last 30 years. As keen camper vaners we have spent many weeks travelling around the Purbeck area enjoying its amazing natural beauty. Our Dorset adventures include becoming British Sub-Aqua qualified scuba divers starting in Swanage diving school, water skiing, surfing, horse riding on the beach, and a boat kept at Shell Bay Marina.
Our children were brought up enjoying the sea air, boating around the Islands, visiting Brownsea Island and having mud fights!
Dorset never loses its charm and as soon as we approach the chain ferry we are filled with excitement and a sense of peace. There is then nothing better than sitting on the beach watching the sun set over Brownsea Island-bliss!.

Why they chose this property

When our camper van finally came to its last days, sadly it was crushed!
We therefore decided it was time to enact that dream of buying a place in Swanage. Unbelievably this maisonette was for sale-unbelievably because I had been walking past Nestleton for 15 years saying "I'm going to live there one day." I still have to pinch myself that it's true.
Unfortunately the apartment was in a very neglected state-So Brian being a builder & my hobby being interior design we set about restoring it. It has been a task but we got there, although there are always more dreams of improvements! We never tire of this wonderful part of England and are amazed that we still find new areas to explore-It well deserves the title of area of outstanding natural beauty. When boating around the Islands on a sunny day in Poole Harbour, you really could be in Greece!

What makes this property unique

Locally nicknamed the 'Dolls House' due to its unique, pretty architecture and balcony, Nestleton is often photographed by passersby, especially when the clematis is in glorious full pastel pink bloom.

The maisonette is so conveniently placed to stroll into town, laze, play or enjoy water sports on the beach, or to walk to Ballard Downs and Durlston Country Park, with its castle, cafe and panoramic views. If you're lucky you may even spot a dolphin there!

Whatever time of the year, there is always something to do and see in Swanage and the surrounding area. The changing seasons emphasise the natural beauty of this area.

We love waking up in the morning to the sea view, and on a clear sunny day looking across to the Isle of Wight, followed by breakfast on the balcony.

We hope you love it as much as we do!

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