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An outdoor patio area with tables, chairs, and flower beds outside cream walls with blue doors and windows at The Compass in Swanage A courtyard with blue doors and windows a table with two chairs and potted plants at The Compass in Swanage A sofa with cushions and framed pictures on the wall in a living room at The Compass in Swanage A sofa with cushions and framed pictures on a wall next to a white door at The Compass in Swanage A small living area with a sofa pillows dining table with dishes and mugs wooden stools and shelves with decorations at The Compass in Swanage A kitchen area with a wooden countertop and chairs near a window with red curtains at The Compass in Swanage A kitchen with black cabinets a wooden countertop a white teapot a colorful fruit bowl a microwave and a sink at The Compass in Swanage A kitchen with black cabinets wooden countertops a stove microwave sink mugs and bowls on a table at The Compass in Swanage A kitchen with black cabinets wooden countertops a microwave a kettle and two cactus plants on the windowsill at The Compass in Swanage A kitchen with black cabinets wooden countertop gas stove oven microwave sink and window with cactus pots at The Compass in Swanage A dining area with a wooden table set with bowls and mugs next to an orange armchair and a forest-themed folding screen at The Compass in Swanage A seating area with a couch and wall art beside a wooden table with a coffee press and mug at The Compass in Swanage A hallway leading to a room with wooden floor a wooden table a couch plants and wall shelves with decorative items at The Compass in Swanage A bedroom with a wooden bed frame pillows blankets nightstands with lamps a clock and a framed picture at The Compass in Swanage A bedroom with a wooden wardrobe a window with blinds and curtains and a bed with folded blankets at The Compass in Swanage A bed with striped bedding and large pillows next to a white side table with a lamp and flowers at The Compass in Swanage A small bathroom with a toilet a sink with cabinet a wall decoration star and a towel rack at The Compass in Swanage A bathroom with a shower, toilet, sink, and a star decoration on the wall at The Compass in Swanage An outdoor patio with metal chairs a table with a coffee press and mugs and potted plants at The Compass in Swanage A sandy beach with a paddleboard on it by a wooden groyne and a pier with boats in the water and houses on a hill at The Compass in Swanage A sandy beach with a seawall and a red navigational marker in the sea with cliffs in the background at The Compass in Swanage A landscape with trees fields and water with buildings in the distance at The Compass in Swanage A view of trees with hills and sea in the background at The Compass in Swanage A roadside view with a welcome sign for Swanage and a double-decker bus on the road at The Compass in Swanage

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4.8

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  • 2 Guests

  • 1 Bedroom

  • 1 Bathroom

  • Pets: No

What you’ll love

  • Off road parking
  • Pub/shop < 1 mile
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Broadband / WiFi

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  • "Top rate, affordable and adequate, it had everything you need and thanks to the thoughtful and generous hosts a little extra in the form of milk tea coffee and bikkies so we could have a brew before we unpacked and after a near five hour drive that was very welcome."

    Literally a two minute walk from the shops, less to the pub, and very near to the beach. We had a wonderful stay.

    Reviewed by Richard4.1★Jun 2025

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Your stay at a glance

  • All first floor
  • 1 x double
  • Shower room with shower, basin and WC
  • Open-plan living room with kitchen, dining area and sitting area
  • Gas heating
  • Gas oven and hob, fridge, dishwasher, washing machine, TV with BT Sports package, WiFi
  • Fuel and power inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Off-road parking for one car (Ideal for medium family size cars and SUVs)
  • Designated dining space outside
  • Sorry, no pets and no smoking
  • Shop and pub 2 mins walk
  • Note - The allocated car parking space can be tight for larger cars.

The property

The Compass is a stylish one-bedroom flat in a character Grade II listed building perfectly placed in the heart of vibrant and bustling Swanage, with access to shops cafes and restaurants, straight from the doorstep. This cosy apartment is ideal for two and is set within a pleasant courtyard, part of a contemporary conversion of the towns' Ship Hotel including accommodation known as 'Chandlers', The Ship Inn & restaurant.

 Situated just a short walk from the Stone Quay, Victorian Pier & sandy beach it offers a private parking space and a designated outdoor dining area, on a communal patio space, where you can enjoy breakfast in the sun.

From your allocated parking space, you head up a flight of steps to the raised patio and enter the building through the communal entrance and head up a flight of stairs to your own private interior, wonderfully appointed with a fully fitted kitchen, breakfast area and sitting area. Relax on the sofa and enjoy a spot of relaxation accompanied by a film or sports game on TV. Take a refreshing shower each morning or evening and rejuvenate within a modern, tiled surround complete with contemporary colour schemes and considered lighting. Next to the bathroom is the bedroom, which offers a light and airy feel with ample storage to keep all your holiday essentials. There is even a pull-out bed for those travelling with a child. It only takes a few minutes to walk to the seafront, which boasts lovely, golden sands set in a sheltered bay perfect for taking a dip in the waters of this Blue Flag Beach. The stunning coastline has many attractions; Corfe Castle is only a short drive away or perhaps you might like to experience a train ride on the local Vintage Steam Railway. Walk the long sandy beaches of Studland Bay and perhaps take the chain ferry over to Poole and Sandbanks. The local countryside is a walkers' paradise perfect for nature lovers and dotted with pretty villages to discover. This well-appointed flat provides the ideal base for couples and families to relax, explore and enjoy the beautiful Jurassic coast.

Where you’ll be staying

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SWANAGE

Wareham 9.7 miles; Poole 20 miles.

The small, family-friendly seaside resort of Swanage is situated at the eastern end of Dorset’s famous Jurassic Coast, on the celebrated Isle of Purbeck and is probably best known for its wonderful, gently shelving golden sands. The little town offers visitors plenty of shops, good pubs and restaurants, some of which specialise in locally caught seafood, and is also well known for its annual jazz festival, which takes place each July. The attractive, Victorian wooden pier offers a great place for a stroll or try fishing, and often used a departure point for divers, it’s a wonderful place to watch the world pass by. The historic Swanage Railway has its terminus in the town and regular nostalgic steam engine trips take tourists for a picturesque 6-mile journey, chugging through lovely countryside to stop just beyond the romantic ruin of Corfe Castle. Nearby Durlston Country Park offers a lovely day out with spectacular coastal walks, dolphin spotting and wildlife watching, together with comfortable viewing points and a well-stocked cafe for a treat after all the fresh air. Take the short drive to Studland, which has one of the finest beaches in the country, surrounded by heathland, together with the regular chain ferry, which crosses the mouth of Poole Harbour to Sandbanks. This truly is a delightful holiday destination at any time of the year.

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