Holiday Apartment in Dorset, England:

Panoramic sea views across Swanage Bay and to the pier!

Short 5 minute level walk to the main Swanage beach and town centre. In front of the apartment is the old Stone Quay with fishing or sightseeing boat trips and a small beach. Swanage vintage steam railway is a 10 minute walk.

Attractions in Swanage, Dorset: The gently-sloping beach in Swanage is very sandy and generally the water very calm, making it very safe for swimming. For really beautiful unspoilt beaches a trip to Studland (a few miles away) is a must. The Purbeck area around Swanage is very beautiful with many great walks and villages to explore. There is a scuba diving club and sailing club both close to the flat. The cliffs are used by rock-climbers and there are many other outdoor pursuits to follow. Swanage boasts a vintage steam railway that offers rides to quaint Corfe Castle.

Facilities for the disabled and elderly: The apartment is well liked by our regular disabled and elderly guests, being ground floor, and is "on the flat" for both town and beach. The lounge and seafront patio have fantastic views of all the seaside activities, especially boats visiting the quay and pier. The bathroom and w.c. are equipped with convenient grab rails. Please check with us for any particular mobility access or special needs you may have.

Facilities for children: Having a young family ourselves mean the flat is well equipped for youngsters. There is good access for pushchairs, a cot and small beds are provided and there are plenty of plastic plates, bowls and cups (all dishwasher safe). A coldwater/microwave steriliser is also provided. There are plenty of toys, books and puzzles for the pre-school age group.
In Swanage there is an excellent fenced playground, where adults can sit and enjoy the views over the bay of Swanage whilst the children play(approx 5min walk). There is also another playground with a bouncy castle, train and various other activities available for a small cost. During the summer months the beach has a Punch & Judy show and a section of the sea is netted allowing children to play safely on floats. A new adventure playground/skatepark has recently been built within walking distance of the flat.

The rental rates for this property are quoted in GBP per property per week.

Changeover Day: Friday. All letting weeks commence at 4pm and finish at 11 am the following Friday. Other dates & short breaks are available subject to availability. Linen is not included in the rental cost but can be provided for a small charge. A cleaning charge of £15 is made unless the flat is left clean.

A deposit of £75 will be needed to secure your booking and is retained, and returned to you after your stay, provided no damage or major breakages have occurred, once a report has been received from the caretaker. The hiring charge will be due to be paid 8 weeks before your holiday commences. If your hiring is due to commence within 8 weeks of your booking, please send the full amount together with the £75 deposit with your booking form. Refunds prior to 8 weeks before your booking, no refund of your booking deposit is made, within 8 weeks, no refund to the cost of your holiday.

Gas and electricity costs -A charge of £10 per week is made for bookings commencing during the months of May to September, £15 for bookings commencing October, November, March & April and £20 for bookings in December, January or February for gas & electricity charges.