Guests say
Fernlea is a well-received cottage in Swanage, praised for its spaciousness, en-suite bedrooms, and well-equipped kitchen. The large garden and proximity to local attractions add to its charm. While the decor is noted as dated, it does not detract from the overall comfort. Some concerns over shower pressure and heating costs are mentioned, but the property remains a popular choice for large groups and family gatherings.
The property is consistently described as clean, with no negative comments on cleanliness, indicating a high standard of hygiene.
The location is highly praised for its easy access to coastal walks, local amenities, and attractions like Swanage and Corfe Castle, making it an ideal spot for holidaymakers.
Guests find the beds comfortable and the presence of en-suite bathrooms in each bedroom adds to the comfort level. However, some guests note the dated decor and basic amenities.
The property is well-equipped with a large garden and kitchen amenities. However, multiple reviews mention issues with shower pressure and suggest improvements, such as additional dishwashers or a walk-in shower for those with limited mobility.
There are no mentions of gifts or special touches from the host that would indicate thoughtfulness. Therefore, this category cannot be scored.
About this property
Each of the 7 bedrooms boasts en-suite bathroom facilities, a Smart television and hair dryer, making it ideal for large family groups holidaying together.. 1 step to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Living room: Smart TV, DVD Player, CD Player
Dining room.
Kitchen: Electric Cooker, Electric Range, Combi Microwave/Oven/Grill, Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher, Washer Dryer
Separate Toilet.
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Ensuite: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Ensuite: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet
Bedroom 3: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Ensuite: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet
Bedroom 4: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Ensuite: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet
Bedroom 5: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Ensuite: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet
Second Floor:
Bedroom 6: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Ensuite: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet
Bedroom 7: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Ensuite: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet.
Oil central heating (£50 per short break, £100 per week in winter, by arrangement at cost in summer), electricity by meter reading, bed linen, towels and broadband included. Travel cot and highchair. Garden with garden furniture. Private parking for 5 cars. No smoking. Please note: This property has a security deposit of £100.. In a conservation area just a mile from the cliffs and sea at Dancing Ledge, this attractive and very well-equipped stone house enjoys superb views across the countryside towards Swanage Bay. Set with its own garden on the edge of the small hamlet of Acton, it has been completely renovated to a good standard throughout and includes an extension at the rear (part of which is the owners’ accommodation). Each bedroom boasts en-suite bathroom facilities and colour television making it ideal for large family groups holidaying together. Swanage (2½ miles) has a lovely sandy beach, and offers a wide variety of attractions, including shops, inns and restaurants, a theatre, and facilities for tennis and swimming. There are steam trains to the little town of Corfe Castle, and odd pieces of architecture brought from London, including the Wellington Tower on the beach, which once stood near London Bridge. The unspoilt village of Studland (4 miles) has another excellent beach (NT) and is close to woods and downs. North of the village is Studland Heath National Nature Reserve, home to a variety of wildlife ranging from wildfowl to lizards. A ferry runs from Studland across the bay to Sandbanks, from where the bay stretches on to Bournemouth. Excellent walking can be found in this area, with the coastal path running nearby along the cliffs, and the hills at Nine Barrow Down within easy reach. Riding stables at Wareham, 8 miles. Golf 4 miles. Poole and Bournemouth, both 20 miles. Shops ½ mile, three inns within a mile.
Please note: There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
Fuel supplement £100 per week and £50 per short break, payable to the owner on arrival. Electricity by meter reading. During the summer months fuel supplement only required if heating is requested.
There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
There is a £100 security deposit payable to the owner 2 weeks pior to your holiday.
There are low ceilings, doors and/or beams within the property.
Suitable for up to 1 pet
Reviews (14)
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Mathew
Really nice place, all agreed we would return
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Roger Harris
Lovely cottage in beautiful surroundings. Clean and spacious. However, the showers are _appalling_. No pressure to speak of and in the fourth morning they didn’t work at all. My party was reduced to a full bath or a stand up wash. My bad, because I saw comments about this in previous reviews and assumed the issue would have been addressed. No point in raising it with the landlord as they are presumably aware and not concerned enough. Shame. It was a lovely place and I’d gladly return but for the showers. We also felt that the heating charge was excessive at £90 for four nights.
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Sally Fisher
Great for our annual girls get together, plenty of room for us all and loved that all bedrooms were en suite. Swanage and Corfe castle were lovely places to visit