Guests say
The Sloop in Swanage is highly praised for its unbeatable central location, spacious layout, and lovely sea views. Guests appreciate the well-equipped kitchen, comfortable beds, and easy access to local attractions, restaurants, and the beach. Cleanliness is generally good, though a few guests noted minor lapses. The main drawbacks are the small garage, challenging parking for larger vehicles, and several internal steps, which may be difficult for those with mobility issues. Overall, guests enjoy a pleasant and memorable stay, with many returning year after year.
Most guests found the property clean and tidy, with only occasional comments about areas needing more attention, particularly bathrooms. The majority of reviews mention cleanliness positively, with only a few minor criticisms.
The location is universally praised as central, convenient for shops, restaurants, and the beach, with excellent sea views. Guests consistently highlight the property's proximity to local attractions as a major advantage.
Guests generally found the cottage comfortable, with positive remarks about the beds, spaciousness, and relaxing atmosphere. Some noted issues with steps for those with mobility concerns and occasional comments about light in bedrooms or thin towels.
The property is well-equipped, with a good kitchen and most essentials provided. Some guests mentioned maintenance issues such as unreadable oven dials, missing sink plugs, and limited storage or lounge seating. The garage is only suitable for small cars.
Several guests appreciated thoughtful touches such as tea, coffee, and milk on arrival, but these are not guaranteed. Some also mentioned helpful communication and welcome notes. Suggestions for improvement included providing a hairdryer and clearer instructions for appliances.
About this property
With stunning sea views, located on Swanage High Street, this is one property not to be missed..
Ground Floor:
Living/dining room: Freeview Smart TV
Kitchen: (3 Steps), Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Fridge, Dishwasher, Washing Machine
Bedroom 1: Zip And Link Kingsize Bed (2 x Singles On Request), French Doors Leading To Balcony
Ensuite: Walk-In Shower, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 3: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet.
Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot and highchair available on request. Welcome pack. Balcony (shared). Garage parking for 1 car. No smoking.. Within touching distance of award-winning beaches, The Sloop is a stunning duplex apartment offering great accommodation for the whole family. Entering the property via the main door you are welcomed into the large open-plan living/dining room with comfy sofa, Smart TV and stunning views down the high street and across towards Swanage Bay. The kitchen is well equipped with a fridge, washing machine, dishwasher, electric oven and hob. The master bedroom can be found on the ground floor where you have access to the shared balcony, in here you have a kingsize bed and wet room with walk-in shower. Upstairs on the first floor there are two further bedrooms, one double and one twin. The main bathroom is also on the first floor offering both bath and double shower cubicle. This is a heritage property with stepped access into and around the premises. Outside there is a shared balcony where you can enjoy a morning coffee or an evening meal catching the last of the summer sun.
Being located on the main high street of Swanage, parking is a premium, with off road parking offered in the garage this is perfect to park the car up and explore everything on the doorstep (please note the garage is suitable only for a small car). The beach is less than 100 yards away, as well as the vast array of shops, restaurants and bars, along with miles and miles of coastal walks along the famous Jurassic Coastline. Further afield you have the second largest natural harbour in the world, Poole Harbour, which offers various activities from water sports to exploring the many islands. Keep an eye out for the red squirrel on Brownsea Island. The chain ferry, which is worth the trip, is located at Studland which is approx. 3 miles from the property, here you can cross across to Sandbanks beach.
Free WiFi
There are steps within the property.
Reviews (33)
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Will Roe
Very comfortable stay in an excellent location. Very well situated for shops, pubs, restaurants, walks and the railway station. Well equipped apartment with everything you will need for a stay. The view out the window is great for people watching! Looking forward to returning as soon as we can.
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Lee Bond
great place to stay tidy and clean the parking not great for big vehicle managed to get a merc gla in the garage but you have to be thin to get out and 2 inches from the wall on one side but parking normally reasonable round the corner local food bit up and down but all in all nice stay
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Sandra Bayliss
This is our 3rd stay at the Sloop and we love it - we are already booked for next year! Everything about it is perfect for our family of 6 adults and it is so ideally located. Highly recommended 😃