Take a romantic getaway in a enchanting stone cottage. This building used to be a school house, but now it’s the perfect retreat for couples looking for some quality time together. You’ll have everything you could want in this beautifully and thoughtfully decorated getaway, plus a stunning and unconventional garden. You’ll be staying about a mile outside of Swanage, with easy access to the coast and gorgeous natural areas.
Enter the pretty property and leave your shoes and coats in the porch area. The main downstairs area is made up of three rooms: a utility room, a bathroom with a walk-in shower, and the main open-plan living area. The living area combines a charming kitchen, lounge and diner into one, and has an wonderfully high ceiling with a mezzanine. There are tall windows to fill the space with natural light, and everything is beautifully decorated for a charming finish. Head up the spiral stairs to find a comfortable double bedroom with a vaulted ceiling, and a bathroom with a deep bath for long soaks. The cottage is completed by a rear garden, which combines traditional stone with flower beds. On warm afternoons, you can relax on the sun loungers and read a good book, then cook on the fire pit/BBQ, and eat at the outdoor dining table.
The Jurassic Coast is famous for its cliffs and beaches. You’ll be just over a mile from Swanage Beach, or you could take a walk to Durdle Door (15 miles) or visit Old Harry Rocks (4.5 miles). If you’d like to go for a hike and a swim, try the Blue Pool (7.5 miles), a natural swimming hole surrounded by trails. For shopping, pubs and meals out, Swanage is just a mile away.