Swanage short breaks

Short breaks in Swanage

The heart of the beautiful Isle of Purbeck, Swanage is a bustling coastal town with beaches, attractions and pubs to ensure you have everything you need for a wonderful short break. Take a look through our self-catering cottages and find your perfect weekend retreat or mid-week break. You can walk along Swanage’s historic pier, enjoy a coffee and cake at the pier café or even dive beneath it. The sandy beach itself has beach huts and wonderful coastal views - enjoy soaking up the sunshine, dipping your toes in the lapping waves or paddleboarding out on the water. Venture further out to discover more of this picturesque section of coast and visit fairy-tale Corfe Castle (6 miles), National Trust’s Knoll Beach (5 miles), or take a trip up to the famed Lulworth Cove (18 miles). Walk the footpaths that criss-cross this region, head to Keates Quarry (4 miles) or stay put and spend a relaxed day at the golf course.

Our self-catering holiday cottages in Swanage offer something for every generation, from family-friendly escapes where youngsters can run about in a safe enclosed garden, to luxurious hot tub escapes for couples and adult groups to pamper themselves while away. Enjoy a Swanage cottage short break and you could enjoy an adventurous holiday full of water sports, a serene beach holiday or a walker’s getaway – you could also go rambling along the South West Coast Path or explore inland. Unwind in a holiday retreat with a wood burner for a Swanage short break made up of toasty evenings together. Or choose yourself a dog-friendly cottage to ensure your four-legged friend can come with you on your Swanage self-catering short break. Start browsing our short breaks in Swanage and find the perfect Dorset getaway for you and your guests.