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The Compass

Property class: 3.5
3.5-star accommodation with kitchen in Swanage

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A beach with a cliff, a red sign, and buoys in the water.
A dining area with a wooden table, chairs, a television, and a forest-themed curtain.
A bedroom with a wooden headboard, a bed with multiple pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.
A hallway leading to a living room with a wooden floor, a small table with a plant, and a sofa. There are shelves with decorative items and a sign that reads "SEA".
A traditional stone building with a white facade and blue accents, featuring a front door, windows, and a small garden area with potted plants and a metal table and chairs.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Swanage, England
  • Place, Swanage Pier
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Swanage Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Dorset and East Devon Coast
    ‪11 min walk‬

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About the neighborhood

Swanage

Close to the beach.You'll be steps from Swanage Museum and Heritage Centre and a 5-minute walk from Pier Beach. Swanage Pier and Swanage Railway are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Pier Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Swanage Pier - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Swanage Beach - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Dorset and East Devon Coast - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Durlston Country Park - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Swanage Station - 6 min walk
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Purbeck House Hotel and Louisa Lodge - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Crows Nest Inn - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Ocean Bay Beach Bar & Restaurant - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Smoke on the Water - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Ship Inn - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Compass

3.5-star accommodation with kitchen in Swanage
WiFi is free in public spaces. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Swanage cottage is smoke free.

  • 1 guestroom or unit
  • No smoking on site
Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. This Swanage cottage provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Accommodations at this 3.5-star cottage have kitchens with refrigerators, stovetops, cookware/dishes/utensils, and dishwashers. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking (max 1 space)
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower

Entertainment

  • TV

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • No housekeeping provided
  • Virtual front desk

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email with check-in information
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Property payment types

MastercardVisa

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is professionally cleaned
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and debit cards. The property is professionally cleaned.

Property is also known as

The Compass Cottage
The Compass Swanage
The Compass Cottage Swanage

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Compass to the airport?

This cottage is 28.3 mi (59-min drive) away from the Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Compass?

As of Sep 22, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Compass on Oct 9, 2026 start from $501, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Compass have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

How close is The Compass to the beach?

This cottage is a short 4-minute walk from Pier Beach and 6-minute walk from Swanage Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Compass offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Compass?

No, there is no casino at this cottage, but Genting Casino Bournemouth (27-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at The Compass?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Compass?

This cottage offers free self parking.

Does The Compass have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does The Compass have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is The Compass to downtown Swanage?

This cottage is 0.2 mi away from Swanage.