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The Compass

3.5 star property
Cottage in Swanage with kitchen

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Property grounds
Cottage | Interior
Cottage | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi
Cottage | Living room | TV
Cottage | Interior
Near Corfe Castle, The Compass provides everything you need. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is €411
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct

Add dates for prices

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

Cottage in Swanage with kitchen
Free self-parking and free Wi-Fi in public areas are available at this smoke-free cottage. The cottage features a washing machine and a kitchen with a fridge, a stovetop and a dishwasher. Free WiFi, a TV and a shower are among the other amenities available to guests. Housekeeping is not available.
Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. This Swanage cottage provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Accommodation at this 3.5-star cottage has kitchens with fridges, stovetops, kitchenware and utensils and dishwashers. Bathrooms include baths or showers.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

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

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • No housekeeping service
  • 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

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Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email with check-in information
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Payment types at the property

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

The Compass Cottage
The Compass Swanage
The Compass Cottage Swanage

About the area

Map
Swanage, England

What's nearby

  • Swanage Pier - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Swanage Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Durlston Country Park - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Great Globe - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Studland Beach and Nature Reserve - 6 min drive - 6.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Greggs - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪G Whites - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Fish Plaice - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Ship Inn - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The White Swan - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Compass pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Compass?

As of 3 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Compass on 17 Oct 2025 start from €410.60, 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.

How much is parking at The Compass?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Compass?

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

What time is check-out at The Compass?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Compass located?

Situated near the beach, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Pier Beach, Swanage Pier and Swanage Beach. Durlston Country Park and Dorset and East Devon Coast are also within 15 minutes. Swanage Station is 6 minutes by foot and Swanage Herston Halt Station is 27 minutes.

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Reviews

9.6

Exceptional