This pretty cottage is a true home from home. The Arc is a beautifully presented period bolt hole located close to Swanage town centre, sandy beaches and the Swanage Steam Railway. The current owner has finished the property to a high standard throughout and has created a cosy and comfortable hideaway for you to enjoy during your stay. With so much on offer in this corner of Dorset every day will bring a new adventure.


As soon as you step inside The Arc the heritage of the cottage is there to be seen. The living space features flagstone floors, wood burner and fantastically deep window sills. With lounge and dining seating it is an atmospheric room to relax in after a day out. The kitchen has a door to the garden, and is a delightful space to cook and make picnics in!


Stairs rise from the living space to the 1st floor, the twin bedroom is at the front and looks over Church Hill to the rear is the double bedroom and a well appointed family bathroom.


Outside is a cottage courtyard, an ideal space for an evening meal. The church is in close proximity and you will hear the church bells ring during your stay.





Swanage is a traditional seaside town its victorian pier, sandy beaches and access to the coastal path - it makes a great base to explore the local area as well as other parts of Dorset. Close by you will find - Corfe Castle - maybe take the steam train from Swanage to Corfe Castle; a real Enid Blyton experience. You can also visit Studland, The Tank Museum and Monkey World all nearby. With lots of walking to pick from and the beach to explore Swanage has something for everyone.


Living/Dining Room: Country styling, sofa seating and dining table. Smart TV.


Kitchen: Modern, light and airy. Kettle, toaster, microwave, gas hob, electric oven, washing machine and dishwasher, fridge.


2 Bedrooms: 1) twin beds 2) double bed.


Family Bathroom: Bath with shower over, WC and hand basin.


Garden: Sunny courtyard garden on 2 levels (not enclosed). Please note that the garden is not enclosed from neighbouring property.


Line and Towels Provided: please bring your own beach towels.


WiFi- Included.


Fuel: Gas central heating, stove.


Parking: On street parking in residential roads close by.




House Rules

Additional information and rules

1 dog allowed per booking. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog


- 2 bedrooms – 1 double, 1 twin

- 1 bathroom with shower over the bath and WC

- Gas hob, electric oven, microwave, fridge, washing machine, dishwasher

- Travel cot and highchair available

- Wood burner (first basket of logs supplied)

- Smart TV

- Courtyard garden on 2 levels, shared with the property next door (not enclosed)

- On-street parking

- Shop and pub 200 metres

- Beach 0.5 miles


Additional information and rules

1 dog allowed per booking. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog


- 2 bedrooms – 1 double, 1 twin

- 1 bathroom with shower over the bath and WC

- Gas hob, electric oven, microwave, fridge, washing machine, dishwasher

- Travel cot and highchair available

- Wood burner (first basket of logs supplied)

- Smart TV

- Courtyard garden on 2 levels, shared with the property next door (not enclosed)

- On-street parking

- Shop and pub 200 metres

- Beach 0.5 miles



Host Terms & Conditions

The Travel Chapter Limited, trading as “holidaycottages·co·uk”, acts as agent for the property owner. Therefore, when you make a booking the contract is between you and the owner. Please note our terms and conditions will also apply when you make a booking. These can be found in the footer of our website, holidaycottages·co·uk.

Full travel and key collection instructions will be emailed directly to you upon receipt of full payment.