Guests say
Sandy Toes is a well-received apartment in Swanage, praised for its prime location close to the beach and local amenities. Guests appreciate the spaciousness, cleanliness, and the provision of parking. The property is noted for being a great spot for families and dog owners. Some concerns were raised about the comfort of the mattresses and stability of the bunk beds.
The apartment is consistently described as clean and well-maintained, with guests noting its cleanliness and fresh towels. No negative comments about cleanliness were found.
The location is highly praised for its proximity to the beach, shops, and local attractions, making it an ideal spot for visitors.
While the accommodation is spacious, there are several remarks about the mattresses being uncomfortable and the bunk beds being wobbly, which suggests room for improvement in this area.
The property is equipped with necessary facilities and a bonus parking space. However, guests have suggested updates to furniture and mentioned the lack of a teapot and milk jug.
Guests were pleased with the welcome biscuits and well-equipped kitchen, indicating thoughtfulness. However, as gifts are not consistently mentioned, they should not be expected.
About this property
Sandy Toes is a well-presented ground-floor apartment located in the stunning coastal town of Swanage, along the Jurassic Coast. With its proximity to the beach, this property is perfect for families and groups of friends seeking a sunny, seaside holiday with a furry companion or two. Walk into a pleasant living/room where you can curl up on the sofas and watch your favourite show or enjoy a few rounds of card games around the dining table. In the fully-equipped kitchen you'll find everything you need to cook up a delicious meal to enjoy on the picnic table in the front garden when the sun is shining. Catch your rest in the soft linens of either a double, twin or bunk room, then wake up the next day, freshen up with a hot shower and get ready to explore Dorset. In the beautiful town of Swanage you'll be spoilt for choice or eateries, you can opt for some local seafood at Gee Whites Seafood Restaurant, enjoy dinner and some live music at The Ship Inn or have something lighter at the waterside Brook Tea Rooms. Shopaholics will be happy to find a bustling shopping district where you'll find boutiques selling anything from handmade trinkets and souvenirs, to vintage clothing, to jewellery. You'll also find a wealth of activities without having to travel too far, head to Santa-Fe Fun Park for an afternoon swirling and looping on fairground rides, hike up to the clifftop Durlston Country Park and National Nature Reserve and enjoy a picnic while gazing at breathtaking, undisturbed coastal views, and don't forget to put on your bathing suit and check out Swanage Beach. Drive up to the picturesque, chocolate-box village of Corfe Castle and visit the ruins of the 1000-year-old Corfe Castle, art-lovers will enjoy trips to the Boilerhouse Gallery and The Gallery at 41, and when the sun is particularly scorching, head to Dorset Adventure Park for some refreshing water attractions. Take the scenic route to Bournemouth and walk through the underwater tunnel at Oceanarium, take a ride on the Ferris wheel at Bournemouth Pier and marvel at views of the town and coast, and end the day by treating your loved ones to some fine dining at The Queens Restaurant. Sandy Toes is the perfect base for you to explore all that Dorset has to offer.
The small, family-friendly seaside resort of Swanage is situated at the eastern end of Dorset’s famous Jurassic Coast, on the celebrated Isle of Purbeck and is probably best known for its wonderful, gently shelving golden sands. The little town offers visitors plenty of shops, good pubs and restaurants, some of which specialise in locally caught seafood, and is also well known for its annual jazz festival, which takes place each July. The attractive, Victorian wooden pier offers a great place for a stroll or try fishing, and often used a departure point for divers, it’s a wonderful place to watch the world pass by. The historic Swanage Railway has its terminus in the town and regular nostalgic steam engine trips take tourists for a picturesque 6-mile journey, chugging through lovely countryside to stop just beyond the romantic ruin of Corfe Castle. Nearby Durlston Country Park offers a lovely day out with spectacular coastal walks, dolphin spotting and wildlife watching, together with comfortable viewing points and a well-stocked cafe for a treat after all the fresh air. Take the short drive to Studland, which has one of the finest beaches in the country, surrounded by heathland, together with the regular chain ferry, which crosses the mouth of Poole Harbour to Sandbanks. This truly is a delightful holiday destination at any time of the year.
Accommodation
Ground-floor apartment.
Three bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x twin, 1 x bunk.
Shower room with walk-in shower, basin, and WC.
Cloakroom with basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Living/dining room
Gas central heating.
Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, kettle, toaster.
TV, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Allocated off-road parking for 1 car.
Front non-enclosed gravelled area with wooden table and bench.
Rear enclosed area with bench seat.
Two well-behaved pets welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 0.3 miles, pub 0.4 miles, beach 0.7 miles.
Note: Check-in 4pm, check-out 10am.
Nearby points of interest
- Swanage Railway
- Poole Harbour
- Red House Museum and Gardens
- Adventure Wonderland
- Bournemouth Aviation Museum
- Studland Bay
- Studland Beach And Nature Reserve
- Bournemouth Beach
- Corfe Castle
- Bournemouth University
Reviews (6)
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Alan
Spacious, clean, facilities good and perfect location near the sea and town. There wasn't really many negatives, so just to be objective, a dishwasher would have been preferable and the bunk beds were a bit creaky. There was a slight musty smell when we first arrived. I must stress I'm digging deep to find negatives here.
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Deborah
We loved it. It was clean, fresh and lovely towels and welcome biscuits. The kitchen was well equipped and there's a lovely hot shower. Only slight problem was the beds, the single bed mattresses could feel the springs, so much so that one of my sons had to sleep on the sofa. The bunk beds were very creaky and wobbly but seemed safe and made a good alarm clock for when the kids were up and about. Thank you for a lovely stay.
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Debbie
The twin beds are very wobbly and have a terrible squeak! Really need looking at as a previous comment mentions that. We would have liked a teapot and milk jug - but thatâs just us! We would definitely return