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The Compass

Property class: 3.5

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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 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.
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".

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
The current price is AU$706
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct

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 area

Swanage

This cottage places you steps from Swanage Museum and Heritage Centre and within a short 5-minute stroll of Pier Beach. .Accommodation is individually decorated and features a washing machine, free WiFi and a TV. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a stovetop and a dishwasher. Housekeeping is not available.
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What's nearby

  • Pier Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Swanage Pier - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Swanage Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Dorset and East Devon Coast - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Durlston Country Park - 11 min walk - 0.9 km

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

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. Accommodation at this 3.5-star cottage has kitchens with fridges, stovetops, kitchenware and utensils and dishwashers. Bathrooms include baths or showers.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited number of on-site self parking spaces
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 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

  • 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

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
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

Payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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

Is parking available at The Compass?

Yep, The Compass has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at The Compass?

As of 27 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Compass on 9 Oct 2026 start from AU$706, 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.

Are there any beaches close to The Compass?

Yep, The Compass is a short 6-minute walk from Swanage Beach.

Does The Compass have a pool?

No, this cottage doesn't have a pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Compass?

No, The Compass does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Compass?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Compass?

No, only service animals are allowed.