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The Rookery

3.0 star property
Bed & breakfast in Swanage with free breakfast and restaurant

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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3 Highcliffe Road, Swanage, England, BH19 1LW
  • Place, Swanage Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Durlston Country Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Studland Beach and Nature Reserve
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Room options

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Double Room, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room, Ensuite

Double Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Single Room, Ensuite

Single Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • 8 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Twin Room, Ensuite

Twin Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Suite, Ensuite

Suite, Ensuite

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Suite, Ensuite

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Electric kettle
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed

About the area

Swanage

At The Rookery you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Swanage Beach and Dorset and East Devon Coast. Highlights at this B&B include free breakfast, a restaurant and free self-parking. .This smoke-free bed & breakfast offers free WiFi in public areas. Plus you'll find an outdoor tennis court. .Attractions within a 30-minute drive of this 3-property class Swanage B&B include Poole Harbour and Corfe Castle.
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What's nearby

  • Swanage Beach - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Durlston Country Park - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Swanage Pier - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Great Globe - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Studland Beach and Nature Reserve - 5 min drive - 5.4 km

Getting around

  • Swanage Station - 14 min walk
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Greggs - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Down The Beach Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪G Whites - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Ocean Bay Beach Bar & Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Ship Inn - ‬15 min walk

About this property

The Rookery

Bed & breakfast in Swanage with free breakfast and restaurant
There's a restaurant on site. Free breakfast is served. Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Swanage bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
The Rookery offers 8 accommodations. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast available
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Mini golf
  • Outdoor tennis court

Family friendly

  • Mini golf

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

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
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 and Mastercard.

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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at The Rookery?

Yep, The Rookery has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Rookery?

Yep, The Rookery is a short 3-minute walk from Swanage Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, waterskiing and windsurfing.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Rookery?

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

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Rookery?

Yep, you can grab a meal at The Rookery's onsite restaurant.

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

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Rookery?

No, pets are not allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at The Rookery?

There isn't one on site, but Swanage 18 Hole Pitch and Putt is a short 18-minute walk away.

Reviews

The Rookery Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 57 out of 68 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 68 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 68 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 68 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 68 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a wonderful stay. The room was lovely and comfy and the breakfast was delicious.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jo

Liked: Cleanliness

Poor Teddy

Started off the weekend well, clean and comfortable. Room was cold as the weather had changed to rain but the heating did not come on. Breakfast was good. The second night was cut short as the owners dog was left home alone and continued to howl and bark for hours. After trying to contact the owners without success we decided to leave as sleep was impossible and hearing a dog in distress was very unsettling. We left at 9pm for a 2hr drive home. Had no reply from owners after leaving 2 messages on their emergency numbers and sending texts and contacting through Hotels.com requesting a refund for the second night. Met the resident staying in room 1 on our way out who was also feeling concerned for the dog and irritated by the noise.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hosts, very welcoming. Breakfast was lovely too.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovey clean room and friendly hosts. Booking I was disorganised as not checked website we booked through so not expecting us. Ordered a drink and waited for arrival only to to charged ,
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Had an excellent stay and have stayed previously!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Daniel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice B and B.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great friendly b&b ideally located in swanage walking distance to the sea off road parking lovely relaxed atmosphere 😎
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caron

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautifully kept, great host in Alan, and Charlene did breakfasts to perfection with quality local produce. High standards of cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely family run business,I was made to feel very welcome and nothing was too much for the hosts. They went above and beyond. Lovely room ,bathroom with very nice shower gel,shampoo and cream. Everywhere was extremely clean and the breakfast was cooked fresh and arrived quickly.Only a few minute walk to beach. Would definitely recommend this guest house.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Jazz '24

Wonderful blackpudding and the Swanage Jazz Festival was worth coming back to.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extremely helpful, friendly proprietors. Very well appointed. I shall definately return ! Thoroughly recommended. You can't do better.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin, London

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely place to stay. Wouldn’t change a thing! Thank you. PS. Try the sausages.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My room was very clean and the bathroom looked as though it had just been renewed. Alan was very good and I would happily return.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly welcome, great breakfasts, a short stroll to the beach in Swanage and the town
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely mini-break

Perfect base from which to explore Swanage and the surrounding area. Two-minute walk to the beach, and a short stroll along the seafront to the shops etc. Alan is a very friendly host, our room was lovely and breakfast was delicious. Everywhere was spotlessly clean. No hesitation in recommending The Rookery
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Small friendly BnB for a few days rest.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything I needed to make a two day walking holiday comfortable including a great breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gill

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The host was very friendly and welcoming and only too happy to please.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Traditional with bay windows yet modern ring door bell, and porch chairs to sit and chill on. VERY spacious inside. Good sized room with traditional sash windows and smart TV, modern ensuite.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our second time at the Rookery, and just as good as the first! Everything immaculate - five stars hardly does it justice! Great welcome, great breakfast, superb location, especially for beach lovers - I'm sure we'll be back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very friendly

Truly a friendly couple who want to make you stay as pleasant and that you feel very welcome
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023