Title: Lizards Rest - a large budget friendly home for the extended family - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Lizards Rest - a large budget friendly home for the extended family Family-friendly cottage in Swanage ## Photo gallery for Lizards Rest - a large budget friendly home for the extended family ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83090000/83086800/83086747/add540d1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83090000/83086800/83086747/152fd719.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83090000/83086800/83086747/3d9a7431.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83090000/83086800/83086747/2e7da928.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83090000/83086800/83086747/651dc6c7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Relax in this substantial, family-friendly holiday home, located just a four-minute walk from Swanage's beautiful Blue Flag beaches and an equal distance to the seaside town centre. Unwind with activities like sailing, diving and golf nearby or stroll along the Quay at Wareham. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 91600 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Washer - Fireplace - Kitchen - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Lizards Rest - a large budget friendly home for the extended family A great base and comfortable family home. This substantial detached holiday home offers ample accommodation for the extended family in a seaside location. Situated just a four minute walk from the Blue Flag beaches of Swanage and an equal distance to seaside town centre, with all the amenities that this bustling former fishing village has to offer. Swanage has long been recognised as a family friendly destination with plenty to keep all ages entertained, even if the weather keeps you off the beautiful beaches. A wealth of good quality eateries and a host of activities for all the family including award winning sandy beach, museum, gardens, sport facilities, sailing, diving, golf and a range of shops. The Saxon walled town of Wareham is a fifteen minute drive away, relax on the Quay or take a pleasure cruise onto Brownsea Island and Poole Harbour. Visit the beautiful National Trust owned ruins at Corfe Castle. For a special, mesmerising day out visit the world renowned Monkey World, just a thirty minute drive away ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Dishwasher - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Fenced yard - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,600 square feet ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88720000/88716800/88716753/d2db351c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Dizzy Heights Spacious Swanage Townhouse & Views Sleeps 10 Swanage - Ocean view - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly 9.6 Exceptional 7 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-18&endDate=2025-12-19&selected=88716753&PinnedHotelID=88716753&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33610000/33600800/33600796/18cb584a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### A beautifully furnished, stone cottage in Swanage with garden and parking. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as 562129 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C50.61238%2C-1.96471&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=oRCPW4dTxA41GMCUamIe2ANnv2Y=) Swanage, Dorset #### What's nearby - Swanage Railway \- 5 min walk \- 0.4 km - Swanage Beach \- 6 min walk \- 0.6 km - Durlston Country Park \- 17 min walk \- 1.5 km - Swanage Pier \- 17 min walk \- 1.5 km - Dorset and East Devon Coast \- 2 min drive \- 1.5 km #### Getting around - Swanage Station - 8 min walk - Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 55 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Greggs - ‬9 min walk - ‪Ocean Bay Beach Bar & Restaurant - ‬12 min walk - ‪Coastal Crust Pizzeria - ‬9 min walk - ‪The Cornish Bakery - ‬10 min walk - ‪The Cellar Bar - ‬10 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Lizards Rest - a large budget friendly home for the extended family pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Lizards Rest - a large budget friendly home for the extended family? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Lizards Rest - a large budget friendly home for the extended family? ### What time is check-out at Lizards Rest - a large budget friendly home for the extended family? ### Where is Lizards Rest - a large budget friendly home for the extended family located? ## Have a question? 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