[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 ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83090000/83086800/83086747/add540d1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83090000/83086800/83086747/3d9a7431.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) ![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) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83090000/83086800/83086747/152fd719.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location 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. 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=2025-11-02&endDate=2025-11-03&selected=88716753&PinnedHotelID=88716753&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76470000/76469600/76469580/16f32f4e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lovely seaside chalet with just a 2 minute walk to the beach! 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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 Swanage is home to this cottage. Poole Harbour and Sandbanks Beach are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Bournemouth Beach and Lulworth Cove. Traveling with kids? Consider Bournemouth Pier, or check out an event or a game at Vitality Stadium. [Visit our Swanage travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Swanage.dx5707) [View more Cottages in Swanage](https://www.expedia.ca/Swanage-Cottages.d5707-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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 Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km - Durlston Country Park - 17 min walk - 1.5 km - Swanage Pier - 17 min walk - 1.5 km - Great Globe - 4 min drive - 2.8 km - Studland Beach and Nature Reserve - 11 min drive - 6.8 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 Ship Inn - ‬12 min walk - ‪White Horse Inn - ‬12 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Lizards Rest - a large budget friendly home for the extended family pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Lizards Rest - a large budget friendly home for the extended family? > As of Oct 19, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lizards Rest - a large budget friendly home for the extended family on Nov 1, 2025 start from CA $1,061.1, excluding 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](https://www.expedia.ca/Swanage-Hotels-Lizards-Rest-A-Large-Budget-Friendly-Home-For-The-Extended-Family.h83086747.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### What time is check-in at Lizards Rest - a large budget friendly home for the extended family? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Lizards Rest - a large budget friendly home for the extended family? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Lizards Rest - a large budget friendly home for the extended family located? > This family-friendly Swanage cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Swanage 18 Hole Pitch and Putt and Swanage Beach. Pier Beach and Durlston Country Park are also within 1 mi (2 km). Swanage Station is 8 minutes by foot and Swanage Herston Halt Station is 18 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Lizards Rest - a large budget friendly home for the extended family Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### sarah K. Feb 25, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place to stay Second time we have used this property and a great one it is! Always clean and tidy, in a great location as a nice walk into town. Only one downside and it’s happened both times we have stayed is the downstairs showers floods the bathroom, it’s been an easy fix as it caused by blocked drains outside so only suggestion from us it when cleaning the property just check the outside drains as the husband has managed to clean it both times ##### sarah K. Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Keith B. Aug 30, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect stay A very pleasant holiday as always when we stay at lizards rest ##### Keith B. 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