Title: The Swanage Rail Lookout - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=5707&destination=Swanage%2C+England%2C+United+Kingdom&selected=114090693&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Swanage Rail Lookout ## Photo gallery for The Swanage Rail Lookout ![Beach nearby - The Swanage Rail Lookout (Swanage)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114100000/114090700/114090693/421feb78.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Living area - The Swanage Rail Lookout (Swanage)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114100000/114090700/114090693/73ea2853.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - The Swanage Rail Lookout (Swanage)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114100000/114090700/114090693/577ec1f1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - The Swanage Rail Lookout (Swanage)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114100000/114090700/114090693/185f0efc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi - The Swanage Rail Lookout (Swanage)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114100000/114090700/114090693/9079a22f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Take advantage of an adjacent golf course, a garden, and a playground at The Swanage Rail Lookout. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 9.0 Wonderful ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Pet friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi - 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. ### The Swanage Rail Lookout This smoke-free cottage features a garden, free self parking, and free WiFi in public areas. The cottage features free WiFi and a washing machine, plus a kitchen with a refrigerator and a dishwasher. 2 bathrooms, an electric kettle, and a shower are among the other amenities available to guests. Housekeeping is not available. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Accommodations at this 3-star cottage have kitchens with refrigerators, cookware/dishes/utensils, and dishwashers. Bathrooms include showers. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Free self parking on site - Onsite parking includes off-street options ### Family friendly - Playground ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 2 private bathrooms - Shower ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - No housekeeping service ### Location highlights - Next to a golf course ### Things to do - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby ### 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 - Garden - Individual decor - Individual furnishings ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/910000/901100/901039/8299d7f2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Purbeck House Hotel Swanage - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free WiFi - Business services 8.8 Excellent 396 reviews CA $160 CA $192 total includes taxes & fees Apr 6 - Apr 7 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-06&endDate=2026-04-07&selected=901039&PinnedHotelID=901039&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Deluxe Suite, Sea View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/5000000/4999000/4998989/99230576.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Pines Hotel Swanage - Pet friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 9.2 Wonderful 381 reviews CA $198 CA $237 total includes taxes & fees Apr 6 - Apr 7 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-06&endDate=2026-04-07&selected=4998989&PinnedHotelID=4998989&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Superior Double Room, Sea View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83110000/83105100/83105063/60b911f2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Fairhaven Hotel Weymouth - Free WiFi - Breakfast available - Bar - Housekeeping 8.4 Very good 748 reviews CA $95 CA $114 total includes taxes & fees Apr 12 - Apr 13 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-12&endDate=2026-04-13&selected=83105063&PinnedHotelID=83105063&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114100000/114093900/114093884/6c86f747.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Old Harry Cottage 16 Swanage - Kitchen - Washer - Parking included - Free WiFi CA $770 CA $924 total includes taxes & fees Apr 10 - Apr 11 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-10&endDate=2026-04-11&selected=114093884&PinnedHotelID=114093884&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5380000/5370600/5370569/7a507093.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Jubilee Hotel West- with Spa Facilities Weymouth - Spa - Pet friendly - Free WiFi - Restaurant 7.0 Good 85 reviews CA $98 CA $117 total includes taxes & fees Apr 8 - Apr 9 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-08&endDate=2026-04-09&selected=5370569&PinnedHotelID=5370569&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3750000/3741200/3741190/130d2e5e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The George B&B Weymouth - Pet friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi - Game room 9.6 Exceptional 122 reviews CA $127 CA $153 total includes taxes & fees Apr 13 - Apr 14 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-13&endDate=2026-04-14&selected=3741190&PinnedHotelID=3741190&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Miscellaneous](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73490000/73484000/73483906/e8759d51.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Seascape Weymouth - Breakfast included - Free WiFi 9.4 Exceptional 102 reviews CA $164 CA $196 total includes taxes & fees Apr 16 - Apr 17 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-16&endDate=2026-04-17&selected=73483906&PinnedHotelID=73483906&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20100000/20099200/20099160/41edc13d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Ocean Guesthouse Weymouth - Breakfast included - Free WiFi - Parking available - Bar 9.4 Exceptional 40 reviews CA $193 CA $232 total includes taxes & fees Apr 11 - Apr 12 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-11&endDate=2026-04-12&selected=20099160&PinnedHotelID=20099160&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Twin Room, Ensuite | Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4590000/4589200/4589174/253e8ac0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Lugger Inn Weymouth - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Bar 8.4 Very good 280 reviews CA $166 CA $199 total includes taxes & fees Apr 8 - Apr 9 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-08&endDate=2026-04-09&selected=4589174&PinnedHotelID=4589174&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Cottage | Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93220000/93219700/93219698/0bf2eb3f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Waterston Cottage Wareham - Kitchen - Washer - Pet friendly - Parking included CA $1,457 CA $1,749 total includes taxes & fees May 6 - May 7 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-05-06&endDate=2026-05-07&selected=93219698&PinnedHotelID=93219698&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Compare similar properties](/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-19&endDate=2026-04-20&selected=114090693&PinnedHotelID=114090693&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2&comparePropertyIds=114090693,901039,4998989,83105063,114093884) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ### Property 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 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 ### Property is also known as The Swanage Rail Lookout Cottage The Swanage Rail Lookout Swanage The Swanage Rail Lookout Cottage Swanage ## About the area Located in Swanage, this cottage is next to a golf course and near the beach. While the natural beauty of Bournemouth Beach and Lulworth Cove can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Poole Harbour. Swanage Railway and Sandbanks Beach are also worth visiting. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby. [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%7C50.61113%2C-1.97158&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=6NzLdyboV3uGkhv439biz_-3Bno=) 158 Kings Road West, Swanage, England, BH19 1HT ### What's nearby - ![Swanage Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5707/a1afd9c7-65db-4764-8295-c849c2d6c521.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Swanage Beach 14 min walk \- 1.2 km - ![Durlston Country Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5707/bf316e78-21bf-43c1-9f38-632cb1d47ef8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Durlston Country Park 14 min walk \- 1.2 km - ![Jurassic Coast](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635998143517/df9d8755-7b81-4a85-a556-f42f0cd6c73d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Dorset and East Devon Coast 3 min drive \- 2.1 km - Pier Beach 15 min walk \- 1.3 km - Swanage Pier 20 min walk \- 1.7 km ### Getting around - Swanage Station 11 min walk - Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) 59 min drive ### Restaurants - Ocean Bay Beach Bar & Restaurant 2 min drive - Coastal Crust Pizzeria 9 min walk - The Cellar Bar 15 min walk - Greggs 13 min walk - The Cornish Bakery 14 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Swanage Rail Lookout pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at The Swanage Rail Lookout? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at The Swanage Rail Lookout? ### What time is check-out at The Swanage Rail Lookout? ### Where is The Swanage Rail Lookout located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Swanage Rail Lookout Reviews ## Reviews 9.0 ### Wonderful ### Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > - [Maison Claire](https://www.expedia.ca/Chester-Hotels-Maison-Claire.h2250858.Hotel-Information) > - [Low Wood Bay Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Windermere-Hotels-Low-Wood-Bay.h5243.Hotel-Information) > - [Harbour Hotel St Ives](https://www.expedia.ca/St-Ives-Hotels-St-Ives-Harbour-Hotel.h175599.Hotel-Information) > - [The Hotel Chester](https://www.expedia.ca/Chester-Hotels-The-Hotel-Chester.h60919379.Hotel-Information) > - [Glenhaven](https://www.expedia.ca/Saxmundham-Hotels-Glenhaven.h30997583.Hotel-Information) > - [No Man's Fort](https://www.expedia.ca/Portsmouth-Hotels-No-Mans-Fort.h11536410.Hotel-Information) > - [Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Preston-Hotels-Macdonald-Tickled-Trout-Hotel.h19091.Hotel-Information) > - [Headlands - Room Only Accommodation](https://www.expedia.ca/Falmouth-Hotels-Headlands-Room-Only-Accommodation.h7374570.Hotel-Information) > - [The White Hart Royal Hotel, Moreton-in-Marsh](https://www.expedia.ca/Moreton-In-Marsh-Hotels-White-Hart-Royal-Hotel.h3848404.Hotel-Information) > - [The Manor House](https://www.expedia.ca/Dronfield-Hotels-The-Manor-House.h4780993.Hotel-Information) > - [The Pearl Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Peterborough-Hotels-The-Pearl-Hotel.h6335144.Hotel-Information) > - [The Admiral Rodney Hotel, Horncastle, Lincolnshire](https://www.expedia.ca/Horncastle-Hotels-The-Admiral-Rodney-Hotel.h664365.Hotel-Information) > - [The Manor House](https://www.expedia.ca/Scarborough-Hotels-The-Manor-House.h44509462.Hotel-Information) > - [Harbour Hotel Salcombe](https://www.expedia.ca/Salcombe-Hotels-Salcombe-Harbour-Hotel-Spa.h19504246.Hotel-Information) > - [YotelAIR London Gatwick ](https://www.expedia.ca/Gatwick-Hotels-Yotel-Air-London-Gatwick.h18969729.Hotel-Information) > - [Pennyhill Park Hotel And Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Bagshot-Hotels-Pennyhill-Park-Hotel-And-Spa.h517256.Hotel-Information) > - [The George](https://www.expedia.ca/Cheltenham-Hotels-The-George-Hotel.h45140643.Hotel-Information) > - [Newmarket Boutique Apartments](https://www.expedia.ca/Newmarket-Hotels-Newmarket-Boutique-Apartments.h3522773.Hotel-Information) > - [Kestrel Cottage](https://www.expedia.ca/Grange-Over-Sands-Hotels-Kestrel-Cottage.h31001279.Hotel-Information) > - [Yew Tree Cottage](https://www.expedia.ca/Coniston-Hotels-Yew-Tree-Cottage.h26995444.Hotel-Information) > - [Sunday Box Hill Burford Bridge Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Dorking-Hotels-Sunday-Hotels-Box-Hill.h861138.Hotel-Information) > - [The Trout](https://www.expedia.ca/Cockermouth-Hotels-The-Trout.h11899282.Hotel-Information) > - [A stunning luxury lodge, perfect for a couples retreat or family break.](https://www.expedia.ca/Ripon-Hotels-2-Bedroom-Accommodation-In-West-Tanfield.h83658218.Hotel-Information) > - [Wisteria House B&B](https://www.expedia.ca/Chippenham-Hotels-Wisteria-House-BB.h53797442.Hotel-Information) > - [Tides Cottage](https://www.expedia.ca/Pevensey-Hotels-Tides-Cottage.h42241061.Hotel-Information) > - [Lizzies Cottage](https://www.expedia.ca/Horncastle-Hotels-Lizzies-Cottage.h44511273.Hotel-Information) > - [The Crown hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Woodbridge-Hotels-The-Crown-Hotel.h520172.Hotel-Information) > - [The Lindisfarne Inn - The Inn Collection Group](https://www.expedia.ca/Berwick-Upon-Tweed-Hotels-The-Lindisfarne-Inn.h28969020.Hotel-Information) > - [Delta Hotels by Marriott Peterborough](https://www.expedia.ca/Peterborough-Hotels-Peterborough-Marriott-Hotel.h691233.Hotel-Information)