Business Details
Your Home from Home in Swanage
The Rookery is a family-run guest house in Swanage, Dorset, offering comfortable en-suite accommodation just 100 yards from the seafront. Established to provide a welcoming 'home from home' experience, we combine modern amenities with traditional hospitality. Our eight bedrooms include flexible family suites, all featuring flat-screen TVs, complimentary refreshments, and free WiFi. Guests enjoy a hearty breakfast using locally sourced ingredients, with dietary requirements accommodated upon request. A 2018 Booking.com award winner and TripAdvisor recommendation, we pride ourselves on attentive service, including 24-hour access, daily maid service until 11:30am, and private parking.Family-friendly facilities include toys, board games, and assistance with local attractions. Our central location makes us an ideal base for exploring Swanage's beaches, the Jurassic Coast, and Purbeck countryside, with easy transport links from Bournemouth and Wareham.
Services
En-suite Rooms
Breakfast Options
Free WiFi
Private Parking
Family-Friendly Amenities
Highlights and features
- Family-run guest house with personal hospitality
- Award-winning breakfasts using local ingredients
- Free private parking and 24-hour access
- Complimentary WiFi and modern en-suite rooms
- Recognised by Booking.com and TripAdvisor
Associations and certifications
- Booking.com Award 2018
What people say
Fantastic stay
Great food
Home from home
Wonderful hospitality
Divine food
Services
En-suite Rooms
Modern en-suite rooms with flat-screen TVs, free WiFi, and tea/coffee facilities. Flexible family suites available. Rooms include hairdryers and information packs for local attractions. Daily maid service until 11:30am ensures comfort throughout your stay.
Breakfast Options
Traditional cooked breakfasts with locally sourced ingredients and continental options. Dietary requirements accommodated. Meals served in a dining room with sea views. Fresh water available 24/7 from a communal cooler.
Family Amenities
Child-friendly environment with toys, books, and board games. Travel cots and high chairs available. Family suites with extra space. Information provided on local family-friendly attractions and activities.
Group Bookings
Accommodation for large parties and school trips. Evening meals available for groups at 24 per person for three courses. Flexible room arrangements with advance notice. Central location for exploring Dorset's attractions.
Location Access
Centrally located in Swanage, 100 yards from the seafront. Easy access via Sandbanks ferry or A351. Regular buses from Bournemouth (No. 50) and Wareham (No. 40). Walking distance to pubs, restaurants, and the Jurassic Coast.
People
Alan
Owner
Co-owner managing daily operations with a focus on guest comfort. Ensures high service standards through personal attention to detail and family traditions of hospitality.
Charlene
Owner
Co-owner overseeing guest relations and breakfast service. Combines local knowledge with warmth to create memorable stays, ensuring dietary needs and family requirements are met.
Questions
What room types are available at The Rookery?
We offer eight en-suite rooms including family suites, doubles, twins, and a single. Some rooms convert for family use. Contact us for specific arrangements.
Does The Rookery serve evening meals?
Evening meals are available for group bookings only at £24 per person for three courses. Please enquire when booking your stay.
Is The Rookery suitable for children?
Yes, we're very child-friendly with toys, books, board games, and facilities like travel cots and high chairs available upon request.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 4pm to 8pm. Check-out is by 10:30am. Keys provide 24-hour access for guests arriving outside standard hours.
How accessible is The Rookery?
We provide an Access Statement for guests with mobility needs. Contact us directly to discuss specific requirements and ensure a comfortable stay.
Reviews (6)
Malgorzata Nowak
Apr 19, 2022
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We have absolutely enjoyed our stay at this B&B, the hosts were amazing and the breakfast was superb! I would definitely recommend visiting and hopefully we will be able to return one day. Thank you for making our stay special.
Awesome
Feb 18, 2022
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Many thanks to Alan, Charlene and family for a great stay. The hotel was immaculately well presented, the food was great with generous portions and the bed was amazingly comfortable. I had a great night's sleep and will definitely be coming back again soon!
Hollie Hurwood
Nov 19, 2021
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Gorgeous rooms, very clean n comfortable! Staff were very kind and helpful. Breakfast is great, lots of variety. Would recommend!
Sarah Clarke
Nov 16, 2021
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We've just stayed for 4 nights, and I couldn't be happier with our stay. Very clean and comfortable. Alan and charlene are very friendly and helpful hosts, and the breakfast was lovely. Nothing was to much trouble.
Paul Oliver
Nov 04, 2021
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Really enjoyed a 2 night break in Swanage staying at the Rookery. Alan and his family run a beautiful B&B. Excellent breakfast, plenty of parking, super clean rooms and bright cheery decor. Happy to recommend.
Stan L.
Oct 11, 2021
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Overall we enjoyed an excellent 3 night stay at The Rookery. Our room was very clean and had an up to date bathroom, breakfast was very good with a good range of choices. What impressed us most was the friendliness of the owners and their attention to detail.
