About this property
Nestled within the fabulous holiday park of Herston Yards Farm, on the outskirts of Swanage, Dorset, rests this delightful, three-bedroom holiday lodge, Walnut. With a charming, wooden-clad exterior, outdoor decking with furniture and hot tub, and a fabulous proximity to on-site facilities and amenities, this wonderful home welcomes a family or group of seven, and their well-behaved dog, to enjoy a relaxing, fuss-free stay within the Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. After you've finished unpacking, settle into your new lodgings by getting to work in the fully-equipped kitchen, wherein you can rustle up a tasty, home-cooked meal to be savoured at the dining table, breakfast bar, or even alfresco on the enclosed decking in warmer months. When you're finished eating, take time to relax, by kicking back to enjoy a film in the sitting area complete with its very own woodburning stove, or take a long, hot dip in the private hot tub and watch as the mesmerising, starry night begins to appear overhead. When sleep calls, indulge in a rejuvenating bath or shower before you finally retire for a much-needed rest in any of the three inviting bedrooms, each of which features their own Freeview-enabled TV. If you can tear yourself from your tranquil base, head out to explore your local area. Head to The Shop to stock up on supplies or settle down for a pub lunch at The Old Mess Room, both locations conveniently-located on the holiday park, just a short stroll from your front door! A day trip to Swanage is also a must, where you and your loved ones can take a walk along the peaceful locales of Swanage Bay and Pier, or even hop onboard the historic Swanage Railway attraction. Whatever you get up to during your next stay in Dorset, do it from the base of Walnut.
Swanage is a small, family-friendly beach town on the renowned Isle of Purbeck, at the eastern extremity of Dorset's renowned Jurassic Coast. Swanage is arguably best known for its lovely, gently sloping golden sands. The small town is well renowned for its annual jazz festival, which is held in July, and for its abundance of stores, fine taverns, and restaurants, some of which specialise in locally caught seafood. The charming Victorian wooden pier is a lovely spot to promenade, go fishing, or just sit and take in the sights. It's also a popular starting point for divers. Regular vintage steam engine excursions transport tourists on a charming 6-mile journey, chugging through gorgeous countryside to stop just beyond the romantic ruin of Corfe Castle, from the town's terminal on the historic Swanage Railway. With beautiful coastline walks, dolphin sightings, and wildlife viewing in addition to comfortable viewing areas and a well-stocked cafe for a treat after all the fresh air, nearby Durlston Country Park makes for a fantastic day out. Take the frequent chain ferry that travels over the mouth of Poole Harbour to Sandbanks and the short drive to Studland, which has one of the best beaches in the nation and is bordered by heathland. Any time of year, you can have a wonderful holiday here.
Accommodation
Single-storey.
Three bedrooms with Freeview TVs: 1 x double with en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x double, 1 x family room with single and bunk.
Bathroom with whirlpool/jacuzzi bath, walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with woodburning stove
Gas central heating.
Electric oven and gas hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher.
4 x TVs, surround sound system, DVD player, CD player, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Parking.
Enclosed decking with furniture and hot tub.
One well-behaved dog welcome, subject to £5 daily charge.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop and pub 0.1 miles, beach 1.3 miles.
Note: On-site facilities include a shop, bar and children’s play area
Nearby points of interest
- Swanage Railway
- Studland Beach And Nature Reserve
- Bournemouth Beach
- Lulworth Cove
- Corfe Castle
- Poole Harbour
Reviews (3)
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Kamil
The decking area wood is very slippery when wet and needs replacing in some areas. Overall, the staff was very friendly. I would recommend this place.
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Melanie
Walnut is warm, comfortable and cosy, surrounded by hills and wildlife, added bonus was the log burner, whirlpool bath and of course the hot tub. Deer and lots of different birds visited at night. Wonât hesitate to return. Thank you
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Stephanie
It's located in a wonderful location, just a short walk into the town, and very close to other walking routes. The hot tub was amazing after a day of exploring, and the lodge was very cozy. Just a few things could be improved - check in instructions were incorrect, although the email from Sykes said lock box collection, we luckily rang on the way and were told it was collection from reception which was shutting at 5! We managed to get there just on the dot, and the lady kindly stayed back to hand over the keys. The lodge didn't come with hand soap which would have been helpful after a long drive, and the kitchen equipment was a bit tired, with broken knives and old pans. The shower in the main bathroom has a leak, and the drainage is very poor. There's a wonderful spa bath in the cottage but the plug is broken so we should only use it once. And there were quite a few cobwebs dotted about the lodge Ultimately it was still a fantastic stay, and brilliant value for money, but just a few tweaks that could be made.