Guests say
Sanjernin in Swanage is a well-regarded holiday cottage, praised for its cleanliness, comfortable furnishings, and convenient location. Guests appreciate the proximity to local amenities and the enclosed garden, which is ideal for dogs. While some guests mention the property's old-fashioned charm, others suggest it could benefit from modernisation and maintenance. Thoughtful touches like flowers and tea on arrival are noted, although such gestures are not guaranteed.
The majority of guests found the property clean and comfortable, with only a few reports of issues such as mould and a lack of deep cleaning. The positive remarks suggest a generally high standard of cleanliness.
The location is frequently praised for its convenience to shops, pubs, and the beach, with easy access to local walks. The property's proximity to amenities and the town centre contributes to a high location score.
Guests often describe the beds and sofas as very comfortable, and the property as spacious and homely. Comfort is highlighted as a strong point of the property, despite some dated decor.
While the property is appreciated for being well-equipped, there are several mentions of maintenance issues such as leaks, dampness, and the need for a keysafe. These comments indicate room for improvement in facilities and maintenance.
Guests have mentioned appreciating the extra touches like flowers and tea upon arrival. However, as these gifts are not consistently referenced across the reviews, it is not possible to accurately score thoughtfulness, and it should be noted that such gestures are not guaranteed.
About this property
Detached bungalow close to the town centre and beach of Swanage. Off road parking for one car. Short walk to town centre.
Bungalow located a short walk from the heart of Swanage. Welcomes up to three dogs. Parking available for one car. En-suite bathroom to master bedroom.
This pleasant holiday home is a detached bungalow located just a short car or bus ride, from the beach and town centre of Swanage.
Sleeping up to five, Sanjernin provides a comfortable base in this Dorset hideaway.
The accommodation assists of two bedrooms, the master bedroom comprising of a double bed and a single bed and it’s own ensuite. Relax in the open plan dining area / sitting room after a day exploring the local area.
A well-equipped bungalow which provides a relaxing base for families, couples or a group of friends.
Swanage is a very popular Dorset seaside town which provides a good variety of high street shops, independent retailers, bars and restaurants.
The beach at Swanage with its sand and clear water has won the prestigious European Blue Flag award. Explore the Purbeck Hills and surrounding areas and take in the breath taking scenery.
A day out on the steam train is a must, travel along from the Swanage and enjoy the countryside from the top of Corfe Castle. The National Trusts' Corfe Castle is a perfect location to step back in history and a visit to the Castle View visitor centre is perfect for you to get started on the story that shaped the castle.
Within an easy drive of Sanjernin is the Bovington Tank Museum and Monkey World. If you would like some retail therapy, shoppers are attracted to the major outlets in Bournemouth and Poole via the chain ferry at Studland.
The Swanage area and The Purbecks is perfect for leisure pursuits and tourist attractions, from gentle strolls to lazy days on the sands of the beach, Sanjernin is a perfect choice for the for young and old.
The classic seaside resort of Swanage is right at the eastern end of Dorset’s famous Jurassic Coast, on the celebrated Isle of Purbeck and is probably best known for its wonderful, gently shelving golden sands. The town offers plenty of shops, good pubs and restaurants, some of which specialise in locally caught seafood, and is also well known for its annual jazz festival, which takes place each July. The attractive, Victorian wooden pier offers a great place for a stroll or try fishing, and often used a departure point for divers, it’s a wonderful place to watch the world pass by. The historic Swanage Railway has its terminus in the town and regular nostalgic steam engine trips take tourists for a picturesque 6-mile journey, chugging through lovely countryside to stop just beyond the romantic ruin of Corfe Castle. Nearby Durlston Country Park offers a lovely day out with spectacular coastal walks, dolphin spotting and wildlife watching, together with comfortable viewing points and a well-stocked cafe for a treat after all the fresh air. Take a short drive to Studland, which has one of the finest beaches in the country, surrounded by heathland, together with the regular chain ferry, which crosses the mouth of Poole Harbour to Sandbanks. This truly is a delightful holiday destination at any time of the year.
Accommodation
All ground floor.
Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x double bed with 1 single bed with en-suite bath, hand basin and toilet.
Bathroom, bath, separate shower, basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Sitting Room/dining area.
Gas central heating.
Electric oven and hob, microwave.
Fridge / freezer, washing machine.
TV, DVD player, CD player.
Selection of books.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen included in rent.
Cot available.
Off road parking in back lane for 1 car.
Patio garden.
Three well behaved dogs are welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Nearby points of interest
- Studland Beach And Nature Reserve
- Bournemouth Beach
- Durdle Door
- Poole Harbour
Reviews (53)
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Mary
Unfortunately it requires a deep clean the floors in kitchen and bathrooms need a good scrub, front and back doors we're difficult to lock, one of the flags on the steps in garden is loose, under all the furniture was Thick fur and dust. On the plus the beds we're clean and comfortable so was the furniture. We have always used sykes for our holidays and have never been disappointed with the standard of the cottages but sanjernin left a lot to be desired, we shall not be returning.
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Elizabeth
Black mould in bedroom. Sky lights in lounge and bathroom leak when it rains. Poor housekeeping. Dangerous steps at rear of property slabs loose. Hardly any of the doors shut. No where to hang coats. Will not be using Sykes again. Do not recommend this property. Needs a serious refurb.
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Mark
The rear garden is full of weeds and the paving is very dirty, full of moss and slippery when wet. There are multiple plant pots full of weeds and rainwater, but worse than that is the large section of brick wall between the upper and lower sections of the garden which is not secure and about to fall over. The derelict summer house is also an eyesore; and spoils any intention of sitting outside amongst the weeds. There is a note stating the garden will be tidied dating from April and several other guests this summer have noted it was not done during their stay. The skylight in the lounge leaks and drips on the carpet when it rains. Most of the doors don't shut properly, and I even had to rescrew one of the handles as it was extremely loose. All of the locks need either greasing or replacing as we found it difficult to open and close; having to jiggle the key multiple times. I would also suggest maybe descaling the shower head too! It also would have been nice to have had a washer and dryer - as it was wet and difficult to dry clothes otherwise. In positive notes, the location for us was excellent, being handy for walking and having a shop 2 doors down was very convenient. This could be an amazing rental property with a bit of TLC and maintenance.