About this property

Historic Setting: The Limes in Swanage is housed in a historic building, offering a unique and charming environment. Comfortable Accommodations: Guests enjoy family rooms with private bathrooms, walk-in showers, and sea views. Each room includes a balcony, bathrobes, and free toiletries. Modern Amenities: The property provides free WiFi, a TV, and free on-site private parking. Additional amenities include an electric kettle, wardrobe, and carpeted floors. Convenient Location: Located 26 km from Bournemouth Airport, The Limes is a 5-minute walk from Swanage Bay and 600 metres from Swanage Railway. Boating is available in the surroundings. Highly rated for its convenient location, room comfort, and cleanliness.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

    • Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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1 single bed
1 double bed
2 single beds
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1 double bed
1 single bed
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1 double bed
1 single bed
1 double bed
1 large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 double bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Gemma
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The Limes was a perfect base for a few days stay in Swanage. The room was clean, well presented and a perfect size for a family of four.
  • Ricky
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Location and quality of building & rooms. Clearly well maintained
  • Jo
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The room was lovely, the view from our balcony was amazing 😊
  • Karen
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    A lovely warm welcome for us and our 2 dogs. Plenty of teas and coffees available and fresh milk in the fridge downstairs. 2nd visit to this property; it's in a great position, just a walk down the hill to town!
  • Patrick
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The Limes was absolutely amazing. Beautiful building with very classy decor. Our room was very big with fantastic views - you could even see the beach and sea while you were laid on the bed. The bedding and the towels were fantastic quality all...
  • Katherine
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Excellent location, immaculately clean, comfy bed, tea/coffee making facilities in the room, parking facilities
  • Ann
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Good spacious clean room with one double and single bed, en-suite and sea view. Good location with limited parking although situated halfway up a fairly steep hill.
  • Zoe
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Location is excellent. Staff very helpful. Rooms are good, and beds comfortable. The tea and coffee facilities were good, with the ability to get more fresh milk/tea/coffee and toilets rolls whenever needed., without having to find staff. Good...
  • Nicola
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The out of room bathroom was only for my use, no sharing. The hosts were very helpful
  • Linda
    Australia Australia
    Tastefully decorated room with excellent facilities. Spotlessly clean. Good location close to town on a steep hill which might not suit those with mobility issues but gave us a workout. Would stay again and recommend to others.

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by The Limes

Company review score: 8.1Based on 374 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Jason & Sarah took over the Limes in July 2018 with their three sons. Our aim is to provide a relaxing, & comfortable rooms to all our guests. We thoroughly enjoy meeting new people, sharing experiences and offering suggestions in places to visit. Since taking over the Limes we have been busy with some refurbishments, we are in the process of creating a further two letting rooms, these will be situated on the ground floor. We hope to have these rooms ready by the end of June 2024. We are looking forward to all new refurbs in the near future!

Property information

Conservatory, After a long day walking why not take the opportunity to relax in our guest conservatory, where we have books to read, or simply just sit in comfort & enjoy the view. Wi-Fi: Make the most of our free Wi-Fi. Parking: We are lucky enough to have some off road parking which is situated at the rear of the property, in Taunton road. The car park can accommodate around seven vehicles & acts on a first come, first serve basis. There is parking in & around the property, and the roads have no restrictions. PLEASE NOTE THAT WE ARE UNABLE TO OFFER OFF ROAD PARKING TO ALL OF OUR GUESTS.

Neighbourhood information

The Limes is situated in a residential area approximately 250 meters up a steep hill from Lower High Street. Therefore you have the bonus of being just a few minutes walk from all of the shops, bars & restaurants. Just a short stroll away is Swanage Pier & the beach which offers safe, clean bathing, dogs are not permitted from 30th April to 30th September. We have the benefit of enjoying some fine views across the bay from our front conservatory.

Language spoken

English

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House rules

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Check-in
From 16:00 to 23:00
Check-out
Until 10:30
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 1 year are welcome.

Children 3 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.

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