The Lookout, Swanage Perched in an elevated position with sweeping views over Swanage Bay, The Lookout is a modern and stylish first-floor apartment, perfect for up to four guests — and their four-legged friend. The stunning sea views are your reward for a short but steep walk up from the town centre. Once home, sit back, relax, and soak in the panoramic outlook as you enjoy lazy days with family and friends. Step inside and you’ll instantly notice the high-quality finish and welcoming atmosphere. (If you’d prefer not to use the stairs, a communal lift is available.) The open-plan living, dining, and kitchen area is designed for spending time together, with all the modern conveniences you could wish for. Large French doors open to reveal enchanting sea views — sparkling blue in the sunshine, dramatic and wild when autumn winds whip up the waves. Throw them open and let the fresh coastal air fill the space. The apartment offers two comfortable bedrooms. The main bedroom features doors onto a balcony — the perfect spot to enjoy a morning coffee overlooking the bay — and a sleek en suite wet room with a rainfall shower to rinse away sandy toes. The second double bedroom provides plenty of storage and a calming retreat. Completing the accommodation is a luxurious family bathroom with a deep bath, ideal for unwinding after a long coastal walk. Guests also benefit from a secure underground car park with an allocated space, though this prime location makes exploring on foot a tempting option.

Just a short stroll away lies Swanage town centre — the Isle of Purbeck’s only town — home to charming shops, fantastic eateries, and a sandy, family-friendly beach. Be sure to follow tradition and treat yourself to classic fish and chips by the sea. For keen walkers, the South West Coast Path leads from Swanage to the iconic Old Harry Rocks and on towards Studland, offering some of the UK’s most breathtaking coastal scenery. For a gentler pace, step aboard the Swanage Railway and enjoy a nostalgic steam train journey through the countryside and on to Corfe Castle. Nearby Durlston Country Park and Nature Reserve offers woodland trails, wildlife spotting, and dramatic sea vistas that will take your breath away.