Francess and Dave are great hosts. They showed us round the property when we arrived and there was a very generous gift basket. As explained in the listing, this is their house (they stay in the annex, but happened to be away for the whole time we were there - apart from greeting us). The massive benefit of this is the property has real soul and is not just a magnolia-walled, Ikea-filled money maker for someone. We loved the creative use of old champagne corks!
The house is immaculately maintained, and very well equipped - we took advantage of Sky Q and Netflix more than the balcony and garden as the weather was changeable while we were visiting, to say the least!
It was a fantastic place for our three adults and two young kids (5 and 7). A great base for exploring Swanage - 10 minutes walk to the sea front. We also went to Corfe Castle, Kimmeridge Bay, Studland, Brownsea Island, Putlake Adventure Park and made use of the Bay View swimming pool which was 4 mins drive.
We strongly recommend the Pier Cafe, Clavells for a treat (in Kimmeridge) and Castaways for a family meal.