Gretenham B&B

8 Stafford Road, Swanage, BH19 2BQ, United Kingdom – Excellent location - show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location — rated 9.7/10! <small>(score from <b>194</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
9.5
Scored 9.5
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
194 reviews

Such a delightful place to stay! We received a warm welcome from the hosts following excellent communication during booking. Our room was bright and airy, the bed was extremely comfortable and the facilities were a great combination of modern alongside traditional features in keeping with the property. Great shower with complimentary toiletries . Breakfast was served in a room on a table tucked in the window, great choice of breakfast options, suitable for vegetarians too! Great value for money in a superb location close to amenities and seafront but quietly tucked away for a great nights sleep!

Sarah United Kingdom
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Gretenham B&B

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Offering quiet street views, Gretenham B&B is an accommodation set in Swanage, 300 metres from Swanage Bay and 9.3 km from Corfe Castle. Featuring sea and inner courtyard views, this bed and breakfast also features free WiFi. The accommodation offers a housekeeping service and private check-in and check-out for guests. At the bed and breakfast, units are equipped with a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. Guests can have chocolates or cookies delivered to their room. All units will provide guests with a wardrobe and a kettle. The bed and breakfast specialises in a continental and Full English/Irish breakfast and breakfast in the room is also available. Monkey World is 24 km from Gretenham B&B, while Swanage Railway is 600 metres from the property. The nearest airport is Bournemouth Airport, 26 km from the accommodation.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan

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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 double bed
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Guest reviews

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Staff
10.0
Facilities
9.4
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.8
Value for money
9.5
Location
9.7
Free WiFi
9.2
High score for Swanage
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  • Sarah
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Such a delightful place to stay! We received a warm welcome from the hosts following excellent communication during booking. Our room was bright and airy, the bed was extremely comfortable and the facilities were a great combination of modern...”
  • Mke_mke
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Courtesy, room size and great bathroom. Very nice and friendly hosts.”
  • Richard
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The location, the first class hospitality, the cleanliness, superb relaxing experience... If in the area again we would definitely stay again..”
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.

Host Information

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GRETENHAM is an Edwardian town house in the Victorian style in a row of twelve large Edwardian and Victorian houses. Situated on rising ground just off the town centre we are minutes from the local pubs, restaurants, beach, pier, railway and downs. Limited free parking is available on the road outside and further parking is available on adjoining roads. The house is decorated in a contemporary style mixed with antiques, paintings and prints reflecting the arts and crafts period. The large first floor bedroom has mirrored furniture and a king size bed, giving it a contemporary feel alongside the original features which include an open fireplace. TV with remote control. WIFI. Hospitality tray. The king-size en-suite bathroom features a large walk-in shower with sliding door and Mira electric shower, washbasin, toilet and heated towel rail with essential toiletries provided including sanitiser. Full English breakfast is pre-ordered the night before from the menu and is served in the east facing bay window of the bedroom at your selected time between 8.00am and 9.30am. Continental, vegetarian and vegan options available. We are able to cater for any special dietary requirements....
John used to run a local auction house until 2016 and has appeared on various antiques related TV programmes (as the auctioneer and local expert!). Flog It, Antiques Road Trip, Dickinson's Real Deal and others. Lou used to run a popular restaurant in the town but has now retired to concentrate on running Gretenham to our high standards. 9.6 rating. Merlin is the favourite house dog - a very amiable white furred golden retriever. He will welcome you but will not bother you if you are not a fan of dogs. He certainly is not of the jumping up type but he loves to be stroked and everyone mentions how calming he is. He has featured in many of our reviews. The house is centrally heated and we will often burn an open fire in our lounge. Stafford Road leads off the main town centre just a few minutes walk from the beach, downs and pier. Parking in the road is free and unrestricted. If no spaces are available there are adjoining roads which are also free. As all guests eat separately, social distancing is easy to maintain and you will not have to share facilities with other guests. Be aware Stafford Road is on a steep hill!
The B&B is situated in a residential street of late Victorian terrace houses directly off the town centre close to shops, pubs, restaurants, beach, pier, railway and downs. Lovely views of the bay from the top of the road. Durlston Country Park is a five minute drive from the property. Parking is available in Stafford Road and surrounding roads.
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Gretenham B&B
Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Additional toilet
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • View
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Beach
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Private check-in/check-out
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
General
  • Adult only
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Carpeted
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Languages spoken
  • English

Property practice

This property has told us they implemented a practice in one of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules

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Check-in

From 13:00 to 20:00

Check-out

Until 10:30

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

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

Payments by Booking.com

Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Gretenham B&B in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

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.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

Legal information

This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

FAQs about Gretenham B&B

  • Gretenham B&B is 150 yards from the centre of Swanage. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Gretenham B&B offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Beach

  • Room options at Gretenham B&B include:

    • Suite
    • Double

  • The prices at Gretenham B&B may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Guests staying at Gretenham B&B can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.5).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan

  • The nearest beach is just 400 yards from Gretenham B&B. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Gretenham B&B is from 13:00, and check-out is until 10:30.