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Swanage is set in an area of great natural beauty and retains much of the charm of its Victorian heritage. Purbeck stone is the predominant material used in the construction of many of the properties in the area, giving the town considerable appeal and character. The estate agents in Swanage have numerous buyers registering with them who are searching for all types of property, ranging from flats, terraced houses, semi-detached properties and detached houses and bungalows. Buyers are either relocating from other parts of the country (such as London and Surrey), some are purchasing retirement properties and others are searching for holiday homes. There are lots of grade II listed houses for sale in Swanage built from the traditional local Purbeck stone, as well a good proportion of properties for sale benefiting from unspoilt sea views.
Amenities for properties in Swanage
As well as many local tradesmen, the town centre has two supermarkets, banks and building societies, boutiques and a number of high street chains. There are numerous tea shops and restaurants around Swanage town centre, and a café on the popular pier. One of Swanage's main attributes is the golden sandy beach and clear unpolluted water, which has won the European Blue Flag Award many times. Water sports enthusiasts considering Swanage property will quickly discover scuba diving, water-skiing, sailing and windsurfing all take place from Swanage Bay. The UK's most popular naturist beach is based in Studland, which has official approval from the National Trust. For entertainment the Mowlem Theatre presents a varied programme of films and plays throughout the year; and children and adults enjoy visiting the Beach Gardens Sports Park, where there are tennis courts, an outdoor bowls rink and an 18-hole putting course.
Transport for Swanage
By road Swanage is accessible via the A351 Poole-Swanage road. The nearest mainline station is in Wareham, where an hourly service operates into London Waterloo in a journey time of approximately two hours.
Surrounding areas
While searching for property to buy or property to rent in Swanage, you may like to extend your search and explore neighbouring areas and look for property for sale in Weymouth, Lyme Regis and Dorchester.
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2 bedrooms house in Cowlease, Swanage, Dorset, BH19 - Asking price of £250,000
Spacious linked detached Purbeck stone house in a quiet location close to the Townsend Nature Reserve, currently used for holiday letting. Living room, kitchen/breakfast room, 2 bedrooms, bathroom...... view full details
3 bedrooms house in High Street, Swanage, Dorset, BH19 - Asking price of £229,950
Immaculately presented semi-detached family home conveniently situated within easy reach of the town centre. Commanding good views across the town to the Purbeck Hills in the distance from the...... view full details
3 bedrooms house in Manwell Drive, Swanage, Dorset, BH19 - Asking price of £325,000
Attractive semi-detached bungalow recently extensively refurbished throughout. Standing in a quiet cul-de-sac position to the South of the town. Featuring spacious and well planned contemporary...... view full details
6 bedrooms house in Ulwell Road, Swanage, Dorset, BH19 - Asking price of £320,000
* For sale by tender. Closing date: 12 noon, friday 8 january 2010 *two substantial detached edwardian houses at new swanage. Formerly guesthouses although used as multiple occupation in...... view full details
2 bedrooms flat in High Street, Swanage, Dorset - Asking price of £600
2 Bedroom flat in excellent decorative order, located 0.5 miles from the town centre. 2 Bedrooms, Bathroom, Fitted Kitchen with all appliances, Hall, Lounge with sea Glimpses, Allocated Off Road...... view full details
2 bedrooms flat in Kings Road West, Swanage, Dorset, BH19 - Asking price of £179,950
Ground floor garden flat in convenient location close to main shopping thorougfare and beach, in need of some updating. Living Room, Kitchen, 2 Bedrooms, Bathroom, Courtyard Garden. REF: KIN8177... view full details
2 bedrooms flat in Cranborne Road, Swanage, Dorset, BH19 - Asking price of £179,950
Well presented ground floor flat in quiet location, conveniently situated close to the town centre and sea front. Recently extensively renovated to a high standard throughout. Living...... view full details
2 bedrooms flat in Burlington Road, Swanage, Dorset, BH19 - Asking price of £395,000
Brand new development of 14 superb apartments in exclusive location, situated on the clifftop, most with sea and country views. Contemporary styling and fitted to a luxury finish throughout. Each...... view full details
2 bedrooms house in Bell Street, Swanage - Auction guide price of £195,000
We are the auctioneers for this property. A vacant two bedroom semi detached cottage requiring refurbishment. ... view full details
