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Seaview

The exterior of Seaview, Dorset
The exterior of Seaview, Dorset | © National Trust / Mike Henton
The sitting and dining room at Seaview, Dorset
The kitchen at Seaview, Dorset

Seaview

With views over Studland Bay, this former tennis pavilion makes a quirky holiday escape.

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The sitting and dining room at Seaview, Dorset
The kitchen at Seaview, Dorset
The exterior of Seaview, Dorset
The sitting and dining room at Seaview, Dorset
The sitting and dining room at Seaview, Dorset
The entrance and hallway at Seaview, Dorset
The double bedroom at Seaview, Dorset
The first twin bedroom at Seaview, Dorset
The second twin bedroom at Seaview, Dorset
The bathroom at Seaview, Dorset
The exterior of Seaview, Dorset
The veranda seating at Seaview, Dorset
The veranda at Seaview, Dorset
The veranda seating at Seaview, Dorset
The garden at Seaview, Dorset
The garden and surrounding area at Seaview, Dorset

© National Trust / Mike Henton

With views over Studland Bay, this former tennis pavilion makes a quirky holiday escape.

At a glance

Guests
6
Bedrooms
3
Number of dogs welcome
2
Reference
003011
Acorn rating
3What's this

About Seaview

Seaview is a former tennis pavilion turned quirky holiday cottage with stacks of charm. From its veranda you’ll have front row seats of Studland Bay. Open the double French doors to a bright and airy space where cream wood-panelled walls run throughout the cottage. 

Studland Beach is just a 10 minute walk, where you’ll find a vast stretch of sand, an abundance of water sports and views of Old Harry Rocks. For a more secluded beach without the crowds, South Beach is just 180 metres from the cottage.

For walks along the Jurassic Coast, loop on to the South West Coast Path from Studland Bay and head down to Swanage. Or for the ruins of Corfe Castle, drive just 10 minutes inland. 
 

Features and facilities

  • Wi-Fi, available
  • Garden, available
  • EV charging, not available
  • Fridge, available
  • Freezer, available
  • Microwave, available
  • Open fire / wood burner, not available
  • Television, available
  • DVD, available
  • Washing machine, available
  • Dishwasher, available
  • Tumble dryer, not available
  • BBQ, available
  • Cot & high chair, available

Location

Accessibility

Ground floor facilities. Small concrete drive for one car close to cottage. Unenclosed garden. Badger sett in garden with large, unfenced holes. Popular inn opposite. Next to pub garden. Accessibility questions? Email holiday.enquiries@nationaltrust.org.uk or call us on 0344 800 2070.

Read our accessibility guide 

Layout

Ground floor layout

Kitchen, sitting room/dining room, three bedrooms (1 double and 2 twins) and bathroom with shower over bath.

More information

Heating: Wall mounted, programmable rointe electric heating included.

Parking: There is a small concrete drive which can accommodate one car close to the cottage. There is additional parking available in the National Trust carpark opposite the cottage. 

Garden: The cottage has a large garden which is mainly lawn and a verandah with full sea views. Please note that there are some gaps in the planting and there is a five bar gate which means that any dogs may need to be supervised.

Utilities/Electricals: There is a washing machine at the cottage.

Offers: Guests will benefit from a late Sunday checkout of 4pm at this cottage.

WiFi: This is now available on site, but please note that intermittent connection problems can sometimes occur and should not be relied upon. We are pleased to provide free WiFi on site which is supported by BT.

Please note: This former pavilion lies opposite a busy popular inn, which can be very lively at times. The pub garden is next to the cottage garden. 

There is a badger set at the bottom of the garden at Seaview. We are unable to fence it off or fill the holes in, some of the holes are quite large so both children and adults need to be aware.