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Clare House

1 Park Road, Swanage BH19 2AA, England
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Clare House
Ranked #7 of 45 Swanage B&B and Inns
4.5 of 5 stars 152 Reviews
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  • High standard(5)
  • Fresh fruit(4)
  • Warm welcome(3)
  • Short walk(3)
  • Very clean(3)
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richmond UK
Senior Reviewer
8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2012

We stayed here for four nights over the May Bank Holiday 2012. The weather was grim (cold and wet) but the accommodation was good. We had a large room on the second floor facing the street. Because the location is on a side street there were no problems re noise and it is really just down the hill for one... More

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London, United Kingdom
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 October 2011

What a wonderful surprise to find b&b owners and staff out there that actually care about the service they provide. Clare House is one of those outstanding places to stay. The staff are warm, welcoming and nothing is too much trouble. The breakfast is well organised and the best you're likely to ever find. We'll definitely be back. Thank you... More

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dylan88
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 September 2011

We found this bed and breakfast by accident, and what a wonderfull find. It's exceptionally clean, tastefully decorated, the breakfast is wonderfull and nothing is too much trouble for the owners. I can't praise this bed and breakfast highly enough. More

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Walsall, United Kingdom
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 August 2011

Had a lovely few days away at this beautifully designed and well run hotel. The staff were very friendly and breakfast was delicious and very well organised. The room was spacious and very tastefully decorated. The hotel is centrally located and makes it easy to get to the seafront and shops. Would definetly stay there again. More

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St Albans, United Kingdom
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 August 2011

We have stayed at Clare House a couple of times now and we think it is above the best a B&B can offer. It is ideally situated right next to the town centre with a 2 min walk to the sea. Clare house is run by Alan and Diane who are extremely warm and friendly hosts who make you feel... More

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Somerset
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 August 2011

Nice people, Initially had a problem with no cot in our room when we had requested one but was soon sorted out within about 20mins! Rooms were clean and fairly neutral. Breakfast was excellent, Location Brilliant - only few moments walk to town and Beach. However this meant it was very noisy at night till the early hours with people... More

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Kendal, United Kingdom
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21 reviews 21 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 August 2011

We stayed at Clare House as part of our Ruby Wedding celebrations and met up with family there. Our room was spacious and nicely furnished. The bed was huge (3 pillows width) and the shower room clean & bright, with dressing gowns & slippers. A nice touch was the silent fridge in the bedroom with fresh milk (daily) to make... More

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Chichester, United Kingdom
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 June 2011
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This was our last break away as just a couple before the birth of our first child and we chose Swanage because of the location and the fact that we had been told how laid back and picturesque it is. Well Swanage and the surrounding areas were lovely and our stay was made great by the perfect location of Clare... More

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London
1 review
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2011

The staff at the guest house were wonderful, they were attentive and welcoming from the moment we stepped inside to the moment we left. My daughter especially loved all the attention! We stayed in the room on the top floor-the stairs were a bit of a mission with a baby and luggage, but nonetheless, a beautiful room with ample space... More

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Newbury, United Kingdom
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2011

It might seem ridiculous to rate a guest house at 5 stars for everything, but for us Clare House really was that good! From the second we walked in we felt at home, the staff were warm and welcoming and nothing was too much trouble for them. Everywhere at Clare House was immaculately clean and looked as if we were... More

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1 Park Road, Swanage BH19 2AA, England
Price range (per night):* 130 AUD - 158 AUD

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