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Herston Caravan & Campsite

Property class: 2

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A tent with a picnic table outside, a black sleeping area inside, and a grassy field in the background. - Herston Caravan & Campsite (Swanage)
A playground with a wooden climbing structure, a green slide, and a tire swing. - Herston Caravan & Campsite (Swanage)
A beachside hotel with multiple-story buildings, a sandy beach, and a hill in the background. - Herston Caravan & Campsite (Swanage)
A garden pathway with a wooden bench, surrounded by various plants and trees. - Herston Caravan & Campsite (Swanage)
A rural campsite with multiple dome-shaped tents and a few buildings in the background. - Herston Caravan & Campsite (Swanage)
Located close to Swanage Beach and Durlston Country Park, Herston Caravan & Campsite provides a grocery/convenience store, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden. Free WiFi in public areas and a playground are available to all guests.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Outdoor Space
  • Breakfast available

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About this property

Herston Caravan & Campsite

  • Campground near Swanage Beach
  • Located close to Durlston Country Park and Old Harry Rocks, Herston Caravan & Campsite provides a grocery/convenience store, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden. Free WiFi in public areas and a playground are available to all guests.
  • You'll also find perks like:
    • Free self parking
    • English breakfast (surcharge), smoke-free premises, and a billiards/pool table
  • More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Shared bathrooms with showers and tubs or showers

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • Playground

Dining

  • Daily English breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: GBP 3 to 10.95 per person
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Fee: GBP 5 per pet per night
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • No housekeeping provided

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Security system
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 20 units
  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 10 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 5 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately GBP 3.00 to 10.95 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 5 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties

About the neighborhood

Located in Swanage, this campground is in a rural area and near the beach. Corfe Castle is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Swanage Beach and Durlston Country Park. Don't miss out on a visit to Oceanarium. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and horse riding nearby. Visit our Swanage travel guide
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Washpond Lane, Swanage, England, BH19 3DJ

What's nearby

  • An aerial view of a coastal area with a rocky cliff, a sandy beach, and a clear blue sea.
    Dorset National Landscape
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • A coastal scene with a boat on a paved jetty, calm sea, distant cliffs, and a pier extending into the water.
    Swanage Beach
    3 min drive - 3.4 km
  • A coastal cliff with two caves and a transmission tower.
    Durlston Country Park
    4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Swanage 18 Hole Pitch and Putt
    3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Swanage Railway
    3 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Swanage Herston Halt Station
    11 min walk
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)
    52 min drive

Restaurants

  • Bankes Arms
    4 min drive
  • Square & Compass
    6 min drive
  • The Ship Inn
    4 min drive
  • Grand Hotel
    2 min drive
  • The Purbeck House Hotel and Louisa Lodge
    4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Herston Caravan & Campsite pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 5 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Herston Caravan & Campsite?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Herston Caravan & Campsite?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Herston Caravan & Campsite located?

Situated by the sea, this campground is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Swanage Beach and 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Durlston Country Park. Old Harry Rocks and Corfe Castle are also within 6 mi (10 km). Swanage Herston Halt Station is 11 minutes by foot and Swanage Station is 25 minutes.

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