Apartment

Upper Swanage - On the Beach.

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Interior
Outdoor dining
Outdoor dining
Outdoor dining
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 1

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
    Beach view
  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Hastings, Christ Church
  • South Coast Boardwalk
    1 min walk
  • Surf in Barbados Surf School
    4 min walk
  • Rockley Beach
    14 min walk
  • Bridgetown (BGI-Grantley Adams Intl.)
    23 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 1)

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Upper Swanage - On the Beach.

“Swanage upper is lovely, perfectly formed and beautifully positioned, shelter from the sun, catches the breeze, lovely veranda views and mesmerizing sound of the sea - it makes it difficult to go out sightseeing.”

Swanage is a beautifully restored traditional Barbadian Chattel house. It is an enchanting and tastefully decorated and furnished home - you can’t help but take back special memories from your stay!

The upper apartment is a two bedroom en-suite, with an open style living area complete with dining out onto the wonderful and picturesque verandah that overlooks the Caribbean ocean. The lower unit offers one huge bedroom en-suite, with open style living area and dining out to a verandah that is exactly 4 feet above the beach. The balconies from both the upper and lower apartments both overhang the beach itself! They can be rented separately or as a complete unit if you so desire.

It’s not possible to get any closer to gorgeous white sand beach or the ocean on the island. Relax on the patio, watch the spectacular sunsets, sip a drink and look down at the ocean literally at your feet.

There’s always the constant sound of the sea, an unforgettable view, and the gentle rustle of trade winds in the Coconut trees. You can sit on the long stretch of beach, swim and snorkel in the protected lagoon (perfect for kids) or the more adventurous can surf or snorkel the barrier reef just beyond.

Step out onto the beach. Turn left and you can walk on the boardwalk to the spectacular Rockley beach, aka Accra beach, with its famous ultra-fine white sand where locals and tourists mix. Turn right and stroll along the peaceful coast towards the famous Hilton beach. Back at Swanage, you will take with you a lasting memory of the sun sinking into the horizon, and as you sit cocktail in hand, you may even see the elusive green flash.

For foodies:
There are three great dining choices on the boardwalk, Blakey’s, Tapas, and Naru with a half dozen others within walking distance. Also be sure to catch the Saturday farmer’s market opposite Blakey’s from 9AM to 1PM for your typical local Barbadian produce and crafts.

For shoppers:
It’s a short walk to Lanterns mall, a great stop for groceries and general supplies, a pharmacy, health food store and tasty local and foreign food alternatives for those looking for a quick meal.

For duty free shoppers:
There are duty free shops in Worthing, five minutes by local bus or take a ten minute ride to Bridgetown. On Broad Street you will find fine jewelry shops, Cave Shepherd, a large department store, and other shops. For a great local shopping experience visit bustling Swan Street.

For history buffs:
There’s the Hastings Historic District and storied Garrison area of Barbados. It is the location of the Old Colonial Officers Quarters and Army Hospital. The Savannah comprises the main military guard buildings, with beautiful Victorian architecture complete with a large collection of old cannons, the Barbados Turf Club (Horse Racing), the historical museum, and a vast open sports area for rugby, soccer, cricket, all surrounded by walking and running tracks.

Shared economy & Room rate levies:
These levies were introduced by the Government of Barbados with effect from August 1st, 2018. They are 10% of the booking fee plus US$4.375 per night and is collected on arrival at the villa.
We appreciate your support at this time and look forward to seeing you in Barbados.

Property manager

Philip & Tina Brennan

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Beach view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Hastings

Located in Hastings, this apartment is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Rockley Beach and Carlisle Bay. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Garrison Savannah or Wildey House.
Map
Hastings, Christ Church

What's nearby

  • South Coast Boardwalk - 1 min walk
  • Rockley Beach - 14 min walk
  • Carlisle Bay - 15 min walk
  • U.S. Embassy - 5 min drive
  • Dover Beach - 10 min drive

Getting around

  • Bridgetown (BGI-Grantley Adams Intl.) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪KFC - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Buzo Osteria Italiana - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪De Breakfast Place - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Tapas - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Chill - Cafe Bar & Grill - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Upper Swanage - On the Beach. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Upper Swanage - On the Beach.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Upper Swanage - On the Beach.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Upper Swanage - On the Beach. located?

Situated near the beach, this apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of South Coast Boardwalk and Rockley Beach. Dover Beach is 2.4 mi (3.8 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marion T., Essex

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is it !
This is a little piece of heaven - you can live the dream here at Upper Swanage villa. The view & access to the sand cannot be compared to anywhere else. Colonial style , tastefully decorated . The veranda is the ‘come again ‘ aspect of the villa - out of this world. The only good thing about leaving here is that you are one day nearer coming back for your next stay here……. I’m feel truly blessed that I found Upper Swanage
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Liz D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A true gem. Amazing views and lovely villa!
We absolutely had the most amazing time staying here, the water is literally steps away and the beach is beautiful, the rocks are perfectly staged for the water to have a pool like area for easy swimming with out too many rocks/coral. The villa/small cottage is adorable, the vaulted ceilings makes it feel bigger & and decor is fun & relaxing! It was very clean and the hosts were wonderful and very quick to respond! I would highly recommend Upper Swanage! If we are back I will sure stay here again! 💗
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Martyn P.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful position
This historic property has a wonderful position right on a beach of soft white sand with beautiful views and palm trees to either side. The apartment is well maintained , the facilities are excellent and it is close to restaurants and the boardwalk. There is a large balcony which is ideal for relaxing and simply enjoying the ambience.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nick L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing beachfront stay
We had an extended stay in Barbados and wanted to spend the last 9 days on the South coast as we hadn't stayed there before. The location was perfect and the apartment was really well equipped. All our meals were on the balcony looking over the sea and it was almost like having our own private beach and the sun loungers and beach umbrella provided were put to very good use. Close to places to eat and we had several take away meals from local restaurants that we ate on the balcony. Really relaxing end to our stay on the island and we will definitely be back to the apartment soon.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Paradise
Amazing place, wonderful vacation.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

paul h.

Accommadion & location are excellent
Location / accommodation & hosts were all excellent. We would like to thank thank Phillip & Tina who did everything possible to make our stay even more enjoyable. Many thanks Catherine & Paul
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

The cutest and best location on the South Coast
Upper Swanage is a gem! As soon as you enter you feel like you are in a home away from home. It is cosy and well maintained with the best views of the South Coast. We stayed here with our teenagers for our 20th Anniversary and thoroughly enjoyed our stay. It was close to everything. We walked along the Boardwalk and really felt well taken care of by Tina and Philip. We would definitely recommend Swanage to anyone who wants to have a non hotel experience where they feel like they are in a central location and close to everything.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Renae G.

Wonderful
We stayed in Upper Swanage which was wonderful. We were so happy with our choice to stay here and felt it really was one of the highlights of the trip. Sitting on the porch overlooking the water and having the beach at your doorstep were fantastic. You can snorkel and watch turtles in the water directly in front of the villa. There are good restaurants within walking distance, lots to do. Felt very safe here. The apartment was very clean and homey. Tina and Philip were very nice and helpful. They arranged transportation to and from the airport for us, met us upon our arrival even though it was very late when we got in. They were always available if needed. We would definitely stay here again. It was a great experience.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Gill B.

Upper Swanage
Upper Swanage is a fantastic place to stay, the location is wonderful right on a beautiful beach, the view from the apartment was stunning! The apartment was clean and comfortable truely a home from home. Tina and Philip made us very welcome, arranging our transport to and from the airport and welcoming us with a lovely bowl of fresh friut. We would definitely stay here again, two weeks just didn't seem long enough!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

ashlee h.

Better than expected!
We stayed at Upper Swanage for our honeymoon and loved it! When we first arrived, Philip and Tina met us with keys and tons of tips about the island and local area. They were extremely friendly and helpful. The place was even more pretty than in the pictures. We love to cook so we bought fresh fish and ate most of our meals on the back balcony. It has an unreal view of gorgeous water and the beach. It was turtle nesting season and we saw three swim up to shore from our balcony. One laid eggs and we got to watch they whole thing up close. The house is in a great location on the island. Easy access to any place on the island. A maid came twice while we were there and the house is fully equipped with a great kitchen and ipod docking station. Would be awesome for families because of the shallow blocked off beach area. We felt like our spot on the surrounding beach was better than the other surrounding rentals. There are cheap buses that stop right out front and take you anywhere. We rented a motorbike and the roads were very easy to navigate. Everything about Swanage was incredible. Before we got there, we started to question whether we should have done an all-inclusive resort for our honeymoon but we are SO grateful that we picked Swanage. It was so laid back and perfect for our style. It could not have been better. Thanks Philip & Tina!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

lynn c.

Delightful
We spent a week at Upper Swanage and enjoyed every minute of it. This is a delightful traditional Bajan house. The pictures truly represent what it is. The veranda over looks the beach with a perfect swimming area. The sunset views are unsurpassed. It is located at the Hastings end of the boardwalk so it is easy to walk to whatever you want. hastings is an ideal location as you have easy access to everything. Would definitely stay at Upper Swanage again.

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Hosted by Philip & Tina Brennan

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