We spent New Year at the Bella Vista with a large party of adults and children (all aged under 6). It was perfect for us! Great location close to the beach and walking distance into Swanage. Bedrooms were spacious (all en-suite) and done to a high standard and the kitchen was stocked with more plates and cutlery than even we... More

As a group of 14 girlies we have used this fabulous house for the last 5 years for our annual house party. Can't wait to go back again in February 2012. The house is spotlessly clean, homely and decorated to a very high standard. Dierdre (the owner) keeps updating and upgrading the place so there is always something new to... More

I wanted to celebrate a milestone birthday with my family & friends and found the Bella Vista purely because I wanted a big house with plenty of bedrooms... What a find it turned out to be! The house was perfect for us. The location was ideal, overlooking the bay and a few minutes walk into the town. The bedrooms are... More

We have used this fantastic property twice in the last year. It is extremely clean and the bedding and showers are immaculate. The house is warm and inviting and we will be going back very soon. If I could give this property 6 stars I would!! More

Wow...what a place! After deciding to book a big house as a base to celebrate four 30th birthdays within our group of friends, the Bella Vista stood out in our search. It boasts an excellent location, just a couple of minutes walk from the beach and offers plenty of accommodation for large groups of friends. In our case we had... More

We were a group of 17 friends who stayed for a long weekend. Everything was great.especially the views and proximity to the sea. The rooms were all very well maintained and comfortable. We were walking distance from the town and a stone's throw from the beach.I would definitely recommend it! More

What a wonderful stay my family and friends had at the Bella Vista. It was wonderful. The house is beautiful and in a great location, the layout is perfect for both friends and family and the rooms are fantastic, tastfully decorated and very large. With two living rooms we all felt that we had enough space to both enjoy each... More

We are 12 girls in our 30s and 40s who went to the Bella Vista for the weekend to celebrate the impending marriage of one of our friends. Everyone was delighted with the house with each room having its own en suite making getting ready much more relaxing! The view is astounding and we were blessed with sunny weather all... More

Bella Vista provided our book club, combined with a 50th birthday celebration,with the most fantastic weekend. Eleven middled aged women pitched up in Swanage on Friday afternoon where we received our Waitrose shop, having pre-ordered some days previously. The first evening we remained in Bella Vista utilising the amazing dining room with its sea view and then progressed to one... More