A superb location only minutes from the centre of town with a wonderful selection of good restaurants. Street parking was never a problem. All bedrooms and bathrooms at Clare House are decorated and fitted to a very high standard with extras such as a fridge, good tea and coffee making facilities and nice china. The breakfast selection is wonderful and... more

Sadly we only had a one night stay but right from our greeting at the door to our fantastic breakfast the next morning it was 5 star service and accomodation (the world top hotels could take a lesson in hospitality from Dianne). A true find and would heartily reccomend and we are looking foward to our next stay more

Everything about Clare House is exceptional - the rooms, service, breakfast and location are all top class. The owners are very welcoming and friendly and nothing is too much trouble. Swanage is a delightful seaside town with plenty to do and see. If you are looking for somewhere to stay where you get 5 star treatment and surroundings then this... more

We stayed for 2 nights in early September taking 5 rooms with other family members as we were attending a family wedding on the Saturday. We received a warm and friendly welcome, nothing was too much trouble, we even re-arranged the whole house on arrival!! (Our choice, non arrival of one teenager freed up the twin room which gave more... more

We stayed here recently and really enjoyed our stay. The room we stayed in was at the front of the house and was comfortable and cosy (if a little small!). The owners have paid a lot of attention to detail with small things that really made a difference, for example - local chocolates in the room on arrival, china cups... more

Clare House is in an excellent position,near to many restaurants and main streets. The house is elegant and the rooms stylish.The breakfast cannot be faulted and the full English can last you all day! We would not hesitate to stay here again when we return to Swanage. more

If you want a great place to stay in Swanage, then we would definitely recommend Clare House for a warm welcome, beautifully decorated rooms and a comfortable bed, great breakfast too. Sue & Alan Tunnicliff more

Stayed at Clare House on the 6th & 7th of September 2009, after a last minute search on recommendations via Trip Advisor. I'm so glad I did! this is a lovely B&B in a great location a vey short walk into the town and the quayside, yet very peacefull. Had a lovely few days in Swanage and our stay was... more

This has been our 2nd visit to Clare House and would thoroughly recommend it. The owners are very friendly and helpful. The rooms are very clean and nicely decorated. Good choice of breakfast and large portions. If we return to Swanage in the near future, Clare House would be our first choice again. more