Check availability and book online Welcome to Rivendell Guest House in Swanage, Dorset, 4*, with nine bedrooms, all en suite, full English breakfast, guest lounge with open fire. Our relaxed and friendly guest house is perfectly situated on a level position only 5 minutes from the beach, shops and Swanage Steam Railway. We are also within easy reach of the outstanding isle of Purbeck and Dorset coast where you will find superb diving, walking, cycling, climbing and bird watching opportunities. Over looking the beautiful parish church of St Mary the Virgin. Your hosts Lyn and Kevin offer a friendly and relaxed stay at Rivendell and we are on hand to offer practical help and advice to ensure you enjoy your time in Swanage. Our In House Beauty Treatments are always a very special way to relax while staying with us here at Rivendell Only 40 minutes away by car or train are the historic towns of Wareham, Poole, Dorchester and Weymouth, who will be hosts to the 2012 Olympic Sailing events.  View our Access Statement and Terms and Conditions for a detailed description. *Just a clik away from all the latest Swanage news*