On extensive grounds in the center of Swanage, Purbeck House Hotel and Louisa Lodge is a 5-minute walk from the beach. Family-run for 16 years, has free parking, a bar and 2 restaurants. The bedrooms are divided between the main house, built in 1875, and the newly-built Louisa Lodge. All have a flat-screen HD TV, an iPod dock and a private bathroom whist some have views of the grounds or sea. Guests can eat at the Thomas Hardy, with its hand painted ceiling and marble fireplaces. Another option is the Garden Conservatory, which offers full English breakfasts, Dorset cream teas and homemade cake. The World Heritage Jurassic Coast is just 1000 ft from the Purbeck, with the famous Monkey World Zoo a 20-minute drive away. Swanage Train Station is a 5-minute walk away.