Dorset Holiday Cottages
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Your Dorset search returned 1,033 cottages
- Sleeps6
- Bedrooms3
- PetsYes
Standby Generator Bunker, an impressive abode, rests in rural Ringstead in Dorset, enjoying sea views, a pet-friendly policy, and a woodburning stove. Dorchester 8.3 miles; Bridport 23.1 miles. (Ref. 1137374)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Ground floor bedroom
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
7 nights from £1076
- Sleeps14
- Bedrooms7
- PetsYes
This large detached Edwardian House. Seven bedrooms. Perfect for families and large groups. Woodburners. Three floors. Wareham 9.7 miles; Poole 20 miles. (Ref. 980319)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Baby-friendly
7 nights from £1559
Travel plans can change
Choose our 'Flexible' booking option and cancel by 12 noon on your check-in day to get a refund (exclusions apply).
- Sleeps5
- Bedrooms2
- PetsYes
Daisy Cottage is a traditional barn conversion located near the village of Charmouth, Dorset, boasting countryside views and ground-floor living. Lyme Regis 7.1 miles; Axminster 8.8 miles; Bridport 6.8 miles. (Ref. 1170835)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Ground floor bedroom
- Hot Tub
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
7 nights from £737
- Sleeps8
- Bedrooms4
- PetsYes
Old Post Office is a contemporary, four-bedroom home resting rurally in Glanvilles Wootton near Sherborne, Dorset. Pet-friendly. Hot tub. Rural views. Buckland Newton 2.8 miles; Cerne Abbas 5.7 miles; Sherborne 7.1 miles; Dorcesher 12.2 miles. (Ref. 1129395)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Hot Tub
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
7 nights from £1466
- Sleeps3
- Bedrooms2
- PetsNo
Gold Gems Award Winner for Best on the South Coast 2023. A picturesque, reverse level Coach House settled in White Lackington near Piddletrenthide, Dorset. Private parking. Enclosed garden. Woodburning stove. Pet-free. Dorchester 6.7 miles. (Ref. 1087048)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Ground floor bedroom
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
7 nights from £683
- Sleeps8
- Bedrooms4
- PetsNo
Beautiful holiday cottage over three floors beside Old Harbour in Weymouth. Harbour views. Patio with furniture. Pubs and shop 5 mins. Beach 10 mins. Bridport 22 miles. (Ref. 994256)
- Wi-fi
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
- Games room
7 nights from £1234
- Sleeps2
- Bedrooms1
- PetsYes
A brightly decorated property resting within the village of Burton Bradstock, Dorset. Couples retreat. Pet-friendly. Close to amenities and beach. Bridport 3.1 miles; Weymouth 15.7 miles; Dorchester 15.5 miles; Yeovil 22.4 miles. (Ref. 1118787)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Ground floor bedroom
- Dishwasher
7 nights from £466
Travel plans can change
Choose our 'Flexible' booking option and cancel by 12 noon on your check-in day to get a refund (exclusions apply).
- Sleeps4
- Bedrooms2
- PetsNo
A detached barn conversion set within the village of Long Bredy. Woodburning fire. WiFi. Weymouth 12 miles; Yeovil 20 miles. (Ref. 998739)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Ground floor bedroom
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
7 nights from £584
- Sleeps4
- Bedrooms2
- PetsNo
A beautifully furnished annexe cottage on the edge of the little hamlet of Hazelbury Bryan in Dorset. Stunning spiral staircase. Open plan. Conservatory. Sherborne 10 miles (Ref. 969185)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Ground floor bedroom
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
7 nights from £433
- Sleeps4
- Bedrooms3
- PetsNo
Backlands Farmhouse is a charming holiday cottage nestled in the seaside village of Charmouth, along the Jurassic Coast. Close to beach and amenities. Lyme Regis 3 miles; Axminster 5.6 miles; Bridport 6.8 miles. (Ref. 1149648)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
7 nights from £646
- Sleeps4
- Bedrooms2
- PetsYes
This beautifully-presented cottage rests in the village of Litton Cheney in Dorset. Near to village pub. Countryside views. Off-road parking. Dorchester 10.2 miles; Yeovil 21.1 miles. (Ref. 1021813)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
7 nights from £685
- Sleeps5
- Bedrooms3
- PetsYes
Freshly decorated bungalow in the Dorset town of Highcliffe. En-suite. Dog-friendly. Beach 3 minute walk. (Ref. 973182)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Ground floor bedroom
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
7 nights from £572
- Sleeps8
- Bedrooms4
- PetsYes
Detached chalet bungalow in West Bexington, Dorset. Large garden with sea views. Close to beach. WiFi. Abbotsbury 4.8 miles; Bridport 6.8 miles. (Ref. 1017936)
- Wi-fi
- Ground floor bedroom
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
7 nights from £1275
- Sleeps6
- Bedrooms3
- PetsNo
This wonderful renovated cottage is situated in the village of Abbotsbury, near the coastal town of Weymouth, Dorset. Rustic, cosy interior. stove, Weymouth 8.8 miles. (Ref. 992021)
- Wi-fi
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
7 nights from £593
Travel plans can change
Choose our 'Flexible' booking option and cancel by 12 noon on your check-in day to get a refund (exclusions apply).
- Sleeps4
- Bedrooms2
- PetsYes
Seaward is a bright and spacious ground-floor apartment resting in Lyme Regis, Dorset. Near beach and amenities. In AONB. Pet-friendly. Enclosed courtyard. Charmouth 3.3 miles; Axminster 5 miles; Bridport 10 miles; Sidmouth 15.5 miles. (Ref. 1143853)
- Wi-fi
- Ground floor bedroom
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
7 nights from £595
- Sleeps6
- Bedrooms3
- PetsYes
Manor Farm House is a charming Georgian abode with two woodburning stoves and accepting pets, located in the picturesque village of Bere Regis, Dorset. Wareham 7 miles; Dorchester 11.2 miles; Poole 12.4 miles. (Ref. 1158581)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Dishwasher
7 nights from £702
- Sleeps2
- Bedrooms1
- PetsYes
A brightly decorated property resting within the village of Burton Bradstock. Pet-friendly. WiFi. Pub and shop within 0.2 miles. Weymouth 15.7 miles. (Ref. 1008498)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Ground floor bedroom
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
7 nights from £520
- Sleeps14
- Bedrooms7
- PetsNo
Royal Oak House is a striking detached house with a heated swimming pool, barbecue, and 2-acre garden, located in the village of Motcombe in Dorset. Shaftesbury 3.3 miles; Stonehenge 22.9 miles; Salisbury 23.5 miles. (Ref. 1060629)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Swimming pool
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Games room
7 nights from £2399
- Sleeps4
- Bedrooms2
- PetsYes
A lodge sleeping four people, Bowleaze area of Weymouth. Dog friendly. Large garden. Parking for two cars. (Ref. 994500)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Ground floor bedroom
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
7 nights from £783
- Sleeps4
- Bedrooms2
- PetsYes
A contemporary first-floor barn conversion resting in Sturminster Newton, Dorset. Open-plan. Balcony. Views. Blandford Forum 9.6 miles. (Ref. 923041)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
7 nights from £472
Found on England’s stunning South Coast, these holiday cottages in Dorset make for wonderful places to consider spending your next staycation. Offering visitors the very best of the coast and countryside and boasting tonnes of awesome landmarks and attractions, you’re bound to have a fantastic break staying at one of these Dorset cottages!
Why Dorset Holiday Cottages?
Without a doubt, choosing to stay in one of these Dorset holiday cottages is a fantastic idea to consider for your next break, regardless of what you’re hoping to get up to!
Home to the famous Jurassic Coast, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, as well as miles of beautiful countryside and rolling hills, it should come as no surprise to hear that this county is a magnet for tourists and holidaymakers!
So, whether you’re planning on exploring the dramatic coastal cliffs, wandering across the vast countryside or exploring its historic towns, you and your guests are bound to have a wonderful staycation at one of these Dorset cottages!
For more ideas on what to get up to here, check out our fantastic Dorset Travel Guide.
Places to visit from Cottages in Dorset
Being home to a world-renowned coastline and miles of beautiful countryside all waiting for you to explore and enjoy, there’s no limit when it comes to places to visit from your Dorset self-catering cottage.
For example, if spending time at the beach is a must-do, then venture out from your Dorset cottage to the lovely resort town of Bournemouth! Home to a bustling town centre with streets nestled between beautiful parks and gardens, you can quite easily spend a full day here exploring its many fantastic places to eat, drink and shop! Not only that, but it’s also home to some of the best beaches in the country and is situated just a short drive away from the famous Sandbanks Beach too.
Other popular coastal towns near these cottages in Dorset include Lyme Regis where you can step back in time by hunting for fossils on Lyme Regis Fossil Beach, marvel at marine life at Lyme Regis Aquarium or see Dorset’s coast from the sea with a Jurassic boat trip. Or Weymouth where you can bask on the golden shores of Weymouth Beach or enjoy walks along the iconic Chesil Beach.
On the other hand, further inland you’ll find the county town of Dorchester, nestled right in the heart of the county’s vast countryside. It is best known for its rich history and association with the Puritans that left for the New World in the 17th century. With a bustling city centre to explore that’s packed full of great restaurants, shops, pubs and bars, it’s also where you’ll find Poundbury, arguably one of the most unique towns in the country and well worth exploring if you have the time!
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Types of Dorset Holidays
Don’t wait, book your next getaway to one of these Dorset holiday cottages today!
If you’re planning a Dorset holiday with your pooch, then be sure to check out these dog-friendly cottages in Dorset or guarantee your position by the sea with the help of these coastal cottages in Dorset. If you’d prefer to stay in then the these country cottages in Dorset have you covered!
You can also bring the whole family along on your next Dorset holiday by booking one of these Dorset cottages for families or these large Dorset cottages and if you appreciate the finer things in life, these luxury Dorset cottages are sure to impress!
Why not book something different like Dorset lodges and log cabins, Dorset cottages with hot tubs, Dorset cottages with swimming pools, glamping pods in Dorset or accommodation on holiday parks in Dorset.
If you’re planning a spontaneous getaway then be sure to check out these cottages for short breaks in Dorset and cottages for last-minute Dorset holidays too! Don’t worry if you still haven’t found what you’re looking for as there are plenty of other cottages in the South West of England to choose from!