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Dorset Holiday Cottages

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Malabar House is a double-fronted, Grade II listed townhouse situated in Lyme Regis, Dorset. Historic building with period features and fireplaces. Close to amenities and 75 metres from sea front. Enclosed garden. Charmouth 3.4 miles; Bridport 10.2 miles. (Ref. 1142151)

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7 nights from £1681

  • Sleeps12
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    4.9

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Beautiful converted farmhouse. Pet friendly. Games room. Parking, WiFi. Bridport 3 miles. (Ref. 976544)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room

7 nights from £1493

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This charming, one-bedroom holiday home rests in Winterborne Stickland near Blandford Forum, Dorset. Smart TV. Off-road parking. Romantic. Pet-friendly. Thornicombe 5.8 miles; Child Okeford 7.3 miles; Moors Valley Country Park & Forest 21.7 miles. (Ref. 1068261)

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7 nights from £558

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  • Sleeps4
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A stone-built barn conversion resting in the quiet hamlet of Puxey, Dorset. Open-plan. Hot tub. Views. Sturminster Newton 1.7 miles; Blandford Forum 10.3 miles. (Ref. 1066082)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
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7 nights from £941

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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A detached barn conversion set within the village of Long Bredy. Woodburning fire. WiFi. Weymouth 12 miles; Yeovil 20 miles. (Ref. 998739)

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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from £493

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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)

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7 nights from £1425

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    4.9

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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)

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7 nights from £489

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This stylish ground-floor apartment rests on the outskirts of Weymouth, Dorset. Pet-friendly. Romantic. WiFi. Off-road parking. Dorchester 4.5 miles; Bridport 18.2 miles. (Ref. 1075372)

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7 nights from £511

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A beautiful quirky cottage in Beaminster in Dorset. Romantic. Woodburning stove. Open-plan. Beaminster 0.5 miles; Charmouth 13.7 miles; Lyme Regis 15.6 miles; Seaton 20.5 miles. (Ref. 1106445)

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7 nights from £602

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    4.9

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This stylish first-floor apartment rests on the outskirts of Weymouth, Dorset. Pet-friendly. Romantic. WiFi. Off-road parking. Dorchester 4.5 miles; Bridport 18.2 miles. (Ref. 1072388)

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7 nights from £480

  • Sleeps7
  • Bedrooms4
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    4.8

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This pretty, detached cottage lies in Preston, Dorset. Smart TV. En-suite master bedroom. Close to amenities. Woodburning stove. Weymouth 3.6 mile. (Ref. 1119018)

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7 nights from £633

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A lovely, detached holiday home based on the outskirts of Wimborne Minster, East Dorset. Hot tub. Open-plan living. Fire pit. Wimborne Minster 1.1 miles; Sandbanks 7.4 miles. (Ref. 974603)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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7 nights from £743

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  • Bedrooms14
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    4.6

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This stunning historic manor nestles in the heart of Milton on Stour, Dorset. Woodburner. Enclosed garden. Hot tub. Pet-friendly. Shaftesbury 7.5 miles. (Ref. 1026929)

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7 nights from £4743

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A stylish and contemporary apartment set in the town of Weymouth, Dorset. Seaside setting. Fantastic views. Off-road parking. Fortuneswell 5.8 miles; Dorchester 7.2 miles; Bridport 20.9 miles. (Ref. 1072234)

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7 nights from £695

  • Sleeps2
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Little Haven, a wonderful detached holiday home resting just outside Blandford Forum, Dorset. Smart TV. Single-storey. Family-friendly. Pet friendly. Thornicombe 5.7 miles; Child Okeford 7.6 miles; Moors Valley Country Park & Forest 22.3 miles. (Ref. 1151960)

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7 nights from £476

  • Sleeps9
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    4.7

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A stunning, detached home resting in Weymouth, Dorset. Enclosed garden. Near beach. Pet-friendly. Dorchester 7 miles; Bridport 19.7 miles; Poole 30.9 miles. (Ref. 1022573)

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7 nights from £1016

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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An attractive barn conversion sitting in Thornicombe near Blandford Saint Mary, Dorset. Enclosed garden with hot tub. Balcony. Beautiful views. Blandford Forum 3.1 miles; Poole 13.6 miles; Bournemouth 19.3 miles. (Ref. 1062033)

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7 nights from £882

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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An enticing, semi-detached house sitting in Wyke Regis, Dorset. Sea views. Near the beach and coast. Balcony. Weymouth 3.3 miles; Isle of Portland 3.8 miles; Dorchester 10.3 miles. (Ref. 1097679)

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7 nights from £780

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A luxury three-bedroom lodge resting near Corfe Castle, Dorset. Hot tub. Pet-free. Woodburning stove. Open-plan. Swanage 5.1 miles; Wareham 6.8 miles; Bournemouth 22.6 miles. (Ref. 1124136)

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7 nights from £1100

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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A white painted wooden lodge situated in Morcombelake, Dorset. Pet-friendly. Large garden. Charmouth 3 miles; Lyme Regis 5.8 miles; Beer 16.2 miles. (Ref. 1106153)

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7 nights from £611

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! 

Other Popular Destinations to visit from Dorset Cottages: 

Blandford Forum 

Bridport 

Lulworth Cove 

Poole 

Purbeck 

Sherborne 

Swanage 

Wareham 

West Bay 

You can also check out more Dorset Destinations here. 

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!