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Welcome to the rural county of Dorset and our charming Dorset cottages, offering a wonderful blend of coast and countryside, plus lots to see and do. Below is a selection of our holiday cottages in Dorset. Here you will find cottages along the coast and throughout the county of Dorset, including in Christchurch, Dorchester, Lulworth Cove, Shaftesbury, Sherborne and many other towns and villages. For more information on what to see and do during your Dorset cottage holiday, please click here.
Gaze in awe at giant Cerne Abbas, an extraordinary fertility symbol carved in chalk high on a hillside. Enjoy a daytrip to the seaside town of Weymouth. Explore Corfe Castle, an imposing medieval monument with neighbouring historic village. Walk with dinosaurs along the Jurassic Coast, a World Heritage Site of exceptional natural beauty. Experience close encounters with apes at Monkey World. Listen to the bells of Sherborne Abbey. Discover Christchurch's Priory Church and Highcliffe Castle. Made iconic in 1973 by Hovis bread's award-winning TV advert, climb the steep, cobbled street of Shaftesbury's Gold Hill. Also, browse the backwaters of Wimborne and Lyme Regis, a delightful harbour-front town with famous Cobb. And for literary fans, trace the steps of Blyton, Austen and Hardy.
A large part of your Dorset cottage holiday may well be spent relaxing on the coast. Find yourself a sunny spot on a Blue Flag beach or go beachcombing for fossils. For invigorating exercise with breathtaking views, walk the South West Coastal Path.
Head inland to glorious countryside dotted with thatched villages, market towns and ancient sites galore. Much of the region is protected and home to all kinds of wildlife, including otters, kingfishers and lizards. Cycle way-marked trails, tour leisurely by car or hop aboard a vintage train.
And although we can't make promises, it's worth a mention that the sun shines here on a regular basis - even more reason to browse our Dorset cottages!
If you already know where in Dorset you would like to stay, please click on the appropriate area of the map to find holiday cottages in that location.
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Old Higher Lighthouse Branscombe Lodge | Portland Bill | Dorset
Charming detached Grade ll listed Lighthouse cottage at Portland Bill on Dorset’s Jurassic Coast. Upside down accommodation with sensational sea views. Shared access to Lighthouse observatory.Shared use of heated pool and Jacuzzi.
Ryecross Farm Cottage | Shaftesbury | Dorset
Cosy ground floor cottage, half a mile from Shaftesbury. Close to rolling hills, lush green meadows and ancient woodland. Fantastic views. Relaxing base. Poole 27 miles.
Belview Cottage | Fifehead Neville near Sturminster Newton | Dorset
Detached modern cottage in quiet hamlet of Fifehead Neville. Tranquil location. Country walks. Stunning views. Easy reach Heritage Coast. Sturminster Newton 3 miles.
Magnolia Cottage | Sturminster Newton near Blandford Forum | Dorset
Detached 19th century barn conversion in rural hamlet of Fifehead St Quintin. Exposed beams.Well equipped, comfortable accommodation. Excellent walking. Sturminster Newton 3 miles.
The Coach House | Charminster near Dorchester | Dorset
Luxury barn conversion in Charminster. Quality accommodation with beams and en-suites. Adjacent golf course. Excellent walking in heart of Hardy's Wessex. Dorchester 1.5 miles.
2 Cowdea Farm | Bettiscombe near Lyme Regis | Dorset
A single storey, semi detached stone barn conversion. Cosy, comfortable accommodation. Peaceful location with outstanding views. Excellent walking. Bridport 7 miles.
1 Cowdea Farm | Bettiscombe near Lyme Regis | Dorset
A single storey, semi detached stone barn conversion on edge of Bettiscombe. Cosy and comfortable in peaceful location. Outstanding views, excellent walks. Bridport 7 miles.
Brook Cottage | Milton on Stour near Gillingham | Dorset
Charming single storey barn conversion constructed over small stream in Milton on Stour. Open plan living, exposed beams. Area attractions within easy reach. Shaftesbury 7 miles.
Grist Mill Cottage | Fontmell Magna near Shaftesbury | Dorset
Delightful single storey Shaftesbury cottage, in 10 acres of lovely grounds in Fontmell Magna village. Woodburner and en-suite make this a great family or romantic retreat. Shaftesbury 4 miles.
Pleasant Cottage | Corscombe | Dorset
Well presented, end terraced, Hamstone cottage set in the West Dorset village of Corscombe. Open fire, country views, Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Lovely walks and pub close by. Beaminster 4 miles.