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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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The Anchorage | Poole | Dorset
A superb detached cottage, close to Poole Quay and beach. Well equipped, quality family accommodation. Three bedrooms, one with en-suite. Bournemouth 5.3 miles.
The Stables | Fifehead Neville near Sturminster Newton | Dorset
Delightful barn conversion in 130 acres of wooded farmland boasting exposed beams and wonderful views across Blackmore Vale. Sturminster Newton 3 miles.
Sea Shanty | Chiswell on Portland by Chesil Beach | Dorset
Modern first-floor apartment in Chiswell on ‘Isle of Portland’ peninsula. Spacious, with south-facing conservatory. Chesil Beach backdrop. Weymouth 4 miles.
1 Carpenters Cottages | Leigh | Dorset
A charming, semi-detached cottage, converted from part of a former pub in the North Dorset village of Leigh. Comfortably furnished accommodation, good walks close by. Sherborne 5 miles.
Bridge Farmhouse | Verwood near Ringwood | Dorset
Attractive Dorset holiday cottage in rural location one mile from Verwood. River Crane runs past garden, ideal for relaxing. Ringwood 5 miles.
Damson Cottage | Winterborne Whitechurch near Blandford Forum | Dorset
A quality Winterborne Whitechurch cottage with three bedrooms, well-equipped and tastefully decorated. Blandford Forum 5 miles.
Mallams | Fortuneswell on Portland by Chesil Beach | Dorset
Wonderful Victorian Chesil Beach cottage in Fortuneswell, with flexible, comfortable accommodation just minutes from the beach. Weymouth 4 miles.
Woodland Cottage | Walkford near Highcliffe on Sea and New Forest | Dorset
Superb semi-detached New Forest cottage in Walkford. High quality accommodation, ideal for families or couples, close to New Forest, beaches and attractions. Christchurch 5 miles.
Shepherd’s Hut | Winterborne Whitechurch near Blandford Forum | Dorset
Superb, detached, barn conversion Winterborne Whitechurch holiday cottage. Excellent walking nearby. Great touring base. Dorset coast easily accessible. Blandford Forum 6 miles.
Peacemere | Gillingham | Dorset
Superb detached Gillingham cottage. Rural north Dorset, outstanding views, large attractive gardens. High standard of furnishings and facilities. Lovely walks close by. Short drive to Stourhead. Gillingham 0.8 miles.