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An idyllic cottage nestled in Lyme Regis, Dorset. Woodburning stove. Private parking. Rear patio with furniture. Close to beach. Pet-friendly. Axminster 5.7 miles; Bridport 9.4 miles; Sidmouth 15.7 miles. (Ref. 1111112)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights £727

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.8

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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)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights £493

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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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)

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  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine


for 7 nights £429

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.9

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A boutique, two-bedroom property situated in Brewers Quay Harbour, Weymouth, Dorset. Quality finish. Sea and harbour views. Enclosed garden. Raised elevation. Dorchester 8.5 miles; West Lulworth 15.5 miles. (Ref. 1096352)

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  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights £904

  • Sleeps18
  • Bedrooms9
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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The Esplanade is a stunning, nine-bedroom holiday dwelling residing in Weymouth, Dorset. Sea views. En-suite bedrooms. Close to amenities and a beach. Parking. Dorchester 7.2 miles; Bridport 18.7 miles. (Ref. 1123341)

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  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights £2570

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    4.8

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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


for 7 nights £1186

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.8

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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)

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for 7 nights £608

  • Sleeps3
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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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


for 7 nights £629

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.8

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Charming, modern barn located in the Dorset village of Bere Regis. WiFi. Close to shop and pub. Off-road parking. Courtyard garden. Wareham 6 miles. (Ref. 1000906)

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for 7 nights £500

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.9

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Charming 19th century terraced cottage in handy village location. Open fire. Pretty enclosed garden. Good walking and cycling. In Charlton Marshall. (Ref. 976077)

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  • Baby-friendly
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for 7 nights £433

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.9

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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


for 7 nights £552

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  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    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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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights £506

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  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.9

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This fabulous duplex apartment is perched in Swanage, Dorset. Roof terrace. Close to amenities and a beach. In an AONB. Pretty views. Wareham 9.6 miles; Poole 19.5 miles. (Ref. 1125701)

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for 7 nights £784

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.7

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Lovely apartment nestled in the thriving Dorest town of Swanage. Open-plan. WiFi. Designated parking space. Shop and pub 2 mins walk. Jurassic Coast. (Ref. 979371)

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for 7 nights £378

  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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A beautifully-presented, single-storey abode residing in Lytchett Matravers, Dorset. Near an AONB. Off-road parking. Hot tub. En-suite bedrooms. Poole 5.9 miles; Bournemouth 11.4 miles; Dorchester 18.7 miles. (Ref. 1084629)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights £1606

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    4.8

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A traditional detached cottage nestled in tranquil farmland in the village of Hummer near Trent. Woodburning stove. Hot tub. Yeovil 4.1 miles; Shaftesbury 20.3 miles; West Bay 24.8 miles. (Ref. 1070465)

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  • Off-road parking
  • Hot Tub
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  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights £1087

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    5.0

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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)

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  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights £644

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  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    4.9

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Lyme Bay View is a delightful, detached property resting in the seaside town of Lyme Regis, Dorset. Sea views. Close to a beach. Pet-friendly. Close to shop. Charmouth 2.9 miles; Axminster 4.9 miles; Seaton 7.9 miles. (Ref. 1139390)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Sky TV


for 7 nights £953

  • Sleeps14
  • Bedrooms5
  • PetsYes

    4.9

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This superbly spacious dwelling rests on the outskirts of Bridport in Dorset. Ideal for large family gatherings. Pet-friendly. Hot tub. Quirky layout. WiFi. Bridport centre 0.8 miles; Weymouth 18.4 miles. (Ref. 1021105)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights £1590

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.9

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The Nightingale is a stylish, semi-detached holiday home resting in Weymouth, Dorset. Designated parking. Close to a beach and amenities. Enclosed garden. Dorchester 8.8 miles; Bridport 19.6 miles. (Ref. 1133998)

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  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine


for 7 nights £602

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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!