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Dorset Holiday Cottages

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Super first floor apartment. Peaceful, rural North Dorset village location. Comfortably furnished and well-equipped. Sherborne 3 miles. (Ref. 19980)

  • Wi-fi
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  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from £306

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  • Sleeps3
  • Bedrooms2
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    3.8

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A lovely, single-storey lodge overlooking the Jurassic coastline in Charmouth, Dorset. Sea views. Open-plan living. Romantic. Close to amenities and the beach. Lyme Regis 3.1 miles; Axminster 5.6 miles; Bridport 7.2 miles. (Ref. 1131823)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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7 nights from £596

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    4.7

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Bayview Villa is a four-storey townhouse situated in the village of Fortuneswell, Portland. Woodburning stove. Beach views. Courtyard garden. Pet friendly. Near amenities. Weymouth 7.2 miles. (Ref. 1135439)

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7 nights from £749

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.8

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A contemporary property situated in the seaside town of Lyme Regis, West Dorset. Open-plan living space. Smart TV. WiFi. Off-road parking. Seaton 7 miles; Bridport 10.7 miles. (Ref. 1112737)

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7 nights from £616

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.4

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A seaside Chalet resting in Lyme Regis, Dorset. Couple’s getaway. Sea views. Welcome hamper. Charmouth 3.8 miles; Seaton 8.3 miles; Beer 10.3 miles. (Ref. 1105932)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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7 nights from £863

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.7

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A fantastic, three-bedroom cottage situated in Upton near Preston, Dorset. Pet-friendly. Close to amenities and a beach. Woodburning stove. Original features. Weymouth 7 miles. (Ref. 1125289)

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7 nights from £1383

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    4.9

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A well-positioned, ground-floor apartment resting in Swanage, Dorset. Pet-friendly. Sea views. Close to amenities and the beach. Stylish. Romantic. Wareham 10.3 miles; Poole 20.3 miles. (Ref. 1120129)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from £723

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.7

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A contemporary, ground-floor apartment situated in the heart of Bournemouth, Dorset. Open-plan living. WiFi. Allocated parking. Westbourne 1.9 miles. Poole 5.8 miles; Christchurch 5.7 miles. (Ref. 1109381)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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7 nights from £448

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
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    4.1

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Charming Sherborne cottage, in village of Thornford. Woodburner, roll-top bath, ideal romantic retreat. Great touring base. Sherborne 3 miles. (Ref. 5331)

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7 nights from £334

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
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    4.8

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Charming, detached single storey barn conversion. Lovely Dorset cottage in rural location. Open plan accommodation. Use of swimming pond. Sturminster Newton 4 miles. (Ref. 20119)

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  • Ground floor bedroom

7 nights from £324

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    3.6

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2 Heath Cottages is a charming, four-bedroom cottage resting in Sanford, Dorset. Woodburning stove. Pet-friendly. Bedrooms with en-suites. Wareham 2.1 miles; Poole 7.2 miles; Dorset 14.2 miles. (Ref. 1143844)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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7 nights from £916

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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A lovely four-bedroom cottage resting in Corfe, Dorset. Woodburning stove. Off-road parking. Enclosed garden. Corfe Castle views. Wareham 5 miles; Swanage 5.7 miles; Bournemouth 21.2 miles. (Ref. 1099315)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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7 nights from £1697

  • Sleeps24
  • Bedrooms12
  • PetsNo
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Tudor Grange is a grand, twelve-bed abode nestled in the heart of Bournemouth, along the coast in Dorset. Hot tub. Ground-floor living. Off-road parking. Poole 6.8 miles; Christchurch 5.6 miles; Milford on Sea 15.3 miles. (Ref. 1152410)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from £7051

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    4.6

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A pretty, one-bedroom cottage resting in Christchurch, Dorset. Woodburning stove. Pet-friendly. Near beach. Bournemouth 5.8 miles. (Ref. 1098695)

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7 nights from £479

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.9

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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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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from £493

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  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.8

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A detached seaside cottage resting in Lyme Regis, Dorset. Sea view. Close to a beach. Close to the town centre. Charmouth 3.2 miles; Seaton 7.7 miles; Beer 9.5 miles. (Ref. 1106625)

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7 nights from £893

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.9

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A historic second-floor apartment situated in Lyme Regis, Dorset. Couples’ getaway. Sea views. Off-road parking. Charmouth 3.2 miles; Seaton 7.7 miles; Devon 38 miles. (Ref. 1105928)

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7 nights from £568

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsNo

    4.7

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A detached seaside house resting in Lyme Regis, Dorset. Sea view. Close to a beach. Close to the town centre. Charmouth 3.4 miles; Seaton 8 miles; Beer 9.7 miles. (Ref. 1106173)

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7 nights from £1179

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  • Sleeps3
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.8

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7 nights from £479

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.5

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A charming and very characterful 1930s-style house located in the seaside town of Lyme Regis on the Jurassic Coast. In an AONB. Sea views. Smart TV. Off-road parking. Charmouth 3.3 miles; Bridport 10 miles. Sidmouth 15.2 miles. Axminster 5.4 miles. (Ref. 1113647)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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7 nights from £1749

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!