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Dorset Holiday Cottages

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A splendid, detached townhouse nestled between Bridport and West Bay in Dorset. Spacious. Dog-friendly. Family-friendly. Enclosed gardens. WiFi. Bridport 0.9 miles; West Bay 1 mile; Lyme Regis 10.3 miles; Axminster 12.8 miles. (Ref. 1106458)

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  • Off-road parking
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7 nights from £1268

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  • Bedrooms2
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    4.9

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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

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    4.8

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Trinity Lodge is a striking rural holiday home with great attention to detail, within the Dorset National Landscape, in Goodmanstone, near Cerne Abbas. Dorchester 5.3 miles; Weymouth 14 miles; Sherborne 14.3 miles; Yeovil 17.4 miles. (Ref. 1149594)

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7 nights from £392

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.6

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A charming, two-bedroom, thatched cottage resting in Burton Bradstock, Dorset. In AONB. Original features. Close to amenities and beach. Private garden. Bridport 3 miles; Dorchester 15.3 miles; Weymouth 16.2 miles; Yeovil 22.2 miles. (Ref. 1124979)

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7 nights from £590

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.8

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A well-furnished, upside-down cottage in Corfe Mullen, Dorset. Upside-down living. Balcony and decking upstairs. Heart of Corfe Mullen. Ref 962749. (Ref. 962749)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from £450

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  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.9

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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 £723

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.7

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A semi-detached dwelling situated within the quaint village of Tuckton, Bournemouth. Off-road parking. Seaside location. Christchurch 1 mile. Bournemouth 5 miles. (Ref. 997076)

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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from £569

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.8

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This attractive, detached holiday home with 2 ground floor bedrooms is situated in the town of Christchurch, Dorset. WiFi. Off-road parking. Enclosed garden. Bournemouth 6.9 miles. (Ref. 1012793)

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7 nights from £622

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  • 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 £669

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    5.0

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This fabulous Grade II listed cottage rests in the Dorset village of Marnhull. Early 19th century building. En-suite. Dog-friendly. Shaftesbury 5 miles. (Ref. 970616)

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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from £424

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.9

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Wheelchair friendly holiday cottage. Garden, parking, WiFi. Beaminster 5 miles. (Ref. 967289)

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  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room

7 nights from £356

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.8

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This beautiful three-bedroom property resides in West Lulworth, Dorset. Off-road parking. In an AONB. En-suite bedrooms. Close to amenities and a beach. Wareham 8.8 miles; Weymouth 15.3 miles. (Ref. 1126738)

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7 nights from £780

  • 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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7 nights from £517

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo
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One @ No36 is a delightful duplex apartment with the beach on your doorstep, with the convenience of off-road parking, in Weymouth, Dorset. Dorchester 7.8 miles; Bridport 19.1 miles. (Ref. 1162201)

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7 nights from £666

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.8

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A charming cottage resting down a private road in Chideock, Dorset. Open fire. Enclosed garden. Off-road parking. Bridport 2.8 miles; West Bay 4.4 miles; Lyme Regis 7 miles. (Ref. 1059068)

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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from £466

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.7

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Delightful and well-appointed modern cottage, quietly situated close to Christchurch town centre and quayside. En-suite facilities to both bedrooms. Allocated parking. Convenient touring base. Bournemouth 6 miles. (Ref. 934482)

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7 nights from £762

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

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A delightful, two-bedroom barn conversion resting in Notton, Dorset. Disabled-friendly. Dog-friendly. Eco-friendly. Enclosed garden. West Bay 15 miles; Weymouth 16.2 miles; Lyme Regis 24 miles. (Ref. 1096950)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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7 nights from £719

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.9

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A wonderful detached property resting on the outskirts of Sherborne. WiFi. Ground-floor bedroom. Parking. Yeovil 8 miles. (Ref. 1003242)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from £693

  • Sleeps3
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.8

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A seaside second-floor apartment resting in Lyme Regis, Dorset. Family-friendly. Off-road parking. Close to a beach. Charmouth 3 miles; Seaton 8 miles; Devon 38.2 miles. (Ref. 1106591)

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7 nights from £831

  • Sleeps14
  • Bedrooms7
  • PetsNo
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Royal Oak House is a striking detached house with a heated swimming pool, barbecue, and 2-acre garden, located in the village of Motcombe in Dorset. Shaftesbury 3.3 miles; Stonehenge 22.9 miles; Salisbury 23.5 miles. (Ref. 1060629)

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  • Games room

7 nights from £2094

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!