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Dorset Holiday Cottages

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The Old Portland Courthouse is spacious, comfortable luxury holiday home. Sleeps 8 people. Wifi. Pub and shop 10 min. Beach 5 min. Weymouth 5 miles. (Ref. 994487)

  • Wi-fi
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine

7 nights from £1177

  • 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)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Swimming pool
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Games room

7 nights from £2171

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.7

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A seaside first-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. 1106590)

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  • Off-road parking
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  • Washing machine

7 nights from £820

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  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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A stunning three-bedroom lodge resting on the Burnbake Forest Lodges and Campsite near Corfe Castle, Dorset. Hot tub. Pet-free. Woodburning stove. Open-plan. Swanage 5.1 miles; Wareham 6.8 miles; Bournemouth 22.6 miles. (Ref. 1124140)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Baby-friendly
  • 15% off - Fri 7th Feb to 30th Apr 2025

7 nights from £845

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.0

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A second-floor apartment settled in Lyme Regis, Dorset. Family-friendly. Sea views. Walking distance to a beach. Charmouth 2.9 miles; Seaton 8 miles; Devon 30.1 miles. (Ref. 1105842)

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7 nights from £584

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.9

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Port House is a stunning, three-storey holiday property, enjoying an enviable seafront position in the picturesque coastal town of Lyme Regis, Dorset. Charmouth 3.5 miles; Axminster 5.7 miles; Bridport 10.2 miles; Sidmouth 15.9 miles. (Ref. 1158332)

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

7 nights from £1227

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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3 Compass Point is a stylish, ground-floor apartment resting in Weymouth, Dorset. Near beach and amenities. Contemporary. Open-plan. Private parking. Dorchester 6.7 miles; Bridport 20.5 miles. (Ref. 1129014)

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

7 nights from £646

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  • Sleeps7
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsNo

    4.3

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Enjoyable holiday home close to the Old Harbour in Weymouth for large groups. Beach 10 min. WiFi. Roadside parking. Shop and pub 5 min. Poole 32.5 miles. (Ref. 994432)

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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from £842

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes
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Charleston Cottage is a charming, pet-friendly cottage with parking, located in the coastal village of Charmouth, on the Jurassic Coast of Dorset. Lyme Regis 2.8 miles; Axminster 5.4 miles; Bridport 7.7 miles. (Ref. 1164311)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
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7 nights from £614

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsNo
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Sunningdale Rise is a striking, detached home on a gated development with off-road parking, close to a beach, in the village of Preston in Dorset. Weymouth 2.5 miles. (Ref. 1149947)

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7 nights from £1346

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  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms5
  • PetsNo

    4.3

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Beautiful, Georgian seafront house, nestled in the lively town of Weymouth. Sea views. En-suite bedrooms. WiFi. Beach less than 50 metres away. (Ref. 1006583)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from £1479

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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The Corner House is a delightful terrace home resting in the popular seaside town of Weymouth, Dorset. Close to amenities. Near beach. Enclosed courtyard. Dorchester 7.1 miles; Bridport 19.1 miles. (Ref. 1129331)

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7 nights from £566

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  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo
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Lodge 12 is a stylish three-bedroom holiday home perched near Corfe Castle, Dorset. Hot tub. Pet-free. Woodburning stove. Open-plan. Swanage 5.1 miles; Wareham 6.8 miles; Bournemouth 22.6 miles. (Ref. 1124143)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Baby-friendly
  • 15% off - Fri 7th Feb to 30th Apr 2025

7 nights from £944

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes
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Meadow’s End is a delightful, detached cottage, with a toasty woodburning stove, located in the pretty Dorset village of Owermoigne, welcoming pets. Dorchester 6.8 miles; Weymouth 8.6 miles; Swanage 20.3 miles; Bridport 21.7 miles. (Ref. 1162476)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • 10% off - Sat 1st Mar to 26th Apr 2025

7 nights from £782

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.6

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Located in the coastal village of West Lulworth is this stunning converted chapel. Stylish and contemporary interior. WiFi. Woodburning stove. Wareham 8.9 miles; Dorchester 12.7 miles; Weymouth 20.7 miles. (Ref. 1055781)

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

7 nights from £1142

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  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsNo

    4.2

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Electronically gated property. Gated parking for three cars. Sleeps 10. Two min walk to harbour and amenities. (Ref. 994443)

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

7 nights from £1327

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.9

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

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room

7 nights from £356

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    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

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.6

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This charming ground-floor apartment rests in the seaside town of Swanage, Dorset. En-suite. Open-plan living. Wareham 10.9 miles; Poole 19.7 miles. (Ref. 1019325)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • 20% off - Fri 28th Feb to 7th Mar 2025

7 nights from £372

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  • Sleeps14
  • Bedrooms7
  • PetsNo
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Beachaven is a charming holiday home, set over three floors, located in the popular resort of Weymouth in Dorset resting near the beach and amenities. Dorchester 7.6 miles; Bridport 19.2 miles. (Ref. 1151664)

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

7 nights from £1260

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!