Holiday Cottages in Dorset

From the stunning Jurassic Coastline to the rolling hills of the countryside, Dorset offers a plethora of attractions for every traveller. Picture-perfect villages like Corfe Castle and Shaftesbury exude English charm, while coastal towns like Weymouth and Lyme Regis invite relaxation and seaside fun. Explore historic landmarks such as Durdle Door and Lulworth Cove, marveling at their natural beauty and geological wonders. Indulge in local cuisine, from fresh seafood to traditional cream teas, and immerse yourself in the vibrant culture and friendly hospitality. Whether you're seeking outdoor adventures, cultural experiences, or simply a peaceful retreat in nature, Dorset promises an unforgettable journey through England's southwest countryside. Check out our great selection of hand-picked holiday cottages in Dorset for a seaside holiday adventure.

Durdle door on the Jurassic coast

Popular Holiday Cottages in Dorset

Stylish open plan living space | Little Gem, Weymouth

Weymouth, Dorset

Little Gem

Coastal
Wifi
Pub within 1 mile
  • 2 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 0 Pets

4.9

out of 5

7 nights

From

£313
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Exterior | Hooke Court, Hooke, near Beaminster

Hooke, near Beaminster, Dorset

Hooke Court

Wifi
Car parking on site
Detached
  • 23 Guests
  • 11 Bedrooms
  • 9 Bathrooms
  • 0 Pets

5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£1,712
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Living area | Sea Whispers Cottage, Poole
Coastal
Luxury
Wifi
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 2 Pets

4.9

out of 5

7 nights

From

£555
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Delightful open plan living space | 5 Park Mews, Weymouth

Weymouth, Dorset

5 Park Mews

Coastal
Wifi
Pub within 1 mile
  • 4 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 0 Pets

4.8

out of 5

7 nights

From

£197
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Welcoming living room with wood burner | The Farmhouse - Round Chimneys Farm, Glanvilles Wootton, near Sherborne

Glanvilles Wootton, near Sherborne, Dorset

Round Chimneys Farm - The Farmhouse

Wifi
Car parking on site
Enclosed Garden / Patio
  • 12 Guests
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • 2 Pets

4.7

out of 5

7 nights

From

£1,055
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Exterior | Hazel Cottage, Briantspuddle, near Wareham

Briantspuddle, near Wareham, Dorset

Hazel Cottage

Luxury
Wifi
Car parking on site
  • 2 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 1 Pet

4.9

out of 5

7 nights

From

£447
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Surrounding area | Edgecoombe, Shaftesbury

Shaftesbury, Dorset

Edgecoombe

Wifi
Car parking on site
Pub within 1 mile
  • 5 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 2 Pets

4.6

out of 5

7 nights

From

£353
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Exterior | Stepping Stones, Verwood

Verwood, Dorset

Stepping Stones

Wifi
Car parking on site
Garden / Patio
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 1 Pet

4.5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£403
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Living room/dining room | Seabreeze, West Lulworth

West Lulworth, Dorset

Seabreeze

Coastal
Wifi
Enclosed Garden / Patio
  • 8 Guests
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • 2 Pets

4.6

out of 5

7 nights

From

£473
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Dog Friendly Cottages in Dorset

Exterior | Lower Keats Glamping, Tytherleigh, near Axminster

Tytherleigh, near Axminster, Devon

5 Lower Keats Glamping

Coastal
Hot Tub
Car parking on site
  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 2 Pets

7 nights

From

£1,494
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Living area | Sea Whispers Cottage, Poole
Coastal
Luxury
Wifi
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 2 Pets

4.9

out of 5

7 nights

From

£555
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Living area | Park Lake View, Poole

Poole, Dorset

Park Lake View

Coastal
Wifi
Car parking on site
  • 5 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 1 Pet

7 nights

From

£983
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Exterior | Lower Keats Glamping, Tytherleigh, near Axminster

Tytherleigh, near Axminster, Devon

2 Lower Keats Glamping

Coastal
Hot Tub
Car parking on site
  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 2 Pets

7 nights

From

£1,494
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Living room | West View, Sturminster Marshall, nr. Wimborne

Sturminster Marshall, near Wimborne, Dorset

West View

Wifi
Car parking on site
Enclosed Garden / Patio
  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 2 Pets

3.9

out of 5

7 nights

From

£417
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Welcoming living room with wood burner | The Farmhouse - Round Chimneys Farm, Glanvilles Wootton, near Sherborne

Glanvilles Wootton, near Sherborne, Dorset

Round Chimneys Farm - The Farmhouse

Wifi
Car parking on site
Enclosed Garden / Patio
  • 12 Guests
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • 2 Pets

4.7

out of 5

7 nights

From

£1,055
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Delightful main entrance to the holiday home | Little Glebe, Folke, near Sherbourne

Folke, near Sherbourne, Dorset

Little Glebe

Wifi
Car parking on site
Pub within 1 mile
  • 2 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 1 Pet

7 nights

From

£714
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Exterior | Hazel Cottage, Briantspuddle, near Wareham

Briantspuddle, near Wareham, Dorset

Hazel Cottage

Luxury
Wifi
Car parking on site
  • 2 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 1 Pet

4.9

out of 5

7 nights

From

£447
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Reserve today for only £25
Surrounding area | Edgecoombe, Shaftesbury

Shaftesbury, Dorset

Edgecoombe

Wifi
Car parking on site
Pub within 1 mile
  • 5 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 2 Pets

4.6

out of 5

7 nights

From

£353
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Coastal Holiday Cottages in Dorset

Stylish open plan living space | Little Gem, Weymouth

Weymouth, Dorset

Little Gem

Coastal
Wifi
Pub within 1 mile
  • 2 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 0 Pets

4.9

out of 5

7 nights

From

£313
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Reserve today for only £25
Terrace | Bay View 34, Weymouth

Weymouth, Dorset

Bay View 34

Coastal
Luxury
Swimming pool
  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 0 Pets

7 nights

From

£483
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Reserve today for only £25
Exterior | Lower Keats Glamping, Tytherleigh, near Axminster

Tytherleigh, near Axminster, Devon

5 Lower Keats Glamping

Coastal
Hot Tub
Car parking on site
  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 2 Pets

7 nights

From

£1,494
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Living area | Sea Whispers Cottage, Poole
Coastal
Luxury
Wifi
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 2 Pets

4.9

out of 5

7 nights

From

£555
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Reserve today for only £25
Living area | Park Lake View, Poole

Poole, Dorset

Park Lake View

Coastal
Wifi
Car parking on site
  • 5 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 1 Pet

7 nights

From

£983
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Living area | Sunnyside, Poole

Poole, Dorset

Sunnyside

Coastal
Wifi
Coast within 1 mile
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 0 Pets

7 nights

From

£806
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Balcony | Azure Views, Poole

Poole, Dorset

Azure Views

Coastal
Wifi
Coast within 1 mile
  • 2 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 0 Pets

7 nights

From

£792
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Delightful open plan living space | 5 Park Mews, Weymouth

Weymouth, Dorset

5 Park Mews

Coastal
Wifi
Pub within 1 mile
  • 4 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 0 Pets

4.8

out of 5

7 nights

From

£197
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Exterior | Lower Keats Glamping, Tytherleigh, near Axminster

Tytherleigh, near Axminster, Devon

2 Lower Keats Glamping

Coastal
Hot Tub
Car parking on site
  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 2 Pets

7 nights

From

£1,494
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Luxury Holiday Cottages in Dorset

Terrace | Bay View 34, Weymouth

Weymouth, Dorset

Bay View 34

Coastal
Luxury
Swimming pool
  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 0 Pets

7 nights

From

£483
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Reserve today for only £25
Living area | Sea Whispers Cottage, Poole
Coastal
Luxury
Wifi
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 2 Pets

4.9

out of 5

7 nights

From

£555
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Exterior | Hazel Cottage, Briantspuddle, near Wareham

Briantspuddle, near Wareham, Dorset

Hazel Cottage

Luxury
Wifi
Car parking on site
  • 2 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 1 Pet

4.9

out of 5

7 nights

From

£447
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Reserve today for only £25
Exterior | Melbury Lodge - Brewery Farm Lodges, Ansty, near Dorchester

Ansty, near Dorchester, Dorset

Melbury Lodge

Hot Tub
Luxury
Wifi
  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • 0 Pets

7 nights

From

£1,101
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Ideally situated detached holiday home with sea views | Greenbanks, Chesil Beach, near Abbotsbury

Chesil Beach, near Abbotsbury, Dorset

Greenbanks

Coastal
Luxury
Wifi
  • 9 Guests
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • 2 Pets

5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£2,517
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Exterior | Little Hewish Barn, Milton Abbas, near Blandford Forum

Milton Abbas, near Blandford Forum, Dorset

Little Hewish Barn

Hot Tub
Luxury
Wifi
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 0 Pets

4.6

out of 5

7 nights

From

£889
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Open plan living space | The Old Dairy, Wimborne

Wimborne, Dorset

The Old Dairy

Luxury
Wifi
Car parking on site
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 1 Pet

4.9

out of 5

7 nights

From

£590
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Exterior | Cliff House, Swanage

Swanage, Dorset

Cliff House

Coastal
Luxury
Wifi
  • 15 Guests
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
  • 0 Pets

5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£1,652
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Exterior | The Retreat, Ringwood, near Wimborne

Ringwood, near Wimborne, Dorset

The Retreat

Hot Tub
Luxury
Wifi
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 2 Pets

4.9

out of 5

7 nights

From

£826
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Reserve today for only £25

Inspiration of things to see and do in our cottages in Dorset

Dorset is a county renowned for its stunning coastline, charming villages, and natural landmarks. But there is another side to this tourist county, one that adds a touch of whimsy to your holiday experience. With a wide selection of hand-picked cottages in England we have the ideal holiday home for you.

Here are the top five things to see and do in our cottages in Dorset:

Cerne Abbas Giant

Marvel at the ancient Cerne Abbas Giant, an iconic hillside figure carved into the chalk downs. This enigmatic symbol is believed to be a fertility symbol and adds a touch of mystery to the Dorset countryside.

Tutankhamun Exhibition in Dorchester

Explore the Tutankhamun Exhibition in Dorchester, where you can step back in time and experience the wonders of ancient Egypt. This unexpected gem brings history to life in the heart of Dorset.

Tank Museum in Bovington

Visit the Tank Museum in Bovington, home to an extensive collection of tanks and armored vehicles. This unusual attraction offers a fascinating journey through military history, showcasing the evolution of armored warfare.

Dinosaur Museum in Dorchester

Embark on a prehistoric adventure at the Dinosaur Museum in Dorchester. Encounter life-sized dinosaur models, fossils, and interactive exhibits that make learning about the ancient past both educational and entertaining.

The Cobb in Lyme Regis

Take a stroll along The Cobb in Lyme Regis, a historic and iconic harbor wall featured in novels and films. This landmark offers stunning coastal views and a touch of literary and cinematic history in the heart of Dorset.

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