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

Exterior | Lower Barrowfield Farm, Beaminster

Beaminster, Dorset

Lower Barrowfield Farm

Coastal
Hot Tub
Luxury
  • Sleeps up to 10
  • 5 bedrooms
  • 4 bathrooms
  • Up to 0 pets allowed

5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£1,594
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Garden | Sweet Briar - Briarwood, Bothenhampton, near Bridport

Bothenhampton, near Bridport, Dorset

Sweet Briar

Coastal
Wifi
Car parking on site
  • Sleeps up to 3
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Up to 3 pets allowed

4.8

out of 5

7 nights

From

£363
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Exterior | Heath Reach, Poole

Poole, Dorset

Heath Reach

Coastal
Wifi
Car parking on site
  • Sleeps up to 6
  • 4 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Up to 1 pet allowed

5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£1,098
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Reserve today for only £25
Comfortable living area | Elizabethan House, Portland

Portland, Dorset

Elizabethan House

Coastal
Wifi
Enclosed Garden / Patio
  • Sleeps up to 7
  • 4 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Up to 2 pets allowed

4

out of 5

7 nights

From

£705
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Exterior | White Horse Farm - Otter’s Holt, Middlemarsh, nr. Sherborne

Middlemarsh, near Sherborne, Dorset

White Horse Farm - Otter's Holt

Wifi
Car parking on site
Enclosed Garden / Patio
  • Sleeps up to 6
  • 3 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Up to 2 pets allowed

4.6

out of 5

7 nights

From

£595
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Reserve today for only £25
Living room | Beach Town, Bournemouth

Bournemouth, Dorset

Beach Town

Coastal
Luxury
Wifi
  • Sleeps up to 4
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Up to 1 pet allowed

4.5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£487
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Reserve today for only £25
Exterior | Stour Cross Farm- Hardy Chalet - Stour Cross Farm, West Stour, near Gillingham

West Stour, near Gillingham, Dorset

Stour Cross Farm- Hardy Chalet

Wifi
Car parking on site
Detached
  • Sleeps up to 6
  • 3 bedrooms
  • 3 bathrooms
  • Up to 0 pets allowed

5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£745
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Light and airy l<strong>iving/dining room/orangery</strong> | Albert Apartment, Poole

Poole, Dorset

Albert Apartment

Coastal
Wifi
Car parking on site
  • Sleeps up to 4
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Up to 2 pets allowed

4.6

out of 5

7 nights

From

£403
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Light and airy living area with double doors to balcony | The Forge, Thorncombe, near Broadwindsor

Thorncombe, near Broadwindsor, Dorset

The Forge

Wifi
Car parking on site
Enclosed Garden / Patio
  • Sleeps up to 2
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Up to 2 pets allowed

4.5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£313
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Reserve today for only £25
Garden | The Retreat - Bradstock Cottages, Burton Bradstock, near Bridport

Burton Bradstock, near Bridport, Dorset

Bradstock Cottages - The Retreat

Coastal
Luxury
Wifi
  • Sleeps up to 11
  • 5 bedrooms
  • 4 bathrooms
  • Up to 2 pets allowed

4.7

out of 5

7 nights

From

£1,480
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Exterior | Rose Cottage, Primrose Cottage - Westfield Farm Cottages, Winterbourne, Steepleton

Winterbourne, Steepleton, Dorset

Rose Cottage

Wifi
Car parking on site
Pub within 1 mile
  • Sleeps up to 3
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Up to 2 pets allowed

5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£293
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Reserve today for only £25
Exterior | 5 Pine Rise, Poole

Poole, Dorset

5 Pine Rise

Coastal
Wifi
Swimming pool
  • Sleeps up to 6
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Up to 2 pets allowed

5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£363
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Dog Friendly Cottages in Dorset

Garden | Sweet Briar - Briarwood, Bothenhampton, near Bridport

Bothenhampton, near Bridport, Dorset

Sweet Briar

Coastal
Wifi
Car parking on site
  • Sleeps up to 3
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Up to 3 pets allowed

4.8

out of 5

7 nights

From

£363
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Exterior | Heath Reach, Poole

Poole, Dorset

Heath Reach

Coastal
Wifi
Car parking on site
  • Sleeps up to 6
  • 4 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Up to 1 pet allowed

5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£1,098
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Reserve today for only £25
Comfortable living area | Elizabethan House, Portland

Portland, Dorset

Elizabethan House

Coastal
Wifi
Enclosed Garden / Patio
  • Sleeps up to 7
  • 4 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Up to 2 pets allowed

4

out of 5

7 nights

From

£705
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Exterior | White Horse Farm - Otter&rsquo;s Holt, Middlemarsh, nr. Sherborne

Middlemarsh, near Sherborne, Dorset

White Horse Farm - Otter's Holt

Wifi
Car parking on site
Enclosed Garden / Patio
  • Sleeps up to 6
  • 3 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Up to 2 pets allowed

4.6

out of 5

7 nights

From

£595
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Reserve today for only £25
Living room | Beach Town, Bournemouth

Bournemouth, Dorset

Beach Town

Coastal
Luxury
Wifi
  • Sleeps up to 4
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Up to 1 pet allowed

4.5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£487
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Reserve today for only £25
Light and airy l<strong>iving/dining room/orangery</strong> | Albert Apartment, Poole

Poole, Dorset

Albert Apartment

Coastal
Wifi
Car parking on site
  • Sleeps up to 4
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Up to 2 pets allowed

4.6

out of 5

7 nights

From

£403
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Exterior | West Pepperpot Lodge, Wimborne St Giles

Wimborne St Giles, Dorset

West Pepperpot Lodge

Wifi
Car parking on site
Detached
  • Sleeps up to 2
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Up to 1 pet allowed

7 nights

From

£1,274
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Open plan living space | Brockhill House, Beaminster

Beaminster, Dorset

Brockhill House

Wifi
Car parking on site
Pub within 1 mile
  • Sleeps up to 14
  • 6 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Up to 3 pets allowed

7 nights

From

£1,260
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Exterior | The Barn - Champernhayes, Wooton Fitzpaine, near Charmouth

Wooton Fitzpaine, near Charmouth, Dorset

The Barn

Coastal
Wifi
Swimming pool
  • Sleeps up to 10
  • 5 bedrooms
  • 4 bathrooms
  • Up to 2 pets allowed

7 nights

From

£2,605
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Reserve today for only 25%
Light and airy living area with double doors to balcony | The Forge, Thorncombe, near Broadwindsor

Thorncombe, near Broadwindsor, Dorset

The Forge

Wifi
Car parking on site
Enclosed Garden / Patio
  • Sleeps up to 2
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Up to 2 pets allowed

4.5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£313
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Reserve today for only £25
Garden | The Retreat - Bradstock Cottages, Burton Bradstock, near Bridport

Burton Bradstock, near Bridport, Dorset

Bradstock Cottages - The Retreat

Coastal
Luxury
Wifi
  • Sleeps up to 11
  • 5 bedrooms
  • 4 bathrooms
  • Up to 2 pets allowed

4.7

out of 5

7 nights

From

£1,480
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Reserve today for only 25%
Exterior | Rose Cottage, Primrose Cottage - Westfield Farm Cottages, Winterbourne, Steepleton

Winterbourne, Steepleton, Dorset

Rose Cottage

Wifi
Car parking on site
Pub within 1 mile
  • Sleeps up to 3
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Up to 2 pets allowed

5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£293
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Reserve today for only £25

Coastal Holiday Cottages in Dorset

Exterior | Lower Barrowfield Farm, Beaminster

Beaminster, Dorset

Lower Barrowfield Farm

Coastal
Hot Tub
Luxury
  • Sleeps up to 10
  • 5 bedrooms
  • 4 bathrooms
  • Up to 0 pets allowed

5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£1,594
View
Garden | Sweet Briar - Briarwood, Bothenhampton, near Bridport

Bothenhampton, near Bridport, Dorset

Sweet Briar

Coastal
Wifi
Car parking on site
  • Sleeps up to 3
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Up to 3 pets allowed

4.8

out of 5

7 nights

From

£363
View
Exterior | Heath Reach, Poole

Poole, Dorset

Heath Reach

Coastal
Wifi
Car parking on site
  • Sleeps up to 6
  • 4 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Up to 1 pet allowed

5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£1,098
View
Reserve today for only £25
Comfortable living area | Elizabethan House, Portland

Portland, Dorset

Elizabethan House

Coastal
Wifi
Enclosed Garden / Patio
  • Sleeps up to 7
  • 4 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Up to 2 pets allowed

4

out of 5

7 nights

From

£705
View
Living room | Half Pint Cottage, Uplyme, near Lyme Regis

Uplyme, near Lyme Regis, Dorset

Half Pint Cottage

Coastal
Wifi
Car parking on site
  • Sleeps up to 4
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Up to 0 pets allowed

7 nights

From

£629
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Living room | Beach Town, Bournemouth

Bournemouth, Dorset

Beach Town

Coastal
Luxury
Wifi
  • Sleeps up to 4
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Up to 1 pet allowed

4.5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£487
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Reserve today for only £25
Light and airy l<strong>iving/dining room/orangery</strong> | Albert Apartment, Poole

Poole, Dorset

Albert Apartment

Coastal
Wifi
Car parking on site
  • Sleeps up to 4
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Up to 2 pets allowed

4.6

out of 5

7 nights

From

£403
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Living room with doors to the courtyard | Whitestones, Weymouth

Weymouth, Dorset

Whitestones

Coastal
Wifi
Enclosed Garden / Patio
  • Sleeps up to 7
  • 3 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Up to 0 pets allowed

3.8

out of 5

7 nights

From

£477
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Exterior | Aurora South, Poole

Poole, Dorset

Aurora South

Coastal
Luxury
Wifi
  • Sleeps up to 5
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Up to 0 pets allowed

7 nights

From

£1,045
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Exterior | Milkmaid&rsquo;s Cottage - Rudge Farm Cottages, Chilcombe, near Bridport

Chilcombe, near Bridport, Dorset

Milkmaid's Cottage

Coastal
Wifi
Car parking on site
  • Sleeps up to 2
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Up to 0 pets allowed

7 nights

From

£562
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Reserve today for only £25
Exterior | The Barn - Champernhayes, Wooton Fitzpaine, near Charmouth

Wooton Fitzpaine, near Charmouth, Dorset

The Barn

Coastal
Wifi
Swimming pool
  • Sleeps up to 10
  • 5 bedrooms
  • 4 bathrooms
  • Up to 2 pets allowed

7 nights

From

£2,605
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Reserve today for only 25%
Garden | The Retreat - Bradstock Cottages, Burton Bradstock, near Bridport

Burton Bradstock, near Bridport, Dorset

Bradstock Cottages - The Retreat

Coastal
Luxury
Wifi
  • Sleeps up to 11
  • 5 bedrooms
  • 4 bathrooms
  • Up to 2 pets allowed

4.7

out of 5

7 nights

From

£1,480
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Reserve today for only 25%

Luxury Holiday Cottages in Dorset

Exterior | Lower Barrowfield Farm, Beaminster

Beaminster, Dorset

Lower Barrowfield Farm

Coastal
Hot Tub
Luxury
  • Sleeps up to 10
  • 5 bedrooms
  • 4 bathrooms
  • Up to 0 pets allowed

5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£1,594
View
Living room | Beach Town, Bournemouth

Bournemouth, Dorset

Beach Town

Coastal
Luxury
Wifi
  • Sleeps up to 4
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Up to 1 pet allowed

4.5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£487
View
Reserve today for only £25
Exterior | Aurora South, Poole

Poole, Dorset

Aurora South

Coastal
Luxury
Wifi
  • Sleeps up to 5
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Up to 0 pets allowed

7 nights

From

£1,045
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Garden | The Retreat - Bradstock Cottages, Burton Bradstock, near Bridport

Burton Bradstock, near Bridport, Dorset

Bradstock Cottages - The Retreat

Coastal
Luxury
Wifi
  • Sleeps up to 11
  • 5 bedrooms
  • 4 bathrooms
  • Up to 2 pets allowed

4.7

out of 5

7 nights

From

£1,480
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Reserve today for only 25%
Exterior | North Barn, Affpuddle, near Dorchester

Affpuddle, near Dorchester, Dorset

North Barn

Coastal
Luxury
Wifi
  • Sleeps up to 8
  • 5 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Up to 2 pets allowed

4.3

out of 5

7 nights

From

£1,060
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Reserve today for only £25
Living room | No. 1, Shaftesbury

Shaftesbury, Dorset

No. 1

Luxury
Wifi
Car parking on site
  • Sleeps up to 6
  • 3 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Up to 1 pet allowed

5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£635
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Reserve today for only £25
Exterior | Forest Edge Retreat, Christchurch

Christchurch, Dorset

Forest Edge Retreat

Coastal
Luxury
Wifi
  • Sleeps up to 4
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Up to 2 pets allowed

7 nights

From

£513
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Living room | The Retreat, Wareham

Wareham, Dorset

The Retreat

Coastal
Luxury
Wifi
  • Sleeps up to 4
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Up to 0 pets allowed

5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£625
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Exterior | Stable - The Vineyard, Blandford Forum

Blandford Forum, Dorset

Stable

Luxury
Wifi
Car parking on site
  • Sleeps up to 2
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Up to 1 pet allowed

5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£741
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Reserve today for only £25
Exterior | The Tack Room - St Giles House, Wimborne St Giles

Wimborne St Giles, Dorset

The Tack Room

Luxury
Wifi
Car parking on site
  • Sleeps up to 4
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Up to 1 pet allowed

7 nights

From

£3,395
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Living room | The Riding House, Wimborne St Giles, near Ringwood

Wimborne St Giles, near Ringwood, Dorset

The Riding House

Luxury
Wifi
Car parking on site
  • Sleeps up to 18
  • 8 bedrooms
  • 9 bathrooms
  • Up to 2 pets allowed

7 nights

From

£13,450
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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.

More Popular Holiday Destinations in Dorset

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