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 | Croft Cottage, Lydlinch, near Sturminster Newton

Lydlinch, near Sturminster Newton, Dorset

Croft Cottage

Wifi
Car parking on site
Enclosed Garden / Patio
  • Sleeps up to 6
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Up to 1 pet allowed

5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£649
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Exterior | Henchard - Greenwood Grange Cottages, Higher Bockhampton, near Dorchester

Higher Bockhampton, near Dorchester, Dorset

Henchard

Hot Tub
Luxury
Wifi
  • Sleeps up to 12
  • 4 bedrooms
  • 3 bathrooms
  • Up to 3 pets allowed

5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£3,693
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Lovely single-storey barn conversion | Fossils’ End, Chickerell, near Weymouth

Chickerell, near Weymouth, Dorset

Fossils’ End

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

5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£455
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Living room | Applewood Cottage, Walditch, nr. Bridport

Walditch, near Bridport, Dorset

Applewood Cottage

Coastal
Wifi
Enclosed Garden / Patio
  • Sleeps up to 4
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Up to 0 pets allowed

4.6

out of 5

7 nights

From

£409
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Exterior | The Stables, Woodlands

Woodlands, Dorset

The Stables

Wifi
Car parking on site
Detached
  • Sleeps up to 4
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Up to 2 pets allowed

4.5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£309
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Living room | Yew Tree House, Chideock, near Bridport

Chideock, near Bridport, Dorset

Yew Tree House

Coastal
Wifi
Car parking on site
  • Sleeps up to 7
  • 3 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Up to 2 pets allowed

5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£909
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Exterior | The Old Orchard, Silton, Near Gillingham

Silton, Near Gillingham, Dorset

The Old Orchard

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

5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£399
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Exterior | Ware House Cottage, Nr. Lyme Regis

Nr. Lyme Regis, Dorset

Ware House Cottage

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

4.8

out of 5

7 nights

From

£445
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Garden | Victoria Cottage, Mudeford, near Christchurch

Mudeford, near Christchurch, Dorset

Victoria Cottage

Coastal
Luxury
Wifi
  • Sleeps up to 8
  • 4 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Up to 1 pet allowed

4.6

out of 5

7 nights

From

£1,059
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Living room | Freshwater Bay View, Portland

Portland, Dorset

Freshwater Bay View

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

5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£579
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Exterior | The Dairy, Mannington

Mannington, Dorset

The Dairy

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

4.4

out of 5

7 nights

From

£489
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Dog Friendly Cottages in Dorset

Exterior | Croft Cottage, Lydlinch, near Sturminster Newton

Lydlinch, near Sturminster Newton, Dorset

Croft Cottage

Wifi
Car parking on site
Enclosed Garden / Patio
  • Sleeps up to 6
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Up to 1 pet allowed

5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£649
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Exterior | Henchard - Greenwood Grange Cottages, Higher Bockhampton, near Dorchester

Higher Bockhampton, near Dorchester, Dorset

Henchard

Hot Tub
Luxury
Wifi
  • Sleeps up to 12
  • 4 bedrooms
  • 3 bathrooms
  • Up to 3 pets allowed

5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£3,693
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Lovely single-storey barn conversion | Fossils’ End, Chickerell, near Weymouth

Chickerell, near Weymouth, Dorset

Fossils’ End

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

5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£455
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Master bedroom | The Scullery - St Giles House, Wimborne St Giles

Wimborne St Giles, Dorset

The Scullery

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

7 nights

From

£2,360
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Exterior | The Stables, Woodlands

Woodlands, Dorset

The Stables

Wifi
Car parking on site
Detached
  • Sleeps up to 4
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Up to 2 pets allowed

4.5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£309
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Living room | Yew Tree House, Chideock, near Bridport

Chideock, near Bridport, Dorset

Yew Tree House

Coastal
Wifi
Car parking on site
  • Sleeps up to 7
  • 3 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Up to 2 pets allowed

5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£909
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Exterior | The Old Orchard, Silton, Near Gillingham

Silton, Near Gillingham, Dorset

The Old Orchard

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

5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£399
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Exterior | Ware House Cottage, Nr. Lyme Regis

Nr. Lyme Regis, Dorset

Ware House Cottage

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

4.8

out of 5

7 nights

From

£445
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Garden | Victoria Cottage, Mudeford, near Christchurch

Mudeford, near Christchurch, Dorset

Victoria Cottage

Coastal
Luxury
Wifi
  • Sleeps up to 8
  • 4 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Up to 1 pet allowed

4.6

out of 5

7 nights

From

£1,059
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Exterior | The Dairy, Mannington

Mannington, Dorset

The Dairy

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

4.4

out of 5

7 nights

From

£489
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Coastal Holiday Cottages in Dorset

Lovely single-storey barn conversion | Fossils’ End, Chickerell, near Weymouth

Chickerell, near Weymouth, Dorset

Fossils’ End

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

5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£455
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Living room | Applewood Cottage, Walditch, nr. Bridport

Walditch, near Bridport, Dorset

Applewood Cottage

Coastal
Wifi
Enclosed Garden / Patio
  • Sleeps up to 4
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Up to 0 pets allowed

4.6

out of 5

7 nights

From

£409
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Living room | Yew Tree House, Chideock, near Bridport

Chideock, near Bridport, Dorset

Yew Tree House

Coastal
Wifi
Car parking on site
  • Sleeps up to 7
  • 3 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Up to 2 pets allowed

5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£909
View
Exterior | Ware House Cottage, Nr. Lyme Regis

Nr. Lyme Regis, Dorset

Ware House Cottage

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

4.8

out of 5

7 nights

From

£445
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Exterior | Coast Away, Poole

Poole, Dorset

Coast Away

Coastal
Wifi
Pub within 1 mile
  • Sleeps up to 6
  • 3 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Up to 0 pets allowed

7 nights

From

£1,003
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Garden | Victoria Cottage, Mudeford, near Christchurch

Mudeford, near Christchurch, Dorset

Victoria Cottage

Coastal
Luxury
Wifi
  • Sleeps up to 8
  • 4 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Up to 1 pet allowed

4.6

out of 5

7 nights

From

£1,059
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Living room | Freshwater Bay View, Portland

Portland, Dorset

Freshwater Bay View

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

5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£579
View
Open plan living space | Honeybee, Poole

Poole, Dorset

Honeybee

Coastal
Wifi
Car parking on site
  • Sleeps up to 3
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Up to 0 pets allowed

7 nights

From

£874
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Exterior | Seabreeze, Bournemouth

Bournemouth, Dorset

Seabreeze

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

7 nights

From

£769
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Stylish 1st floor apartment | Cove View - Admirals Quarter, Weymouth

Weymouth, Dorset

Cove View

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

4.6

out of 5

7 nights

From

£409
View

Luxury Holiday Cottages in Dorset

Exterior | Henchard - Greenwood Grange Cottages, Higher Bockhampton, near Dorchester

Higher Bockhampton, near Dorchester, Dorset

Henchard

Hot Tub
Luxury
Wifi
  • Sleeps up to 12
  • 4 bedrooms
  • 3 bathrooms
  • Up to 3 pets allowed

5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£3,693
View
Master bedroom | The Scullery - St Giles House, Wimborne St Giles

Wimborne St Giles, Dorset

The Scullery

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

7 nights

From

£2,360
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Exterior | Ware House Cottage, Nr. Lyme Regis

Nr. Lyme Regis, Dorset

Ware House Cottage

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

4.8

out of 5

7 nights

From

£445
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Garden | Victoria Cottage, Mudeford, near Christchurch

Mudeford, near Christchurch, Dorset

Victoria Cottage

Coastal
Luxury
Wifi
  • Sleeps up to 8
  • 4 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Up to 1 pet allowed

4.6

out of 5

7 nights

From

£1,059
View
Exterior | The Dairy, Mannington

Mannington, Dorset

The Dairy

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

4.4

out of 5

7 nights

From

£489
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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

£1,075
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Dining room | Captain’s Rest, Southbourne, near Bournemouth

Southbourne, near Bournemouth, Dorset

Captain’s Rest

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

4.9

out of 5

7 nights

From

£765
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Exterior | Durdle Dreams, West Lulworth, near Wareham

West Lulworth, near Wareham, Dorset

Durdle Dreams

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

4.8

out of 5

7 nights

From

£849
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Exterior | Church House Cottage, Stour Provost, near Gillingham

Stour Provost, near Gillingham, Dorset

Church House Cottage

Luxury
Wifi
Pub within 1 mile
  • Sleeps up to 4
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Up to 2 pets allowed

4.2

out of 5

7 nights

From

£469
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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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