Dorset Cottages

A detached, delightful ground level cottage. Visit England rated 4* Stars. Cosy gas central heating and all utilities included. No stairs accommodation. Two bedrooms - a kingsize double and a twin bedroom, sleeps 4 plus a cot for an infant. Each bedroom has an en-suite shower room with wc and hand basin.  Open plan living, dining and fitted kitchen maintained to a high standard, 100% awarded for Cleanliness. Games room and furnished garden with barbecue ideal for alfresco dining. Rural aspect, superb location on New Forest / East Dorset border, perfect for a variety of sites and pursuits. Forest, coast and walking or cycle route into Moors Valley Country Park  activities. Easy access to all areas of the New Forest National Park, Ringwood Market Town and New Forest tour bus, a choice of beaches only 8-10 miles away. Children and Pets welcome. EV Charger. Safe Direct Booking with the on-site owner - no booking fees, vat, or security deposit. Tourist board rating: 4 Star

Set back from a quiet country lane in the peaceful village of Chaldon Herring, and only a few minutes walk from the popular Sailor's Return pub, Rex Officio is a charming holiday home designed with couples in mind. Previously a store building, it has been transformed into a romantic retreat with a very comfortable open-plan living area and kitchen downstairs, and a spacious bedroom with ensuite upstairs. All of Dorset's favourite attractions are on your doorstep. You can easily reach Durdle Door, Lulworth Cove and the Jurassic Coast footpath, as well as drive to charming towns and villages including Dorchester, Moreton and Weymouth.  Bovington Tank Museum and Monkey World are also nearby, as are many walking and cycling trails to suit all abilities.

A short walk from Dorset’s Jurassic coastline you will find Upper Westfield, a first floor self-catering apartment in the picturesque village of Puncknowle.  It is the only holiday let in our home (we live on the other side of the house).  Having your own private entrance gives guests the independence to come and go as you please with the added comfort of having us nearby should you have any questions on the area’s many attractions and seasonal events. There is lots of information in the apartment regarding places to visit.  Some of our past guests’ favourites include:  Abbotsbury Subtropical Gardens, Abbotsbury Swannery, Hive beach, Weymouth beach, Lulworth Cove, Monkey World, Symondsbury Cafe with Colmers Hill and nearby mysterious sunken lanes, St Catherine’s Chapel, and Weymouth Oceanarium. The accommodation comprises of: A large open plan living area for relaxing, dining and cooking, ideal for being together while performing different tasks.  Take in the beautiful countryside views across the valley from the Juliette balcony.There is a wide selection of DVDs, puzzles, books, board games for all ages.There is a T.V. with built-in DVD player and Google Chromecast and a Bluetooth player.The kitchen has an electric hob and oven, microwave, toaster, kettle, cafetière, fridge, freezer and is well equipped with utensils and crockery. The double bedroom has the bathroom next door.The twin bedroom has its own en-suite shower room.Both the bathroom and the ensuite shower room have wall mirrors with mood lighting.  There is a large walk-in power shower in the ensuite. We offer an option of having access to a third bedroom (single bed) with use of a sauna.  This room is also an ideal space to be used as a workstation as it has a desk and is separate from the main apartment area.  This is offered at an additional £30 per night. There is plenty of parking available in our front driveway. We welcome one well-behaved small dog, by prior consent, for an additional £10 per stay. You are welcome to use the front garden and there is a separate section of the rear garden for your sole use, where there is a table with umbrella and chairs.  Through the wooden gate leads you into the little orchard where there is more seating and a Buddha among the mature damson, pear and apple trees.  We have a further two fields at the bottom of the garden where sometimes the local farmer puts his sheep to graze. Included is a family pass (2 adults, 2 children) to the local animal park which also has an indoor play area.  This is a 5 minute drive away. We provide a generous welcome pack of provisions to get you settled (which can be adapted to meet any allergy requirements). We also provide towels, a hairdryer, toilet paper, kitchen roll, tissues, washing up liquid, and hand wash. The thatched village pub, The Crown, is a 5 minute stroll down the lane. We look forward to welcoming you to Upper Westfield.    

Escape to Maranatha, a peaceful one-bedroom Dorset holiday cottage tucked away in the stunning Purbeck near Wareham. Perfect for couples, this charming retreat sits in three acres of gardens and orchards, offering a private, relaxing base to explore Dorset and the Jurassic Coast. Enjoy breakfast with birdsong, spot deer from the garden, or wander straight into Worgret Heath Nature Reserve. With Wareham’s riverside pubs, historic sites, and lovely walks just two miles away, and coastal gems like Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door nearby, Maranatha is ideal for a romantic getaway, scenic adventure, or a quiet break with all the comforts of home.

The Hyde is a very popular choice at Upton Grange which provides a warm welcome to couples, friends and families and sits in an enviable position within a mile walk of the lovely beach at Ringstead Bay on the World Heritage Jurassic Coastline in Dorset. Whether you want to relax by the sea or enjoy Dorset's many attractions, with Weymouth, Poole, Bournemouth, Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door close by, you will be hard pushed to find a more idyllic and convenient location for your holiday. Tourist board rating: 5 Star

With a ground floor en-suite bedroom and nursery with cot on the first floor, Pheasants Cottage is a perfect choice for families. Sleeping six guests in comfort and style, this beautifully presented flexible cottage sits in a superb position just a mile from Ringstead beach on Dorset's stunning World Heritage Jurassic Coast. Fabulous walking with the South West Coastal Path easily accessible, an abundance of attractions close by including Lulworth, Durdle Door, Weymouth and Poole, and a beach for lazy days. All the right ingredients for a seaside holiday. Tourist board rating: 4 Star Gold

With world class attractions like Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door just a few miles away and incredible walking on the doorstep, this stylish contemporary holiday apartment just for two provides a superb base for relaxing and exploring. Located on the Isle of Purbeck, the Jurassic Coast, Poole and Wareham are all within easy reach.  The RSPB Nature Reserve at Arne, from where the BBC Springwatch is broadcast, is very close by.

Enjoy a unique getaway in a charming, historic 3-bedroom railway house in Dorset, next to Hinton Admiral Station.  Perfect for exploring the region, the house offers easy train access to Bournemouth and is close to the New Forest, beaches, and family attractions.  Relax in the cosy outdoor hot tub after a day of adventure.  This property combines historical charm with modern comforts and convenient access to a variety of activities.

Strongate Orchard is a single static home situated on a small working beef farm, a 10 minute drive north of Bridport, Dorset.  Secluded location at the bottom of a long winding lane with no passing traffic.  A great base and ideal location for either a family farm stay or adults, you will likely see our animals in the field next door, birds in the Orchard, and there is also plenty of outside space for ball games.   We are located within Dorset's Natural Landscape and the World Heritage Jurassic coastline along with Bridport, famous for it's twice weekly street market and antiques quarter, is a 10 minute drive away. The coastal village of Charmouth is ideal for fossil hunting and we offer short breaks as well as 7 night stays. 

Strongate View Apartment, our 4* Visit England rated apartment is located in the village of Salway Ash, 4 miles from the vibrant market town of Bridport with it's popular antiques quarter and the world famous Jurassic coastline & the South West coastal path. Lyme Regis & Charmouth, famous for fossil hunting, are a 20/25 minute drive away.   The Apartment is first floor and whilst attached to our home it's private with it's own entrance.  Idyllic view of Marshwood Vale, rural and quiet location.  The Apartment has one bedroom with king size bed, it's a perfect choice for a couple and an ideal location to explore any time of the year.  A comfy fold out day bed is available if adults would prefer separate beds, or if you have a child.  Highchair and travel cot also available.  Pet friendly too 

Strongate Cottage is a traditional thatched cosy chocolate box cottage with pretty garden located on a small working beef farm, rural and secluded within the village of Salway Ash with unspoilt countryside, it's a perfect base for relaxing, recharging batteries and exploring, pet friendly too.   We are located within Dorset's Natural Landscape and the World Heritage Jurassic coastline, SW coastal path.  The vibrant flourishing market town of Bridport and the harbour of West Bay is a 10 minute drive away.  The coastal village of Charmouth is ideal for fossil hunting and Lyme Regis is beautiful too and well worth a visit during your stay.

Are you looking for a peaceful and relaxing getaway on the Dorset Jurassic Coast?   Discover the charm of our 19th-century cottage situated down a quiet lane in the centre of Chideock.  The country cottage is complemented by lots of modern amenities and just a short 15 minute walk to the beach at Seatown. Chideock Cottage is the perfect place to stay. The cottage accommodates up to 3 people sleeping in two bedrooms and is an ideal location to escape to all year round. Chideock is a lovely coastal village with endless opportunities to explore. You can enjoy a delicious meal at any of the two walkable pubs or shop in the local convenience store which is a 5 minute walk away. Take a short trip to the neighboring towns of Bridport and Lyme Regis by car or bus (handy bus stop just up the lane from the cottage) and explore the best of what the Dorset Jurassic Coast has to offer. Unleash your inner archaeologist at Seatown beach while hunting for fossils and get ready to make lastin

Located on a tree lined road this 8 bedroom detached property, with off road parking, is ideal for family get togethers with something for everyone.  Superfast 1GB broadband and 2 x 55-inch smart flat-screen TV’s, Sky TV and TV apps with 100’s of shows and films to suit every age. The property is less than a 1-minute walk to 100’s of square meters of grassy woodlands, with a children’s play area and a purpose-built athletics track. The property has a well-equipt kitchen with an American Fridge Freezer, Microwave, 2 hobs, 2 high spec ovens and a belfast sink.   All the bedrooms contain beds with pocket sprung mattresses, white 100% cotton bed linen for the perfect nights sleep.   ***Minimum nights stays apply. For a quote please contact owner.***

Dolphin Cottage is a charming thatched holiday home on Marine Parade in Lyme Regis. Built around 1800, it has many original features and sleeps four people in two bedrooms with two bathrooms. You'll love falling asleep to the sound of the waves and having breakfast on the private waterfront terrace, being just steps from the sand and around 100 yards from shops, bars, and restaurants. The UNESCO Jurassic Coast and South West Coast Path are literally outside the door, making this self-catering cottage a firm favourite with families and couples in all seasons. 

With its two beautiful beaches, lively harbour and marina, and a fantastic array of places to eat and drink, it is no surprise that West Bay is a favourite Jurassic Coast holiday destination with people who appreciate that it offers so much while remaining relatively peaceful even in the height of summer. West Bay Cottage is a charming Grade II listed property within walking distance of it all, and only a mile and a half from bustling Bridport. The cottage sleeps four people in two bedrooms and is a favourite with both couples and small families.

The Old Rectory is the perfect Georgian country house. The Grade II listed property sits close to the centre of Symondsbury, just a mile and a half from the coast and 100 metres from the Ilchester Arms pub. Eleven double bedrooms comfortably sleep up to twenty two adults, while several rooms also have single beds so that the house can accommodate large parties of up to twenty nine people. Four reception rooms, a large verandah and two acres of gardens means there is ample space, while proximity to country walks, the beaches of the Jurassic Coast and pretty towns and villages make it easy to arrange a stay that everyone will love whether you are there for a family celebration or a team building weekend with colleagues.

Whether you're travelling with your kids, extended family or a group of friends, everyone will love Gould's Farmhouse. Four large bedrooms, three bathrooms and three sitting rooms, together with a spacious country kitchen and fantastic garden mean you can enjoy being together while still having your own space. It's on a quiet lane in Milborne St Andrew, within walking distance of a great pub (The Royal Oak), the village shop and a kids playground, and close to the vibrant market towns of Dorchester and Blandford. The Jurassic Coast, Weymouth and Poole are all a short drive away, and there are beautiful National Trust properties like Hardy's Cottage to enjoy. Footpaths, including the South West Coast Path, bridle ways and cycle paths are plentiful so you can be as active as you like, or simply recline on a lounger in the garden with a good book and enjoy not having to please anyone but yourself.

Lorton House is an elegant Victorian country house with loads of space for up to 18 people, multiple reception rooms and 16 private acres of grounds. It's a luxurious self-catering property for big groups in Weymouth, just three miles from the beach, harbour and town centre, and ideal whether you are getting together with friends to celebrate a milestone event or catching up with your extended family. There is a pub less than two miles away, and you don't have to leave the grounds to enjoy a leisurely walk through woods and parkland. Durdle Door, the SEA LIFE Adventure Park and Portland Bill lighthouse are all nearby, as is the Jurassic Coast and places like Dorchester and Lyme Regis. A self contained annex is also available at an extra cost of £100 per night bringing the total number of guests to 18.   Accessibility - There are 2 steps up to the front door and a ramp is available for these.  The ground floor bedroom has an en-suite shower room and there is a lip of 3 inches to enter the shower cubicle.

Sitting on Dorset's World famous Jurassic Coastline, Gamekeeper's Cottage is an excellent choice for couples wanting to explore the many attractions of this beautiful part of the South West. With superb walking (including a 7 mile each way walk to Lulworth Cove via Durdle Door), an abundance of attractions close by (Weymouth, Bournemouth and Poole to name just a few) and a lovely beach to walk to for relaxing, Gamekeeper's Cottage is perfect for a break away or holiday at any time of the year. Tourist board rating: 4 Star Gold

With just the birds and wildlife as your neighbours, The Trout Barn offers a peaceful and secluded getaway in the village of Hermitage on the edge of the Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. With two trout and one carp fishing lakes, walks from the front door and a number of attractions nearby, there is plenty to keep all ages entertained. Sleeping eight guests in three bedrooms, with accommodation all on one level, The Trout Barn is the perfect self-catering holiday accommodation for families, friends and couples looking for a slice of beautiful rural Dorset.