Self Catering Holiday Cottages in Dorchester

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.

The perfect retreat just for two within easy reach of Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door on Dorset's World Heritage Jurassic Coastline. Right in the heart of Purbeck, this stylish holiday home provides all the right ingredients for a relaxing break and a great self-catering base for exploring the areas many attractions.  The RSPB Nature Reserve at Arne, from where the BBC Springwatch is broadcast, is very close by.

Accessed via the rockery and a few steps, Poacher's Cottage is a great choice with families and couples and has its own private sun terrace for relaxing during the warmer months. Ideally positioned just a mile from the gorgeous shingle beach at Ringstead Bay, there are a wealth of attractions for day trips out (Weymouth, Poole and Bournemouth are just a few of the highlights within easy driving distance), and superb walking with the South West Coastal Path easily accessible (a 7-mile walk takes you to Lulworth Cove via Durdle Door). A great base for a seaside break or as a base for enjoying all that Dorset has to offer. Tourist board rating: 4 Star Gold

With a fabulous four-poster double, Owls Roost is a popular choice with couples looking for a luxurious retreat. Perfectly placed just a mile from Ringstead Bay beach on Dorset's world famous Jurassic coastline, guests can enjoy plenty of sea air, attractions including Durdle Door, Lulworth Cove, Poole and Weymouth, as well as miles of coastal footpath to explore. 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

Picture postcard pretty, Damers is a traditional thatched holiday cottage in the peaceful Dorset village of Chaldon Herring, just inland of the stunning Jurassic Coast. Perfect for a family holiday, this welcoming holiday retreat sleeps up to five guests in three bedrooms and unlike most Dorset cottages is spacious, has a safe staircase for children and older visitors and two bathrooms, though you still have to watch your head in some places. It also has the advantage of off-street parking.  As well as a large garden, there is a playing field opposite the cottage and a country pub a short stroll away with outside seating.  Durdle Door and Lulworth Cove are within easy reach without having to suffer the crowds whilst the many attractions of Dorset, Dorchester's dinosaur museums, Moreton church, Weymouth sands, The Bovington Tank Museum and Monkey World are all within easy reach.

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.

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.

This popular cottage is on a quiet road in the peaceful hamlet of Chaldon Herring, within walking distance of the village pub and the coastal footpath that leads to Durdle Door and Lulworth Cove, part of the Jurassic coast. Dorchester, Weymouth and Moreton area are all within a short drive, as are favourite Dorset attractions such as the Bovington Tank Museum and Monkey World. The Jurassic Coast makes an excellent holiday destination at any time of the year and this comfortable cottage, which sleeps up to six people in three bedrooms, is the perfect base for couples, families and friends from which to explore it.

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.  

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

Foxes Cottage ticks all the boxes for a holiday in Dorset, whether you simply want to relax on a beach, discover the many attractions of the area including its stunning Jurassic Coastline, or lace up your walking boots and explore the South West Coastal Footpath. Just a mile from Ringstead Bay beach, this well presented self-catering retreat is a popular choice with couples. Tourist board rating: 4 Star Gold

"Happiness Cottage" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Dorset. The pretty West Dorset village of Piddlehinton can be found in the quaintly named Piddle Valley, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, only 8 miles from Dorchester, situated off the main road on a private track. The village is surrounded by...

"Acorn House , Dorchester" is a 4 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 8 guests in Dorset. Acorn House is a stunning lakeside home with a hot tub and access to an on-site gym, heated pool, tennis court and more. This impressive architect-designed property sits at Silverlake, a luxury gated and private members development with acres...

"The Old School Cottage" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Dorset. Tincleton is a tiny hamlet in Dorset, nestled in a beautiful rural setting within the valley of the River Frome. The hamlet is just five miles east of the county town of Dorchester which has many shops and attractions to discover. The area has...

"Sea Views" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 5 guests in Dorset. Abbotsbury is a historic and charming village lying on the Dorset Jurassic Coast. Home to the delightful Abbotsbury Subtropical Gardens, with a wonderful array of plants leading down to the long-stretching Chesil Beach, as well as Abbotsbury...

"Thatch Cottage" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Dorset. On the border of Blackmore Vale and at the top of the quaintly titled Piddle Valley, in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, is the West Dorset village of Buckland Newton and its seven neighbouring hamlets, among them Brockhampton. The...

"Swan Cottage (2), Dorchester" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Dorset. Charming Swan Cottage is the perfect retreat for a romantic getaway, relaxing break, or an activity holiday for couples. The property is accessed under the crescent archway to the front door and entrance lobby and the attractive south-facing...

"The Town House" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Dorset. Without seeing the market town of Dorchester, with its Roman roads, museums, and variety of pubs and restaurants, a journey to Dorset would not be complete. Visit the County Museum, which contains a display dedicated to Thomas Hardy, who was...

"2 Bathsheba Terrace" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Dorset. Dorchester, with its Roman roads, museums, pubs and restaurants, is a must-see during any trip to Dorset. Visit Maiden Castle, England's largest hillfort, or the County Museum, which features a room dedicated to Thomas Hardy, born a short...

"Norden House" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Dorset. The delightful village of Maiden Newton rests in the heart of Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, boasting a wealth of shops, a local pub and restaurant, and the historic church of St. Mary. Nearby rests the picturesque South Dorset...

"Beach Haven" is a 4 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 8 guests in Dorset. Lying next to the sea and Chesil Beach, close to Burton Bradstock and Abbotsbury, is the small village of West Bexington. This is a stunning area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, as well as an area of Special Scientific Interest in the form of...

"The Old School House" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 5 guests in Dorset. Piddletrenthide is a small West Dorset village resting within Piddle Valley, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, only 8 miles from Dorchester. The surrounding area is filled with countryside, with direct access to public footpaths, as well...

"3 Bed Cottage in Whitcombe" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 5 guests in Dorset. Additional information and rules - 3 bedrooms: 1 king, 1 double, 1 single - 2 bathrooms: downstairs WC with bath and electric shower overhead, upstairs WC with walk-in shower - Oven with electric hob, fridge, freezer, microwave,...

"2 Bed Lodge in Sydling St. Nicholas" is a 2 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 4 guests in Dorset. Additional information and rulesNo dogs allowed - 2 bedrooms - super-king-size zip-and-links (which can be made into a twin on request) - 1bathroom with bath, separate shower and WC - Electric Range master oven and hob,...

"The Coach House , Dorchester " is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Dorset. Recently renovated, The Coach House at Duntish Mill Farm is a beautiful cottage which has been carefully designed and styled to provide comfortable accommodation for up to four guests. With contemporary furnishings, exposed beams and attractive...

"Dorset Alpaca Shepherds Hut , Dorchester" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 2 guests in Dorset. This bespoke and attractive shepherds hut is filled with plenty of rural charm, with a beautifully styled interior, and nestled on the side of the stunning Frampton parkland. The accommodation has a unique amount of space compared to most...

"Frome Lodge House" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Dorset. Without seeing the market town of Dorchester, with its Roman roads, museums, and variety of pubs and restaurants, a journey to Dorset would not be complete. Visit the County Museum, which contains a display dedicated to Thomas Hardy, who was...

"3 Bed Cottage in Hilfield" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Dorset. Additional information and rules - 3 Bedrooms – 2 doubles and 1 bunk bedroom - 1 bathroom - shower over bath and WC - Electric oven and hob, fridge with ice compartment and washing machine - Wood burner and open fire – first basket of...

"Alpaca Cottage , Dorchester" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 2 guests in Dorset. Alpaca Cottage is a special retreat for two and named in honour of the property owners' small herd of Alpaca's, that live in the neighbouring field. The single-storey accommodation is light, airy and well-appointed with stylish touches...

"Dorset Alpaca Shepherd's Hut" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Dorset. Overlooking open countryside, this Shepherd’s Hut is the perfect place to relax all year round.. 3 steps to entrance. All on the Ground Floor: Open plan living space. Living area: (No TV),...

"The Parlour, Dorchester " is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Dorset. Recently renovated, The Parlour at Duntish Mill Farm is a wonderful light-filled single-storey property which has been carefully designed and styled to provide comfortable accommodation for up to six guests. With contemporary furnishings, high...

"Parlour Cottage" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Dorset. Set in stunning surroundings, this cosy traditional holiday cottage has a lot to offer. A fantastic base for exploring Dorset and Somerset for families, friends it really is a true countryside escape.. All on the Ground Floor:...

"Old School" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Dorset. A charming three-bedroom holiday home set in a converted old schoolhouse in the tranquil village of West Knighton, Dorchester.. 1 step to entrance. Ground Floor: Living room: Freeview Smart...

"The Beech Hut" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Dorset. A delightful shepherd’s hut with wood burner, double bed and a separate shower room. Outside, a seating area and garden leading to a small stream.. All on the Ground Floor: Open plan living...

"Anglebury - DHU" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 3 guests in Dorset. Anglebury has the best of both worlds - boasting a rural location yet the on-site facilities ensure there’s always something to do.. All on the Ground Floor: Open plan living space. Living...