Dorset Cottages - Page 3

Sitting quietly in the peaceful village of Bloxworth, Old Kilns is a deceptively spacious holiday home that is ideal for families with older children and groups of friends who want to see the best that Dorset has to offer. Bloxworth is convenient for the Jurassic Coast beaches, like Weymouth and Studland Bay, and the Purbeck Heritage Coast, but it is also close to wonderful towns including Poole, Dorchester and Blandford Forum. Walk along the coastal footpath past Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door, or take the kids to one of Dorset’s top attractions like Bovington Tank Museum and Monkey World. Old Kilns is in the centre of it all, providing a restful haven at the end of a fun-filled day.

Newly built using traditional techniques and featuring a separate bedroom and shower room, this charming Shepherd's Hut offers couples space and comfort in an idyllic location close to the New Forest National Park and within walking distance of a country pub. Enjoy walking and bike rides through the forest and countryside, and with the coast only half an hour away plus plenty of picturesque towns and villages to explore, your self-catering holiday can be as exciting or relaxing as you choose.

A detached, Visit England rated 4* Stars self-catering delightful cottage. Ground level accommodation, Sleeps 4 + cot for an infant, two bedrooms both en-suite. Maintained to a high standard. Rural aspect, superb location close to Moors Valley Country Park activities, on the border of the New Forest / East Dorset, 4 miles from Ringwood, ideal for forest, coast and countryside. Pets welcome by arrangement. Direct Booking with the on-site owner - no booking fees, vat, or security deposit. See our April and May offers. Tourist board rating: 4 Star

Stay in this charming period cottage in the heart of West Dorset's beautiful countryside. Foxglove Cottage sleeps four people in two bedrooms and is perfect for couples or families who love walking and cycling. It's at the end of a peaceful rural lane in North Chideock, close to the fantastic Hell Lane Holloway that leads through stunning scenery to Symonsbury and Seatown. The South West Coast Path is another favourite footpath, but there is such a wide variety that you'll never run out of options. Guests enjoy exploring West Dorset and the Jurassic Coast, mixing days at the seaside with sightseeing, fossil hunting and visiting local attractions like the Bovington Tank Museum and Abbotsbury Swannery.

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.

Charming stone cottage located in the rural West Dorset village of Shipton Gorge. Surrounded by stunning countryside, and just two miles away from the Jurassic Coast, you can choose between lazy days on the beach or exploring beautiful footpaths and cycle routes. The Piggery is walking distance to the village pub and has one double bedroom as well as a sofa bed to accommodate two extra people. Tucked away down a private road this is a perfect retreat for couples and friends looking for a taste of Dorset country life. 

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.

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.  

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.

The whole family will love Groom Cottage. Sleeping six people in three rooms, the single storey stone cottage is one of several superb holiday properties on Doles Ash Farm which can be hired individually or depending on availability, hired together to accommodate larger groups. Doles Ash Farm is surrounded by private gardens and fields in the Piddle Valley Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty close to Dorchester, Weymouth, Bridport and the World Heritage Jurassic Coastline. Closer to home, there are miles of walks that lead from the property, although with facilities like an indoor swimming pool, games room, outdoor children's play area and animals to pet, you could quite easily spend a happy holiday without going much further than the front door.

Lorton House is an elegant Victorian country house with loads of space for up to 16 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.

Oozing character and charm, and steeped in history and heritage, this meticulously restored pretty cottage has everything you need for a romantic getaway to the glorious Dorset countryside. Snuggle up by the woodburning fire, enjoy lazing in the roll top bath then turn back the centuries in the nostalgic bedroom having perhaps star gazed with a glass of something fizzy in the garden room. Enjoy day trips to the World Heritage Jurassic Coast, explore the local footpaths or browse the boutique shops in the local towns. Whatley Cottage sleeps two guests in one king-size bedroom and holidays are available all year round. Rated 5 Star Gold with a Rose award from Visit England. Tourist board rating: 5 Star

A classic modernised Victorian Villa close to the sea, full of open spaces and ideal for large group bookings such as Large family gatherings, Corporate Groups and Stag & Hen Party Celebrations. This large house is the perfect solution to enjoy a fabulous holiday by the sea, complete with a separate Dining Room for 33 guests, a large lounge with 55” Smart TV with SKY and SuperFast BT Broadband with free WIFI, a Games’ Room with a full-size American Pool Table and a full size Football Table    The Victorian Villa is situated in its own grounds and comfortably sleeps up to 33 over the 4 floors. Just a 2 minutes’ walk away from the award-winning family friendly Boscombe Chine Gardens. There is ample parking for 7 cars and plenty of free parking in the road. An enclosed garden at the rear of the property is a great place for alfresco dining and relaxing.   

Fortis House is perfect for large group gatherings in Bournemouth, sleeping 23 guests, with a heated Swimming Pool and a Hot Tub Jacuzzi. We do accept well-behaved Stag and Hen Party Groups. The property includes a Dining Room, an American Pool Table, a Football Table, a large private garden with no neighbours, SKY TV and SuperFast BT Broadband and WiFi 

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.  

Welcome aboard our Classic Yacht Nadine, including a Hot Tub Jacuzzi on the upper deck, a Master Double Cabin with ensuite Bathroom, a Twin Bed Cabin with ensuite Shower Room, a spacious soulful Lounge, a Kitchen Galley, an Alfresco Dining Deck, a Sun Deck and a beautiful waterside sea view across the bay. There is also SuperFast BT Broadband, WiFi and SKY TV. Have a look at this amazing Waterside Holiday Break Experience on:  www.ClassicYachtNadine.com 

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.

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.

The Garden Studio is a gorgeous getaway for couples or individuals. The sweet 16th-century holiday cottage is a beautiful alternative to glamping, giving luxuries like a king-sized bed and ensuite shower room for the cost of staying in a shepherd's hut or camping pod. It is part of Chideock Grange in North Chideock, a peaceful place with no passing traffic and easy access to fantastic footpaths and cycleways. Guests can walk to the beach at Seatown, which is around two miles away, Symondsbury and Colmer's Hill. The South West Coast Path and the UNESCO Jurassic Coast are stunning in any season, and there are many local sights and attractions to delight.

Victorian Cottage with annexe accommodation is situated in the conservation area of Ashley Cross Poole Dorset. The Annexe has one bedroom with shower room en-suit and a separate well fitted kitchen and lounge area. It has its own separate entrance and free parking. Easy reach for exploring The Jurassic Coast, Sandbanks, Poole, Bournemouth, Weymouth, Swanage. All within easy reach by car bus or train.