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Cute, Cosy & Stylish Bothy Cottage, near Sherborne
Stylish, Comfortable & Quirky - “Top 10 Dorset Airbnb” (Conde Nast Traveller) in a “Top 50 UK Village” (Sunday Times). The Bothy is a detached stone cottage where you can share some free Prosecco on your private terrace. It is in the rural historic Yetminster Conservation Area with a thatched pub, café & shop. It is next door to a quintessential "Chocolate Box" thatched cottage. You are on the edge of the Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty with good access to the sea & Jurassic Coast.

Shepherd's Cottage
Shepherd's cottage is a delightfully cosy annexe with it's own private entrance and own cottage garden. Tucked away on a no through road, that leads directly onto a bridleway and footpaths, Shepherd's cottage makes an ideal place to stay for those who simply want to get away from it all. We welcome 2 small dogs ( pet fee applies) and horses - with a choice of fields to keep your horse in ( additional charge of £25 per night for horses). Complimentary bottle of wine on stays of 4 nights or more.

Little Barn is a cosy dwelling in a remote valley
Little Barn is located in a remote valley between Upwey and Portesham near Weymouth in Dorset A converted Barn with a modern open plan interior. An adequate garden with Outdoor furniture and BBQ with an external secure store for bicycles etc. The area is good for walking (dogs welcome), many footpaths line the surrounding countryside. Hardy's monument is situated a few miles away. The area offers good cycling both on and off road. Good access to the Dorset coastline which is a short drive away.

Lovely cosy place to stay in the heart of Dorset
Oak Tree Barn is a self-catering holiday accommodation in the heart of the village of Hazelbury Bryan, Dorset. The conversion was completed in early 2012 using locally reclaimed materials and keeping many of the original features. The Barn is warm and cosy in winter and cool in summer, the detached Barn has a large open-plan lounge and kitchen with views towards the local hills. The two bedrooms (one double with bath, one twin with shower) overlook paddocks where sheep graze and chicken forage.

Romantic hillside hideaway with outstanding views
A unique and romantic hideaway, Quarryman's Cottage is dinner on the roof terrace watching the sunset over Lyme Bay & Charmouth, stargazing from the luxury freestanding bath, epic views from the double shower, reading under the old oak tree, BBQ's & firepits, leisurely walks to The Anchor at Seatown via Golden Cap or the coastal path, the sound of birdsong, the glimpse of a deer, curling up in front of the wood burner in winter. It is a tranquil & heavenly escape from the bustle of daily life.

Strawberry Cottage
Lovingly restored and modernised by Harry in 2011, Strawberry Cottage is nestled by the river Wey in the village of Upwey, Dorset. This quaint property is close to the famous Jurassic Coast, within 4 miles of the seaside town of Weymouth and Dorchester town.Durdle Door / Lulworth Cove is an approximate 29 minute drive,and the main supermarket is 8 minutes away by car. Upwey has two pubs a busy tearoom,garden nursery and Tesco Express all within 5 to 10 minutes walk. Relax inside or out.

Stunning Barn conversion with heated swimming pool
Courage Cottage is a two bedroom detached barn conversion in a Georgian farmyard.The barn was converted in 2013 so has all modern conveniences including underfloor heating. It is very individual and situated in a quiet , rural setting. It has two bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms. The village of Martinstown has an excellent pub and shop. Dorchester is 2 miles away and has every facility including good rail connections in all directions.Swimming pool (shared ) open May 15th-Sept 15th

Jasmine Cottage
Jasmine Cottage is a characterful, compact barn conversion, that sits next to the 400 year old farm house. It sleeps up to four people (including infants), with a double and a twin room. We are one mile away from The Wise Man Inn - an award-winning pub; 6 miles from Dorset's stunning Jurassic coast and 3 miles from the county town of Dorchester. You will, however, need a car- or bikes! Sorry, no pets and no smoking. No EV charging, yet, but there are many fast charging points nearby.

Cosy ecolodge with log-burner, near town & beach
Asker lodge is an eco-friendly lodge, seconds from the Old Railway Track for a lovely 2.4 mile stroll or cycle to the Jurassic Coast at West Bay. Or walk 15 mins in the opposite direction and you're in Bridport's bustling town centre Downstairs, there's an inviting open plan kitchen & living room opening onto a sunny patio garden. There's also a log burner & sofa bed, plus bathroom with electric shower. Upstairs are 2 cosy bedrooms (1 double & 1 single). Free parking for 2 cars

Berry Farm Cottage
Berry Farm Cottage nestles in a private area of the grounds of Berry Farm, which dates back to the 16th century. It is located in the charming Conservation Village of Walditch, within walking distance of Bridport. The Cottage itself has 2 bedrooms and two bathrooms with an open-plan living space and is set away from the main house in its own private grounds, with 1,200sqm (0.3acres) of orchard garden, as well as an outside patio with table and chairs, with country views.

A Charming Cottage, Just a Moment from the Beach
Right on the gateway of the best beach in the United Kingdom. This is an excellent place to get your Weymouth adventure underway. Sympathetically updated and located a moment from the beach and train station; it'll suit most visitors needs. We've tried to update the cottage in keeping with a turn of the century victorian home, yet keeping it stylish and up to date with all the mod-cons you would expect. We're located close-by, so we're on-hand to support your trip. Enjoy.

The Garden House Okeford Fitzpaine Dorset
The Garden House is a restored spacious 2 bedroom former 19th century Coach house, situated in the centre of an attractive rural village in the heart of the rolling North Dorset countryside. Okeford Fitzpaine, near Sturminster Newton is a picturesque, quiet and peaceful Dorset village with a shop /post office and a good local pub. A perfect destination for families, nature lovers, walkers, cyclists and anyone else wishing to escape to beautiful rural Dorset.
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Destinations to explore
- New Forest National Park
- Paultons Park Home of Peppa Pig World
- Stonehenge
- Weymouth Beach
- Boscombe Beach
- Bournemouth Beach
- Lyme Regis Beach
- Kimmeridge Bay
- The Tank Museum
- Highcliffe Beach
- Southbourne Beach
- Bath Abbey
- Crealy Theme Park & Resort
- No. 1 Royal Crescent
- Beer Beach
- Mudeford Sandbank
- Mudeford Quay
- West Bay Beach
- Man O'War Beach
- Charmouth Beach
- Carisbrooke Castle
- St Audrie's Bay
- Hurst Castle
- Tapnell Farm Park




