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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.

Authentic thatched cottage, mins from coast
Thatched Carters Cottage nestles in the peaceful Dorset hamlet of North Chideock, adjacent to 16th century Home Farm Cottage. A fabulous rambler's location, with EV charger, 40 mins walk from the Jurassic coastline, 3 thatched pubs, Spar shop, Felicity's Farm Shop, Hell's Lane fab hollow-way, Colmers Hill & Symondsbury Estate Cafe. 15 mins drive to Lyme Regis. The cosy Cottage is simply furnished - 2 bedrooms, bathroom, kitchen & TV lounge. Guest parking with private garden and bike storage.

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.

The Hidey Hole - Cottage in the heart of Wells
Tucked away in the very heart of the picturesque city of Wells, just moments from the High Street, Cathedral & Bishop's Palace. The Hidey Hole is a charming one bedroom cottage, accessed via a pretty central courtyard. Having recently been refurbished, this stylish cottage offers an eclectic mix, combining modern convenience, character features and quirky, yet sumptuous, décor. This hidden gem is ideally placed to enjoy all that Wells has to offer and makes the perfect place to relax & unwind.

Stylish Cottage Near Beach • Walk to 3 Great Pubs
Enjoy coastal walks straight from the door whilst staying in this stylish, cosy cottage. Lovely hill views from the garden with decked area and 3 excellent pubs all walkable from the cottage and just a 20 minute walk to the beach at Seatown. Buses every hour so you can walk one way and ride back. Spar shop with EV charging just down the road. Greenwich Cottage in Chideock is perfect for a restful break with all the mod-cons you expect with good wifi and smart TV. Cosy log-burner. Parking.

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.

The Old Stable central & OSP, 2 bed/2 ensuite
The Old Stable , situated in the centre of the historical village of Corfe Castle, Dorset overlooking the Castle Ruins with OSP Recently converted with original features, open plan lounge, Purbeck stone wall, wood flooring, leading to a bespoke hand painted Kitchen providing all mod cons & dining table Upstairs 2 bedrooms (1 small double & 1 twin room) 2 en-suites, A picturesque Idyllic location, perfect to rest & enjoy Tea rooms, Jurassic coastline, local beaches. & pubs

Cottage by the Common, Corfe Castle
The Cottage is an open plan building next to the entrance to Corfe Common in a tranquil setting. Downstairs there is a King-size bed & upstairs there are 2 single beds . Sleeping areas are open plan but have thick curtains that can be drawn to create a private and cosy space. Downstairs has Wet-room with sink & separate toilet & sink New Kitchen WiFi Log burner and 2 free basket of logs South facing Patio Parking 2 cars 5 mins walk to Corfe Village Pets welcome.

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 Parlour, Duntish Mill Farm, EV Charging
The Parlour is a 3 double bedroom cottage which is part of Duntish Mill Farm that has recently been lovingly renovated. There is open plan living with vaulted ceilings and a cosy log burner. French doors that lead onto a large private patio area. Located in an AONB of Dorset, we are surrounded by plenty of stunning countryside centrally located between the historic towns of Sherbourne and Dorchester, which is also only a short drive away from the Jurassic Coast.

Private use of Indoor Pool available May- end Sept
Self contained detached cottage in a tranquil location close to the famous 'Jurassic Coast' ; Durdle Door, Lulworth, Corfe Castle, Weymouth and Dorchester are all a short drive away. Further attractions close by are Monkey World, Bovington Tank Museum, and Sculpture by the lakes. There is a well stocked village shop and good village pub. Dorset has so much to offer, with beautiful coastline and breathtaking scenery. Relax in the pool at your leisure!
Popular amenities for cottage rentals in Dorchester
Cottage rentals with a hot tub

Peace and Tranquillity -Hot Tub- Dog Friendly

Cosy little country cottage with luxury hot tub

Stay in the AONB with Own Hot Tub, Dogs Welcome

‘Stag Cottage’ New Forest Romantic Hideaway

A Stunning Dorset Thatched Cottage - Dog friendly

Luxury New Forest Cottage, with hot tub & log fire

Detached and romantic cottage with hot tub.

‘The Nest’ A beautiful cottage in Devon
Pet-friendly cottage rentals

Whatley Cottage, Rural Retreat.

Violet Bay - Lovely 2 bedroom fisherman’s cottage

Grove Farm Cottage-historic Cottage near Sherborne

Romantic hillside hideaway with outstanding views

'Mill Street Cottage' -Explore Glorious Somerset

Stylish and Cosy 2 bedroom cottage with log burner

Greenlands Barn on the old River Tone navigation

1888 Portland stone cottage
Private cottage rentals

Berry Farm Cottage

Pigs' House - cosy, rural cottage in West Dorset

Selby House Self Catering Cottages- sleeps 2-6+

Coach House in the heart of the test valley

Strawberry Cottage

"The Stables" Spacious 2-bed Countryside Retreat

Large Thatched Grade 2 Cottage

Daisy Chains, Under Starling Flight Path
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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
- Bournemouth International Centre
- Kimmeridge Bay
- The Tank Museum
- Highcliffe Beach
- Southbourne Beach
- Bath Abbey
- Crealy Theme Park & Resort
- No. 1 Royal Crescent
- Beer Beach
- Mudeford Quay
- Mudeford Sandbank
- West Bay Beach
- Man O'War Beach
- Charmouth Beach
- St Audrie's Bay
- Carisbrooke Castle
- Hurst Castle




