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    Exceptional, lovingly restored cottage in Wiltshire's beautiful Chalke Valley. (Ref. 988982)

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    Utterly charming chocolate box thatched cottage. (Ref. 988922)

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    Quay Cottage is an opulent, three-storey property resting in the seaside town of Poole, Dorset. (Ref. 1136862)

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    7 nights from £867

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    A well-positioned, ground-floor apartment resting in Swanage, Dorset. (Ref. 1120129)

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    Just a 3-minute walk to the old harbour, town bridge and beach beyond this fully modernised mid terrace cottage includes three beds, three bathrooms and two off-road parking spaces.. (Ref. 1099795)

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    One @ No36 is a delightful duplex apartment with the beach on your doorstep, with the convenience of off-road parking, in Weymouth, Dorset. (Ref. 1162201)

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    Bright contemporary property perfect groups of guests in the Isle of Portland. (Ref. 994754)

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    A beautifully presented property resting in the pretty village of Burton Bradstock. (Ref. 1069147)

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    Leys at Valley View Farm is a high specification luxury barn conversion. (Ref. 994328)

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    Plain Sailing, a gorgeous holiday home located in the heart of the marvellous seaside town of Weymouth, Dorset. (Ref. 1153879)

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A Dorset holiday cottage is the perfect base for exploring the South West of England and the spectacular Jurassic Coast. Imagine miles of awe-inspiring coastline, secluded beaches and rolling countryside waiting to be explored. 

Why Holiday Cottages in Dorset?

A self-catering stay in Dorset offers a wonderful holiday where you can create long-lasting memories with loved ones.

Spend a day exploring the idyllic countryside within the Dorset AONB, where you’ll find the grand Minterne House and Gardens and the National Trust – Cerne Giant. Or head to the coast, where you can explore the World Heritage site of the Jurassic Coast and relax on golden beaches.

If you’re itching to explore, your Dorset self-catering accommodation is ideally located for exploring all the wonderful surrounding market towns and villages. As well as for getting involved in the variety of family-friendly attractions, which include Monkey World and Farmer Palmers Farm Park.

Places to Visit from your Dorset Cottage

You’ll be spoilt for choice for where to visit first from your Dorset self-catering accommodation!

If you’re craving the sights and sounds of a traditional seaside break, head to Bournemouth, where you can spend the day exploring the pier, enjoy the amusements, or relax on the sandy beach.

Continue your journey along the coast where you can enjoy further seaside delights in BridportLyme Regis, and Weymouth. Of course, no self-catering stay in Dorset would be complete without visiting the world-famous locations of Durdle Door and Lulworth Cove.

Alternatively, head inland and explore some of Dorset’s finest market towns of Blandford ForumDorchesterShaftesbury and Sherborne. Or delve into history in the bustling town of Dorchester, where you can explore the former home of Thomas Hardy at Max Gate, visit the Dorset Museum & Art Gallery, and wander along the Thomas Hardy Trail.

All before returning to enjoy a relaxing evening in your Dorset self-catering accommodation.

Types of Dorset Holiday Cottages

Bring the whole family along to enjoy a self-catering stay in Dorset with this range of large cottages. Or why not book a stay with a difference with this choice of thatched cottagesunique holiday cottages, shepherd's huts, farm stays and unusual places to stay in Dorset.

If you’d like your Dorset self-catering accommodation to have that extra special something, check out these cottages with an open firecottages with a swimming pool, and cottages with a hot tub.

Surprise that special someone with a relaxing self-catering stay in Dorset at one of these luxury cottages or romantic cottages.

If you're not sure where abouts in the county you'd like to stay, why not check out this collection of North Dorset cottages for plenty of inspiration?

Browse our collection of holiday homes in Dorset or contact Dream Cottages to book with our knowledgeable travel experts.