Cottage holiday rentals in Dorchester

Debbie’s place is a little piece of paradise, the setting is stunning, the gardens are fantastic and the cottage is warm and cosy whilst also being spacious and really well laid out. We had everything we needed and immediately felt at home. The open plan kitchen into the cosy living room left us all feeling connected, utility space was really useful, conservatory with stunning views allowed us to dine together and relax during the day. Outside area is also stunning for meals on the patio and bbq’s and the hot tub was great to relax in on an evening looking at the stars in peace and tranquility.. there’s a slight walk up to the property across a field but once you’re in the cottage and its gardens it’s worth every step. Great for the dogs too. Loads to do in the area, our highlight was Lyme Regis beach.. many thanks to Debbie and everyone who made us feel so welcome. We would go back to Debbie’s place in a heartbeat!

What a wonderful and truly beautiful home. Was a pleasure to stay in this serene countryside hotspot with a tree house, playground, incredible private lake and surrounding natural beauty. Very special. Can’t recommend enough!

We had such a lovely stay at the Potting Shed. The location was beautiful- so peaceful and picturesque. The Airbnb was cosy and the bed was extremely comfy. We were there in 30 degree heat but it was lovely and cool inside. Would highly recommend and would love to come back one day and stay again!

This was our second stay at The Old Piggery, and again we absolutely loved it. It’s such a beautiful location. Grant is really helpful.

We thoroughly enjoyed our long weekend stay at Ruth's stunning cottage. Ruth was a fantastic host, always on hand to answer my many questions (sorry Ruth😅) to walking in to find a lovely hamper. She also had mapped out some walk trails and supplied books / leaflets for local amenities. Cannot fault anything! We loved the hot tub and such a lovely enclosed garden so our dog was free to run around at his own leisure. It felt like a home away from home as we were able to use Ruth's BBQ too! Thanks for having us Ruth!

Best place I being to. What a view. Very peaceful and beautiful place. ❤️

Wonderful little cottage, where get to see horses and donkeys everyday. We loved staying here and are already looking to book again in the autumn. Joyce & David are lovely and we’re happy to show us around the farm and tell us all about the animal, thank you so much.

Had a wonderful two days at The Bothy. Such a beautiful spot and the cottage I think looks even better in real life - and it looks pretty wonderful in the photos! We felt right at home straight away- Chrissy had left some welcome staples which was appreciated and there is everything you need for a truly lovely stay. We made use of the hot tub which was fab and it’s in a very peaceful but convenient location to explore the New Forest. Come - we hope to go back soon.

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The house was beautifully decorated and in a great location. We appreciated the parking location as Weymouth has a lot of parking restrictions. Everything we could possibly need was provided. My usual bag of kitchen supplies was brought back home unused! A lot of thought has gone into this house. if we visit weymouth again we would definitely stay here without hesitation. Thankyou Mark & Sylvie

Seafield Cottage is perfectly located with easy access to Lulworth Cove and a number of hiking trails, including Durdle Door and the trails along the cove. Absolutely stunning views. Lovely pubs close by and the salt sauna (which you need to book early if hire going to get a good time!). The cottage was super well equipped, comfortable and clean beds and rooms at a very good standard. The master room at the top of the 3 floors was gorgeous with an ensuite. The bunk bed room is great for kids, less so for overflow adults so really it’s a 2 x double bed property sleeping 4 adults + 2 bunk beds (4 in total) for kids. Emma was super responsive to any questions and gave comprehensive instructions and recommendations for the local area. I’d definitely come back and would recommend.

Had a wonderful solo stay with my dog at Dawn’s place. The cottage was cozy, quiet, and perfect for unwinding. Great local walks right from the door, a friendly dog-welcoming pub nearby, and a real sense of peace. Felt safe and relaxed the whole time —would absolutely return. Thanks for having us Dawn!

We had a brilliant stay at the Pink House! The house itself was beautifully decorated and was warm and inviting - we felt really at home here. Deborah was very friendly and responsive in her communication and sent us lots of local recommendations of things to do and places to visit. The garden was really private and we loved the built in BBQ and home-grown tomatoes and cucumbers, and the welcome basket that we're waiting for us when we arrived. The Pink House is in a great location with walks right from the front door and only 15-30 mins drive to the various beaches. We had a wonderful stay and wished we booked for longer - we'll definitely be back again!

We felt immediately comfortable and were very impressed by what was provided and the standard of furnishing and fixtures. Julie had gone the extra mile in what she provided. There was a wealth of information both about how things worked and possible attractions in the vicinity. Since ours was a visit for a family occasion we didn't have time to sample many other places around but would do so in future. Though not a problem for us, it might be noted for future visitors that the bathroom is downstairs and the second bedroom accessible using a rather slack rope hand 'rail'. This posed us no problems at all and added to the charm. Altogether a very enjoyable and relaxing stay.

We had a lovely relaxing stay. The cottage was very pretty and had lots of character and charm- it felt homely too- we loved that it was dog friendly. The local countryside and coast was stunning and easily accessible from the cottage. The hosts were very responsive and friendly-would recommend!!

We had a lovely stay at the cottage, the cottage was perfect base for the two of us and our dog Vinnie. The setting was a surprise even more beautiful than I thought right on the river with a short walk into Wareham - the Wareham seal even made an appearance for us. All in all a fantastic stay lovely memories made at lulworth cover, durdle door, Arne rspb and the blue pool all in a very short distance - the perfect base. Honestly cannot recommend enough

Thanks for a great stay. The welcome goodies were a very nice touch. The house was surprisingly spacious and very comfortable. It is only 5 mins from the coast which was great.

very nice and cosy accomodation, in the middle of nowhere (what we wanted). well equipped. very relaxed stay.

Beautifully restored home in the most extraordinary location - opposite the Church, and with the remains of the ancient Abbey just down the road. Everything in the house is the finest quality - even the hairdryers are GHD! You’ll be very comfortable. Pollyanna was a perfect host. Three characterful pubs in this small, quaint town, and just a 15 minute drive to Dorchester (go to the Curiosity Centre!). Would very happily stay again.

There are not enough words to do this property and Ava justice . It is truly stunning from its location to the laundered bedsheets , super equipped kitchen and so much more . We were made to feel so welcome . Ava and Chris really do go above and beyond . Our son Archie loved it and was encouraged by Ava to explore and see the cows . He really didn’t want to leave . Honestly we all wanted to stay . If you stay here , you will not be disappointed. We are looking for an excuse to come back

My Granddaughter (13) and I had a lovely short stay at this beautiful and unique barn. It was very comfortable and clean, it was a mini home from home with everything you think you might need, already there. Helen greeted us on our arrival and checked all was okay by text the next day, she had left us a selection of breakfast items and tasty scones, we felt very spoilt. From the Barns location we explored the area such as Cheddar and Western-super-mare and on route we had a great day at Longleat safari. The Barn is in a pretty peaceful village and it was lovely to be able to sit in the beautiful garden and relax with a drink after a busy day exploring. Highly recommend a stay here and which I could have stayed longer.

This was our second stay at Rob & Maggie's beautiful cottage in the tranquil village of Mells. They are great hosts, and it was a pleasure to return here for another relaxing stay in such a peaceful and beautiful location.

Kilnside was a wonderful stay — beautifully clean, well appointed, and very peaceful. We especially loved the excellent shower, fully equipped kitchen, and lovely outdoor space. Ange is a wonderful host with great communication. Already looking forward to returning!

Gorgeous location, Jo & Gemma were exceptional hosts. All the small touches were so lovely, breakfast options, pizza oven, BBQ and abundance of local recommendations for walks and restaurants. They ensured we had everything we needed for a relaxing few days. Thank you!

This was a multi generation family holiday at half term. It was priced as you would expect for school holidays. The location is fantastic and the views are amazing. Chesil Beach is a couple of minutes walk down the road. It is hilly but easily accessible for people with no mobility problems. It was home from home with everything you needed for a very comfortable stay whether you cooked some meals there or accessed the local cafe or pubs. The parking was clearly explained and although we never managed to park immediately by the cottage we weren’t more than a few minutes walk away. We were able to offload the luggage and had a supermarket delivery without any issues. Clare gave us some lovely recommendations for things to do and where to go for meals with children. All in all a fabulous place to spend some time in a lovely location which was a pleasure to experience.