Family-friendly holiday rentals in Dorset

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.

Woodpecker cabin secluded in lovely Dorset forest

Cabin located in a secluded woods in Dorset, en-suite bathroom and shower. The cabin has underfloor heating and a TV with Netflix it has a fully fitted kitchen with fridge freezer hob and oven. The cabin is under two oaks and is very picturesque and is completely on its own. It is located in an area of outstanding natural beauty, with access to a great range of footpaths and pub a short walk away.There are a herd of friendly local deer on site that you can be introduced too, we do not allow dogs

West Dorset cider barn with far reaching views

The grade two listed cider barn, with its own pretty terrace, has double french doors which flood the open plan living area with morning light. It is a five minute drive from the Jurassic coast with beautiful beaches and opportunities for fossil hunting . The barn has far reaching views spanning across the Marshwood Vale. This stylish and extremely comfortable new conversion is set in 11 acres of wildlife rich meadows land . It is an ideal base for exploring this beautiful part of West Dorset.

Woodland Retreat Log Cabin nr Durdle Door Weymouth

Come stay in our secluded woodland glade in your own log cabin! Bring your own bed linen. Snuggle by the outdoor fire pit. Enjoy the views across picturesque dorset countryside. Super cosy and surrounded by nature! Only 10 minutes drive to the World Heritage Jurrasic coast, Dorset's famous beaches Durdle Door and Lulworth Cove. Parking 50 metres away with compost toilet and basic outside off grid shower. Check out our Magic, Bus, Yummy Yurt, and Homely Horsebox for more luxurious accommodation.

Log Cabin/Hot Tub on Private Lake Jurassic Coast

This very charming, cosy and rustic log cabin is located on a private lake on the outskirts of a quiet family farm in North Chideock, just 5 minutes drive from the Jurassic Coast. The tranquil surroundings make this place the perfect romantic getaway for couples and an amazing place to spend a holiday as a family. Various wildlife and lifestock are frequent visitors of the cabin including our resident heron. Enjoy a drink on the sun deck and watch the sunset over the fields from the hot tub.

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.

Cosy off grid Hut in Woodland with breakfast

The Shepherds hut is situated in its own woodland and is off grid. You will be able to take in the beautiful night sky and fall asleep to the tranquil sound of the stream trickling by and our owls twit twooing after a day of walking the coast line and visiting the RSPB at Arne . It has its own small log/coal burner to make it nice and cosy and there is a lovely comfy double bed to relax on. You will also hear the night time noises of our woodland friends -the foxes barking and the deer rutting

“Rex the Bus” Quirky and fun bus conversion.

"Rex the Bus" is unique, fun and just a little bit quirky. This double decker bus has been converted to the highest standard and connected to mains electricity, water and drainage. Enjoy panoramic views of the countryside from the windows, watch the sunrise from your double bed or cabin bunk bed. Heating and a wood-burner will keep you warm and snug, whilst the kitchen area provides plenty of space to cook up a delicious meal. There is a shower downstairs and a loo and basin upstairs.

Clover Carriage with pool, sauna and outdoor bath

Nestled into our working farm, this lovingly restored railway carriage is the perfect spot for a romantic stay away. The views are out of this world and all viewable from the large glass doors so you can stay tucked up in bed or on the sofa in front of the fire, with great wifi, free access to our beautiful heate pool & sauna (located in the pool house), beautiful walks both from the carriage or a short drive to the coast path, pub lunches, sunsets, fairy lights and a romantic outdoor bath

shepherds hut /Goat Glamping private hot tub

A stay you won’t forget, the goat glamping experience, while staying in a luxury fully fitted shepherds hut in the peaceful surroundings of this rustic Somerset smallholding. On arrival you will find a welcome hamper with essentials. Enjoy playing with the very friendly Pygmy goats and daily visits from the ducks on your doorstep. The perfect cozy getaway. Special occasion packages available on request. One kingsize bed and 2 child beds ( fold out, Bedding not supplied for these )

Shepherd's Hut, with stunning views and hot tub

Our cosy shepherd’s hut, Catkins, offers breathtaking views across West Dorset – the perfect escape in any season. Unwind in the wood-fired hot tub, light the fire pit under the stars, or snuggle by the wood burner. Wake to panoramic views from your bed, enjoy a well-equipped kitchen and bathroom, and make use of board games and books. Within walking distance of a pub and with easy access to footpaths, it’s an ideal base for exploring and relaxing.

Apartment with panoramic sea views

We are situated 600 yards, through the nature reserve, from the beach and at the top of the hill with panoramic views over Weymouth bay, beach and nature reserve. 3 miles from the town With loads of parking available outside .You’ll love my place because of the location, the views. good for couples, solo adventurers, business travellers and small, well behaved dogs.