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

Artist’s Creative Hideaway & Sauna

Beautiful, inspiring, and peaceful, Arthouse is a place to escape. This converted art studio in West Dorset is close to Chesil Beach and the Jurassic Coast. It is surrounded by wildflowers and features contemporary art and sculptures by artists Rouwen and Reeve. The space is complemented by mid-century modern furnishings, high ceilings, and exposed beams. All doors open to a private patio and a naturalistic garden. The Sauna, located in the gravel garden looks out onto sculptures and plants.

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.

Luxurious Shepherd’s Hut with Hot Tub

Get back in touch with nature at this luxury Shepherd’s Hut nestled in a quiet hamlet. Enjoy the large hut’s interior amid thoughtful industrial style decor and modern finishes and embrace outdoor living in your own large outdoor space, surrounded by breathtaking views of the countryside. Relax in the large fire fuelled hot tub, lounge on the deck in front of the fire pit or grab a bean bag and find a quiet spot in your own private paddock. This place offers luxurious comfort indoors and out.

Magic Bus RV nr coastal Durdle door play garden

Escape to a beautiful vintage bus, set in the enchanting grounds of a 13th-century moated manor house. Fully equipped with kitchen, wood burner, solar power, and private shower & compost toilet nearby. Enjoy a private garden with fire pit, plus access to a huge shared garden, treehouse, trampoline & fire pit. Just 10 mins from the Jurassic Coast & 15 mins from Weymouth Beach. A perfect family getaway, and well-behaved pets are welcome! Also available: vintage horsebox, woodland hut & yurt.

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.

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.

Baba Yaga’s Boudoir

Welcome to Baba Yaga’s Boudoir! A beautiful little cabin-on-wheels tucked away at the bottom of a small farm focussed on sustainability and spiritual practise, hidden in a willow wood and overlooking a wild pond. Please note I've put in some extra measures in response to COVID-19 to help make sure my guests stay as safe as possible whilst effecting your stay as minimally as possible. These are detailed and sent out in a message when you book :)

Melbury Lodge, Dorset - hot tub, stunning views

Stylish and contemporary lodge, located in a peaceful position within the pretty Dorset village of Ansty. The beautifully presented lodge is light and spacious throughout with stunning views from the open plan living, dining, kitchen area. Doors open to large decked area for alfresco dining. A cosy wood burner is perfect for the cooler evenings and of course the real highlight is the luxurious hot tub to be enjoyed all year round!

Tree-Tops Treehouse Eco Retreat

Our enchanting tree house offers the ultimate winter escape. Elevated in the canopy and wrapped in woodland, it provides total privacy with sweeping views across the Piddle Valley. With the Dorset countryside on your doorstep, it’s designed for restorative seclusion, inviting you to ground yourself in peaceful surroundings, from slow mornings to deep relaxation in your wood-fired hot tub and cosy evenings that soothe body and mind.

Seaview from cosy army lorry near Lyme Regis

Cosy up for a winter break in a beautifully converted old army truck with stunning views of Lyme Bay. In the winter months you have the whole field to yourselves, so it’s perfect for a romantic getaway. There are beautiful walks in the woods up behind my holding and a lovely riverside walk to the beach, which is perfect now the holiday crowds have gone. The truck is well insulated and has a wood burning stove.