Family-friendly holiday rentals in West Dorset District

Glamping family playground dog woodburner nr beach

Beautiful vintage horsebox with rustic charm! Fully equipped with cooking facilities, tea, coffee, a cozy wood burner, and solar power. Nestled in the magical grounds of a 13th-century manor Enjoy a private gas-heated shower, compost toilet, and water point. Relax in your own seating area with a fire pit, or explore the huge shared garden with a treehouse, trampoline, and communal fire pit. Just 10 mins from the breathtaking Jurassic Coast, perfect for family adventures! Pets welcome. Sleeps 4.

the pod@springwater

The Pod at Springwater is a unique, handcrafted property set up amongst the trees. It has two bedrooms: one double, with a large window and a view into the trees and the smaller, twin room, with offset bunk beds. The living room has a smart tv. There's also a well equipped bathroom with a great shower. Downstairs is accessed through a trapdoor in the floor to the kitchen or the fun way via the tube slide. Double doors open onto the backyard, which has an outdoor fireplace, pizza oven and bbq.

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.

'Tanglewood' Safari Tent the perfect rural retreat

Tanglewood is a stunning Safari Tent situated in a private setting adjacent to an old wood The tent is very comfortable, an ideal retreat away from every day pressures, your only neighbours will be the local wildlife, if you are looking for peace and quiet this is perfect The tent is fully equipped to make your stay as enjoyable as possible. Cooking by BBQ or gas hob & oven. Gas heater & hot water bottles for chilly nights Inside WC & hand basin Outside gas shower NO ELECTRIC Dogs welcome

“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.

The Cider House. Rural Bolthole near Bridport Jurassic Coast

A rural bolthole in a converted barn - comfort and style with just a nod to luxury. Part of a small cluster of outbuildings behind our home, surrounded by 14 acres of fields. Designed for year round use with lovely outside spaces for summer and a cosy interior and wood-burning stove for colder months. Totally self-contained, secluded, and away from the coastal crowds, but just 10 mins Bridport & beach. Attention to every detail to give you everything you want, but nothing you don't need.

The Annexe self contained guest house S. Petherton

We offer a recently built, self contained detached annexe in a quiet, rural cul de sac in the heart of south Somerset. Perfectly suited for one, the property includes kitchen, shower room + wc and bedroom with sat tv. The village of South Petherton has excellent amenities offering a host of shops together with two restaurants and a welcoming local pub. We also have good transport links (A303) to Yeovil, Taunton, Bristol etc and are only a 30 minute drive from the delightful Jurassic Coast.

Cosy & Spacious Shepherd's Hut with Stunning Views

Our shepherd's hut is thickly insulated to stay cool all summer, with a fridge to keep your beers cold. Outside, a generous deck and seating area is made for bright mornings and long evenings. Gather round the fire bowl as the sun goes down to watch the stars emerge over truly dark skies. Solar-powered lighting and mains sockets, double and single bed, a fully equipped kitchen, hot water washing up just outside the door — all a ten minute stroll away from The George, an award-winning pub.

Modern & spacious house in the countryside.

The Pavilion is a modern, purpose built holiday house in the quiet Somerset village of Yarlington. It has all the conveniences: Wood burning stove, underfloor heating, Washer & tumble dryer, Iron & ironing board, fast fibre optic broadband and a charging station for an electric or plug in hybrid car, but sadly the mobile phone signal is very poor. The house is next to the pub and a stones throw from the church. The Newt and Hauser Wirth Gallery in Bruton are within a 15 minute drive.

No Snakes on this Plane!

Tired of economy class? Charter a stay in a first class fuselage with wood fired hot tub situated in tranquil woodland. Welcome onboard your own private aircraft, step inside to the sleek contemporary interior of first class. Outside, unwind in seclusion in private woodland, a short walk away from the West Somerset Railway and the AONB of the Quantock Hills. An ideal getaway for two in first class, for families there is a bunk bed in the living room area. Dogs at additional cost.

The Field Shelter

The Field Shelter is a cosy wooden pod for up to 4 guests, set on a working farm in Broadoak. Stylish and compact, it’s perfect for couples or small families. Enjoy walks from the doorstep across the beautiful Marshwood Vale, or take a short drive to the Jurassic Coast. Outside, relax under the oak tree in your private garden with a grassy area and deck — ideal for morning coffee or stargazing. A peaceful rural escape with nature all around.

Kingfisher Countryside Bell Tent

Enjoy the lovely setting of this romantic spot in nature. On a family run farm, have a peaceful and relaxing stay in the Dorset countryside. Our pop-up site for the summer. You will have your own private toilet, shower, and washing facilities. There is also a scenic pond available for fishing You will be in a field shared with 1 fellow bell tent Small shared swing set in field Check in 2pm and check out 10am.