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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.

Unique Cottage with Private garden
The Sexton's cottage was restored to a high standard, bringing the charm of the original cottage with that of modern day living. There is a light and airy living, dining & kitchen area upstairs, with a double bedroom and Shower room downstairs. The cottage has a large private south facing garden with a dining area under a pergola, along with a BBQ and a raised decking area ideal for your morning cup of tea or an evening drink. Sturminster Newton is well positioned to explore Dorset and Somerset.

Authentic, cosy, thatched cottage, mins from coast
Cosy Carters Cottage nestles in the peaceful Dorset hamlet of North Chideock, adjacent to 16th century Home Farm Cottage. A fab rambler's location, with EV charger, 40 mins walk from the Jurassic coastline, 3 thatched pubs, Spar shop, Felicity's Farm Shop, Hell's Lane smugglers hollow-way, Colmers Hill & Symondsbury Estate Cafe. 15 mins drive to Lyme Regis. The cottage is simply furnished - 2 bedrooms, (second at top of stairs) WC, kitchen & lounge. Guest parking with private, walled garden.

Honeysuckle Cottage: Lulworth Cove & Durdle Door
A beautifully restored 300-year-old thatched retreat in the heart of West Lulworth. Tucked among the historic thatched cottages Honeysuckle Cottage is a romantic one-bedroom retreat a short stroll from Lulworth Cove, Durdle Door and the Coast Path. Lovingly restored over two years with quality craftsmanship and carefully chosen finishes, the cottage blends historic character with modern comfort, offering a peaceful, luxurious base to explore the Jurassic Coast. Arrive, unpack, and slow down.

Romantic hillside hideaway with outstanding views
A unique and romantic hideaway, Quarryman's Cottage is dinner on the roof terrace watching the sunset over Lyme Bay & Charmouth, stargazing from the luxury freestanding bath, epic views from the double shower, reading under the old oak tree, BBQ's & firepits, leisurely walks to The Anchor at Seatown via Golden Cap or the coastal path, the sound of birdsong, the glimpse of a deer, curling up in front of the wood burner in winter. It is a tranquil & heavenly escape from the bustle of daily life.

Cottage Near Beach and 3 Pubs. South facing garden
Enjoy coastal walks straight from the door whilst staying in this stylish, cosy cottage. Lovely hill views from the garden with decked area and 3 excellent pubs all walkable from the cottage and just a 20 minute walk to the beach at Seatown. Buses every hour so you can walk one way and ride back. Spar shop with EV charging just down the road. Greenwich Cottage in Chideock is perfect for a restful break with all the mod-cons you expect with good wifi and smart TV. Cosy log-burner. Parking.

Stunning Barn conversion with heated swimming pool
Courage Cottage is a two bedroom detached barn conversion in a Georgian farmyard.The barn was converted in 2013 so has all modern conveniences including underfloor heating. It is very individual and situated in a quiet , rural setting. It has two bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms. The village of Martinstown has an excellent pub and shop. Dorchester is 2 miles away and has every facility including good rail connections in all directions.Swimming pool (shared ) open May 15th-Sept 15th

Cosy Cottage in Rural Hamlet on the Jurassic Coast
Cozy Purbeck cottage, designed for two. Nestled in Acton, a peaceful hamlet surrounded by National Trust countryside and the Jurassic Coast, it offers breathtaking views Step outside, everything is walkable! scenic walks along the South West Coast Path, local favourites like the Square and Compass and The King’s Arms in Langton, and natural gems including Dancing Ledge, Seacombe, and Chapman’s Pool. The sandy shores of Swanage and Studland beaches are also just a short distance away

Cosy ecolodge with free parking near town & beach
Asker Lodge is an eco-friendly lodge, seconds from the Old Railway Track for a lovely 2.4 mile stroll or cycle to the Jurassic Coast at West Bay. Or walk 15 mins in the opposite direction and you're in Bridport's bustling town centre Downstairs, there's an inviting open plan kitchen & living room opening onto a sunny patio garden. There's also a log burner & sofa bed, plus bathroom with electric shower. Upstairs are 2 cosy bedrooms (1 double & 1 single). Free parking for 2 cars

Whatley Cottage, Rural Retreat for couples & dogs
Whatley Cottage is perfectly situated for a peaceful, rural holiday for couples. Nestled deep in the rolling Dorset countryside, enjoy the peace of the beautiful, rural position, while still being only a short walk from the bustling town centre of Beaminster. Just a 20 minute drive will take you to Bridport and West Bay, the heart of the Jurassic Coast World Heritage site. Perfect for year round use with a large outdoor dining area and a log burner inside for the colder months.

Cottage by the Common, Corfe Castle
The Cottage is an open plan building next to the entrance to Corfe Common in a tranquil setting. Downstairs there is a King-size bed & upstairs there are 2 single beds . Sleeping areas are open plan but have thick curtains that can be drawn to create a private and cosy space. Downstairs has Wet-room with sink & separate toilet & sink New Kitchen WiFi Log burner and 2 free basket of logs South facing Patio Parking 2 cars 5 mins walk to Corfe Village Pets welcome.

Berry Farm Cottage
Berry Farm Cottage nestles in a private area of the grounds of Berry Farm, which dates back to the 16th century. It is located in the charming Conservation Village of Walditch, within walking distance of Bridport. The Cottage itself has 2 bedrooms and two bathrooms with an open-plan living space and is set away from the main house in its own private grounds, with 1,200sqm (0.3acres) of orchard garden, as well as an outside patio with table and chairs, with country views.
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