Cottage vacation rentals in Dorset

Thatched Cottage by Lulworth Cove & Durdle Door

A beautiful thatched chocolate box cottage on the breathtaking Dorset Jurassic Coast. A quintessential Lulworth Grade II listed property dating back to 1750, ideally situated within a very short walk of Lulworth Cove. Perfect for those looking for a rural retreat in one of the country's most appealing coastal villages. A fabulous spot for family holidays and breaks exploring the area by foot, paddle and bike, the cottage is also within easy reach of local towns and outstanding country pubs.

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.

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.

Cosy Cottage in Rural Hamlet on the Jurassic Coast

Quirky, Cozy Cottage. Perfect for a winter/summer break. Coal/Wood burner and a Super-King Size Bed. Located in Acton, A small tranquil hamlet, The cottage is surrounded by fields and located right on the South West Coast Path. Incorporating breath-taking views from all around. Everything is on your doorstep! Walkable is the Square and Compass, The Kings Arms in Langton, Dancing Ledge, Seacombe, Chapmans Pool, Dinosaur Footprints, The South West Coast Path, Swanage and Studland Beaches.

Cosy, quirky 2 bdrm ecolodge close to 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.

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.

Thatched cottage Dorset / Devon borders

Hydrangea Cottage is a charming, 1 bed, thatched cottage that sleeps two. It rests in the tranquil, unspoilt hamlet of Hewood and enjoys glorious views across countryside towards historic Forde Abbey. Dating back to the mid-1600s, it is quirky, very comfortable and abounds character. Complete with an inglenook fireplace and wood burner, four poster bed and roll top bath, it is the perfect ‘get away from it all’ cottage, ideally set on the Dorset, Devon and Somerset borders

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.

Happy Riverside Cottage by the Seaside, Lyme Regis

Lym Leat Cottage is a light and airy & spacious one bedroom cottage in the centre of Lyme Regis. This happy property sits alongside the babbling River Lym and is only a few minutes walk to the beach, artisan shops and high street bustle. This boutique property boasts a cosy fully equipped kitchen, sitting room, private entrance, hallway, bath & shower room, comfortable lounge and views of the River Lym. HD TV, Playstation 4 and superfast fibre optic broadband Wi-Fi.