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An Agglestone Rock on the beach at sunset at Studland Bay, Dorset
Sunset at Studland Bay | © National Trust Images / Jon Bish

For coast and countryside. Follow in the footsteps of Jurassic giants and ramble around the rolling hills.

Holiday cottages in Dorset

The exterior of The Bakehouse, Middlebere Farm, Purbeck, Dorset
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Holiday cottages in Dorset 

Exploring Dorset’s 185 million years of history may take some time. For unique holidays in Dorset, we’ve got cottages close to the Jurassic Coast so you can discover the fossils, beaches, cliffs and arches that make this area of the UK so special.

The exterior of Chesil Cottage, Dorset
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Dorset coastal cottages 

Whether you prefer the golden sandy sea views of Studland, or fossil hunting on Bossington’s pebbled beach, holidays in Dorset have never been more special next to the beautiful coast.

A visitor and his pet dog play in the shallow water on the beach at Studland Bay, Dorset
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Dog-friendly cottages in Dorset 

Pup may not appreciate the careful restoration of our historic cottages in Dorset, but he’ll love a snuggle by the fire, endless walks from the doorstep and dog-friendly beaches close-by.

The entrance at Portland House, Weymouth, Dorset
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Large holiday cottages in Dorset 

Holidays in Dorset are made even more fun with family and friends. Entice your group with these quirky, large cottages close to the coast, with wonderful places that have room for everyone.

South Shore Lodge, Brownsea Island
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Bothies and bunkhouses in Dorset 

You can really get stuck into walking when you stay at our bothies and bunkhouses. Great trails with breathtaking views can be easily reached from South Shore Lodge.

A peacock at Brownsea Island Campsite, Dorset

Camping on Brownsea Island 

Spend a night under the stars at our Dorset campsite on wildlife haven, Brownsea Island.

The area surrounding Weston Farm Campsite, Dorset

Camping on the Isle of Purbeck 

Escape to wildlife-rich countryside with sea views at Weston Farm Campsite.

The area surrounding Weston Farm Campsite, Dorset

Motorhome stays on the Isle of Purbeck 

Park up with a sea view at Weston Farm Motorhome Site, just a five-minute walk from the coastal path.

Walkers on the South West coast path to Old Harry, Studland Bay, Dorset
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Walking holidays in Dorset 

Walk through millions of years of history, on a coast where dinosaurs once roamed.

The sun terrace at Portland House, Weymouth, Dorset

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