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The spacious holiday home features 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a patio with garden views. Guests can take in the ambience of the surroundings from an outdoor dining area or keep themselves warm by the fireplace on colder days. This holiday home is allergy-free and non-smoking.

No breakfast provided. As per booking. Really quiet, easy access to towns etc

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9.1
Superb
107 reviews

The holiday home is composed of 1 separate bedroom, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen, and 1 bathroom.

Athelhampton House is 36 km from the holiday home, while Portland Castle is 47 km away. The nearest airport is Exeter International Airport, 64 km from The Old Milking Parlour at Knapp Farm.

Beautiful little cottage, in such a quiet and wonderful countryside, located in a farm where you wake up seeing peacocks strolling around in front of your windows. Short stay for us ( one night) but really lovely.

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9
Superb
55 reviews
Price from
£108
per night

The holiday home with a terrace and garden views features 2 bedrooms, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower. Towels and bed linen are provided in the holiday home. This holiday home is allergy-free and non-smoking.

The owners have really made an effort to make the cottage as cosy and welcoming as possible. They are on site and available without being intrusive. Everything was quality and tasteful - excellent night's sleep. We were snug even in a cold, wet March (lots of details like warm throws) without using the wood burning stove; it would have been very toasty warm if we had. Gardens are beautifully kept with flowers, trees and wildlife to admire from the kitchen window. Thoughtful touches like bread, milk and butter when we arrived.

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10
Exceptional
6 reviews
Price from
£424.37
per night

Blueberry Cottage, a property with a garden, is located in Dorchester, 40 km from Golden Cap, 44 km from Corfe Castle, as well as 45 km from Poole Harbour. Located around 17 km from Athelhampton House, the holiday home is also 19 km away from Sherborne Old Castle. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Monkey World is 29 km away.

A very clean and spacious cottage, a few minutes walk from the centre of Cerne Abbas. comfortable beds and the kitchen had all the things you needed to cook … the welcome pack was amazing and very generous … we would definitely stay again

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9.5
Exceptional
8 reviews
Price from
£319.70
per night

The holiday home is composed of 1 bedroom, a fully equipped kitchen, and 1 bathroom. Towels and bed linen are featured in the holiday home.

Bournemouth International Centre is 46 km from the holiday home, while Sandbanks is 46 km away. The nearest airport is Bournemouth Airport, 46 km from Southgate Coach House.

The location was perfect - an easy walk from the station, and great access to shops and town centre. Parking on-site was a bonus.

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9.8
Exceptional
5 reviews
Price from
£241.07
per night

The spacious holiday home has 3 bedrooms, a TV, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms with a walk-in shower. There is also a seating area and a fireplace.

Great location close to local amenities. Lovely size cottage, well equipped and handy to have three toilets. Good to have enclosed garden for the dog. Would definitely recommend

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9.4
Superb
9 reviews
Price from
£273.70
per night

The holiday home is composed of 2 separate bedrooms, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven, and 2 bathrooms. Towels and bed linen are featured in the holiday home.

Athelhampton House is 18 km from the holiday home, while Portland Castle is 29 km away. The nearest airport is Bournemouth Airport, 54 km from The Elbow.

Location perfect for our needs, the house is very well appointed and extremely comfortable. Close to Dorchester and the coast, an ideal place to stay for walking and exploring.

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9.3
Superb
7 reviews
Price from
£217.86
per night

Keets at Middle Acre, a property with a garden, is located in Dorchester, 42 km from Golden Cap, 45 km from Bournemouth International Centre, as well as 18 km from Portland Castle. With free private parking, the property is 17 km from Monkey World and 30 km from Corfe Castle. The property is non-smoking and is set 39 km from Poole Harbour.

The holiday home includes 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hot tub, a seating area, and a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge. The accommodation offers a fireplace.

The environment, the location, the hosts. All excellent. Could not recommend more!

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9.7
Exceptional
7 reviews
Price from
£247.25
per night

The holiday home comes with 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with garden views. The unit is soundproofed and includes a parquet floors as well as a fireplace. This holiday home is allergy-free and non-smoking.

Comfortable, every amenity and location perfect. Bev a welcoming and friendly host

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9.6
Exceptional
37 reviews
Price from
£123.33
per night

The spacious holiday home with a terrace and garden views features 2 bedrooms, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower. Towels and bed linen are provided in the holiday home. There is also a seating area and a fireplace.

This was our 2nd stay at this great property. The location is stunning looking out onto picturesque hills, it is also very quiet with absolutely no traffic noise at all. The property shared garden and games room are both large and in pristine condition. The host Nicola is really lovely and welcoming, we will definitely be going back there again.

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9.2
Superb
5 reviews

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Great for families or large parties, holiday homes are privately owned accommodation, available for long or short-term rental. These homes are furnished and equipped with kitchen facilities for self-catering, although breakfast may be offered as an add-on. These properties have their own independent front door, which makes them different to apartments.
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  • Honeysuckle Cottage
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 107 reviews

    Honeysuckle Cottage, a property with a garden, is situated in Dorchester, 6.9 km from Monkey World, 22 km from Corfe Castle, as well as 32 km from Poole Harbour.

    Lovely cottage in a great location, comfortable beds

  • Carnotze
    Breakfast options
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 7 reviews

    Located in Dorchester in the Dorset region and Monkey World reachable within 13 km, Carnotze provides accommodation with free WiFi, barbecue facilities, a garden and free private parking.

  • The Old Milking Parlour at Knapp Farm
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 55 reviews

    Located in Dorchester in the Dorset region, The Old Milking Parlour at Knapp Farm provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

    The property was beautiful, clean and well maintained

  • Gamekeeper's Cottage
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 6 reviews

    Located in Dorchester, in a historic building, 30 km from Monkey World, Gamekeeper's Cottage is a holiday home with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and garden.

    This accommodation is amazing. Fantastic hosts, a really beautiful location with a wonderful local pub. Great for couples or a family. Would 100% recommend and return. Thank you

  • Blueberry Cottage
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 8 reviews

    Blueberry Cottage, a property with a garden, is located in Dorchester, 40 km from Golden Cap, 44 km from Corfe Castle, as well as 45 km from Poole Harbour.

    Very comfortable beds, clean and tidy, everything good quality (towels, hand soap, wonderful welcome tray of goodies) excellent facilities for a family stay.

  • Southgate Coach House
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 5 reviews

    Set in Dorchester in the Dorset region, Southgate Coach House offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

    Excellent location, easy access to town centre. Off street parking.

  • Kerridge
    Breakfast options
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 9 reviews

    Set 39 km from Golden Cap, 44 km from Corfe Castle and 45 km from Poole Harbour, Kerridge offers accommodation located in Dorchester.

  • The Elbow
    Breakfast options
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 7 reviews

    Located in Dorchester in the Dorset region, The Elbow provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

    Period thatched cottage, lovely setting, excellent facilities.

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  • Keets at Middle Acre
    Budget options available
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 7 reviews

    Keets at Middle Acre, a property with a garden, is located in Dorchester, 42 km from Golden Cap, 45 km from Bournemouth International Centre, as well as 18 km from Portland Castle.

    The environment, the location, the hosts. All excellent. Could not recommend more!

  • Tolpuddle Hideaway, Tolpuddle, Dorset
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 37 reviews

    Offering a garden and inner courtyard view, Tolpuddle Hideaway, Tolpuddle, Dorset is located in Dorchester, 10 km from Monkey World and 25 km from Corfe Castle.

    quiet, clean, good base for touring, friendly welcome

  • Wagon House, Bookham Court
    Budget options available
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 5 reviews

    Wagon House, Bookham Court, a property with a garden and barbecue facilities, is situated in Dorchester, 44 km from Corfe Castle, 45 km from Poole Harbour, as well as 46 km from Golden Cap.

  • Greenwood Grange
    Budget options available
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 96 reviews

    Set in Dorchester, in a historic building, 14 km from Monkey World, Greenwood Grange is a holiday home with a garden and barbecue facilities.

    Everything was good and the staff were exceptional.

  • Woodlander
    Budget options available
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 7 reviews

    Woodlander, a property with a garden, is located in Dorchester, 33 km from Golden Cap, 40 km from Poole Harbour, as well as 45 km from Sandbanks.

    Perfect location for us. Cozy little home from home. Well equipped and very comfortable. Well appointed and spotlessly clean. Very quiet neighbourhood.

  • Piddle Puddle Cabin
    Budget options available
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 29 reviews

    A recently renovated holiday home set in Dorchester, Piddle Puddle Cabin features a garden. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking and free WiFi.

    Clean and nice cabin with a lovely decking area to eat and chill on.

  • 2 Bathsheba Terrace
    Budget options available
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 10 reviews

    Set in Dorchester in the Dorset region and Monkey World reachable within 17 km, 2 Bathsheba Terrace offers accommodation with free WiFi, barbecue facilities, a garden and free private parking.

    The area was a perfect location, the house was confortable. The facilities were of good standard. Would stay there again.

  • Bell Cottage
    Budget options available
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 18 reviews

    Located 30 km from Golden Cap, 38 km from Corfe Castle and 39 km from Poole Harbour, Bell Cottage provides accommodation set in Dorchester.

    Clean bright and right in the town centre. Well appointed and comfortable.

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  • Glyde House
    Central location
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Glyde House, a property with a garden, is set in Dorchester, 22 km from Monkey World, 31 km from Golden Cap, as well as 37 km from Corfe Castle.

  • The Town House
    Central location
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Located in Dorchester in the Dorset region, The Town House provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

  • Mollys Cottage
    Central location
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 2 reviews

    Mollys Cottage is set in Dorchester, 30 km from Golden Cap, 39 km from Corfe Castle, as well as 40 km from Poole Harbour.

  • Sunny Croft
    Central location
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 2 reviews

    Boasting a hot tub, Sunny Croft is situated in Dorchester. The property is located 29 km from Corfe Castle, 36 km from Golden Cap and 37 km from Poole Harbour.

  • Hebe
    Central location
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Situated 27 km from Golden Cap, Hebe features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

  • The Transmitter Bunker
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Situated 18 km from Monkey World, The Transmitter Bunker features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

  • Lodge 9 Creek Caravan Park Ringstead dog friendly
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 2 reviews

    Lodge 9 Creek Caravan Park Ringstead dog friendly is set in Dorchester, 18 km from Monkey World, 30 km from Corfe Castle, as well as 40 km from Poole Harbour.

  • THE BRACE, 2 Luxury Properties next to each other, 2 Hot Tubs, up to 10 guests
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 2 reviews

    Boasting garden views, THE BRACE, 2 Luxury Properties next to each other, 2 Hot Tubs, up to 10 guests features accommodation with a garden and a patio, around 17 km from Golden Cap.

  • Middle Farm Annex
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 4 reviews

    Middle Farm Annex, a property with a garden, is located in Dorchester, 33 km from Monkey World, 48 km from Corfe Castle, as well as 23 km from Portland Castle.

    Sehr ruhige Lage, hochwertige Ausstattung, viel Platz.

  • The Old Rectory Lodge
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Located in Dorchester in the Dorset region, The Old Rectory Lodge provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

  • Greygles
    Central location
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Located in Dorchester in the Dorset region and Monkey World reachable within 21 km, Greygles provides accommodation with free WiFi, barbecue facilities, a garden and free private parking.

  • Poacher's Cottage
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Located in Dorchester, in a historic building, 30 km from Monkey World, Poacher's Cottage is a holiday home with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and garden.

  • Gardener's Cottage
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 2 reviews

    Located in Dorchester, in a historic building, 30 km from Monkey World, Gardener's Cottage is a holiday home with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and garden.

  • Great Coombe, Bookham Court
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 4 reviews

    Boasting a garden, terrace and views of garden, Great Coombe, Bookham Court is situated in Dorchester, 30 km from Monkey World.

  • Woodcutter's Cottage
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 3 reviews

    Located in Dorchester, in a historic building, 30 km from Monkey World, Woodcutter's Cottage is a holiday home with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and garden.

  • The Old School House
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 4 reviews

    Set 38 km from Corfe Castle, 39 km from Poole Harbour and 40 km from Golden Cap, The Old School House provides accommodation situated in Dorchester.

  • Stable Cottage
    Central location
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 2 reviews

    Set 29 km from Golden Cap, Stable Cottage offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

  • Creaky Cottage
    Central location
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1 review

    Creaky Cottage is situated in Dorchester, 19 km from Monkey World, 34 km from Corfe Castle, and 35 km from Poole Harbour.

  • Way's Forge
    Central location
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 3 reviews

    Way's Forge, a property with a garden, is situated in Dorchester, 36 km from Corfe Castle, 37 km from Poole Harbour, as well as 38 km from Golden Cap.

  • West Cottage, Cerne Abbas Lane
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 62 reviews

    Featuring a private pool and garden views, West Cottage, Cerne Abbas Lane is located in Piddletrenthide, 13 km from Dorchester. Free WiFi is available.

    Comfortable and lovely grounds Located in a nice village

  • Mill House
    Central location
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 3 reviews

    Mill House, a property with a garden, is situated in Dorchester, 37 km from Monkey World, 23 km from Athelhampton House, as well as 30 km from Sherborne Old Castle.

  • Clematis House
    Central location
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 12 reviews

    Located in Dorchester in the Dorset region, Clematis House provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

  • Warmwell Lodge
    Central location
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2 reviews

    Warmwell Lodge, a property with a garden, is set in Dorchester, 38 km from Poole Harbour, 39 km from Golden Cap, as well as 44 km from Bournemouth International Centre.

  • escape the ordinary - Piddle Inn the Home private self cater holiday
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 33 reviews

    Located in Dorchester, in a historic building, 24 km from Monkey World, escape the ordinary - Piddle Inn the Home private self cater holiday is a recently renovated holiday home with a garden and...

    Lovely big and well equipped kitchen - that was a welcome surprise

  • Deer Leap House
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2 reviews

    Deer Leap House, a property with a terrace, is located in Dorchester, 23 km from Corfe Castle, 33 km from Poole Harbour, as well as 39 km from Bournemouth International Centre.

  • Apple Tree Cottage
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1 review

    Apple Tree Cottage, a property with a garden, is set in Dorchester, 30 km from Corfe Castle, 39 km from Poole Harbour, as well as 42 km from Golden Cap.

  • No 1 Hut Lane, a cosy Hut, heating, hot water and a magnificent view for 2
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2 reviews

    No 1 Hut Lane, a cosy Hut, heating, hot water and a magnificent view for 2, a property with a garden, is situated in Dorchester, 31 km from Monkey World, 46 km from Corfe Castle, as well as 24 km from...

  • Beau Hideaway
    Central location
    7.0
    Scored 7.0
    Good
    Rated good
     · 4 reviews

    Beau Hideaway, a property with a garden and barbecue facilities, is located in Dorchester, 40 km from Golden Cap, 43 km from Corfe Castle, as well as 44 km from Poole Harbour.

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Holiday homes that guests love in Dorchester

  • Avg. price/night: £165
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,375 reviews
    Very clean and the staff were lovely !
    Handerson
    Young couple
  • 8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 12 reviews
    Little Barn was ideally situated in the heart of the rural Dorset countryside. It was very quiet and Clare was very friendly and helpful. The property was very clean and welcoming. The bed was very comfortable. It was perfect for a couple of nights stay for two people, who just needed a bed for the night and somewhere to freshen up, in a lovely shower with plenty of hot water.
    Beverley
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £135
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 851 reviews
    Property was very clean and the rooms were brilliant.
    Robert
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £58.50
    10
    Scored 10
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 2 reviews
    Great location. Very close to Coffee Number One, which serves breakfast. A short walk to the town centre. Friendly owner and two lovely cats! Very clean room.
    Jo
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £140
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 968 reviews
    Lovely spacious family suite, very clean, nice and quiet location with pretty countryside views. The rooms very very comfortable and had everything we needed at a great price. Restaurant and pub downstairs had very friendly and courteous staff. Our evening meal was of excellent quality, fantastic food and breakfast was also outstanding. Highly recommended and would love to go back and stay again
    Bigmore
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £114.75
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 55 reviews
    Very clean, modern and spacious. The hosts were superb and friendly.
    Peter
    Family with young children
  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 107 reviews
    Great family weekend. We really enjoyed our stay in the shepherd's hut. Very clean and well equipped. Wonderful play areas for the kids.
    Philip
    Family with young children
  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 96 reviews
    Very clean, very friendly and helpful staff the facilities were excellent, we had a great stay !
    Aaron
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £115
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 171 reviews
    Lovely location and good room , very clean and quiet.
    Claire
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £180
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,100 reviews
    Good location, nice food, very clean, friendly staff.
    PAUL
    Young couple

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