Holiday Cottages in Dorset

Dorset is a truly spectacular part of the southern coast and is home to the 185-million-year-old Jurassic coastline - one of the most ancient coastlines in Britain. A UNESCO world heritage site, the Jurassic Coast stretches from Studland to Lyme Regis and further west along the shoreline into Devon. Many of our holiday cottages in Dorset sit on this iconic stretch of coast, including the highly popular holiday destinations of Swanage and Weymouth. Boasting sea views and often just a stone’s-throw away from the beach, our Dorset coastal holiday homes are some of our best.  To see more of our accommodation by the sea, which spreads right across the region, take a look at our Coastal Cottages in Dorset page. 

Our bespoke selection of self-catering homes in Dorset includes everything from snug seafront two-beds apartments to large farmhouses, barns conversions and cottages - ideal for family holidays or group gatherings. As with all our Original Cottages holiday lets, our homes in Dorset also include dog-friendly and luxury properties, so there is something to suit everyone and every budget. 

Destinations in Dorset

There is so much to see and do in Dorset, hence why it is so popular as a holiday spot. From nature trails to walks along the coast and even fossil excavation, there is no shortage of entertainment in this region. Our holiday cottages in the Dorset countryside put you in the heart of Dorset’s AONB, a landscape so beautiful it has inspired writers like Thomas Hardy and a biosphere so diverse it is home to over 80% of the UK’s bird, butterfly and mammal population.

Bridport is the perfect go-between coast and country, as its centre is a buzzing seaside town with independent shops and venues and West Bay Beach is truly beautiful. The beach is also dog-friendly and pets are allowed to roam off their lead on the sand between October and April every year. Bridport is also surrounded by rural towns and villages with a real country feel, which you can call home for a while in one of our Bridport and West Dorset holiday homes. 

Other iconic visitor locations in Dorset include Chesil Beach, Weymouth and Portland, where we have an array of holiday properties. If East Dorset is where you’re headed, be sure to take a look at our holiday cottages in Swanage, a classic seaside resort town full of history and charm. 

To learn more about everything that Dorset has to offer, take a look are our Dorset Travel Guide, written by our local experts to bring you a genuine glimpse into this stunning region.