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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.

Lovely cottage, we absolutely loved it. It’s cozy and calm, dog friendly, clean and a wonderful garden. Beds were very comfortable too. We will definitely return!

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9.1
Wonderful
101 reviews
Price from
£170
per night

This holiday home is equipped with 1 bedroom, a kitchen with microwave, a TV, a seating area and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower. The accommodation offers a fireplace.

Guests at the holiday home will be able to enjoy activities in and around Dorchester, like golfing, cycling and fishing.

Lovely rustic and quirky "French alps style chalet" feel about it , very charming and comfortable , nice modern bathroom and shower, plenty of space inside overall , very pleasant hosts , friendly and helpful , location good , shops within walking distance , pretty location !

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9.2
Wonderful
5 reviews
Price from
£204.12
per night

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
Wonderful
48 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 grounds were gorgeous. The cottage decor was exceptional and very comfortable we all had an excellent little break and will be back. The addition of a cake, butter, bread and eggs was very thoughtful. We managed to view the others cottages and they are also amazing.

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10
Exceptional
6 reviews
Price from
£305.76
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
£319.12
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
£197
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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9.5
Exceptional
8 reviews
Price from
£273.12
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.

Beautiful place property was so clean and hosts were absolutely lovely

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9.5
Exceptional
6 reviews
Price from
£163.62
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
9 reviews
Price from
£246.68
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.

Tolpuddle Hideaway is a beautiful little country house. Quiet, clean and cosy. An ideal base for exploring the area.

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9.6
Exceptional
37 reviews
Price from
£120
per night

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  • Honeysuckle Cottage
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 101 reviews

    Honeysuckle Cottage is located in Dorchester, just 13 miles from Corfe Castle and 20 miles from Poole Harbor. Offering a garden, the property is located within 4.3 miles of Monkey World.

    Lovely cottage in a great location, comfortable beds

  • Carnotze
    Breakfast options
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 5 reviews

    Providing a garden, Carnotze features accommodations in Dorchester. This vacation home provides free private parking and free Wifi.

  • The Old Milking Parlour at Knapp Farm
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 48 reviews

    The Old Milking Parlour at Knapp Farm offers accommodations in Dorchester, 16 miles from Golden Cap and 31 miles from Monkey World.

    The property was beautiful, clean and well maintained

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

    Providing a garden, Gamekeeper's Cottage offers accommodations in Dorchester. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking, and free Wifi.

    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 is located in Dorchester, just 25 miles from Golden Cap and 27 miles from Corfe Castle.

    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

    Southgate Coach House offers accommodations in Dorchester, 15 miles from Monkey World and 19 miles from Golden Cap. Both Wifi and private parking are available at the vacation home free of charge.

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

  • Kerridge
    Breakfast options
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 8 reviews

    Kerridge is located in Dorchester, just 25 miles from Golden Cap and 27 miles from Corfe Castle.

  • The Elbow
    Breakfast options
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 6 reviews

    The Elbow is located in Dorchester, just 18 miles from Golden Cap and 20 miles from Monkey World. The vacation home features both Wifi and private parking free of charge.

    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
     · 9 reviews

    Keets at Middle Acre offers accommodations in Dorchester, 24 miles from Poole Harbor and 26 miles from Golden Cap.

    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

    Tolpuddle Hideaway, Tolpuddle, Dorset is located in Dorchester, just 6.3 miles from Monkey World and 15 miles from Corfe Castle.

    quiet, clean, good base for touring, friendly welcome

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

    Great Coombe, Bookham Court offers accommodations in Dorchester, 28 miles from Poole Harbor and 28 miles from Golden Cap. 18 miles from Monkey World and 28 miles from Corfe Castle, the property offers...

  • Wagon House, Bookham Court
    Budget options available
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 6 reviews

    Featuring a garden, Wagon House, Bookham Court features accommodations in Dorchester. This property offers access to a patio, pool at the pool table, free private parking, and free Wifi.

  • Greenwood Grange
    Budget options available
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 84 reviews

    8.7 miles from Monkey World in Dorchester, Greenwood Grange offers accommodations with access to a hot tub. There's a private entrance at the vacation home for the convenience of those who stay.

    Friendly welcome , lovely accommodation and grounds

  • 2 Bathsheba Terrace
    Budget options available
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 9 reviews

    Offering a garden, 2 Bathsheba Terrace features accommodations in Dorchester. The vacation home features both Wifi and private parking free of charge.

    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
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 17 reviews

    Bell Cottage is located in Dorchester, just 19 miles from Golden Cap and 24 miles from Corfe Castle.

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

  • Clematis House
    Budget options available
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 11 reviews

    Clematis House is located in Dorchester, just 16 miles from Monkey World and 21 miles from Golden Cap.

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

    Glyde House offers accommodations in Dorchester, 25 miles from Poole Harbor and 28 miles from Sandbanks.

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

    The Town House offers accommodations in Dorchester, 15 miles from Monkey World and 19 miles from Golden Cap. The vacation home features both Wifi and private parking free of charge.

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

    Mollys Cottage offers accommodations in Dorchester, 18 miles from Golden Cap and 24 miles from Corfe Castle.

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

    Hebe is located in Dorchester, just 17 miles from Golden Cap and 22 miles from Monkey World.

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

    The Transmitter Bunker offers accommodations in Dorchester, 11 miles from Monkey World and 19 miles from Corfe Castle.

  • Lodge 9 Creek Caravan Park Ringstead dog friendly
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Lodge 9 Creek Caravan Park Ringstead dog friendly is located in Dorchester, just 8.6 miles from Weymouth Harbour and 11 miles from Monkey World.

  • No 1 Hut Lane, a cosy Hut, heating, hot water and a magnificent view for 2
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Featuring a garden, No 1 Hut Lane, a cosy Hut, heating, hot water and a magnificent view for 2 offers accommodations in Dorchester. This property offers access to a patio and free private parking.

  • 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

    Offering a garden, THE BRACE, 2 Luxury Properties next to each other, 2 Hot Tubs, up to 10 guests offers accommodations in Dorchester. With garden views, this accommodation features a balcony.

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

    Middle Farm Annex is located in Dorchester, just 12 miles from Golden Cap and 21 miles from Monkey World. Free Wifi is featured throughout the property and private parking is available on site.

    Sehr ruhige Lage, hochwertige Ausstattung, viel Platz.

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

    The Old Rectory Lodge offers accommodations in Dorchester, 15 miles from Golden Cap and 24 miles from Monkey World. The vacation home features both Wifi and private parking free of charge.

  • Little Coombe, Bookham Court
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 2 reviews

    Offering a garden, Little Coombe, Bookham Court offers accommodations in Dorchester. This property offers access to a patio, pool at the pool table, free private parking, and free Wifi.

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

    Providing a garden, Greygles offers accommodations in Dorchester. This vacation home provides free private parking and free Wifi.

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

    Providing a garden, Poacher's Cottage features accommodations in Dorchester. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking, and free Wifi.

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

    Featuring a garden, Gardener's Cottage offers accommodations in Dorchester. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking, and free Wifi.

  • The Old School House
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 3 reviews

    The Old School House is located in Dorchester, just 15 miles from Monkey World and 24 miles from Corfe Castle.

  • Woodcutter's Cottage
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 2 reviews

    Featuring a garden, Woodcutter's Cottage offers accommodations in Dorchester. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking, and free Wifi.

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

    Stable Cottage offers accommodations in Dorchester, 18 miles from Golden Cap and 26 miles from Monkey World. Both Wifi and private parking are available at the vacation home free of charge.

  • Creaky Cottage
    Central location
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 1 review

    Creaky Cottage is located in Dorchester, just 12 miles from Monkey World and 21 miles from Corfe Castle.

  • Piddle Puddle Cabin
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 26 reviews

    A recently renovated vacation home, Piddle Puddle Cabin offers accommodations in Dorchester. 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.

  • Way's Forge
    Central location
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 3 reviews

    Way's Forge offers accommodations in Dorchester, 13 miles from Monkey World and 22 miles from Corfe Castle. Free Wifi is featured throughout the property and private parking is available on site.

  • West Cottage, Cerne Abbas Lane
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 60 reviews

    Featuring a private pool and garden views, West Cottage, Cerne Abbas Lane is located in Piddletrenthide, 8.1 mi from Dorchester. Free WiFi is available.

    Comfortable and lovely grounds Located in a nice village

  • Mill House
    Central location
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 3 reviews

    Mill House is located in Dorchester, just 19 miles from Sherborne Old Castle and 20 miles from Dinosaurland Fossil Museum.

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

    Warmwell Lodge offers accommodations in Dorchester, 23 miles from Poole Harbor and 24 miles from Golden Cap. The 4-star vacation home is 17 miles from Corfe Castle.

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

    Escape the ordinary - Piddle Inn the Home private self cater holiday is a recently renovated vacation home in Dorchester where guests can make the most of the garden and barbecue facilities.

    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 offers accommodations in Dorchester, 5.1 miles from Monkey World and 14 miles from Corfe Castle.

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

    Apple Tree Cottage offers accommodations in Dorchester, 10 miles from Monkey World and 19 miles from Corfe Castle.

  • Woodlander
    Central location
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 5 reviews

    Woodlander offers accommodations in Dorchester, 20 miles from Corfe Castle and 20 miles from Golden Cap.

  • Beau Hideaway
    Central location
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2 reviews

    Beau Hideaway offers accommodations in Dorchester, 28 miles from Poole Harbor and 10 miles from Athelhampton House. 25 miles from Golden Cap and 27 miles from Corfe Castle, the property provides a...

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Vacation Homes That Guests Love in Dorchester

  • Avg. price/night: £141
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,919 reviews
    The room was nicely decorated and very clean. We had everything we needed (a hairdryer would be a bonus!). The staff was welcoming and friendly. There was an issue with a fire alarm on one day and the breakfast was limited, but we immediately got a refund upon request. Would definitely recommend!
    Melanie
    Young couple
  • 8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 175 reviews
    Quiet location, friendly staff, breakfast was lovely and very clean.
    Glenn
    Young couple
  • 9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 192 reviews
    Very clean
    Mike
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £120
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 954 reviews
    Very clean, easy to find, lovely breakfast
    Michelle
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £100
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 207 reviews
    Beautiful pub with friendly staff, great food. Big room, comfy bed, separate bath and shower. Very clean. Great breakfast. A very comfortable stay. Would definitely stay again.
    sharon
    Young couple
  • 8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 862 reviews
    Very clean
    Paloma
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £139
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,312 reviews
    Was very clean & staff very friendly & polite
    Karen
    Young couple
  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 5 reviews
    Lovely, very comfortable and well equipped cottage, lots of space for 2 of us and our dog. Very clean and lovely bathroom with great overhead shower. Hosts were very accommodating and our dog loved playing with theirs. Great location, close to all the main attractions in Dorset. We will definitely stay here again.
    Philip
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: £120
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 954 reviews
    Lovely village location. Rooms were nicely decorated, comfortable bed in main bedroom, spacious and very clean. It was super warm too. Property is in a lovely village location, the restaurant was beautiful with great food. We had dinner and breakfast and could not fault any of it. They also have a pool table and darts which were good fun in the evening. We really enjoyed the place.
    Anita
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £120
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 954 reviews
    "The accommodation is very clean and spacious. And the breakfast is really delicious and fantastic. It's clear that the ingredients are fresh! All the staff are also very friendly and nice.
    Sekyung
    Family with young children

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