Blackmore Vale Cottages
A wide, green valley in north Dorset, Blackmore Vale is an area of quintessential rural beauty, forming part of the Dorset Area of Outstanding Beauty and bordering the Dorset Downs. The smooth, rolling hills lead down to a flatland that follows the River Stour as it winds towards Gillingham. This is a stunning part of Dorset, and a perfect choice if you're looking for a lush countryside escape.
Our exclusive ferry discounts of up to 25% will make your island trip with Classic plain sailing.We have 11 self catering cottages in Blackmore Vale to show you...
7 nights from £373
Owl's Nest Cottage
29421 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near Sherborne, Dorset.
This cosy, compact, delightful bolthole for two is set in a wonderfully tranquil hamlet in north Dorset with village shops and a choice of two pubs within two miles. Built in lo...
7 nights from £373
7 nights from £555 *
Freshfields
57064 bedroom self catering cottage near Dorchester, Dorset.
Freshfields is a truly outstanding property in a picturesque Dorset village. Recently renovated throughout, the house provides space and privacy for all the family. Just a short dr...
7 nights from £555 *
7 nights from £478 *
The Old Coach House
13862 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the county town of Dorchester, Dorset.
This pretty detached former coach house can be found in the rural Dorset countryside, within easy reach of the stunning coastlines of the Jurassic Coast, a World Heritage Site. ...
7 nights from £478 *
7 nights from £550
The Old Dairy
47402 bedroom, dog friendly former milking parlour, near Blandford Forum, Dorset.
This former milking parlour that served the local farm has been beautifully converted into a fabulous holiday home. Situated in a picturesque Dorset village that is full of charact...
7 nights from £550
7 nights from £510 *
Beehive Cottage
40732 bedroom thatched, dog friendly cottage near Dorchester, Dorset.
Beehive Cottage is a charming and cosy cottage, on a quiet lane opposite St Mary's church in the village of Puddletown. Surrounded by farmland, the pretty village is nestled in the...
7 nights from £510 *
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Tolpuddle Cottage
37523 bedroom thatched, dog friendly cottage in Tolpuddle, Dorset.
This pretty thatched cottage is in the tranquil historic village of Tolpuddle, just 15 miles from the World Heritage Jurassic Coast. An ideal base for a family holiday or perfect f...
7 nights from £583 *
From £75 per night
La Cabine Francaise
47261 bedroom, dog friendly Shepherds Hut near Dorchester, Dorset.
Welcome to La Cabine Francaise, a glorious expanse of glamping bliss with a French twist. Set in the stunning Dorset countryside, this exclusive spot for two provides the perfect r...
From £75 per night
7 nights from £897
The Old Mill
45032 bedroom, unique, dog friendly converted mill near Dorchester, Dorset.
If you are looking for a beautifully unique and special property for a perfect Dorset holiday, then look no further than The Old Mill. Formerly a working mill, this gorgeous proper...
7 nights from £897
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7 nights from £529
Ivy Cottage
41222 bedroom, dog friendly cottage in Cattistock near Dorchester, Dorset.
Imagine life in a tranquil Dorset village and Ivy Cottage is just the sort of place you may picture in your mind. Set in the midst of a National Landscape, the cottage is situated ...
7 nights from £529
7 nights from £623
Hatts Barn
20932 bedroom, rural holiday cottage near Shaftesbury, Dorset.
Hatts Farm is a working farm located in a National Landscape. The farm spreads over 150 acres, located in the stunning countryside of the Dorset and Wiltshire border. Hatts Barn...
7 nights from £623
