Cranborne Chase AONB Cottages
The soft, rolling landscape of the Cranborne Chase Area of Oustanding Beauty is rich in history and provides a serene location for a holiday cottage. Mostly consisting of chalk grassland, this area is home to many ancient woodlands, long-standing paths and tracks, and historic spots such as the lavish Stourhead House and Gardens.
Our exclusive ferry discounts of up to 25% will make your island trip with Classic plain sailing.We have 10 self catering cottages in Cranborne Chase AONB to show you...
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
7 nights from £336
Kingfishers
60351 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Shaftesbury, Dorset.
Great care and attention has been put into this barn conversion, resulting in a truly cosy, yet spacious retreat for couples or solo travellers to enjoy. Located in Gillingham in n...
7 nights from £336
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7 nights from £752
The Old Dairy
55512 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near Wimborne Minster, Dorset.
Situated within the southern neolithic ring of Knowlton Church and Earthworks and perfectly positioned under a Dark Sky Reserve, is The Old Dairy; a stylish and modern conversion t...
7 nights from £752
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 £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 £556
The Green House
45292 bedroom, dog friendly cottage overlooking Nunney Brook near Frome, Somerset.
Enjoy a glass of fizz overlooking the peaceful stream or curl up in the cosy sitting-room in front of the fire, whichever takes your fancy, this gorgeous retreat will deliver! This...
7 nights from £556
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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 £469 *
The Piggery
43842 bedroom rural barn conversion near Wells, Somerset.
What a superb barn conversion! The Piggery is an exceptionally high quality detached property, newly converted and beautifully presented. Set on a working family farm, surrounded b...
7 nights from £469 *
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7 nights from £542 *
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 £542 *
7 nights from £514
Magnolia Cottage
45542 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near Wells, Somerset.
Nestled opposite a charming magnolia tree, this delightful stone cottage is peaceful and welcoming. All on one level (apart from one step up from the porch), Magnolia Cottage offer...
7 nights from £514
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