Dorset Boltholes Available in May
Spring is well under way, the sun is shining and Dorset is looking particularly radiant. Make the most of this special time of year and treat yourself to a stay in a luxury self-catering cottage. Our collection of 49 Dorset cottages available in May have all been handpicked; personally inspected and fully equipped to ensure your stay is the best it can be.Read more
If you want to make your May half-term count this year, why not book a family holiday in Dorset? Our range of self-catering cottages come in all shapes and sizes, with plenty of room for your little ones. Many cottages have extra facilities like swimming pools, games rooms and large gardens so the kids will be in entertainment heaven while mum and dad relax.
May isn't all about half-term though. There are two bank holidays to look forward to, and lots of opportunities to make the most of this beautiful and diverse county ahead of the summer crowds. Whether you're looking for a solo retreat, romantic couples getaway or catch up with friends, we can help you find the ideal cottage for you. If you've got a four-legged member of the family, it's great news as many of our cottages are dog-friendly too.
Dorset Cottages for May Half-Term
With its dramatic coastline, rolling countryside alive with colour and patchwork of towns and villages, Dorset provides a wonderful destination to explore, whether it's for the first time or the fifteenth. Book your Classic cottage today and be sure to receive excellent customer service with the finest quality self-catering accommodation.
Choose from 49 available self-catering cottages in Dorset
7 nights from £864
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 £864
7 nights from £575
The Gardens
54062 bedroom, dog friendly self catering cottage in Sherborne, Dorset.
From the rolling hills of the Dorset countryside to the beautiful historic streets of Sherborne and down to the Jurassic Coast, explore it all whilst staying at The Gardens. This c...
7 nights from £575
7 nights from £577
Pippins
53603 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Beaminster, Somerset.
Pippins is a picture postcard country cottage nestled in the charming Somerset village of North Perrott - not far from the Dorset border. This cosy home can cater for all of the fa...
7 nights from £577
7 nights from £931
Seymour Barn
53142 bedroom, dog friendly self catering cottage in Bridport, Dorset.
With the bustling market town of Bridport within striking distance, this beautiful barn conversion is the perfect home-away-from-home. A delightful spot to explore all the beauty a...
7 nights from £931
7 nights from £451
Periwinkle Cottage
52581 bedroom, dog friendly self catering cottage in Bridport, Dorset.
Tucked away off one of Bridport's vibrant streets is Periwinkle Cottage, a beautiful home ready to welcome you for a fantastic stay. This gorgeous terraced retreat is the perfect p...
7 nights from £451
7 nights from £598
Ginny's Barn
52762 bedroom, self catering cottage near Bridport, Dorset.
Find your 'Far from the Madding Crowd' moment in the beautiful west Dorset countryside with a stay at Ginny's Barn. This quaint cottage is set in the grounds of the owners' home an...
7 nights from £598
7 nights from £762
Quince Cottage
51903 bedroom, dog friendly cottage close to the beach near Bridport, Dorset.
With the World Heritage Jurassic Coast within one mile's walk, Quince Cottage is a welcoming home in the pretty West Dorset village of Chideock. This charming home is the perfect l...
7 nights from £762
7 nights from £995
Woodville Cottage
51513 bedroom, dog friendly home near the beach in Lyme Regis.
Woodville Cottage is a pretty and charming property, an annexe to a Grade II Listed Georgian building. Hidden away from the hustle and bustle of the elegant seaside town of Lyme Re...
7 nights from £995
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7 nights from £644 *
St Peter's Cottage
51353 bedroom thatched, dog friendly cottage near Dorchester, Dorset.
Dating back to the early 17th Century, this picture perfect, Grade II Listed thatched cottage sits in the heart of a rural Dorset village. Recently renovated by the owners, St Pete...
7 nights from £644 *
7 nights from £644 *
Park Farm Byre
49563 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Dorchester, Dorset.
Tucked away in a rural location, you will find Park Farm Byre, a stylish retreat complete with hot tub and perfectly situated on a number of country and woodland walks. All on one ...
7 nights from £644 *