Dorset Boltholes Available in May

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 36 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

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Choose from 36 available self-catering cottages in Dorset

Kingfishers is a 1 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Shaftesbury, Dorset.
  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Mon

7 nights from £538

Kingfishers

6035

1 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...

  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Mon

7 nights from £538

Hood's is a 2 bedroom, dog friendly self catering cottage near Bridport, Dorset.
  • Sleeps 4 + 2 cots
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £1400

Hood's

6045

2 bedroom, dog friendly self catering cottage near Bridport, Dorset.


This stunning barn and milking parlour conversion is set within the glorious Dorset countryside, offering panoramic views across the Marshwood Vale and beyond. Hoods provides luxur...

  • Sleeps 4 + 2 cots
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £1400

Loaf is a 1 bedroom, dog friendly self catering cottage near Bridport, Dorset.
  • Sleeps 2
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £770

Loaf

6046

1 bedroom, dog friendly self catering cottage near Bridport, Dorset.


Loaf is a gorgeous and sympathetic restoration of an ancient Dorset granary with panoramic views across the Marshwood Vale. Its interiors are straight out of a magazine with design...

  • Sleeps 2
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £770

Hood's and Loaf at Kingsland Farm

  • Sleeps 6 + 2 cots in 2 properties
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £2170

Freshfields is a 4 bedroom self catering cottage near Dorchester, Dorset.
  • Sleeps 7 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £884 *

Freshfields

5706

4 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...

  • Sleeps 7 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £884 *

The Dairy is a 2 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Beaminster, Dorset.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £510 *

The Dairy

5682

2 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Beaminster, Dorset.


A cosy single-storey cottage, a secret wood and wildflower meadow, all available to you in a location only a short drive of the World Heritage Jurassic Coast, are we tempting you y...

  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £510 *

The Granary is a 2 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Beaminster, Dorset.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £510 *

The Granary

5683

2 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Beaminster, Dorset.


Tucked away in a rural corner of west Dorset you will find The Granary; a single-storey cottage with a shared two acre woodland and wildflower meadow to while away holiday days in....

  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £510 *

Whetley Farm

  • Sleeps 8 + 2 cots in 2 properties
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £1020

Choose our flexible booking option and have the ability to cancel anytime.

Bluebells is a 2 bedroom, dog friendly cottage in walking distance of Bridport, Dorset.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £645

Bluebells

5624

2 bedroom, dog friendly cottage in walking distance of Bridport, Dorset.


Tucked away in a quiet location, yet just a stone's throw from bustling Bridport and the Jurassic Coast, you will find Bluebells. Situated at the end of a pretty row of cottages, t...

  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £645

The Old Dairy is a 2 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near Wimborne Minster, Dorset.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £873

The Old Dairy

5551

2 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...

  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £873

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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.