October Breaks in Dorset
Great weather often hangs around until well into October in Dorset, so to celebrate the final flourishes of summer properly why not book a luxury self-catering cottage? Snugly one-bed retreat in a charming town, romantic hideaway with amazing sea views, or cottage in the country with space for all the gang, we'll help you pave the way to the holiday of your dreams this October. Read more
Our exclusive ferry discounts of up to 25% will make your island trip with Classic plain sailing.Pick from 45 cottages in Dorset this October
7 nights from £1428 *
Oak Tree House
61124 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Dorchester, Dorset.
Oak Tree House is a particularly special property for gathering friends and family (plus the four-legged variety) together. Set in stunning grounds in the little village of Frampto...
7 nights from £1428 *
7 nights from £403
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 £403
7 nights from £1138
Hood's
60452 bedroom, dog friendly self catering cottage near Bridport, Dorset.
**Hood's can accommodate flexible check in days – please contact us to request.** This stunning barn and milking parlour conversion is set within the glorious Dorset countryside...
7 nights from £1138
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7 nights from £412
Loaf At The Granary
60461 bedroom, dog friendly self catering cottage near Bridport, Dorset.
**Loaf At The Granary can accommodate flexible check in days – please contact us to request.** Loaf At The Granary is a gorgeous and sympathetic restoration of an ancient Dorset...
7 nights from £412
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7 nights from £1550
7 nights from £577 *
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 £577 *
7 nights from £431 *
The Dairy
56822 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...
7 nights from £431 *
7 nights from £431 *
The Granary
56832 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....
7 nights from £431 *
Whetley Farm
7 nights from £861
7 nights from £534 *
Bluebells
56242 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...
7 nights from £534 *
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For a truly romantic getaway, browse through our list of cottages with hot tubs available this October. Spend your days exploring and soaking in the last of the summer rays, and then when you've had your fill return to your home-from-home and hop into a bubbling hot tub. Or how about a family-friendly cottage, perfect for little kids and big kids alike? October is a great time of year for families to make the most of all that Dorset has to offer with half term around the corner and lots of spook-tacular celebrations taking place ahead of Halloween. If you would like to revel in some peace and quiet, we have plenty of secluded cottages, offering lots of privacy and plenty of space for some quality R&R. At Classic Cottages, we pride ourselves on marketing the finest self-catering cottages around, handpicking and personally inspecting each one. Find your favourite today.
