Last minute cottages in Dorset
Home to the sprawling Jurassic Coast and a lush green interior, Dorset makes for a rather magical backdrop to your last-minute getaway. Gather the family for some fossil-hunting along the coastline or explore Dorset’s incredible landmarks, from the towering heights of Corfe Castle to the unmatched natural beauty of Durdle Door. Looking for a spontaneous stay? Making the most of the breathtaking scenery that surrounds them, our welcoming self-catering holiday cottages are the perfect way to explore Dorset, from weekends by the turquoise sea or walking holidays exploring every verdant corner of this stunning county.
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31 holiday cottages available for a last minute break in Dorset
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 £578
Loaf
60461 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...
7 nights from £578
Hood's and Loaf at Kingsland Farm
7 nights from £1628
7 nights from £1050
Hood's
60452 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. Hood's provides luxu...
7 nights from £1050
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25% off
10 Apr 2026 - 17 Apr 2026
£1400.00 £1050.00
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7 nights from £705
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 £705
7 nights from £550
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 £550
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20% off
3 Apr 2026 - 10 Apr 2026
From £655.00 £524.00
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 £590
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 £590
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40% off
20 Apr 2026 - 24 Apr 2026
From £621.00 £372.60
7 nights from £1093
Acorns
48283 bedroom cottage in Corfe Castle, Dorset.
Set on a private, secluded plot, Acorns is a wonderful family holiday home. Recently renovated to a very high standard, this detached house in the historic village of Corfe Castle ...
7 nights from £1093
7 nights from £664
Bay Tree Cottage
48353 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near Bridport, Dorset.
Situated in a sleepy west Dorset village, just a short drive from the spectacular Jurassic Coast, you will find this pretty terraced cottage. Bay Tree Cottage offers all the deligh...
7 nights from £664
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