Dorset Cottages Available for May Half Term

Dorset Cottages Available for May Half Term

With temperatures warming, long daylight hours and a dazzling sun in the sky, it can mean only one thing: summer is coming. Make the most of your May half term and head to Dorset to luxuriate in your own private self-catering cottage. Gather your troops, pack your bags and hop in the car; the holiday of a lifetime is ready and waiting.  Read more

Our exclusive ferry discounts of up to 25% will make your island trip with Classic plain sailing.

Stay in one of our 29 cottages in Dorset for May half term

Lavender Cottage is a 2 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach in Christchurch.
  • Sleeps 4 + 2 cots
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £1021 * booking fees included

Lavender Cottage

6176

2 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach in Christchurch.


Lavender Cottage is a delightful two bedroom home with open plan living areas and wonderful outdoor space. Set in the exclusive Wick Village it is just a short walk from one of Dor...

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

7 nights from £1021 *

Primrose Cottage is a 2 bedroom, dog friendly self catering cottage in Bridport, Dorset.
  • Sleeps 4 + 2 cots
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £853 * booking fees included

Primrose Cottage

6179

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


Primrose Cottage is the quintessential Dorset coastal property with its pretty village location and gorgeous, enclosed garden - it is packed with character. This semi-detached two ...

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

7 nights from £853 *

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

7 nights from £634 booking fees included

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 £634

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  • 10% off

    20 Jul 2026 - 26 Jul 2026

    From £667.80 £607.32 booking fees included

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 £1551 booking fees included

Hood's

6045

2 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...

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

7 nights from £1551

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

7 nights from £1406 booking fees included

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 £1406

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  • 25% off

    31 Jul 2026 - 7 Aug 2026

    £2265.00 £1714.50 booking fees included

  • 25% off

    14 Aug 2026 - 21 Aug 2026

    From £2265.00 £1714.50 booking fees included

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

7 nights from £579 * booking fees included

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 £579 *

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  • 30% off

    21 Aug 2026 - 28 Aug 2026

    From £1010.00 £725.90 booking fees included

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

7 nights from £597 * booking fees included

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 £597 *

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  • 30% off

    14 Aug 2026 - 21 Aug 2026

    From £1103.00 £791.00 booking fees included

  • 30% off

    21 Aug 2026 - 28 Aug 2026

    From £1010.00 £725.90 booking fees included

Whetley Farm

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

7 nights from £1175.69 booking fees included

Seymour Barn is a 2 bedroom, dog friendly barn conversion in Bridport, Dorset.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £887 * booking fees included

Seymour Barn

5314

2 bedroom, dog friendly barn conversion 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...

  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £887 *

Woodville Cottage is a 3 bedroom, dog friendly home near the beach in Lyme Regis.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Wed

7 nights from £1017 booking fees included

Woodville Cottage

5151

3 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...

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

7 nights from £1017

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If you've got children in tow, why not book yourselves into a luxury self-catering cottage this May half term? From babies to young children to teenagers, our portfolio includes properties of a wide variety and consistent quality. Pick a cottage with a private swimming pool, or find one with a games room; kids will find plenty to entertain themselves with whilst mum and dad sit back and relax.

However you want to plan your dream retreat, we'll help you to find your perfect place. From one-bed cottages for solo retreats to big family-friendly home-from-homes, let your imagination soar as you pour through our selection of available cottages in Dorset.

Cottages for May Half Term in Dorset

At Classic Cottages we pride ourselves on marketing only the finest quality self-catering cottages in Dorset. All of our cottages are personally inspected to meet exacting standards; carefully selected and fully equipped so that you can spend the holiday of a lifetime without worrying about a thing.