Relax and unwind in one of our handpicked self-catering cottages in Dorset. From country to coast, our county is one of the UK’s top holiday destinations. Boasting miles of white-sand beaches, bluebell woodlands and rolling downs, Dorset is a perfect place for an idyllic escape by the sea. Take a look at our collection of country cottages, holiday homes by the sea, and town centre dwellings available to book 24 hours a day. Our expert holiday planners are on hand to help you find your perfect self-catering holiday in Dorset.

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Mimosa House
Sandford, Wareham
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Poppy Cottage
Dorchester
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Holiday prices from  £543
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Garden Flat
Swanage
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Holiday prices from  £318
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White Sands
Swanage
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Holiday prices from  £986
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Sweet Pea Cottage
Dorchester
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Holiday prices from  £480
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Bronte Cottage
Wareham
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Holiday prices from  £449
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St Marks Cottage
Swanage
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Holiday prices from  £391
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Tilshead
Langton Matravers
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Holiday prices from  £840
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Primrose Cottage
Dorchester
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Holiday prices from  £339
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Dorset Farmhouse
Portesham, Nr Abbotsbury
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Holiday prices from  £335
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Purbeck Cottage (Kings)
Swanage
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Holiday prices from  £745
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Daisy’s
Swanage
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Holiday prices from  £475
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Foxglove Cottage
Dorchester
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Holiday prices from  £950
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Compass Cottage
Swanage
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Holiday prices from  £308
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Sea Breeze
Swanage
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Holiday prices from  £287
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Wisteria Cottage
Dorchester
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Holiday prices from  £420
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Snowdrop Cottage
Dorchester
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Holiday prices from  £1,221
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Cricket Cottage
Swanage
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Forget Me Not Cottage
Dorchester
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Holiday prices from  £475
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Hill View
Weymouth
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Holiday prices from  £330
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Harbour Vista
Weymouth
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Holiday prices from  £548
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Markham House
Weymouth
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Holiday prices from  £380
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Heathlands
Studland
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Holiday prices from  £528
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Capstone
Swanage
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Holiday prices from  £685
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Visiting

The County of Dorset

The Jurassic Coast is famous for its rugged natural history and significant cultural moments that make Dorset a stand-out destination to visit in the UK. Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door are just two of the natural coastal phenomena that attract thousands of visitors to the county every year. Guests can meander through Dorset’s unspoilt history while visiting Dorset’s unique attractions, from Corfe Castle and Swanage Railway to The Tank Museum and Dorchester’s Keep. Dorset’s vibrant literary history also invites travellers to discover the life of Thomas Hardy, who famously set many of his novels within our rolling hills.

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Self-Catering

Dorset Destinations

We have a variety of self-catering accommodation in Dorset to suit all natures of holiday plans and itineraries. For families heading to the coast for a half-term getaway, our  Dorset family-friendly cottages offer cots, high chairs and other amenities for small children and babies. Alternatively, if you’re heading out of the city for a last-minute romantic getaway in Dorset, our smaller cottages are a wonderful, intimate setting for wining and dining your someone special. We have over 50 self-catering cottages in Dorset, and if you’re stuck on choice, we can help.

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Dorset to Remember

We have taken care to ensure, your self-catering accommodation in Dorset will surpass your expectations. Attention to detail is important to our team, and we are the highest-rated agency in the area. We pride ourselves on our superior level of customer service and we know the local area like the back of our hand. Whether you’re travelling to Dorset to walk the South West Coast Path or another of the county’s wonderful countryside trails, or just looking for a simple, relaxing break by the sea with friends and family, our holiday planners will help you find a cottage equipped with all of your home comforts.

Browse through our selection of self-catering holidays in Dorset, all inspected by our team to ensure the highest standards. And if you’re looking for a getaway with a four-legged friend, make sure to also take a look at our dog-friendly cottages in Dorset.

If you have any questions, please contact us. Dorset is closer than both Devon and Cornwall (and has a better sunshine record) so we can’t wait to welcome you to our county to explore, make memories, and unwind by the coast.