Dorset

Dorset is a scenic and historic English county famed for its Jurassic Coast, market towns, cultural festivals, and literary heritage, offering diverse landscapes and accessible transport.

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Old School Retreat

Old School Retreat is a stylish and sympathetically renovated four-bedroom converted Old School building located in the village of Puddletown, Dorset, offering a blend of historic charm and modern comfort with a peaceful village setting near a pub and shop.

The Stables

The Stables is a one-storey barn cottage located in Winfrith Newburgh near the Dorset Jurassic Coastline, set within 1-acre grounds of a Grade II listed cottage with a peaceful private garden featuring a pond, offering scenic countryside views and nearby walking and nature reserves.

3 miles from Clouds Hill

Clouds Hill is an early 19th-century isolated cottage in Dorset that was the home of T. E. Lawrence, now a museum preserving his original furniture and an exhibition about his life. It offers visitors an intimate look into the life of Lawrence of Arabia within a historic Grade II* listed building.

Henning Lodge

A single-storey lodge set in a peaceful countryside location in Dorset with quality furnishings, a woodburner, private hot tub, decking, and private parking for three cars.

2 miles from Lytchett Fields

Lytchett Fields is a wetland nature reserve in Dorset offering visitors the chance to observe a wide variety of wading birds and wildlife in their natural habitat, with walking trails and viewpoints across protected pools and marshland.

3 miles from Lytes Cary

Lytes Cary is a Grade I listed historic manor house in Somerset dating from the 14th century, featuring a chapel, Great Hall with period furnishings, and extensive Arts and Crafts style gardens listed as Grade II. The National Trust owns the property and offers public access to the older parts of the house and the distinctive gardens set in themed 'rooms' with hedges, ponds, and an orchard.

3 miles from Monthly Markets at Lytes Cary Manor

10–11 Oct (this weekend)

A market showcasing creative products made by local artists, held in the historic barns and courtyard at Lytes Cary Manor.

Park Farmhouse

A spacious thatched former farmhouse dating back to 1750 in a historic Dorset village, offering a peaceful countryside setting with far-reaching views, ideal for large family gatherings and celebrations near the Jurassic Coast.

3 miles from Golden Cap

Golden Cap Estate in Dorset offers stunning coastal views from the highest point on the South West coast along with accessible woodland and circular walks, wildlife spotting, and family-friendly trails. Facilities include a coffee trailer and accessible toilets, with parking available at designated car parks. The estate is rich in natural beauty and suitable for visitors of all ages and abilities.

3 miles from Castlepoint Shopping Centre

Castlepoint is a large retail park in Bournemouth, Dorset, featuring around 40 shops and multiple dining options within a two-level indoor shopping environment, supported by a spacious car park.

Located in Bournemouth

Bournemouth is a vibrant coastal resort town in Dorset, England, famous for its seven-mile sandy beaches, Victorian architecture, lively nightlife, cultural venues, and tourism. It combines historic charm with modern attractions and hosts various festivals and events.

2 miles from Lambert's and Coney's Castle

Lambert's Castle and Coney's Castle are ancient Iron Age hill forts in Dorset offering scenic outdoor exploration with countryside views and wildlife spotting. The terrain at Lambert's Castle is flat and grassy, ideal for walking. Coney's Castle has ramparts but limited wheelchair access. The site includes parking with charges, welcomes dogs with restrictions, and is free to the public.

2 miles from Ballard Down

Ballard Down is a scenic chalk downland area on the Purbeck Hills in Dorset, featuring coastal views between Studland Bay and Swanage Bay, part of the Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site, with grassland managed by the National Trust and a historic obelisk landmark.

3 miles from Home Educators Sessions (all ages)

12 Oct, 9 Nov…

Home educators and children can join nature-based sessions at Studland, with seasonal activities such as arts and crafts, spotter walks and scavenger hunts. The listed sessions focus on woodland scavenging and crafts in October, fungi in November, and a winter beach scavenger hunt and festive crafts in December.

Located in Swanage

Swanage is a charming coastal town in Dorset, England, known for its Victorian heritage, sandy beach, and beautiful bay. It offers a mix of historical landmarks, cultural venues, and outdoor activities, making it a popular tourist destination on the Jurassic Coast.

2 miles from Fiddleford Manor

Fiddleford Manor is a medieval manor house in Dorset dating back to around 1370, featuring original interiors and restored by English Heritage, open to public visits throughout the year.

3 miles from Stembridge Tower Mill

Stembridge Tower Mill in Somerset is the last thatched windmill in England, built in 1822. It features four floors, retains historic millstones, and is a Grade II* listed building managed by the National Trust, offering visitors a glimpse into historic milling indoors.

Located in Somerton

Somerton is a historic market town in Somerset, England, known for its medieval market square, Iron Age and Roman archaeological sites, and notable architecture including its 13th-century parish church and market cross.

The Old Lodge.

Old Lodge House Cottage is a charming three-bedroom thatched cottage located in the peaceful Wiltshire countryside village of Fonthill Gifford, near historic landmarks such as Stonehenge and the Beckford Estate, offering a homely and private retreat with scenic countryside views and outdoor activities nearby.

3 miles from Wardour Castle

Old Wardour Castle is a ruined 14th-century hexagonal castle in Wiltshire, England, known for its unique architecture and historic significance during the English Civil War. Visitors can explore the extensive outdoor ruins, including the central courtyard, banqueting house, and surrounding parkland with integrated ruins.

Located in Stalbridge

Stalbridge is a historic market town in Dorset with a charming centre, notable architecture including a 15th-century church, and connections to literary and scientific figures. Visitors can enjoy walking trails and local parks amid picturesque heritage settings.

3 miles from Badbury Rings

Badbury Rings is an Iron Age hill fort in east Dorset notable for its extensive earthworks, nearby Roman road junction, and adjacent Romano-British town site. It is an outdoor site managed by the National Trust with free public access and offers historical insights into Iron Age and Roman Britain.

2 miles from Jordan Hill Roman Temple

Jordan Hill Roman Temple is an ancient Romano-Celtic temple ruin located on Jordan Hill above Bowleaze Cove in Weymouth, Dorset. The site, managed by English Heritage, is open freely during daylight hours and offers visitors the chance to explore a historic Roman religious site outdoors with scenic views.

Located in Weymouth

Weymouth is a historic seaside town in Dorset known for its Georgian architecture, vibrant harbour, and role as a gateway to the Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site. It offers rich cultural experiences, beaches, water sports, and annual events including beach sports and festivals.

The Wheelwrights Post - The Old Post Office

A compact and cosy studio annexe attached to a historic home, set in shared grounds opposite the New Forest National Park, offering a peaceful and scenic retreat ideal for couples exploring the area.

2 miles from Breamore House

Breamore House is an Elizabethan manor house in Hampshire offering visitors an immersive experience of fine paintings, tapestries, and period furniture, set within beautiful parkland. The house has wheelchair accessible routes and a café, providing a comfortable visit amidst historic surroundings.

2 miles from Ringstead Bay

Ringstead Bay is a tranquil stretch of the Dorset coast renowned for its pebble beach, clear bathing waters, and rich natural history on the Jurassic Coast. Visitors can enjoy scenic cliff top walks, bird watching, and seasonal wildflower meadows in an outdoor setting.

Thorney Country Cottages - The Milking Shed

This semi-detached holiday cottage offers spacious and cosy accommodation for up to 4 guests with 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, set in a rural location on the Somerset levels with access to national parks and nature areas, featuring ground floor living and enclosed shared lawned grounds with private parking and pet-friendly facilities.

Near Priest's House, Muchelney

Priest's House in Muchelney is a Grade I listed historic stone house built in the early 14th century for the parish priest. Owned by the National Trust, it showcases original medieval architecture including Gothic doorways and a 15th-century fireplace, with limited public access.

2 miles from Lulworth Castle

Lulworth Castle & Park is a historic 17th-century country house set in extensive parkland in Dorset. Visitors can tour the partly restored castle with its chapel and church, enjoy woodland walks, panoramic countryside views from the tower, and relax at the on-site tearoom. The grounds include a children's playground, picnic areas, and walking paths suitable for dogs on leads.

Near Lodmoor

Lodmoor is a wildlife nature reserve in Weymouth with varied habitats including reedbeds, saltmarsh, and wet grassland attracting diverse bird species. It features accessible trails, a viewing screen, and is free to the public for outdoor wildlife experiences.

Orchard Cottage

Orchard Cottage is a stylish single-storey cottage located in Sherborne, Dorset, offering versatile living space on one level with three bedrooms and underfloor-heated bathrooms, ideal for families, friends or multi-generational groups exploring the countryside and coast.

Nothe View

Nothe View is a spacious and stylish four-bedroom townhouse in Weymouth, located within the Admirals Quarter development, offering a peaceful and contemporary setting close to beaches and town centre, ideal for families and children.

Near Radipole Lake

RSPB Radipole Lake is a nature reserve in the centre of Weymouth featuring extensive reedbeds and lagoons that provide a habitat for a variety of birds and animals. Visitors can enjoy wheelchair accessible trails, a discovery centre with indoor exhibits and a cafe, as well as opportunities for birdwatching and exploring outdoor nature. The reserve is free to enter and offers designated dog-friendly routes for visitors.

Midgham Long Copse - Little Barn

Little Barn is a detached barn conversion set on a working stud farm offering a peaceful rural retreat for couples or small groups, with scenic woodland surroundings and outdoor activities nearby.

3 miles from New Forest Northern Commons

New Forest Northern Commons is a vast open landscape in Hampshire featuring walking trails through heathland and ancient woodland pasture, home to rare wildlife and shaped by traditional commoning livestock grazing. Visitors can explore diverse habitats and enjoy a natural, historic environment outdoors.

The Victorian Barn - Maplewood

Maplewood is a two-bedroom apartment set on the ground floor within a countryside estate, offering ensuite bedrooms and a stylish open-plan living area, located in a tranquil Dorset village with scenic surroundings and shared on-site leisure facilities such as an indoor pool and sauna.

Portland

A stylish and spacious family-friendly lodge set within a woodland and countryside setting at Sandford Holiday Park in Dorset, offering a blend of nature and modern comfort with private decking and easy access to nearby coastal attractions.

Marshwood Manor Cottages - The Lodge

A detached luxury retreat set in a tranquil rural location with extensive grounds including woodland and pasture, suitable for families and groups, featuring outdoor spaces, on-site parking, and facilities such as a games room and woodburner.

2 miles from Pilsdon Pen

Pilsdon Pen is a 277-metre hill in Dorset, featuring an Iron Age multivallate hillfort with archaeological remains, offering panoramic views across the surrounding landscape. It is accessible via outdoor walking routes and is managed by the National Trust.

3 miles from Portland Castle

Portland Castle is a well-preserved 16th-century artillery fort on the Isle of Portland, Dorset, built by Henry VIII. It offers both indoor exploration of the historic castle rooms and outdoor enjoyment of its unique fan-shaped structure and gardens, telling the story of England's coastal defenses.

2 miles from Forde Abbey

Forde Abbey is a historic former monastery turned elegant family home in Somerset, surrounded by extensive and diverse gardens. Visitors can explore ornate interiors, unique tapestries, and various themed gardens across 30 acres. The venue offers accessible facilities, food outlets, and activities suitable for children, making it an engaging day out for all ages.

3 miles from White Mill

White Mill is an 18th-century water-powered corn mill near Sturminster Marshall in Dorset, featuring original milling machinery and historic architecture, preserved as a Grade II listed building and managed by the National Trust.

Located in Poole

Poole is a historic coastal town and seaport in Dorset, England, known for its large natural harbour, maritime heritage, sandy beaches, cultural attractions, and lively shopping and dining scene.

The Old Timberyard - Sawmill Cottage

Sawmill Cottage is a peaceful holiday cottage situated in a conservation village in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty near Weymouth, offering a rural and scenic countryside setting with nearby coastal attractions and family-friendly features.

Near Hardy Monument

The Hardy Monument is a 72-foot landmark tower on Black Down in Dorset, erected in 1844 in memory of Vice Admiral Sir Thomas Hardy. Visitors can climb 120 steps to a viewpoint offering expansive views of the English Channel and distant coastal landmarks. It is a historic monument owned by the National Trust known for its unique design as a giant spyglass and designated as a Grade II listed building.

Millbrook

A detached bungalow located in the hamlet of Shitterton on the edge of Bere Regis, offering a peaceful countryside retreat with two super king size bedrooms all on the ground floor and a rear garden with furniture, ideal for exploring nearby natural attractions and the Jurassic Coast.

Near Forde Abbey & Gardens

Forde Abbey is a historic former Cistercian monastery set in Dorset countryside with 30 acres of diverse, beautifully maintained gardens showcasing seasonal floral displays and natural features. It offers visitors a rich outdoor experience of nature and heritage.

Jasmine Cottage

Jasmine Cottage is a thatched four-bedroom cottage in the Dorset village of Osmington, offering a tranquil rural setting with access to countryside and nearby coast, ideal for families and groups.

Wayside Cottages - Fossil And The Cross

This cosy two-bedroom seaside lodge beside Chesil Beach offers sea views and easy access to coastal walks, wildlife, fishing, and nearby Dorset attractions in a peaceful setting suitable for couples, families, or friends.

Hooke Court

A spacious 17th century moated manor house near the Dorset coast, featuring historic character and charm, set in a large garden with private parking and suitable for large family or group reunions.

2 miles from Eggardon Hill

Eggardon Hill is a prehistoric Iron Age hillfort located on chalk uplands in Dorset, England. Visitors can explore large earthworks and enjoy extensive views of the countryside and English Channel. The site is partly owned by the National Trust and offers free public access throughout the year.

2 miles from The Pepperbox

The Pepperbox is an historic hexagonal folly tower built in 1606 on Pepperbox Hill, Wiltshire. It offers panoramic views across the surrounding countryside including Salisbury. The tower is a Grade II listed building and a notable early folly, owned and preserved by the National Trust.

Higher Checkridge Farm - Cider Cottage

Cider Cottage is a traditional 15th-century Grade II listed stone cottage located at the head of a valley with country views and close to Lyme Regis and the Jurassic Coast, offering a peaceful and rural retreat with access to large grounds and a children's playground.

3 miles from Lambert's Castle

Lambert's Castle is an Iron Age hillfort in Dorset, open to the public as open access land and designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest. Visitors can explore steep natural slopes, historic earthworks, and enjoy views from Lambert's Castle Hill, with nearby parking available.

2 miles from Sherborne Castle & Gardens

Sherborne Castle in Dorset is a historic house built by Sir Walter Raleigh, set in extensive Capability Brown landscaped gardens with a serpentine lake. Visitors can explore the immersive castle interiors showcasing centuries of history and art, enjoy scenic outdoor walks, wildlife viewing, garden features, and children’s trails. Food is available on-site in the Walled Garden Restaurant and dogs are welcome in the gardens on short leads.

Holly Farm Holiday Cottage - The Swallows

This stylish two-bedroom cottage in the peaceful village of Stoke St. Gregory blends countryside charm with modern comfort and offers private hot tub and shared indoor pool access amid scenic surroundings near Somerset attractions.

2 miles from Muchelney Abbey

Muchelney Abbey is a historic English Heritage site featuring the ruins of a medieval Benedictine abbey and an intact Tudor Abbot's House, set on the island-like Somerset Levels. Visitors can explore foundational ruins outdoors and the architectural interiors of the Abbot's House indoors, experiencing a significant religious and architectural heritage spanning from the 7th to 16th centuries.

Hewish Mill Retreats - Pitch Back

Pitch Back is a charming holiday home set in a peaceful rural area of Somerset countryside, designed as an intimate and romantic retreat with a cosy bedroom and open-plan living space all on the ground floor, featuring a garden and private parking.

3 miles from Christchurch Castle

Christchurch Castle in Dorset is a historic Norman motte and bailey castle featuring ruins of a stone keep and the Constable's House, a rare Norman domestic dwelling. The site offers outdoor exploration of the castle grounds and gardens, as well as indoor experience of the preserved Constable's House, managed by English Heritage.

Lilypad

Lilypad is a newly built home located in a peaceful residential area close to the high street of Ringwood, surrounded by a mix of architectural styles and access to local shops and eateries, with nearby trails ideal for walking and cycling.

Higher Farm - The Stables

A light and airy barn conversion situated in the rural village of Martin near Salisbury, offering a peaceful and homely holiday retreat with scenic countryside surroundings and nature immersion.

3 miles from Knowlton Circles

Knowlton Circles is an ancient archaeological site in Dorset featuring a complex of Neolithic and Bronze Age henge monuments including Church Henge which encloses the ruins of Knowlton Church, surrounded by numerous round barrows and earthworks. It offers an outdoor historical experience showcasing prehistoric and early Christian heritage, open to the public during reasonable daylight hours.

2 miles from Abbotsbury Abbey

Abbotsbury Abbey in Dorset is a historic site featuring the remains of an 11th century Benedictine monastery, including the world's largest thatched tithe barn and St Catherine's Chapel. Visitors explore extensive outdoor ruins and heritage buildings managed by English Heritage, alongside the celebrated Abbotsbury Swannery nature reserve nearby.

Brook and Meadow Barns - Brook Barn

This accommodation is a detached barn conversion located in the New Forest National Park, offering a peaceful and scenic private retreat with open heathland and wildlife nearby.

The Swift House

A stylish luxury two-bedroom first floor apartment in Highcliffe, Christchurch offering a bright open-plan living space with a balcony, situated close to coastal scenery, Highcliffe beach, and the New Forest, providing a comfortable and modern coastal retreat ideal for families and friends.

3 miles from Hambledon Hill

Hambledon Hill is a prehistoric hill fort in Dorset featuring Neolithic and Iron Age earthworks. The site is a National Nature Reserve with significant wildlife and is owned by the National Trust, offering outdoor historical and natural exploration.

2 miles from Arne

RSPB Arne is a nature reserve in Dorset renowned for its diverse habitats and rare wildlife including all six native UK reptiles. Visitors can explore extensive heathlands, ancient oak woodland, wetlands and shoreline with facilities including accessible trails, a café, and events. Dog-friendly routes and mobility scooter hire enhance the visit experience in this outdoor wildlife haven.

3 miles from Home and Hearth: Archaeological finds exhibition

7–31 Oct (another 22 days)

An exhibition at Corfe Castle’s Welcome Centre presents archaeological finds from excavations, showing objects associated with everyday life in the medieval castle.

3 miles from Walton and Ivythorn Hills

Walton and Ivythorn Hills are a National Trust managed biological site of special scientific interest in Somerset featuring limestone hills, calcareous grasslands, historic buildings, and walking trails including the Polden Way.

The Victorian Barn - Helena

Helena is a converted Victorian barn set in the Dorset countryside that accommodates up to 8 guests with 4 ensuite bedrooms; it offers a peaceful rural environment with access to shared leisure facilities including an indoor pool, sauna, and games room, plus a private hot tub and outdoor space.

Rawlsbury Lodge

This single-storey lodge is situated in a picturesque Dorset countryside location, offering a private retreat with quality furnishings, an open-plan living area, and access to a private hot tub and decked garden space.

2 miles from Spyway

Spyway in Dorset offers a distinctive limestone coastal landscape with towering sea cliffs, grasslands rich in wildlife, historic sea quarries, and scenic walking trails along the South West Coast Path. It is a natural outdoor destination welcoming well-behaved dogs and free to the public.

St Anne's Cottages - Magnolia

A well-presented, semi-detached single-storey holiday home near Weymouth with extensive countryside views, close to coastal attractions and family-friendly activities, featuring a private enclosed garden and rural surroundings.

Located in Chickerell

Chickerell is a small town in Dorset near Weymouth, known for its scenic proximity to Chesil Beach and the Jurassic Coast, with local industry and leisure amenities including Bennetts Water Gardens and woodland walks.

Holly Farm Holiday Cottage - The Wrens

A stylish and peaceful two-bedroom bungalow in the countryside of Stoke St. Gregory, Somerset, offering step-free living and surrounded by scenic natural attractions.

3 miles from Burrow Mump

Burrow Mump is a historic hill in Somerset featuring the ruins of a 15th-century church atop a Norman motte, offering visitors panoramic views and a significant war memorial managed by the National Trust.

Meadow View Barn

This detached barn is located in the Dorset village of Bere Regis, offering a peaceful and scenic countryside retreat suitable for a small family or group of friends, featuring a courtyard garden and open-plan living spaces with views over the village rooftops and meadows.

The Farmhouse

The Farmhouse is a stylish and luxury detached holiday home located in a rural setting within a collection of holiday homes, suitable for multi-generational stays and exploring nearby natural attractions.

Ivy Cottage

Ivy Cottage is a peaceful period home with a stylish modern interior located on a quiet country lane on the edge of The New Forest National Park, near the Dorset coast, offering a private garden and a setting suitable for family stays with children over 12 years.

Near Poor Lot Barrow Cemetery

Poor Lot Barrow Cemetery is a Bronze Age archaeological site near Winterbourne Abbas in Dorset, featuring 44 round barrows of various types set on low-lying ground near a valley. Visitors can explore the barrow alignments and enjoy views from a nearby plateau.

3 miles from Pilsdon Pen

Pilsdon Pen in Dorset is a prominent landmark featuring an Iron Age hillfort with ancient burial mounds and archaeological remains. Visitors can enjoy walking trails, panoramic views, and the natural environment in an outdoor setting. Dogs are allowed on leads, and access is free, though the site involves steep climbs and uneven terrain making it not wheelchair accessible.

Feltham's Farm - The Organic Cabin

Feltham's Farm is a peaceful organic farm stay located in the quiet village of Horsington Marsh, Somerset, offering a homely and laid-back atmosphere with views of Blackmore Vale amidst countryside surroundings and nature.

Midknowle Farm Cottages - The Snug

This cosy single-storey barn conversion cottage is located in a peaceful scenic country setting between Castle Cary and Yeovil, featuring rural views and access to 10 acres of shared grounds.

Grange Farm Cottages - Woodpecker Cottage

Woodpecker Cottage is a single-storey barn conversion set in a quiet rural location near Sherborne, offering peaceful and cosy accommodation with a garden, private parking, and woodland stove, suitable for families and small groups.

Near Spyway

Spyway is a National Trust property in Dorset known for its 140 million-year-old dinosaur footprints and historic barn with smuggling history. Visitors can explore fossil footprints outdoors along the Priest's Way and experience local heritage.

Spire View Hut

A stylish and homely shepherds hut with an open plan living space, situated in a peaceful countryside setting with scenic views towards Salisbury Cathedral, offering a private hot tub and garden area for a romantic and private retreat.

2 miles from Pepperbox Hill

Pepperbox Hill is a natural outdoor site featuring an early 17th century brick folly and important chalk downland habitat supporting rare orchids, butterflies, and diverse flora. Visitors can explore the natural landscape and enjoy views from the historic folly.

Cruxton Lodge

A super stylish modern holiday home in rural West Dorset countryside with a spacious open plan living space, double bedroom, modern shower room, and private outdoor areas including a south-facing terrace and private river bank access, near a village with shops and restaurants and close to the Jurassic Coast.

The New Inn Farm - The New Inn Barn

This is a converted barn accommodation set in a large meadow with beautiful interiors, offering a peaceful countryside retreat with accessible features and private outdoor amenities including a hot tub and enclosed garden.

Goodwin House

Goodwin House is a renovated holiday cottage in the village of Shepton Beauchamp near Ilminster, featuring a cosy wood burner, three bedrooms, modern amenities, private parking, and an enclosed garden with patio in a tranquil English countryside setting.

Near Barrington Court

Barrington Court is a Tudor manor house in Somerset, combining historic architecture with Arts and Crafts-style gardens originally designed by Gertrude Jekyll. Visitors can explore the historic house, converted stable buildings, and extensive ornamental gardens including a kitchen garden supplying the onsite restaurant.

Thorney Country Cottages - The Tack Room

The Tack Room is a rural retreat suitable for couples and their pets with a galleried bedroom and an open-plan living space, located in a pastoral setting with shared enclosed grounds.

3 miles from Treasurer's House, Martock

Treasurer's House in Martock, Somerset, is a Grade I listed medieval house dating from the 13th century and owned by the National Trust. It features historic architecture including a great hall with a timber roof and medieval wall paintings, offering visitors an indoor historical experience.

Pig Sty Cottage

Pig Sty Cottage is a ground-floor cottage set within the grounds of a working farm near the village of West Milton in Dorset, surrounded by an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty with varied landscapes and coastal proximity.

Coppers Cottages - Bergerac Cottage

This property is a barn conversion holiday cottage near Lyme Regis, set in a peaceful rural area of exceptional natural beauty with countryside and waterside views, suitable for up to 5 guests.

Coast View Apartment

This is a ground floor beach front apartment with four bedrooms and two bathrooms, located near Lyme Bay on the Jurassic Coast. The accommodation offers a coastal, peaceful atmosphere with a shared large enclosed south-facing garden and sea views, suitable for families and groups.

Little Pickets - The Lodge

This luxury chalet bungalow in the New Forest near Ringwood features four bedrooms, an open-plan living space, a high-end kitchen, private decking with a sunken hot tub, and easy access to woodland walks, local attractions, and the coast, combining countryside calm with high-end holiday living.

Thorney Country Cottages - Orchard Cottage

This semi-detached cottage offers comfortable and spacious accommodation in a rural area, ideal as a couple's retreat with shared enclosed grounds and private parking.

3 miles from West Sedgemoor

West Sedgemoor is a protected wet meadow nature reserve in Somerset, known for its extensive bird populations and rare plants. The reserve itself is closed to the public to protect wildlife, but visitors can explore surrounding public footpaths for outdoor views and wildlife spotting.

The Victorian Barn - Beatrice

Beatrice is a luxury barn conversion in a rural estate setting in Dorset offering stylish accommodation for up to ten guests with shared estate facilities including an indoor pool, sauna, games room, and outdoor activities in a countryside location.

New Forest Cottages - Alice's Lodge

This ground floor wing of a larger property in Hampshire offers a peaceful and cosy escape with scenic views of landscaped gardens and direct access to New Forest National Park, suitable for couples or small families.

2 miles from Minterne House & Gardens

Minterne House & Gardens is a historic family home in Dorset, featuring unique Himalayan and woodland gardens known for their seasonal plants. Visitors can enjoy private tours of the house and gardens, tea shop snacks, and a peaceful natural environment. The venue is dog-friendly, has facilities for children, and hosts weddings and special events.

Located in Wareham

Wareham is a historic market town in Dorset, England, with Saxon origins and notable medieval town walls, located between two rivers near Poole Harbour. It offers rich cultural heritage, religious sites, traditional markets, annual events, and museum exhibits, accessible by train and local transport.

Located in Wimborne Minster

Wimborne Minster is a historic market town in Dorset, England, known for its Saxon church, cultural festivals, preserved architecture, and active community events.

White Horse Farm - Otter's Holt

This accommodation is a single-storey barn conversion and detached lodge cabin set over a 2-acre site in rural Dorset, providing a peaceful and sociable family-friendly retreat with access to countryside walks and nearby attractions.

2 miles from Minterne Gardens

Minterne Gardens is a 27-acre historic woodland garden in Dorset inspired by Capability Brown, featuring rhododendrons, mature trees, streams, and unique structures within a peaceful valley setting.

The Riding House

A 17th-century restored, stylish holiday home set within a large parkland estate with 8 individually designed ensuite kingsize bedrooms, suitable for groups and families.

Gooseberry Lodge

This detached self-contained holiday lodge sits on the private Rushmore Estate within rural countryside near the medieval village of Tollard Royal, offering a peaceful setting surrounded by natural woodland grounds and estate activities.

2 miles from Win Green

Win Green is the highest point in the Cranborne Chase offering extensive panoramic views and a rich natural habitat, crowned by a Bronze Age barrow with beech trees. The site is known for its outdoor natural beauty, historical significance, and wildlife.

Bedborough Farm Cottages - Old Barn 1

Old Barn 1 is a stylish holiday home part of a rural collection, featuring open plan living, private outdoor space with patio and hot tub, and situated near scenic countryside ideal for walking and cycling.

Coach House

This detached coach house offers accommodation for six guests with three bedrooms and is set within a large garden with scenic views and access to shared outdoor amenities near the Dorset coast.

3 miles from Corfe Castle

Corfe Castle is a historic 11th-century ruined stone castle atop a hill in Dorset, England, known for its medieval architecture and role in the English Civil War. Visitors can explore the castle ruins, enjoy scenic views, and learn about its rich history under National Trust care.

Greenbank Cottage

Greenbank Cottage is a charming period home full of character located in one of the prettiest villages in The New Forest National Park, offering a relaxing and peaceful countryside retreat with nearby woodland, wildlife, and coastal areas.

Located in Christchurch

Christchurch is a historic town on the south coast of Dorset, England, featuring a medieval priory, castle ruins, a picturesque harbour, and vibrant cultural events, making it a popular and accessible tourist destination.

The Victorian Barn - Plumtree

Spacious semi-detached rural holiday home in Woolland, Dorset with three ensuite bedrooms, open-plan living space, private hot tub, and access to on-site leisure facilities including an indoor heated swimming pool, games room, badminton court, and fishing lake, situated on a working farm.

2 miles from Dolphin Shopping Centre

Dolphin Shopping Centre is a large covered shopping mall located in Poole, Dorset, featuring over 90 retail units across three floors. It provides a fully accessible indoor shopping experience, a variety of food and drink options, and a health village healthcare clinic. The centre also offers children's play sculptures and is integrated with Poole Bus Station, forming a key town centre hub.

The Compasses Inn Cottages - White Wing

This cottage offering is located close to the New Forest and is set in an ancient village with historic features and countryside surroundings, adjacent to a village pub and near various outdoor activity opportunities.

Coach House Holidays Ltd - The Retreat

This elevated timber-framed cabin on the edge of the New Forest offers a cosy and stylish retreat blending nature and comfort, featuring a wraparound deck and private sunken hot tub, situated near beaches and trails for a peaceful forest and coastal experience.

The Victorian Barn - Stable

The Stable is a ground-floor, two-bedroom cottage set in the peaceful Dorset countryside village of Woolland, offering rural charm and modern comfort with scenic views and a private hot tub.

Little Pickets - Little Picket

Little Picket is a luxurious five-bedroom countryside retreat in the New Forest near Ringwood, set in a peaceful rural location with scenic views and outdoor activities, suitable for groups and families including pets.

3 miles from Studland Bay

Studland Bay is a natural coastline in Dorset featuring a four-mile sandy beach with bathing waters and views of Old Harry Rocks. It offers outdoor activities including water sports, walking trails through dunes and woodlands rich in wildlife, and historical sites like a WWII observation bunker. Facilities include a café, shop, beach huts, and accessibility features.

Sid's Place

Sid's Place is a single-storey accommodation set in a tranquil rural setting near horses and ponies grazing with direct access to Hurn Forest, offering countryside views and a private decking area.

3 miles from Lewesdon Hill

Lewesdon Hill is the highest point in Dorset, England, managed by the National Trust with notable walking paths, natural scenery, and a WWII Spitfire crash memorial. The site offers outdoor exploration of its summit ridge, woodland, and historical significance.

The Victorian Barn- Leopold

Leopold is a spacious barn conversion located in rural Dorset offering 4 ensuite bedrooms for up to 8 guests, ideal for families or groups, with countryside views and access to shared onsite facilities including an indoor pool, sauna, games room, fishing lakes, and a private hot tub.

Belvedere

This modern stylish holiday home is set in a rural location near the Dorset coast and the historic town of Wimborne, offering spacious accommodation with four bedrooms and two bathrooms, along with a private hot tub and games room overlooking fields.

2 miles from Kingston Lacy

Kingston Lacy is a historic 17th-century Italianate country house and estate near Wimborne Minster, Dorset, featuring extensive formal gardens, parkland, and a significant fine art collection. The house offers a blend of indoor tours with finely decorated interiors and outdoor exploration of its historic gardens and grounds.

3 miles from Stepping into Parkinson’s and nature: walking programme

7 Sep, 14 Sep…

A 12-week walking programme at Kingston Lacy for people living with Parkinson’s, with weekly walks that gradually build in pace while participants connect with nature. Sessions also offer activity advice and support from volunteer walk leaders.

The Victorian Barn - Byre

The Byre is a ground floor barn conversion in a peaceful Dorset village, offering open plan living accommodation with two ensuite bedrooms and shared access to extensive on-site leisure facilities including a heated indoor pool and gardens.

Near Swell Wood

Swell Wood is an ancient woodland nature reserve in Somerset featuring three wildlife trails, diverse flora and fauna, and the largest Grey Heron breeding colony in South-West England. Visitors can explore accessible trails with viewpoints and a hide, enjoy picnics, and experience a rich natural habitat.

The Victorian Barn - Hayloft

Hayloft is a first-floor countryside apartment with character and privacy, set within a historic Victorian barn estate offering shared amenities including a heated indoor pool, fishing lakes, games room and scenic surroundings in Dorset.

Holly Hedge Farm - Robins Nest

A detached barn conversion with three bedrooms and one bathroom situated on the grounds of Holly Hedge Farm in a rural area of Dorset with local amenities and attractions nearby.

3 miles from Hive Beach

Hive Beach is a scenic shingle beach on the Jurassic Coast known for spectacular coastal views, wildlife spotting, and family-friendly activities. Visitors can enjoy walking trails, accessible facilities including mobility scooter hire, and a café with coastal views.

White Horse Farm - Toad Hall

A ground-floor holiday barn with open plan living space in Dorset set within 2 acres of natural woodland, offering a peaceful rural retreat near historic towns and museums.

Star Cottage

Star Cottage in Ringwood is a newly renovated, stylish and cosy cottage ideal for a romantic getaway or small family holiday, located close to the New Forest and local amenities in a peaceful yet convenient town center setting.

Located in Ringwood

Ringwood is a historic market town in Hampshire by the River Avon, known for its weekly market, rich medieval history, and cultural heritage including a notable brewery and filming locations.

2 miles from Max Gate

Max Gate is a Grade I listed historic house in Dorchester, Dorset, designed and built by Thomas Hardy, showcasing Queen Anne style architecture, and open to public visits with access to multiple rooms including studies and bedrooms associated with Hardy's life and works.

2 miles from Kingston Lacy

Kingston Lacy in Dorset is an opulent family home styled as a Venetian Palace, surrounded by extensive gardens and an 8,500-acre estate featuring heathland, hill forts and rare cattle breeds. Visitors can explore the house's remarkable art collection and ancient Egyptian artefacts, enjoy child-friendly play areas, café dining, and guided garden tours. The venue offers a mix of indoor and outdoor experiences with good accessibility and dog-friendly outdoor areas.

Farriers

A charming holiday home annex in the New Forest National Park set along a quiet country lane offering a peaceful and romantic countryside retreat for couples with a double bedroom, sitting room, kitchen, bathroom, private parking and a small courtyard outdoor space.

Little Oaks

Newly renovated one-bedroom barn conversion with rural tranquility located between Lyme Regis and Bridport near the Jurassic Coast, featuring an open-plan living space, underfloor heating, enclosed garden, private parking, and pet-friendly policy.

3 miles from Brownsea Island

Brownsea Island is a large island in Poole Harbour, Dorset, managed by the National Trust with extensive nature reserves, wildlife habitats, and historical sites including Brownsea Castle. It is famed as the location of the first experimental Scout camp in 1907, and it offers outdoor activities, nature trails, and cultural events for visitors.

Barnyard

Barnyard is a luxurious Dorset barn conversion retreat finished in 2023, set on a smallholding with farm animals, featuring ground-floor level access, designed with accessibility in mind, and surrounded by an enclosed garden and patio with private hot tub, suitable for families and pets.

Located in Verwood

Verwood is a historic market town in Dorset, England, known for its cultural heritage, community events, and local pottery industry, with accessible amenities, recreational facilities, and a walkable town centre.

3 miles from Fontmell and Melbury Downs

Fontmell and Melbury Downs is a protected chalk downland area in Dorset known for its beautiful open grasslands, circular walking routes, diverse wildlife, and scenic viewpoints including Melbury Beacon. It offers accessible outdoor experiences with opportunities to spot butterflies, orchids and glow-worms in summer, set in the landscape that inspired Thomas Hardy's novels.

Located in Shaftesbury

Shaftesbury is a historic hilltop town in Dorset, England, known for its scenic views, the ruins of Shaftesbury Abbey, the iconic cobbled Gold Hill, and vibrant cultural events including an annual Snowdrop Festival.

The Victorian Barn - Ashwood

Ashwood is a renovated Victorian barn conversion located in peaceful Dorset countryside with private and shared facilities including a hot tub, patio, indoor pool, sauna, and games room, suitable for families or groups.

Located in Sturminster Newton

Sturminster Newton is a historic market town in Dorset known for its literary connections, heritage museum, and cultural festivals, set in the scenic Blackmore Vale.

Coach House Holidays Ltd - Shire Cottage

A charming former coach house on the edge of the New Forest offering a stylish and cosy open-plan living space with a mezzanine double bedroom and a private terrace with hot tub and barbecue, set in a peaceful countryside location ideal for walking and cycling.

3 miles from Hod Hill

Hod Hill is a large Iron Age hillfort and Roman fort site in Dorset, England, featuring ancient earthworks, archaeological remains, and a calcareous grassland habitat, open to the public as a National Trust historic site.

Midelney Music Room

This accommodation is a unique period property set in private surroundings with an enclosed plantsman-designed courtyard garden near Midelney Manor, offering a quiet and scenic retreat with countryside views and historical character.

3 miles from Old Harry Rocks

Old Harry Rocks are distinctive chalk stacks and formations on the Isle of Purbeck coast in Dorset, marking the eastern end of the Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site. Visitors can explore the natural coastal landscape and admire views including the Isle of Wight's Needles.

Cowdea 2

This semi-detached, single-storey stone barn conversion is located on the outskirts of the peaceful rural hamlet of Bettiscombe in West Dorset, offering a cosy and scenic holiday base for couples or small families near countryside walks and local attractions.

The Victorian Barn - Victoria Albert

Victoria Albert is a spacious countryside retreat near Sherborne with flexible accommodation for sixteen guests across five en-suite bedrooms, featuring a private hot tub, shared indoor heated swimming pool, games room, and lawned grounds with garden furniture, set on a working farm with nearby countryside attractions.

The Old Tithe Barn

This Grade II 13th-century detached stone tithe barn in Litton Cheney offers character accommodation for 19 guests with nine en-suite bedrooms and is set on a working farm in a scenic countryside location near Chesil Beach and the Jurassic Coast.

2 miles from Kingston Russell Stone Circle

Kingston Russell Stone Circle is the largest stone circle in Dorset, dating from the Bronze Age and consisting of eighteen sarsen stones arranged in an oval. The monument is set on a chalk ridge overlooking the sea, open to the public during daylight hours and managed by English Heritage as a scheduled ancient site.