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Summer Breaks in Dorset

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An outdoor patio area with tables, chairs, and flower beds outside cream walls with blue doors and windows at The Compass in Swanage

The Compass

Swanage, Dorset

2 Guests
1 Beds
No pets
Wifi

Fri 11th Jun for 7 nights

£666

An exterior view of a rustic building with tiled roof and multiple glass doors opening onto a cobblestone courtyard with potted plants and a garden area at The Shippon in Honiton
Offer

The Shippon

Honiton, Devon

2 Guests
1 Beds
No pets
Wifi

Fri 20th Aug for 7 nights

£1073

A window with champagne and glasses overlooking the sea at 123 On The Sea – The Eaves in Weymouth
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123 On The Sea - The Eaves

Weymouth, Dorset

2 Guests
1 Beds
No pets
Wifi

Fri 11th Jun for 7 nights

£768

£680

A stone cottage with a white door and windows a wooden gate and gravel driveway at Little Brook in Nottington near Weymouth
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Little Brook

Nottington near Weymouth, Dorset

2 Guests
1 Beds
Pet Friendly
Wifi

Fri 11th Jun for 7 nights

£846

£813

A small stone patio with a round table and chairs next to a wooden bench outside a stone house at Tiddlers Cottage in Uploders near Bridport

Tiddlers Cottage

Uploders near Bridport, Dorset

2 Guests
1 Beds
No pets
Wifi

Mon 7th Jun for 7 nights

£750

A white house with a glass porch and wooden railings on a paved patio at Village View in Burton Bradstock
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Village View

Burton Bradstock, Dorset

2 Guests
1 Beds
Pet Friendly
Wifi

Sat 28th Aug for 7 nights

£1168

£1134

A small brick and stone building with a slate roof surrounded by trees and bushes in a garden at The Folly at Castlebridge in Mere
Offer

The Folly at Castlebridge

Mere, Wiltshire

2 Guests
1 Beds
Pet Friendly
Wifi

Fri 18th Jun for 7 nights

£804

£802

A house with a deck and garden at Little Retreat in Upwey
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Little Retreat

Upwey, Dorset

2 Guests
1 Beds
No pets
Wifi

Sat 3rd Jul for 7 nights

£667

£640

A patio with a round table and chairs under a green umbrella surrounded by potted plants and garden furniture at Sixpenny Cottage in Upwey

Sixpenny Cottage

Upwey, Dorset

2 Guests
1 Beds
No pets
Wifi

Fri 18th Jun for 7 nights

£709

A single story white building with a grey roof and glass entrance surrounded by a wooden fence at Cliff Barn in Burton Bradstock
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Cliff Barn

Burton Bradstock, Dorset

2 Guests
1 Beds
Pet Friendly
Wifi

Sat 3rd Jul for 7 nights

£896

£867

A living room with a grey sofa with colorful cushions a glass coffee table and a fireplace at Ocean Retreat in Weymouth
Offer

Ocean Retreat

Weymouth, Dorset

2 Guests
1 Beds
No pets
Wifi

Fri 16th Jul for 7 nights

£1459

A small dining area with a round table set for four near a window with a view of the beach and ocean at 5 The Beaches Weymouth
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5 The Beaches

Weymouth, Dorset

2 Guests
1 Beds
No pets
Wifi

Fri 2nd Jul for 7 nights

£912

£886

A living room with a sofa, chair, coffee table and television at 123 On The Sea – Victoria’s Place in Weymouth
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123 On The Sea - Victoria’s Place

Weymouth, Dorset

2 Guests
1 Beds
No pets
Wifi

Fri 11th Jun for 7 nights

£814

£728

A garden with a house and patio furniture at The Pebble in Dorchester
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The Pebble

Melbury Osmond near Yetminster, Dorset

2 Guests
1 Beds
Pet Friendly
Wifi

Sat 12th Jun for 7 nights

£573

£554

A garden with green grass a small tree and outdoor dining table with chairs next to a stone and white building at Valley View Farm Annexe in Uplyme
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Valley View Farm Annexe

Uplyme, Devon

2 Guests
1 Beds
No pets
Wifi

Fri 4th Jun for 7 nights

£432

£414

A single-story building with white walls and wooden framed windows and door surrounded by gravel and shrubs at Russet in Martin
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Russet

Martin, Dorset

2 Guests
1 Beds
Pet Friendly
Wifi

Fri 20th Aug for 7 nights

£634

£580

A living room with a sofa and coffee table at 6 Bedford Place in Bridport
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No. 6

Bridport, Dorset

2 Guests
1 Beds
Pet Friendly
Wifi

Sat 5th Jun for 7 nights

£752

£686

A small white house with a dark roof and black windows surrounded by potted plants and a gravel driveway with purple flowers in the foreground at Little England Cottage in Milborne St Andrew

Little England Cottage

Milborne St Andrew, Dorset

2 Guests
1 Beds
Pet Friendly
Wifi

Sat 5th Jun for 7 nights

£611

A stone cottage with black framed windows and a black door on a brick paved street at Stable Cottage Colyton

Stable Cottage

Colyton, Devon

2 Guests
1 Beds
No pets
Wifi

Sat 5th Jun for 7 nights

£602

A brick house exterior with white framed windows a door a mailbox and a small outdoor table with a bench at Goliath in Brewers Quay Harbour
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Goliath

Brewers Quay Harbour, Dorset

2 Guests
1 Beds
Pet Friendly
Wifi

Fri 4th Jun for 7 nights

£840

£827

Find the pastoral beauty of Dorset's summer cottages, where tranquilly meets sun-kissed scenery. With our hand-picked collection of cottages for your ideal summer break, relax and take in the beauty of this coastal paradise.

Why Choose Summer Breaks in Dorset?

The most authentically English coastal experience possible is guaranteed when renting a summer house in Dorset. Dorset is a remarkable combination of natural beauty, historic charm, and outdoor adventure, nestled along the breathtaking Jurassic Coast.

 Imagine waking up to the soothing sound of waves lapping on the shore and enjoying your morning coffee while taking in the spectacular vistas of the ocean. Explore lovely coastal towns like Lyme Regis, Weymouth, and Swanage, each offering its own distinctive character, seafood delights, and leisurely strolls along the promenade with a Dorset summer villa.

 Hikers and nature lovers will love Dorset's lush landscapes and rolling hills, and there are countless possibilities to explore the area's rich history and cultural legacy. The beautiful Corfe Castle and the lovely gardens of Mapperton House are also great places to unveil the past. 

Places to Visit during Your Summer Holiday in Dorset

Your summer vacation in Dorset serves as a springboard to a wealth of alluring locations. Begin in Abbotsbury, a city renowned for its charming history and breathtaking Abbotsbury Subtropical Gardens. Then, make your way to Corfe Castle, where historic ruins and sweeping vistas are waiting atop its commanding peak.

Next, proceed to West Bay, a tranquil coastal community renowned for its golden cliffs and stunning Jurassic Coast backdrop. Don't miss Lyme Regis, a seaside jewel known for its picturesque Cobb Harbour and fossil-filled beaches. With its sandy beaches and bustling waterfront, where you can savour fresh seafood, Weymouth beckons.

 Discover West Bexington, a peaceful community that offers pristine natural beauty and undeveloped beaches, for a calm getaway. On your summer vacation, Dorset's various towns and villages have something to offer everyone, whether you're looking for history, natural wonders, or coastal relaxation.

Types of Summer Break in Dorset

At Dream Cottages, we offer a selection of beautiful homes for you to find some respite in this summer. If you’re looking for an escape with your loved ones, enjoy an adventure to one of these family cottages. Furthermore, we offer idyllic romantic cottages for those looking to reignite the spark this year.

To make the most of the warm weather, there are cottages with swimming pools and cottages with sea-views. There's also lots of Easter cottages and cottages for May half-term to take a look at too, for those of you hoping to book a getaway earlier in the year.

 For a wonderful summer cottage in Dorset, secure your stay with Dream Cottages.

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