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Short Breaks in Dorset

511 properties found

A brick end terrace house with a white door and windows and a paved driveway at The Nightingale in Weymouth

The Nightingale

Weymouth, Dorset

4 Guests
2 Beds
Pet Friendly
Wifi

for 3 nights

From

£530

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

123 On The Sea - The Eaves

Weymouth, Dorset

2 Guests
1 Beds
No pets
Wifi

for 3 nights

From

£385

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

123 On The Sea - Victoria’s Place

Weymouth, Dorset

2 Guests
1 Beds
No pets
Wifi

for 3 nights

From

£385

A terrace with table and chair overlooking a street at Harbour Retreat in Weymouth

Harbour Retreat

Weymouth, Dorset

4 Guests
2 Beds
No pets
Wifi

for 3 nights

From

£421

A garden shed with a table and chairs in the garden at tbc

Swanage, Dorset

2 Guests
1 Beds
Pet Friendly
Wifi

for 3 nights

From

£466

A house with garage and pathway at Millmead House in Portesham

Millmead House

Portesham, Dorset

8 Guests
4 Beds
Pet Friendly
Wifi

for 3 nights

From

£856

A living room with furniture including a sofa and a dresser at 4 The Beaches in Weymouth
New

4 The Beaches

Weymouth, Dorset

2 Guests
1 Beds
No pets
Wifi

for 3 nights

From

£573

A hallway with door opening to the sea at 123 On The Sea - The Cubby in Weymouth
New

123 On The Sea - The Cubby

Weymouth, Dorset

2 Guests
1 Beds
No pets
Wifi

for 3 nights

From

£374

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

The Shippon

Honiton, Devon

2 Guests
1 Beds
No pets
Wifi

for 3 nights

From

£502

An entrance with double doors and window at Frome Gazey in Frampton
New

Frome Gazey Barn

Frampton, Dorset

2 Guests
1 Beds
No pets
Wifi

for 3 nights

From

£525

A living room with a sofa and television at 2Bed Ringwood Cabin incl Park Pass SelfCheckin Saint Leonards near Ferndown
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Saint Leonards near Ferndown, Dorset

4 Guests
2 Beds
Pet Friendly
Wifi

for 3 nights

From

£505

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

Little Brook

Nottington near Weymouth, Dorset

2 Guests
1 Beds
Pet Friendly
Wifi

for 3 nights

From

£552

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

for 3 nights

From

£367

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

Village View

Burton Bradstock, Dorset

2 Guests
1 Beds
Pet Friendly
Wifi

for 3 nights

From

£498

A garden with a table and chairs at Tipsy Turtle in Weymouth

Tipsy Turtle

Portland, Dorset

2 Guests
1 Beds
Pet Friendly
Wifi

for 3 nights

From

£442

A living room with a sofa and dining area at Charming Barn Annex with Stables New Forest Escape

Ringwood, Hampshire

4 Guests
1 Beds
Pet Friendly
Wifi

for 3 nights

From

£347

A house with solar panels and a gravel driveway at 2 North Road Maiden Newton, Dorset

2 North Road

Maiden Newton, Dorset, Dorset

4 Guests
2 Beds
Pet Friendly
Wifi

for 3 nights

From

£454

A garden with grass a wooden deck with a swing and a patio with chairs and a table at Blue Waters in Weymouth

Blue Waters

Weymouth, Dorset

2 Guests
1 Beds
No pets
Wifi

for 3 nights

From

£462

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

for 3 nights

From

£732

A stone and brick house with arched windows a green door a bench and gravel driveway at The Coach House at Lackington Farm in Piddletrenthide

The Coach House at Lackington Farm

Piddletrenthide, Dorset

3 Guests
2 Beds
No pets
Wifi

for 3 nights

From

£689

Take a break from the hustle and bustle of day-to-day life and enjoy a few days in beautiful Dorset.

Available throughout the year, short breaks in Dorset allow you to sample the delights of this charming county over a long weekend break.

Why A Short Break in Dorset?

Dorset is just a two-hour drive from London and is easily accessible from the rest of the country.

Therefore, making it ideal for a few days of relaxation and respite. Blow away the cobwebs with walks aplenty at Cranborne Chase AONB, or breathe in the sea air along the Jurassic Coast before a well-deserved drink in a traditional cosy pub.

One of these weekend short breaks in Dorset will leave you feeling rested and rejuvenated.

The collection of Dorset cottages are perfectly located to enjoy the pretty seaside towns, golden sandy beaches, medieval castles, picturesque villages and enchanting harbours of Dorset.

Places for a Weekend Break in Dorset

Boasting a multitude of activities to suit all interests, you will be sure to have a fun-filled itinerary to keep the whole family entertained during your short break in Dorset.

Take a scenic boat trip and experience the picturesque harbours and dramatic coastlines around Poole and Lyme Regis. Or, get on board and surf the waves at Kimmeridge Bay and Bournemouth Beach.

Why not jump aboard the Swanage Railway and marvel at sites such as Corfe Castle on the 12-mile return trip around Dorset and the beautiful Purbeck countryside.

Just 30 minutes from the award-winning golden sands of Weymouth, the vibrant market town of Dorchester is well worth a visit, with museums and shops aplenty.

If you want to get out and enjoy the fresh coastal air, then a walk along the South West Coast Path should be high on your priority list; marvel at the natural wonders of Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door.

Why not recharge in the charming villages or Worth Matravers and Easton, ideal places to explore the coast.

Whatever your reason for visiting, a short break in Dorset is one of the best ways of relaxing and enjoying the South West.

Types of Dorset Short Breaks

Treat yourself to a weekend away in one of our luxury Dorset cottages.

Or bring your friends and family together and enjoy one of our large holiday cottages that sleeps 10 or more.

Whether you’re looking for a harbour view or a coastal cottage, we have hundreds of properties across the county for your next weekend break in Dorset.

We also have a collection of winter short breaks for those wanting to visit in the quieter months, as well as plenty of properties for short breaks in Devon too. If you're going away with your pooch, why not consider one of these cottages for dog-friendly short breaks?

For more information on our weekend breaks in Dorset, call our team of expert travel guides.

Or, you can book online today to start planning the perfect short break in Dorset.

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