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- Bedrooms5
- PetsYes
Harbins Farm is a farmhouse dating back 200 years, in Glanvilles Wootton Near Sherborne, Dorset, pet-friendly with woodburning stoves. (Ref. 1200098)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Ground floor bedroom
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
3 nights from £1046
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- Sleeps12
- Bedrooms6
- PetsYes
Woodlands House is an impressive, dog-friendly retreat near the beach in Ringwood, Dorset, offering a hot tub, ground-floor living, and a balcony. (Ref. 1194318)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Ground floor bedroom
- Hot Tub
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
3 nights from £1611
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- Sleeps6
- Bedrooms3
- PetsNo
Rose Cottage, a charming thatched cottage nestled in Osmington, within Dorset National Landscape, boasts a large garden and proximity to local amenities. (Ref. 1200211)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
3 nights from £718
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3 nights from £466
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- Sleeps4
- Bedrooms2
- PetsNo
7 Blue Water is a ground‑floor apartment in Bournemouth, Dorset, featuring open‑plan living, a balcony with furniture and designated parking. (Ref. 1202344)
- Wi-fi
- Ground floor bedroom
- Washing machine
3 nights from £505
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- Sleeps4
- Bedrooms2
- PetsNo
Swanny View is a welcoming caravan featuring open‑plan living, enclosed decking with furniture, EV charging on‑site and easy access to local amenities. (Ref. 1201196)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Ground floor bedroom
3 nights from £407
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- Sleeps4
- Bedrooms3
- PetsYes
Park View is a welcoming house in Weymouth, Dorset, offering three bedrooms, enclosed rear garden, and easy reach of shop, pub, and beach. (Ref. 1198402)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Dishwasher
3 nights from £536
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- Sleeps8
- Bedrooms4
- PetsYes
Old Post Office is a contemporary, four-bedroom home resting rurally in Glanvilles Wootton near Sherborne, Dorset. (Ref. 1129395)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Hot Tub
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
3 nights from £1256
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- Sleeps6
- Bedrooms2
- PetsNo
This stunning, two-bedroom abode is perched in Lytchett Matravers, Dorset. (Ref. 1084628)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Hot Tub
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Baby-friendly
3 nights from £732
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- Sleeps3
- Bedrooms2
- PetsNo
Gold Gems Award Winner for Best on the South Coast 2023. (Ref. 1087048)
- Wi-fi
- Off-road parking
- Ground floor bedroom
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
3 nights from £699
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.