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Waterside Holiday Park and Spa

Waterside Holiday Park & Spa is a five-star beach side Holiday Park at Bowleaze Cove in Weymouth.…

Waterside Holiday Park & Spa

Character Farm Cottages

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Cogden Cottages

The Cogden cottages are situated in the very pretty County of Dorset in the southwest of England…

Cogden Cottages

Lyme Bay Holidays

Everything about a Lyme Bay Holiday is special. Lyme Bay Holidays (QAA) know what's really…

Lyme Bay Holidays

Doles Ash Farm Holiday Cottages

Located in the heart of Hardy’s Dorset, Doles Ash Farm Holiday Cottages offers a relaxing break…

Dorset Cottage Holidays

Over 90 holiday cottages throughout Dorset.  Our cottages are handpicked and inspected by our…

Bookham Court

Bookham Court Holiday Cottages are 4/5 star cottages sleeping 2-9 guests.They enjoy panoramic views…

Upton Grange Holiday Cottages

From it’s location of privilege, cossetted in the centre of the tiny unspoilt hamlet of Upton,…

Toad Hall Cottages

Toad Hall Cottages are a leading provider of holiday cottages throughout the South West, call now…

Osmington Holiday Park

Osmington Lodge Park is a relaxed luxury lodge park set in the beautiful wooded valley of Osmington…

Weymouth Bay Holiday Park

Our park is set amidst Dorset’s green fields and rolling hills. So this really is an idyllic spot,…

Classic Cottages

For over 40 years, Classic Cottages have been the independent holiday cottage specialists. Still…

Dream Cottages

Dream Cottages specialise in self-catering holiday cottages with around 300 independently owned,…

Silverlake Dorset

Sitting in the heart of West Dorset, Silverlake offers a stunning space that celebrates unspoilt…

Rudge Farm Cottages

Rudge Farm provides a beautiful countryside location for a stress-free holiday a short distance…

Riverside Park

Riverside Park is located on the banks of the River Stour in the centre of the beautiful historic…

Crafty Camping

The Woodsman's treehouse & five luxury Glamping tents set in a beautiful Woodland setting alongside…

Lulworth Holiday Cottages

12 Luxury holiday cottages on the historic Lulworth Estate. Collection of properties, sleeping 2-18…

Berehayes Holiday Cottages

AA 4 star. 16th Century converted farm cottages in the beautiful Marshwood Vale. Eight cottages in…

Greenwood Grange

At Greenwood Grange we have 16 cottages which sleep from 2 to 12 people and wonderful leisure…

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Dorset is the perfect destination for a self catering holiday. You’ll find an excellent choice of quality self catering holiday accommodation including luxury apartments by the sea, idyllic rural holiday cottages, tree top retreats and romantic boltholes - we guarantee Dorset will be just what you're looking for!

A self catering holiday offers you the freedom to come and go as you please and relax in comfortable surroundings with everything you need at your fingertips. You get to enjoy your holiday at your own pace!

Self catering accommodation for everyone!

For families, picture staying in a rustic Dorset farmhouse or log cabin, complete with acres of land for the children to run free, swimming pools, chickens providing fresh eggs in the morning, and glorious walks right on your doorstep.

For couples, a chocolate box cottage with a thatched roof situated in a tranquil setting with an inglenook fireplace and beamed ceilings with far reaching countryside views…..close your eyes and take a deep breath and you can almost imagine yourself on the perfect holiday right now.

Holiday in style in Dorset

If you love to holiday in style, Dorset offers plenty of luxury accommodation too. 

Why not spend a unique break in a luxurious treehouse set high up in the branches in a beautiful woodland setting. Complete with sauna, hot tub and revolving woodburner, this will be a holiday you cherish for years to come.

From swanky apartments overlooking the sparking sea to beautifully refurbished barn conversions, we guarantee you will find somewhere that’s pure indulgence.

Self catering Dorset surrounded by spectacular coast and countryside!

When it comes to coast and countryside Dorset has the best of both worlds so you’re never far away from one or the other!

If you’re looking to get back to nature then treat yourself to a self catering holiday off the beaten track in the heart of the Dorset countryside. Or if you love to be beside the sea then book a break overlooking the fantastic Dorset coast. Whichever you choose, you won’t be disappointed!

Dorset - the perfect destination for a dog friendly holiday

There is plenty of holiday accommodation in Dorset that welcomes dogs so there's no need to leave your four legged friend at home! Dorset is a fantastic destination if you're holidaying with your dog, with plenty of inland and coastal walks to choose from and many attractions, restaurants and cafes also welcoming dogs.

Book your dream self catering holiday today!

Yes, it sounds too good to be true but Dorset really does have everything you’re looking for! So there is no need to keep dreaming, book your self catering holiday of a lifetime now and start making those all important memories. 

Browse the list below to find your perfect self catering holiday in Dorset. Make sure you mention the Visit Dorset website when booking your stay.

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  1. The Bungalow Cumulus Outdoors Swanage

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    Self-catering bungalow accommodation for up to 12 persons within walking distance of Swanage beach. Ideal for family groups.

    Price £220.00 Per unit per night

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    Mead Cottage

    West Bay, Bridport

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    Situated at West Bay, on the Jurassic Coast within the heart of a World Heritage Conservation Area, Mead Cottage is a delightful comfortable modern mid-terrace two-bedroomed cottage with a sunny secluded garden and private parking for two cars. …

    Price £425.00 Per unit per week

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  3. 35 Rabling Road

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    35 Rabling Road

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    Comfortable and well equipped holiday apartment within a Purbeck Stone house, decorated to a high standard, a few minutes' walk to sea front and town centre.

    Price £210.00 to £720.00 Per unit per week

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  4. Laurie's End

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    Laurie's End

    Wimborne

    5- 10 minutes' walk from Wimborne town, market, the Minster, Rivers Stour and Allen, Tivoli Theatre, Model Town, Chained Library and Priest's House Museum, yet a quiet location. Light and spacious older style end of terrace house; cosy wood stove…

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    • Your Owner is a professional cycling instructor cum ride leader and is offering guests a pre-booked half day guided cycle ride from Laurie's End front door suitable for novice to intermediate riders.

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