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Cute, Cosy & Stylish Bothy Cottage, near Sherborne
Stylish, Comfortable & Quirky - “Top 10 Dorset Airbnb” (Conde Nast Traveller) in a “Top 50 UK Village” (Sunday Times). The Bothy is a detached stone cottage where you can share some free Prosecco on your private terrace. It is in the rural historic Yetminster Conservation Area with a thatched pub, café & shop. It is next door to a quintessential "Chocolate Box" thatched cottage. You are on the edge of the Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty with good access to the sea & Jurassic Coast.

Authentic, cosy, thatched cottage, mins from coast
Cosy Carters Cottage nestles in the peaceful Dorset hamlet of North Chideock, adjacent to 16th century Home Farm Cottage. A fab rambler's location, with EV charger, 40 mins walk from the Jurassic coastline, 3 thatched pubs, Spar shop, Felicity's Farm Shop, Hell's Lane smugglers hollow-way, Colmers Hill & Symondsbury Estate Cafe. 15 mins drive to Lyme Regis. The cottage is simply furnished - 2 bedrooms, (second at top of stairs) WC, kitchen & lounge. Guest parking with private, walled garden.

Artist’s Creative Hideaway & Sauna
Beautiful, inspiring, and peaceful, Arthouse is a place to escape. This converted art studio in West Dorset is close to Chesil Beach and the Jurassic Coast. It is surrounded by wildflowers and features contemporary art and sculptures by artists Rouwen and Reeve. The space is complemented by mid-century modern furnishings, high ceilings, and exposed beams. All doors open to a private patio and a naturalistic garden. The Sauna, located in the gravel garden looks out onto sculptures and plants.

Log Cabin/Hot Tub on Private Lake Jurassic Coast
This very charming, cosy and rustic log cabin is located on a private lake on the outskirts of a quiet family farm in North Chideock, just 5 minutes drive from the Jurassic Coast. The tranquil surroundings make this place the perfect romantic getaway for couples and an amazing place to spend a holiday as a family. Various wildlife and lifestock are frequent visitors of the cabin including our resident heron. Enjoy a drink on the sun deck and watch the sunset over the fields from the hot tub.

Beautiful rural retreat, outskirts of Swanage
Ideal for walkers, bird-watchers and nature lovers, this quiet bolt-hole is in the garden of one of the oldest houses in Swanage. The Purbeck stone building in the southern outskirts of the town is separate from the main house, has it's own entrance and off-road parking. A five minute walk brings you to the Durlston National Nature Reserve looking out over the Jurassic coast. Durlston Castle, the Lighthouse and the Southwest Coast Path are 15 minutes away on foot. All without crossing a road.

Luxurious Shepherd’s Hut with Hot Tub
Get back in touch with nature at this luxury Shepherd’s Hut nestled in a quiet hamlet. Enjoy the large hut’s interior amid thoughtful industrial style decor and modern finishes and embrace outdoor living in your own large outdoor space, surrounded by breathtaking views of the countryside. Relax in the large fire fuelled hot tub, lounge on the deck in front of the fire pit or grab a bean bag and find a quiet spot in your own private paddock. This place offers luxurious comfort indoors and out.

The Beach Hytte - Stunning Sea View Penthouse
Enjoy your perfect getaway in this award winning 2 bed penthouse apartment with 180 degree sea views in the heart of the tranquil Alum Chine area of Bournemouth just a few minutes walk from the beach. The property boasts two dining areas, one of which sits on the large balcony with views across Bournemouth beach and a bespoke wood burning stove for the winter nights. The open plan kitchen leads onto a cozy living room where you can enjoy Sky Glass TV entertainment through super fast WiFi.

A luxury unique home spa - White Stones Retreats.
Set in a prime position amidst a quintessential village of thatched cottages. Where wildflower paths and trickling streams amble down the the beautiful Osmington Bay. Toe dipping in the shallows, coastal walks under flaring sunsets, hibernating in our home spa while storms crash outside. Our unique holiday home offers a sanctuary in all weathers. With a collated & collected vibe, this light filled cottage is perfect for families looking for a beach escape, only a 5 minute drive to the sea.

Stylish Barn Conversion
The Barn is a converted property located at the head of the stunning Tarrant valley within the Cranborne Chase Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The main living area has dual aspect and bifold doors out onto an enclosed patio, garden and seating area. Two of the bedrooms have internal balconies into the main body of the barn and triple velux roof windows to enjoy the rural views. The third bedroom has bifold doors onto the patio and an en-suite with rainfall snail shower. TV/cinema room.

The Old Dairy, with beautiful westward views.
This stylishly converted old dairy has oak and beams and flooring and has beautiful far reaching views west towards Lyme Regis . It is perfect the perfect base for exploring this part of the beautiful Jurassic-coast, browsing around the Georgian market town of Bridport, fossiling in Lyme Regis and walking in the West Dorset’s Area Of Outstanding Beauty. Relax in the evening light out in the garden area looking over the fields and woods. Picnic is in the woodland with the bbq provided .

Jurassic Coast Boutique Retreat with Views
Set amid the rolling Dorset countryside with far reaching breathtaking views The Hayloft is a relaxed luxury retreat designed for slow, restorative stays. Part of Grandview Farm The Hayloft is a self contained annex offering a secluded, peaceful haven just moments from the Jurassic Coast. Thoughtfully styled with natural textures and luxurious touches throughout, it is the perfect base for a couple or two friends who enjoy coastal walks, cosy mornings and drinks under the stars.

Stylish hayloft conversion next to 18thC farmhouse
A newly converted hayloft set up as a one bedroom house. Pitched, beamed ceiling in bed/sitting room, own kitchen downstairs. Spacious shower room, separate small WC No TV but WiFi. Private entrance from village lane into property. In the heart of the Bride Valley so perfect for all year round walkers and nature lovers. Jurassic Coast 5 miles away. One of the richest areas in the UK for hill forts and ancient earthworks. Very houseproud so regrettably no pets and no smokers.
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House rentals in Dorset

Jurassic coast,2 bed, 2 ensuite, private garden

Kingfisher Lodge with Private Riverbank

Beautiful beachside home, amazing sea view & walks

Peaceful Cottage near the Sea.

Stylish Beach House moments from the beach

BEACH HOUSE: sleeps 14 right on Sea / Beach / Sand

Countryside Escape on Historic Estate

2-Bed Coastal Cottage - Detached & Open Plan
Other great vacation rentals in Dorset

Marston Penthouse overlooking Swanage bay

Fisherman's Hut above beach with sea views

Newly converted hilltop Chapel

The Japanese Pavilion

Moorhen cabin

A Hidden Gem With Private Hot Tub and Garden.

Stay right on Gold Hill (famous Hovis ad)

Cove Cottage
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