Places to stay near The Tank Museum

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.

Cosy garden cabin in the centre of Wareham

Quiet & cosy cabin with own bathroom within Wareham walls hosted by a Tibetan & English couple. A good place to explore the Jurassic coast & attractions such as Durdle Door, Lulworth Cove, Corfe Castle, Studland, Swanage, Arne Bird Sanctuary, Monkey World, Bovington Tank Museum & Wareham Forest. 5-minute walk to the picturesque quay & town centre which has pubs, restaurants, cafes, supermarkets, buses to tourist attractions & a cinema. 10-minute walk to station. Parking on available on drive.

The Piggery At The Cottage - Nr Lulworth Cove!

The Piggery at the Cottage is an amazing self contained studio with its own secluded garden set within the grounds of a traditional Dorset thatched cottage, dating from 1753. With its vaulted ceiling and oak trusses, its the perfect cosy hideaway for two in the heart of the Jurassic coast. Close to beaches and a few mins walk from the local pub serving food & train station, popular sites such as Lulworth Cove, Durdle Door, Bovington Tank Museum, Monkey World and Wareham quay are a 5 min drive.

The Old Reading Room West Stafford

The Victorian Reading Room of West Stafford is of historical importance. Used before the war as a Reading Room for the villagers and estate workers, the newspapers were provided, the village shop in the late 1930s, then a workshop and a store room for the church. We have now lovingly restored, decorated and furnished this amazing building into a cosy self catering holiday retreat, "far from the madding crowd" Open plan, comfy double sofabed, wood burner, country walks and fabulous village pub.

Lime Tree Lodge - West Wing, by the Jurassic Coast

Lime Tree Lodge - West Wing, is a self-contained apartment attached to the main house. 150yds off the A352 between the Saxon town of Wareham and the county town of Dorchester -home of Poundbury, Prince Charles’ venture into village/workplace design and development. Very central to the Jurassic Coast, the Annexe is only 2 miles from the coast with Swanage, Lulworth Cove, Durdle Door, Weymouth and Portland close by. Monkey World, The Tank Museum and Hardy's cottage are about 5 - 10 mins drive.

Self-contained annexe on organic dairy farm

Whether you’re wanting to have a base for a holiday with family, staying for a wedding, or here on business, I would love to have you stay at Lower Farm. The Annexe is situated on a working organic dairy farm, nestled in the most idyllic part of Dorset; perfectly located for beaching, country pubbing or long walks in the rolling countryside that surrounds. The property has a kingsize bed and a sofa bed. I will always do my utmost to cater to your requirements, just pop me a message ☺️

Cosy private Loft overlooking Dorset countryside

Nestled in the heart of the Dorset countryside, The Loft is your ideal 'getaway'. From stunning views to a comfy king-size bed, this cosy space will provide you with everything you need to relax. Open the stable door, and listen to the birds, reconnect with nature while sipping coffee and tucking into a selection of breakfast options provided upon your arrival. With an abundance of local amenities, please see the guide for my favourite secret spots! We look forward to welcoming you!

Historic one bedroom annex in secluded Dorset

Break away from the rush, in this secluded, beautifully presented one bedroom annex in the idyllic Dorset countryside with close proximity to the sea at Weymouth and Poole, award winning Dorset Golf resort, and the county towns of Dorchester and Blandford. Enjoy quiet walks from the doorstep, based in a historic home once owned by Sir Ernest Debenham. Blending historic architecture with 21st Century technology and high speed broadband, this meets the needs of most discernible visitors!

Coppice Barn, farm stay, nr Durdle Door & Lulworth

Sorry no Pets Suitable for only one infant. A barn conversion two miles from the South Dorset Coast. Set within its own private garden with unspoilt views of Galton Farm overlooking Moreton forest and Tadnoll Heath. Ten minutes drive to Durdle Door, Lulworth Cove and Ringstead Bay. Plenty of coastal and country walks to choose from. The barn consists of one bedroom with a superking bed. Large bathroom and open plan kitchen, dining and sitting area all delightfully decorated.