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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.

Joyful Panoramic Coastal Stay in Lyme Regis
Discover the charm of 'Persuasion' where pages of Jane Austen’s classic novel came to life. Enjoy an unparalleled sea view experience, 1800s period character & airy comfort. Relax in a chic living area with high vaulted ceiling, exposed wooden beams & modern kitchen. Behind wide opening French doors find a turret-style bedroom offering sea views & sounds. Bathroom with bath & shower, Harry Potter-esque entrance hall & stairs. A central stay yet tranquil. Ideal for romantics, solo adventurers.

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.

Sea View Chalet - Durdle Door
Our Chalet is a treasured home away from home, overlooking stunning Durdle Door, a World Heritage Site on the beautiful Dorset Jurassic Coast…. The chalet has a large decking overlooking the sea, it’s a total escape…..it has 1 King Double bedroom with en-suite, & 1 twin, 2 shower rooms & fully fitted modern kitchen/living area which opens onto the large decking area and panoramic views of the sea… to the left is Lulworth Cove, to the right the Isle of Portland, amazing sunrises and sunsets!

“Rex the Bus” Quirky and fun bus conversion.
"Rex the Bus" is unique, fun and just a little bit quirky. This double decker bus has been converted to the highest standard and connected to mains electricity, water and drainage. Enjoy panoramic views of the countryside from the windows, watch the sunrise from your double bed or cabin bunk bed. Heating and a wood-burner will keep you warm and snug, whilst the kitchen area provides plenty of space to cook up a delicious meal. There is a shower downstairs and a loo and basin upstairs.

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 .

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.

Cabin - Outdoor Bath, King size bed, firepit
The Spindleberry hut is a Beautifully bespoke Shepherds hut nestled in a tranquil field on a farm in the Piddle Valley, Dorset. With outdoor claw foot Stargazing bath tub, King-size bed, en-suite shower room and fully equipped kitchen. High speed (fibre based) wireless Internet connection. Relax, listen and watch nature or maybe sit around the fire pit with a glass of wine. Visit the Jurassic Coast and Durdle Door and Lulworth Cove all within 30 minutes drive.

Sunset Cabin. Right on the Water's Edge! Stunning!
Welcome to Sunset Cabin! A fabulous one-bedroom waterside garden apartment, backing directly onto the Blue Lagoon and Poole Harbour, overlooking Brownsea Island. A haven for birdlife and stunning sunsets! Peaceful and so close to nature, whilst being centrally located in desirable Lilliput. Enjoy the beautiful view from your bed! Our jetty and slipway, two kayaks and paddleboards are there for you to enjoy the Lagoon and experience the Harbour.

The Garden House Okeford Fitzpaine Dorset
**PLEASE BE AWARE** During March , April and May 2026 there is ground works taking place installing drainage to the site next door. This may cause noise disruption on weekdays only between 8am and 4pm. The Garden House is a restored spacious 2 bedroom former 19th century Coach house, situated in the centre of an attractive rural village in the heart of the rolling North Dorset countryside.
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House rentals in Dorset

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