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The 10 Best Holiday Homes in Dorchester, UK

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The spacious holiday home features 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a patio with garden views. Guests can take in the ambience of the surroundings from an outdoor dining area or keep themselves warm by the fireplace on colder days. This holiday home is allergy-free and non-smoking.

Lovely cottage, we absolutely loved it. It’s cozy and calm, dog friendly, clean and a wonderful garden. Beds were very comfortable too. We will definitely return!

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9.1
Superb
101 reviews
Price from
DKK 1,475
per night

This holiday home is equipped with 1 bedroom, a kitchen with microwave, a TV, a seating area and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower. The accommodation offers a fireplace.

Guests at the holiday home will be able to enjoy activities in and around Dorchester, like golfing, cycling and fishing.

Lovely rustic and quirky "French alps style chalet" feel about it , very charming and comfortable , nice modern bathroom and shower, plenty of space inside overall , very pleasant hosts , friendly and helpful , location good , shops within walking distance , pretty location !

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9.2
Superb
5 reviews
Price from
DKK 1,771
per night

The holiday home is composed of 1 separate bedroom, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen, and 1 bathroom.

Athelhampton House is 36 km from the holiday home, while Portland Castle is 47 km away. The nearest airport is Exeter International Airport, 64 km from The Old Milking Parlour at Knapp Farm.

Beautiful little cottage, in such a quiet and wonderful countryside, located in a farm where you wake up seeing peacocks strolling around in front of your windows. Short stay for us ( one night) but really lovely.

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9
Superb
48 reviews
Price from
DKK 937
per night

The holiday home with a terrace and garden views features 2 bedrooms, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower. Towels and bed linen are provided in the holiday home. This holiday home is allergy-free and non-smoking.

The grounds were gorgeous. The cottage decor was exceptional and very comfortable we all had an excellent little break and will be back. The addition of a cake, butter, bread and eggs was very thoughtful. We managed to view the others cottages and they are also amazing.

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10
Exceptional
6 reviews
Price from
DKK 2,653
per night

Blueberry Cottage, a property with a garden, is located in Dorchester, 40 km from Golden Cap, 44 km from Corfe Castle, as well as 45 km from Poole Harbour. Located around 17 km from Athelhampton House, the holiday home is also 19 km away from Sherborne Old Castle. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Monkey World is 29 km away.

A very clean and spacious cottage, a few minutes walk from the centre of Cerne Abbas. comfortable beds and the kitchen had all the things you needed to cook … the welcome pack was amazing and very generous … we would definitely stay again

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9.5
Exceptional
8 reviews
Price from
DKK 2,769
per night

The holiday home is composed of 1 bedroom, a fully equipped kitchen, and 1 bathroom. Towels and bed linen are featured in the holiday home.

Bournemouth International Centre is 46 km from the holiday home, while Sandbanks is 46 km away. The nearest airport is Bournemouth Airport, 46 km from Southgate Coach House.

The location was perfect - an easy walk from the station, and great access to shops and town centre. Parking on-site was a bonus.

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9.8
Exceptional
5 reviews
Price from
DKK 1,709
per night

The spacious holiday home has 3 bedrooms, a TV, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms with a walk-in shower. There is also a seating area and a fireplace.

Great location close to local amenities. Lovely size cottage, well equipped and handy to have three toilets. Good to have enclosed garden for the dog. Would definitely recommend

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9.5
Exceptional
8 reviews
Price from
DKK 2,370
per night

The holiday home is composed of 2 separate bedrooms, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven, and 2 bathrooms. Towels and bed linen are featured in the holiday home.

Athelhampton House is 18 km from the holiday home, while Portland Castle is 29 km away. The nearest airport is Bournemouth Airport, 54 km from The Elbow.

Beautiful place property was so clean and hosts were absolutely lovely

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9.5
Exceptional
6 reviews
Price from
DKK 1,420
per night

Keets at Middle Acre, a property with a garden, is located in Dorchester, 42 km from Golden Cap, 45 km from Bournemouth International Centre, as well as 18 km from Portland Castle. With free private parking, the property is 17 km from Monkey World and 30 km from Corfe Castle. The property is non-smoking and is set 39 km from Poole Harbour.

The holiday home includes 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hot tub, a seating area, and a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge. The accommodation offers a fireplace.

The environment, the location, the hosts. All excellent. Could not recommend more!

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9.7
Exceptional
9 reviews
Price from
DKK 2,140
per night

The holiday home comes with 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with garden views. The unit is soundproofed and includes a parquet floors as well as a fireplace. This holiday home is allergy-free and non-smoking.

Tolpuddle Hideaway is a beautiful little country house. Quiet, clean and cosy. An ideal base for exploring the area.

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9.6
Exceptional
37 reviews
Price from
DKK 1,041
per night

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Dorchester's best hotels with breakfast

  • Honeysuckle Cottage
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 101 reviews

    Honeysuckle Cottage, a property with a garden, is situated in Dorchester, 6.9 km from Monkey World, 22 km from Corfe Castle, as well as 32 km from Poole Harbour.

    Lovely cottage in a great location, comfortable beds

  • Carnotze
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 5 reviews

    Located in Dorchester in the Dorset region and Monkey World reachable within 13 km, Carnotze provides accommodation with free WiFi, barbecue facilities, a garden and free private parking.

  • The Old Milking Parlour at Knapp Farm
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 48 reviews

    Located in Dorchester in the Dorset region, The Old Milking Parlour at Knapp Farm provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

    The property was beautiful, clean and well maintained

  • Gamekeeper's Cottage
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 6 reviews

    Located in Dorchester, in a historic building, 30 km from Monkey World, Gamekeeper's Cottage is a holiday home with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and garden.

    This accommodation is amazing. Fantastic hosts, a really beautiful location with a wonderful local pub. Great for couples or a family. Would 100% recommend and return. Thank you

  • Blueberry Cottage
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 8 reviews

    Blueberry Cottage, a property with a garden, is located in Dorchester, 40 km from Golden Cap, 44 km from Corfe Castle, as well as 45 km from Poole Harbour.

    Very comfortable beds, clean and tidy, everything good quality (towels, hand soap, wonderful welcome tray of goodies) excellent facilities for a family stay.

  • Southgate Coach House
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 5 reviews

    Set in Dorchester in the Dorset region, Southgate Coach House offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

    Excellent location, easy access to town centre. Off street parking.

  • Kerridge
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 8 reviews

    Set 39 km from Golden Cap, 44 km from Corfe Castle and 45 km from Poole Harbour, Kerridge offers accommodation located in Dorchester.

  • The Elbow
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 6 reviews

    Located in Dorchester in the Dorset region, The Elbow provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

    Period thatched cottage, lovely setting, excellent facilities.

Budget hotels in Dorchester

  • Keets at Middle Acre
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 9 reviews

    Keets at Middle Acre, a property with a garden, is located in Dorchester, 42 km from Golden Cap, 45 km from Bournemouth International Centre, as well as 18 km from Portland Castle.

    The environment, the location, the hosts. All excellent. Could not recommend more!

  • Tolpuddle Hideaway, Tolpuddle, Dorset
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 37 reviews

    Offering a garden and inner courtyard view, Tolpuddle Hideaway, Tolpuddle, Dorset is located in Dorchester, 10 km from Monkey World and 25 km from Corfe Castle.

    quiet, clean, good base for touring, friendly welcome

  • Great Coombe, Bookham Court
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 5 reviews

    Boasting a garden, terrace and views of garden, Great Coombe, Bookham Court is situated in Dorchester, 30 km from Monkey World.

  • Wagon House, Bookham Court
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 6 reviews

    Wagon House, Bookham Court, a property with a garden and barbecue facilities, is situated in Dorchester, 44 km from Corfe Castle, 45 km from Poole Harbour, as well as 46 km from Golden Cap.

  • Greenwood Grange
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 83 reviews

    Set in Dorchester, in a historic building, 14 km from Monkey World, Greenwood Grange is a holiday home with a garden and barbecue facilities.

    Friendly welcome , lovely accommodation and grounds

  • Piddle Puddle Cabin
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 26 reviews

    A recently renovated holiday home set in Dorchester, Piddle Puddle Cabin features a garden. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking and free WiFi.

    Clean and nice cabin with a lovely decking area to eat and chill on.

  • 2 Bathsheba Terrace
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 9 reviews

    Set in Dorchester in the Dorset region and Monkey World reachable within 17 km, 2 Bathsheba Terrace offers accommodation with free WiFi, barbecue facilities, a garden and free private parking.

    The area was a perfect location, the house was confortable. The facilities were of good standard. Would stay there again.

  • Bell Cottage
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 17 reviews

    Located 30 km from Golden Cap, 38 km from Corfe Castle and 39 km from Poole Harbour, Bell Cottage provides accommodation set in Dorchester.

    Clean bright and right in the town centre. Well appointed and comfortable.

Hotels located in the centre of Dorchester

  • Glyde House
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Glyde House, a property with a garden, is set in Dorchester, 22 km from Monkey World, 31 km from Golden Cap, as well as 37 km from Corfe Castle.

  • The Town House
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Located in Dorchester in the Dorset region, The Town House provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

  • Mollys Cottage
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 2 reviews

    Mollys Cottage is set in Dorchester, 30 km from Golden Cap, 39 km from Corfe Castle, as well as 40 km from Poole Harbour.

  • Hebe
    Central location
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Situated 27 km from Golden Cap, Hebe features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

  • The Transmitter Bunker
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Situated 18 km from Monkey World, The Transmitter Bunker features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

  • Lodge 9 Creek Caravan Park Ringstead dog friendly
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Lodge 9 Creek Caravan Park Ringstead dog friendly is set in Dorchester, 18 km from Monkey World, 30 km from Corfe Castle, as well as 40 km from Poole Harbour.

  • No 1 Hut Lane, a cosy Hut, heating, hot water and a magnificent view for 2
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    No 1 Hut Lane, a cosy Hut, heating, hot water and a magnificent view for 2, a property with a garden, is situated in Dorchester, 31 km from Monkey World, 46 km from Corfe Castle, as well as 24 km from...

  • THE BRACE, 2 Luxury Properties next to each other, 2 Hot Tubs, up to 10 guests
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 2 reviews

    Boasting garden views, THE BRACE, 2 Luxury Properties next to each other, 2 Hot Tubs, up to 10 guests features accommodation with a garden and a patio, around 17 km from Golden Cap.

  • Middle Farm Annex
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 4 reviews

    Middle Farm Annex, a property with a garden, is located in Dorchester, 33 km from Monkey World, 48 km from Corfe Castle, as well as 23 km from Portland Castle.

    Sehr ruhige Lage, hochwertige Ausstattung, viel Platz.

  • The Old Rectory Lodge
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Located in Dorchester in the Dorset region, The Old Rectory Lodge provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

  • Little Coombe, Bookham Court
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 2 reviews

    Boasting garden views, Little Coombe, Bookham Court provides accommodation with a garden and a patio, around 30 km from Monkey World.

  • Greygles
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Located in Dorchester in the Dorset region and Monkey World reachable within 21 km, Greygles provides accommodation with free WiFi, barbecue facilities, a garden and free private parking.

  • Poacher's Cottage
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Located in Dorchester, in a historic building, 30 km from Monkey World, Poacher's Cottage is a holiday home with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and garden.

  • Gardener's Cottage
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 2 reviews

    Located in Dorchester, in a historic building, 30 km from Monkey World, Gardener's Cottage is a holiday home with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and garden.

  • The Old School House
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 3 reviews

    Set 38 km from Corfe Castle, 39 km from Poole Harbour and 40 km from Golden Cap, The Old School House provides accommodation situated in Dorchester.

  • Woodcutter's Cottage
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 2 reviews

    Located in Dorchester, in a historic building, 30 km from Monkey World, Woodcutter's Cottage is a holiday home with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and garden.

  • Stable Cottage
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 2 reviews

    Set 29 km from Golden Cap, Stable Cottage offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

  • Creaky Cottage
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1 review

    Creaky Cottage is situated in Dorchester, 19 km from Monkey World, 34 km from Corfe Castle, and 35 km from Poole Harbour.

  • Way's Forge
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 3 reviews

    Way's Forge, a property with a garden, is situated in Dorchester, 36 km from Corfe Castle, 37 km from Poole Harbour, as well as 38 km from Golden Cap.

  • West Cottage, Cerne Abbas Lane
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 60 reviews

    Featuring a private pool and garden views, West Cottage, Cerne Abbas Lane is located in Piddletrenthide, 13 km from Dorchester. Free WiFi is available.

    Comfortable and lovely grounds Located in a nice village

  • Mill House
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 3 reviews

    Mill House, a property with a garden, is situated in Dorchester, 37 km from Monkey World, 23 km from Athelhampton House, as well as 30 km from Sherborne Old Castle.

  • Clematis House
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 11 reviews

    Located in Dorchester in the Dorset region, Clematis House provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

  • Warmwell Lodge
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2 reviews

    Warmwell Lodge, a property with a garden, is set in Dorchester, 38 km from Poole Harbour, 39 km from Golden Cap, as well as 44 km from Bournemouth International Centre.

  • escape the ordinary - Piddle Inn the Home private self cater holiday
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 34 reviews

    Located in Dorchester, in a historic building, 24 km from Monkey World, escape the ordinary - Piddle Inn the Home private self cater holiday is a recently renovated holiday home with a garden and...

    Lovely big and well equipped kitchen - that was a welcome surprise

  • Deer Leap House
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2 reviews

    Deer Leap House, a property with a terrace, is located in Dorchester, 23 km from Corfe Castle, 33 km from Poole Harbour, as well as 39 km from Bournemouth International Centre.

  • Apple Tree Cottage
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1 review

    Apple Tree Cottage, a property with a garden, is set in Dorchester, 30 km from Corfe Castle, 39 km from Poole Harbour, as well as 42 km from Golden Cap.

  • Woodlander
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 5 reviews

    Woodlander, a property with a garden, is located in Dorchester, 33 km from Golden Cap, 40 km from Poole Harbour, as well as 45 km from Sandbanks.

  • Beau Hideaway
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2 reviews

    Beau Hideaway, a property with a garden and barbecue facilities, is located in Dorchester, 40 km from Golden Cap, 43 km from Corfe Castle, as well as 44 km from Poole Harbour.

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Holiday homes that guests love in Dorchester

  • From DKK 1,102.01 per night
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,917 reviews
    The room was nicely decorated and very clean. We had everything we needed (a hairdryer would be a bonus!). The staff was welcoming and friendly. There was an issue with a fire alarm on one day and the breakfast was limited, but we immediately got a refund upon request. Would definitely recommend!
    Melanie
    Austria
  • From DKK 911.11 per night
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 175 reviews
    Quiet location, friendly staff, breakfast was lovely and very clean.
    Glenn
    United Kingdom
  • 9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 192 reviews
    Very clean
    Mike
    United Kingdom
  • From DKK 954.49 per night
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 951 reviews
    Very clean, easy to find, lovely breakfast
    Michelle
    United Kingdom
  • From DKK 867.72 per night
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 205 reviews
    Beautiful pub with friendly staff, great food. Big room, comfy bed, separate bath and shower. Very clean. Great breakfast. A very comfortable stay. Would definitely stay again.
    sharon
    United Kingdom
  • From DKK 1,093.33 per night
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 860 reviews
    Very clean
    Paloma
    United Kingdom
  • From DKK 1,292.91 per night
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,308 reviews
    Was very clean & staff very friendly & polite
    Karen
    Canada
  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 5 reviews
    Lovely, very comfortable and well equipped cottage, lots of space for 2 of us and our dog. Very clean and lovely bathroom with great overhead shower. Hosts were very accommodating and our dog loved playing with theirs. Great location, close to all the main attractions in Dorset. We will definitely stay here again.
    Philip
    United Kingdom
  • From DKK 954.49 per night
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 951 reviews
    Lovely village location. Rooms were nicely decorated, comfortable bed in main bedroom, spacious and very clean. It was super warm too. Property is in a lovely village location, the restaurant was beautiful with great food. We had dinner and breakfast and could not fault any of it. They also have a pool table and darts which were good fun in the evening. We really enjoyed the place.
    Anita
    United Kingdom
  • From DKK 954.49 per night
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 951 reviews
    "The accommodation is very clean and spacious. And the breakfast is really delicious and fantastic. It's clear that the ingredients are fresh! All the staff are also very friendly and nice.
    Sekyung
    United Kingdom

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