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WhichCottage lists 103 dog-friendly cottages with an enclosed garden in Dorset. Of these, 73 charge nothing extra for a dog, 14 have a hot tub and 54 have a wood burner or open fire. They sleep from 2 to 19 guests. Most are in or near Weymouth (17), Bridport (11) and Lyme Regis (10).
| Cottage | Sleeps | Bedrooms | Pets | Highlights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coach House, Wareham | 6 | 3 | Yes (up to 1) | wood burner / open fire, enclosed garden |
| Tranquillity Cottage, Winfrith Newburgh | 4 | 2 | Yes (up to 1) | wood burner / open fire, enclosed garden, coast within 3 miles, pub within 1 mile |
| Cerne Abbey Cottage, Cerne Abbas | 2 | 1 | Yes (up to 1) | wood burner / open fire, enclosed garden, pub within 1 mile |
| The Old Tithe Barn, Litton Cheney | 19 | 9 | Yes (up to 3) | wood burner / open fire, enclosed garden, coast within 5 miles, pub within 1 mile |
| Arne Barn, near Wareham | 7 | 4 | Yes (up to 2) | wood burner / open fire, enclosed garden, coast within 5 miles |
| The Cider Press, Watton | 8 | 4 | Yes (up to 2) | enclosed garden, coast within 1 mile, pub within 1 mile |
| The Pod, Weymouth | 6 | 3 | Yes (up to 1) | enclosed garden, coast within 1 mile |
| Elizabethan House, Portland | 7 | 4 | Yes (up to 2) | wood burner / open fire, enclosed garden, sea view, coast within 1 mile |
| Pond, Sedgehill | 6 | 3 | Yes (up to 2) | enclosed garden |
| Sweet Briar, Bothenhampton | 3 | 2 | Yes (up to 3) | enclosed garden, coast within 3 miles, pub within 1 mile |
| Otters Holt, Middlemarsh | 6 | 3 | Yes (up to 2) | enclosed garden, pub within 1 mile |
| West View, Sturminster Marshall | 6 | 3 | Yes (up to 2) | wood burner / open fire, enclosed garden, pub within 1 mile |
| Albert Apartment, Poole | 4 | 2 | Yes (up to 2) | enclosed garden, coast within 5 miles, pub within 1 mile |
| Sunset Cottage, Chickerell | 4 | 2 | Yes (up to 1) | enclosed garden, coast within 3 miles, pub within 1 mile |
| Magnolia, Chickerell | 6 | 3 | Yes (up to 1) | enclosed garden, coast within 3 miles, pub within 1 mile |
| A Twist Of Lyme, Raymond’s Hill | 2 | 1 | Yes (up to 2) | enclosed garden, coast within 5 miles, pub within 1 mile |
| Purcombe Farmhouse, Whitchurch Canonicorum | 12 | 6 | Yes (up to 3) | hot tub, wood burner / open fire, enclosed garden, coast within 5 miles, pub within 1 mile |
| Bramble Cottage, Wimborne | 4 | 2 | Yes (up to 2) | wood burner / open fire, enclosed garden, pub within 1 mile |
| Oak Lodge, Bournemouth | 4 | 2 | Yes (up to 2) | enclosed garden, coast within 3 miles |
| Woodpecker, Shipton Gorge | 4 | 2 | Yes (up to 2) | enclosed garden, coast within 3 miles, pub within 1 mile |
| Sparrow, Shipton Gorge | 5 | 2 | Yes (up to 2) | enclosed garden, coast within 3 miles, pub within 1 mile |
| Glenmore Gardens, Weymouth | 6 | 3 | Yes (up to 2) | enclosed garden, coast within 3 miles, pub within 1 mile |
| By The Way, Broadstone | 5 | 2 | Yes (up to 2) | enclosed garden, coast within 5 miles, pub within 1 mile |
| Sparrows Nest, Preston | 5 | 3 | Yes (up to 3) | enclosed garden, coast within 1 mile, pub within 1 mile |
Coach House, Wareham, Dorset, BH20 4RF.
Enjoy the shared, outdoor heated swimming pool open from May (weather dependant) at this lovely detached coach house with the Dorset coast nearby.
Tranquillity Cottage, Winfrith Newburgh, Dorset, DT2 8JW.
This pet friendly thatched cottage is just 3 miles from Lulworth Cove and the spectacular rock formation of Durdle Door.
Cerne Abbey Cottage, Cerne Abbas, Dorset, DT2 7JQ.
A pet friendly property ideal for couples and is part of the historic buildings of Cerne Abbey, formed as a Benedictine House in 987 AD.
The Old Tithe Barn, Litton Cheney, near Dorchester, Dorset, DT2 9AP.
With 9 en-suite bedrooms, each with TV, this Grade ll, 13th century detached stone tithe barn is ideal for touring and 2 miles from Chesil Beach.
Great quality
Arne Barn, Near Wareham, Dorset, BH20 5BJ.
This fascinating converted barn with grand piano, is set in a wild, landscaped garden and enjoys views over the farm to the harbour.
The Cider Press, Watton, near Bridport, Dorset, DT6 5JZ.
An ’upside down’ family barn conversion with traditional features, in the hamlet of Watton near the beach, Jurassic Coast, Lyme Regis and Weymouth. Sleeps 8 plus travel cot.
Well presented
The Pod, Weymouth, Dorset, DT3 6HY.
The Pod is a fantastic holiday home ideally situated to explore the world heritage Jurassic Coastline and Weymouth.
Well equipped
Elizabethan House, Portland, Dorset, DT5 1AP.
A Grade II listed four bedroom house situated just 500 yards from the famous Chesil Beach.
Very comfortable
POND, Sedgehill, near Shaftesbury , Dorset, SP7 9JT.
Ideal family accommodation in a rural location, yet still close to a variety of attractions for all ages.
Sweet Briar, Bothenhampton, near Bridport, Dorset, DT6 4BP.
Set in an AONB perfect for a relaxing holiday and also for walking and spotting wildlife in abundance in this area.
Otters Holt, Middlemarsh, near Sherborne, Dorset, DT9 5QN.
A great base for a family holiday, with museums, beaches and seaside resorts to keep all ages entertained!. 3 steps to entrance (ramp access to rear). All on the ground floor. Open plan...
West View, Sturminster Marshall, near Wimborne, Dorset, BH21 3RW.
Perfectly located to tour the area’s many attractions, as well as bridleways from the door and a games room for those fun nights in!. 4 steps to entrance. All on the ground floor. Living...
Albert Apartment, Poole, Dorset, BH12 2DB.
This pet-friendly property is family retreat. Take boat trips to local places of interest or discover the wider Dorset area.
Sunset Cottage, Chickerell, near Weymouth, Dorset, DT3 4BG.
A perfect place from which to enjoy a seaside holiday, with beaches and coastal walking nearby.
Magnolia, Chickerell, near Weymouth, Dorset, DT3 4BG.
With wonderful views, this property is within easy reach of Weymouth and its attractions.
A Twist Of Lyme, Raymond’s Hill, near Lyme Regis, Dorset, EX13 5SX.
With Lyme Regis just 3½ miles away, this cottage is a great base from which to explore Dorset and east Devon.
Purcombe Farmhouse, Whitchurch Canonicorum, near Bridport, Dorset, DT6 6RL.
This spacious family-size farmhouse with a hot tub, is a relaxing retreat from which to explore all the delights Dorset has to offer.
Well presented
Bramble Cottage, Wimborne, Dorset, BH21 2RL.
A 20-minute drive from the New Forest with its ponies roaming freely and within easy reach of beaches, Poole and Bournemouth.
Very comfortable
Oak Lodge, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH10 5HF.
Just 3 miles from the seafront and all the attractions of Bournemouth, including the popular Bournemouth International Centre (BIC).
Very comfortable
Woodpecker, Shipton Gorge, Dorset, DT6 4NJ.
Ideal for family holidays, with the Jurassic coast, Monkey World, Weymouth Sea Life Centre and Swanage steam train’s, walking bird watching and fishing.
Sparrow, Shipton Gorge, Dorset, DT6 4NJ.
Vist pretty villages with chocolate box thatched cottages and the stunning Jurassic coastline in this AONB. Great area for walking, fishing and bird watching.
Glenmore Gardens, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 0PG.
Glenmore Garden in Weymouth is a bright 3-bedroom home with a fully equipped kitchen, conservatory, and spacious garden. Perfect for families or friends, it’s just over a mile from the...
By The Way, Broadstone, near Poole, Dorset, BH18 9AP.
This charming bungalow, close to Wimborne, sleeps five and features a fully fitted kitchen, sunroom, and landscaped garden. With direct access to the Castlemain Trailway, it’s a perfect...
Sparrows Nest, Preston, near Weymouth, Dorset, DT3 6BT.
Sparrows Nest is fantastic for exploring the area as footpaths are situated nearby and Weymouth is just a few miles away.
WhichCottage currently lists 103 dog-friendly cottages with an enclosed garden in Dorset, all self-catering and bookable through the letting agency on each property page.
The most are in or near Weymouth (17), Bridport (11), Lyme Regis (10), Wimborne (9) and Wareham (7).
Yes. 73 say there is no extra charge for pets. The number of dogs allowed is shown on each property page.
22 sleep 8 or more guests, and the largest sleeps 19.
Prices depend on the dates, the length of stay and current offers, so they are shown live on each property page once you pick your dates.