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WhichCottage lists 63 large holiday houses sleeping 8 or more in Dorset. Of these, 42 take dogs, 17 have a hot tub and 35 have a wood burner or open fire. They sleep from 8 to 23 guests. Most are in or near Bridport (8), Wimborne (7) and Blandford Forum (6).
| Cottage | Sleeps | Bedrooms | Pets | Highlights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Big Horton, Horton | 8 | 4 | Yes (up to 2) | wood burner / open fire |
| Blackthorn House, Blandford Forum | 12 | 6 | Yes (up to 2) | hot tub, wood burner / open fire, pub within 1 mile |
| Bourne Farm Cottage, Blandford Forum | 8 | 4 | Yes (up to 4) | hot tub, wood burner / open fire, enclosed garden, pub within 1 mile |
| The Pool House, Stalbridge | 8 | 4 | No | enclosed garden |
| The Townhouse, Wimborne | 10 | 5 | Yes (up to 2) | wood burner / open fire, enclosed garden, pub within 1 mile |
| The Haybarn, Wimborne | 12 | 6 | Yes (up to 2) | hot tub, wood burner / open fire, enclosed garden, pub within 1 mile |
| New Inn Farmhouse, Marnhull | 12 | 6 | Yes (up to 2) | hot tub, wood burner / open fire, pub within 1 mile |
| Lower Barrowfield Farm, Beaminster | 10 | 5 | No | hot tub, enclosed garden |
| Belvedere, Wimborne | 8 | 4 | Yes (up to 2) | hot tub, wood burner / open fire, pub within 1 mile |
| The Riding House, Wimborne St Giles | 18 | 8 | Yes (up to 2) | wood burner / open fire |
| The Retreat, Burton Bradstock | 11 | 5 | Yes (up to 2) | wood burner / open fire, enclosed garden, sea view, coast within 1 mile, pub within 1 mile |
| Coast View Apartment, Lyme Regis | 8 | 4 | Yes (up to 2) | enclosed garden, sea view, coast within 1 mile |
| Tarrant Valley House - Sleeps 14, Blandford Forum | 14 | 7 | Yes (up to 2) | |
| Tarrant Valley House - Sleeps 12, Blandford Forum | 12 | 6 | Yes (up to 2) | |
| Tarrant Valley House - Sleeps 16, Blandford Forum | 16 | 8 | Yes (up to 2) | |
| Newton Manor House, Swanage | 16 | 8 | No | wood burner / open fire, coast within 1 mile |
| Wriggle View, Leigh | 8 | 4 | No | |
| Pebble Beach Cottage, West Lulworth | 8 | 4 | Yes (up to 2) | enclosed garden, coast within 1 mile, pub within 1 mile |
| Nothe View, Weymouth | 8 | 4 | No | sea view |
| Hambury House, West Lulworth | 8 | 4 | Yes (up to 2) | enclosed garden |
| Greenbanks, Chesil Beach | 9 | 4 | Yes (up to 2) | wood burner / open fire, sea view, coast within 1 mile, pub within 1 mile |
| Woodbrook Cottage, Bothenhampton | 10 | 4 | Yes (up to 3) | wood burner / open fire, enclosed garden, coast within 3 miles, pub within 1 mile |
| The Cart House, Bridport | 8 | 4 | Yes (up to 2) | wood burner / open fire, enclosed garden, coast within 5 miles |
| The Grange, Bridport | 10 | 5 | Yes (up to 2) | wood burner / open fire, enclosed garden, coast within 5 miles |
Editors choice
Big Horton, Horton, Dorset, BH21 7JH.
Spacious converted barn near the Dorset and Hampshire border, with a vaulted open-plan living area, wood burner, enclosed garden with outdoor cooking space, and four en-suite bedrooms plus...
Blackthorn House, Blandford Forum, Dorset, DT11 0PF.
A stylish countryside sanctuary with six serene bedrooms, games room and indulgent hot tub. Perfect for exploring Dorset’s breathtaking Jurassic Coast and tranquil rolling hills.
Bourne Farm Cottage, Blandford Forum, Dorset, DT11 0NU.
Newly renovated 4-bed cottage in Dorset’s Winterborne Valley, sleeping 8 with stylish interiors, countryside views, and beautiful outdoor space. Ideally located for exploring Dorset’s...
The Pool House, Stalbridge, near Sturminster Newton, Dorset, DT10 2SH.
Escape to The Pool House, a countryside retreat in Thornhill, Dorset. Ideal for families or groups, it offers elegant interiors, stunning gardens, and easy access to Dorset’s natural...
The Townhouse, Wimborne, Dorset, BH21 1LT.
You will never be short of things to do while staying at this super town house, situated close to both Dorset’s beautiful coast and country.
The Haybarn, Wimborne, Dorset, BH21 7BQ.
With its own hot tub, this detached converted barn is surrounded by countryside, yet lies within easy reach of the coast at Poole and Bournemouth.
New Inn Farmhouse, Marnhull, near Shaftesbury, Dorset, DT10 1LN.
With a private hot tub, large meadow, beautiful interior and the option for in-house catering, this fantastic property is the perfect choice for your holiday.
Lower Barrowfield Farm, Beaminster, Dorset, DT8 3PP.
We love this charming farmhouse, set in a wonderful rural setting with ideal accommodation for celebration multi-generation stays.
Belvedere, Wimborne, Dorset, BH21 3HG.
This modern stylish home has stunning rural views, the perfect holiday home to explore the Dorset coast and the historic town of Wimborne.
The Riding House, Wimborne St Giles, near Ringwood, Dorset, BH21 5NA.
A super stylish holiday home that in 2018 underwent an award-winning restoration, with 8 individually designed, kingsize bedrooms, all en-suite.
The Retreat, Burton Bradstock, near Bridport, Dorset, DT6 4PY.
The perfect property to spend time with friends or family, and ideally located to explore the natural wonders of The Jurassic Coast.
High standard
Coast View Apartment, Lyme Regis, Dorset, DT7 3JY.
Holiday ’on the beach’ of the world heritage Jurassic Coast in this superb beach front apartment, nestled at the edge of Lyme Bay a stunning harbour town.
Tarrant Valley House - Sleeps 14, Blandford Forum, Dorset, DT11 8BY.
Elegant self-catering Dorset holiday farmhouse for up to 14 guests on a working farm. With indoor swimming pool and sauna facilities, this is the perfect family retreat for a luxury getaway.
Tarrant Valley House - Sleeps 12, Blandford Forum, Dorset, DT11 8BY.
Elegant self-catering Dorset holiday farmhouse for up to 12 guests on a working farm. With indoor swimming pool and sauna facilities, this is the perfect family retreat for a luxury getaway.
Tarrant Valley House - Sleeps 16, Blandford Forum, Dorset, DT11 8BY.
Elegant self-catering Dorset holiday farmhouse for up to 16 guests on a working farm. With indoor swimming pool and sauna facilities, this is the perfect family retreat for a luxury getaway.
Newton Manor House, Swanage, Isle of Purbeck, Dorset, BH19 2PF.
Easily accommodating 16 guests, ideally situated just a mile from sandy beaches, and great for discovering Dorset.
Wriggle View, Leigh, near Sherborne, Dorset, DT9 6HU.
This property is ideal for a gathering of family or friends; it’s beautifully presented, full of character and has an idyllic location.
Pebble Beach Cottage, West Lulworth, Dorset, BH20 5FD.
A charming yet contemporary thatched cottage close to Lulworth Cove.
Editors choice
Nothe View, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 8BD.
A spacious townhouse tucked away, yet within easy reach of the beaches and town centre.
Hambury House, West Lulworth, Dorset, BH20 5FD.
A charming yet contemporary thatched cottage close to Lulworth Cove.
Greenbanks, Chesil Beach, near Abbotsbury, Dorset, DT3 4LB.
Situated on Chesil Beach along the coastal path in an area designated a Site of Special Scientific Interest, perfect for a family holiday.
Woodbrook Cottage, Bothenhampton, near Bridport, Dorset, DT6 4BP.
We love this perfect family accommodation with a 4-poster bed and American style fridge-freezer, if you can tear yourself away the beach is just 1 mile away.
The Cart House, Bridport, Dorset, DT6 3TT.
Gather your favourite people at The Cart House, a stylish four-bedroom, three-bathroom Dorset retreat with an enclosed garden, cosy wood burner and Bridport and West Bay waiting nearby to...
Great quality
The Grange, Bridport, Dorset, DT6 3TT.
Gather your favourite people at The Grange, a beautifully refurbished detached five-bedroom retreat with flexible super-king rooms, en-suite shower rooms, a wood burner, enclosed garden and...
WhichCottage currently lists 63 large holiday houses sleeping 8 or more in Dorset, all self-catering and bookable through the letting agency on each property page.
The most are in or near Bridport (8), Wimborne (7), Blandford Forum (6), Dorchester (6) and Beaminster (5).
At 42 of these 63 you can. Each property page says how many pets are welcome.
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.