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Seadown Park
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Holiday park in Charmouth · 32.48 km from centre

    8.9

     

    79 reviews

    Located 800 metres from Charmouth Beach, 6.7 km from Golden Cap and 41 km from Weymouth Harbour, Seadown Park provides accommodation set in Charmouth. The property is around 49 km from Sandy Park Rugby Stadium, 4.9 km from Dinosaurland Fossil Museum and 44 km from Portland Castle. Athelhampton House is 44 km away and Sherborne Old Castle is 47 km from the holiday park.

    The accommodation comes with a TV and a private bathroom with shower while the kitchen features an oven, a toaster and a fridge. The units are equipped with heating facilities.

    Portland Museum is 47 km from the holiday park, while Rufus Castle is 47 km away. Exeter International Airport is 44 km from the property.

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    Yonder View
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    Holiday home in Lyme Regis · 35.24 km from centre

      10.0

       

      9 reviews

      Yonder View is set in Lyme Regis, 11 km from Golden Cap, 50 km from Sandy Park Rugby Stadium, as well as 1.2 km from Dinosaurland Fossil Museum. Free WiFi is featured throughout the property and private parking is available on site. The property is non-smoking and is located 1.4 km from Lyme Regis Front Beach.

      The spacious holiday home comes with 3 bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave and a fridge, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower, a hair dryer and a washing machine.

      Guests at the holiday home will be able to enjoy activities in and around Lyme Regis, like fishing.

      Woodlands Castle is 43 km from Yonder View, while Portland Castle is 49 km away. Exeter International Airport is 44 km from the property.

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      Deus Ex Machina Hotel
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      Hotel in Boscombe, Bournemouth · 41.97 km from centre

        9.3

         

        253 reviews

        Set in Bournemouth, 600 metres from Boscombe Beach, Deus Ex Machina Hotel offers accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar. The property is around 12 km from Sandbanks, 14 km from Poole Harbour and 34 km from Monkey World. The property is non-smoking and is situated 3.3 km from Bournemouth International Centre.

        The units in the hotel are fitted with a flat-screen TV. With a private bathroom equipped with a shower and free toiletries, rooms at Deus Ex Machina Hotel also have free WiFi.

        Breakfast is available, and includes continental, Full English/Irish and vegetarian options.

        At the accommodation guests are welcome to take advantage of a sauna.

        Salisbury Cathedral is 44 km from Deus Ex Machina Hotel, while Salisbury Train Station is 45 km away. Bournemouth Airport is 9 km from the property.

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        Duck Island Cottage
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        Holiday home in Ringwood · 47.81 km from centre

          9.9

           

          12 reviews

          Duck Island Cottage, a property with a garden, is located in Ringwood, 27 km from Sandbanks, 27 km from Poole Harbour, as well as 28 km from Salisbury Cathedral. The property is set 29 km from Salisbury Train Station, 32 km from Old Sarum and 33 km from Salisbury Racecourse. The property is non-smoking and is situated 20 km from Bournemouth International Centre.

          The holiday home features 2 bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, and 1 bathroom with a shower. Featuring free private parking, this 4-star holiday home also features free WiFi. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

          The Mayflower Theatre is 35 km from the holiday home, while Southampton Guildhall is 35 km from the property. Bournemouth Airport is 10 km away.

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          NEW Beachfront Apartment slps 4, West Bay, Dorset
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          Apartment in West Bay · 23.22 km from centre

            9.3

             

            8 reviews

            NEW Beachfront Apartment slps 4, West Bay, Dorset is set in West Bay, 8.6 km from Golden Cap, 30 km from Weymouth Harbour, and 49 km from Monkey World. This beachfront property offers access to free WiFi and free private parking. The property is non-smoking and is located 100 metres from West Bay Beach.

            Providing a terrace with sea views, this apartment also offers a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen and 1 bathroom. The accommodation offers a fireplace.

            Dinosaurland Fossil Museum is 18 km from the apartment, while Portland Castle is 33 km away. Exeter International Airport is 57 km from the property.

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            The White Hart
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            Inn in Somerton · 43.02 km from centre

              9.0

               

              207 reviews

              The White Hart has a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and restaurant in Somerton. Offering a bar, the property is located within 47 km of Longleat Safari Park. Free WiFi is at guests' disposal throughout the property.

              All guest rooms in the inn are fitted with a flat-screen TV. The White Hart offers some units with garden views, and rooms are fitted with a coffee machine. At the accommodation all rooms are fitted with a private bathroom with free toiletries and a hairdryer.

              The breakfast offers buffet, à la carte or Full English/Irish options.

              Bristol Airport is 49 km from the property.

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              The Duke of York
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              Inn in Shepton Beauchamp, Ilminster · 39.36 km from centre

                9.2

                 

                59 reviews

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                With a stay at The Duke of York in Ilminster, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Barrington Court and East Lambrook Manor Gardens. This 4-star inn is 3 mi (4.9 km) from Field of Dreams and 5.8 mi (9.3 km) from Muchelney Abbey.

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                Isle be Back - Harbour front Views from Balconies
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                Apartment in Poole · 31.85 km from centre

                  9.7

                   

                  3 reviews

                  Boasting accommodation with a patio, Isle be Back - Harbour front Views from Balconies is located in Poole. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are accessible at the apartment free of charge. The property is non-smoking and is set 400 metres from Poole Beach.

                  The spacious apartment has 2 bedrooms, a TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms with a bath. Towels and bed linen are offered in the apartment.

                  A water park is available on-site and cycling can be enjoyed within close proximity of Isle be Back - Harbour front Views from Balconies.

                  Poole Harbour is 1.7 km from the accommodation, while Bournemouth International Centre is 10 km from the property. Bournemouth Airport is 17 km away.

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                  14 Farm Street
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                  Bed and breakfast in Yeovil, Tintinhull · 34.91 km from centre

                    9.0

                     

                    41 reviews

                    Situated in Tintinhull, 40 km from Golden Cap and 18 km from Sherborne Old Castle, 14 Farm Street features garden views and free WiFi. The property is around 33 km from Woodlands Castle, 38 km from Wells Cathedral and 38 km from Stourhead.

                    At the bed and breakfast, units include a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. The bed and breakfast offers some units with quiet street views, and every unit includes a kettle. All units will provide guests with a wardrobe and a coffee machine.

                    Dinosaurland Fossil Museum is 40 km from the bed and breakfast. Bristol Airport is 61 km from the property.

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                    The Garden Room
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                    Bed and breakfast in Somerton, Dundon · 47.02 km from centre

                      9.0

                       

                      109 reviews

                      Located in Dundon in the Somerset region, The Garden Room features a terrace and garden views. This bed and breakfast has a garden. Free WiFi is available throughout the property.

                      The bed and breakfast comes with a flat-screen TV. Towels and bed linen are provided in the bed and breakfast. The accommodation is non-smoking.

                      A continental breakfast is available at the bed and breakfast.

                      Bristol Airport is 45 km away.

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                      The Bell
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                      Hotel in Ilminster · 44.51 km from centre

                        7.9

                         

                        228 reviews

                        Situated in Ilminster, 35 km from Golden Cap, The Bell features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar. Located around 14 km from Woodlands Castle, the hotel with free WiFi is also 30 km away from Dinosaurland Fossil Museum. The property is non-smoking and is located 48 km from Sandy Park Rugby Stadium.

                        At the hotel, the rooms include a desk and a flat-screen TV. The private bathroom is fitted with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer.

                        Breakfast is available, and includes continental, Full English/Irish and vegetarian options.

                        Sherborne Old Castle is 38 km from The Bell, while Tiverton Castle is 49 km from the property. Exeter International Airport is 43 km away.

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                        The Barn at Creech View
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                        Holiday home in Wareham · 23.74 km from centre

                          9.6

                           

                          5 reviews

                          Set 7.5 km from Corfe Castle, The Barn at Creech View offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The property is around 21 km from Poole Harbour, 27 km from Bournemouth International Centre and 33 km from Weymouth Harbour. The property is non-smoking and is situated 11 km from Monkey World.

                          This holiday home includes 1 bedroom, a living room and a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dining area, and 1 bathroom with a shower and a washing machine. Towels and bed linen are offered in the holiday home. The property has an outdoor dining area.

                          Guests can relax in the garden at the property.

                          Swanage Railway is 16 km from the holiday home, while The Italian Villa is 25 km from the property. Bournemouth Airport is 30 km away.

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                          The Cow Shed
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                          Holiday home in Blandford Forum, Farnham · 36.24 km from centre

                            8.2

                             

                            5 reviews

                            The Cow Shed, a property with a garden, is located in Farnham, 29 km from Salisbury Cathedral, 30 km from Salisbury Train Station, as well as 31 km from Poole Harbour. The property is around 32 km from Monkey World, 33 km from Old Sarum and 35 km from Bournemouth International Centre. The property is non-smoking and is situated 27 km from Salisbury Racecourse.

                            The 2-bedroom holiday home has a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, and 2 bathrooms with a shower and a washing machine. Featuring free private parking, this 5-star holiday home also features free WiFi. The accommodation offers a fireplace.

                            Stonehenge is 44 km from the holiday home, while Longleat House is 44 km from the property. Bournemouth Airport is 27 km away.

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                            Moortown Lodge B&B
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                            Bed and breakfast in Ringwood · 47.97 km from centre

                              10.0

                               

                              123 reviews

                              Located just 5 minutes south of Ringwood, the historic market town at the Western Gateway to the New Forest National Park. The AA 2026 Gold 4-star award-winning Moortown Lodge offers 4 individually designed rooms and an AA 2026 award-winning breakfast, including vegetarian, vegan and gluten free options.

                              All en-suite bathrooms have walk-in showers.. The rooms have air-conditioning, feature tea/coffee making facilities and a flat-screen TV with Netflix. EV fast charger in the carpark.

                              Moortown Lodge is a Georgian century 1760 hunting lodge half a mile south of the A31, on the B3347 road. Less than 20 minutes’ drive from Bournemouth and Christchurch. Salisbury, Southampton and Poole can be reached in 30 minutes by car. 0.3 miles to Ringwood Brewery.

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                              Pass the Keys Delightful 2 bedroom caravan with parking
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                              Holiday home in Wimborne, Wimborne Minster · 33.44 km from centre

                                8.2

                                 

                                5 reviews

                                Pass the Keys Delightful 2 bedroom caravan with parking, a property with a garden, is situated in Wimborne Minster, 15 km from Poole Harbour, 19 km from Sandbanks, as well as 19 km from Bournemouth International Centre. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are accessible at the holiday home free of charge. Monkey World is 26 km from the holiday home and Corfe Castle is 28 km away.

                                The holiday home has 2 bedrooms, a TV, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, and 2 bathrooms with a shower. Towels and bed linen are offered in the holiday home.

                                Salisbury Racecourse is 38 km from Pass the Keys Delightful 2 bedroom caravan with parking, while Salisbury Cathedral is 40 km from the property. The nearest airport is Bournemouth Airport, 11 km from the accommodation.

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                                Grade II Listed House Tranquil Garden & Parking
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                                Holiday home in Somerton, Kingsdon · 39.85 km from centre

                                  8.0

                                   

                                  1 review

                                  Situated in Kingsdon in the Somerset region, Grade II Listed House Tranquil Garden & Parking has a patio. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are available at the holiday home free of charge. The property is non-smoking and is set 49 km from Golden Cap.

                                  The spacious holiday home features 3 bedrooms, a TV, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, a washing machine, and 3 bathrooms with a bath. Towels and bed linen are featured in the holiday home. The accommodation offers a fireplace.

                                  Guests at Grade II Listed House Tranquil Garden & Parking can enjoy cycling nearby, or make the most of the garden.

                                  Bristol Airport is 57 km away.

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                                  Sunnyside - Stylish Apartment Moments from Poole Quay
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                                  Apartment in Poole · 31.67 km from centre

                                    8.1

                                     

                                    16 reviews

                                    Boasting accommodation with a patio, Sunnyside - Stylish Apartment Moments from Poole Quay is located in Poole. Featuring a lift, this property also provides guests with a water park. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Poole Beach is 700 metres away.

                                    The apartment features 2 bedrooms, a TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a bath. Towels and bed linen are provided in the apartment. The accommodation is non-smoking.

                                    Guests at the apartment will be able to enjoy activities in and around Poole, like cycling.

                                    Poole Harbour is 1.5 km from Sunnyside - Stylish Apartment Moments from Poole Quay, while Bournemouth International Centre is 10 km away. Bournemouth Airport is 17 km from the property.

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                                    Fern Studio
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                                    Apartment in Lyme Regis · 35.41 km from centre

                                      9.4

                                       

                                      5 reviews

                                      Boasting garden views, Fern Studio features accommodation with a balcony, around 11 km from Golden Cap. The property is situated 42 km from Sandy Park Rugby Stadium, 45 km from Weymouth Harbour and 1 km from Dinosaurland Fossil Museum. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Lyme Regis Front Beach is 1.3 km away.

                                      This apartment features 1 bedroom, a kitchen with a toaster and a fridge, a flat-screen TV, a seating area and 1 bathroom fitted with a shower. Towels and bed linen are available in the apartment. The property has an outdoor dining area.

                                      Portland Castle is 48 km from the apartment, while Sherborne Old Castle is 50 km from the property. Exeter International Airport is 40 km away.

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                                      Sea Quest - Short Walk to Alum Chine Beach
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                                      Apartment in Bournemouth · 37.98 km from centre

                                        8.0

                                         

                                        1 review

                                        Sea Quest - Short Walk to Alum Chine Beach is set in Bournemouth, 1.8 km from Bournemouth International Centre, 6.3 km from Sandbanks, and 10 km from Poole Harbour. Boasting a lift, this property also provides guests with a water park. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Alum Chine beach is 300 metres away.

                                        The apartment is fitted with 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a TV, a fully equipped kitchen, and a patio with garden views. The accommodation is non-smoking.

                                        Dining options are available close to the apartment.

                                        Guests at Sea Quest - Short Walk to Alum Chine Beach will be able to enjoy activities in and around Bournemouth, like cycling.

                                        Monkey World is 30 km from the accommodation, while Salisbury Cathedral is 49 km from the property. Bournemouth Airport is 12 km away.

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                                        1 Dorset Mews
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                                        Holiday home in Lyme Regis · 35.42 km from centre

                                          8.9

                                           

                                          96 reviews

                                          Located in Lyme Regis in the Dorset region, 1 Dorset Mews has a balcony. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking. The property is non-smoking and is situated 700 metres from Lyme Regis Front Beach.

                                          With free WiFi, this 2-bedroom holiday home features a flat-screen TV, a washing machine and a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and oven. Towels and bed linen are offered in the holiday home. The accommodation offers a fireplace.

                                          Guests can also relax in the garden.

                                          Golden Cap is 11 km from the holiday home, while Sandy Park Rugby Stadium is 48 km from the property. Exeter International Airport is 43 km away.

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                                          Find the best deals on hotels in Dorset

                                          Dorset, situated on the southern coast of England, is renowned for its stunning Jurassic Coast, a UNESCO World Heritage Site featuring dramatic cliffs, ancient rock formations, and fossil-rich beaches.

                                          Iconic landmarks such as Durdle Door and Lulworth Cove are must-visit attractions, offering breathtaking views and excellent photo opportunities. The county’s charming seaside towns, including Weymouth and Lyme Regis, provide a perfect mix of relaxation and adventure.

                                          Dorset’s unique combination of natural wonders, historical landmarks, and quaint villages makes it a captivating destination for all types of travellers. So it’s a good thing we’ve got hotels in Dorset to match every taste.

                                          Use our map view to narrow down your search and then our filters to refine your results and choose your perfect hotel. Just make sure you’ve signed up to get up to 15% off too – it’s free, so you might as well!

                                          Where to Stay in Dorset

                                          If you're drawn to the seaside, Bournemouth offers a bustling atmosphere with its expansive sandy beaches and lively town centre. It's a popular choice for families and those looking for vibrant nightlife and entertainment options.

                                          For a more tranquil coastal experience, Weymouth presents a charming harbour and a long stretch of sandy beach, ideal for water sports enthusiasts and families seeking a relaxed seaside retreat. Its proximity to the Jurassic Coast also makes it a convenient base for exploring this UNESCO World Heritage Site.

                                          Inland, Dorchester beckons with its rich historical connections, including associations with the novelist Thomas Hardy. The town boasts a range of accommodation options, from cosy inns to boutique hotels, perfect for visitors interested in exploring its museums, historic sites, and local culture.

                                          Venturing further into the countryside, Shaftesbury offers a picturesque setting with its famous Gold Hill and stunning views over the Dorset landscape. It's an excellent choice for walkers and those seeking a quieter, more rural escape.

                                          Another option back on the coast is Lyme Regis, which charms visitors with its fossil-rich cliffs and quaint harbour. This historic town provides a selection of welcoming B&Bs and boutique hotels, making it an ideal destination for a peaceful coastal getaway.

                                          Heading east, Swanage is another coastal gem, offering a relaxed atmosphere. Its proximity to Durlston Country Park and the scenic Swanage Railway adds to its appeal for nature lovers and history enthusiasts alike.

                                          Or there’s Bridport, which stands out with its vibrant arts scene and proximity to West Bay. The town's markets, independent shops, and cultural events make it a fascinating place to stay while exploring the western reaches of the Jurassic Coast.

                                          Insider Tips for Dorset

                                          • Visit Durdle Door, an iconic limestone arch on the Jurassic Coast. The stunning scenery makes it a great spot for photography, and you can also enjoy a swim in the clear waters of the adjacent beach.
                                          • Don't miss the Lyme Regis Museum, which provides fascinating insights into the town’s geological history.
                                          • Take a trip to Corfe Castle, a thousand-year-old ruin set in a picturesque village. The castle offers spectacular views of the surrounding countryside and has a rich history to discover.
                                          • Spend a day at the beautiful Lulworth Cove, renowned for its unique geology and crystal-clear waters. It's an ideal spot for kayaking, paddleboarding, or simply relaxing by the sea.
                                          • Visit the Tank Museum in Bovington for an engaging look at the history of armoured warfare. The museum’s extensive collection of tanks and interactive exhibits make it a great day out for all ages.
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