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Bright and cosy seaside retreat
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Apartment in Poole · 33.49 km from centre

    9.5

     

    2 reviews

    Bright and cosy seaside retreat, a property with a terrace, is situated in Poole, 4.3 km from Poole Harbour, 7 km from Bournemouth International Centre, as well as 24 km from Corfe Castle. The property is set 25 km from Monkey World, 46 km from Beaulieu and 46 km from Salisbury Cathedral. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Poole Beach is 2.1 km away.

    The apartment has 1 bedroom, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen, and 1 bathroom with a bath. The accommodation is non-smoking.

    Salisbury Train Station is 47 km from the apartment, while Old Sarum is 50 km from the property. Bournemouth Airport is 13 km away.

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    Countryside Snug - 3 Miles to Lyme Regis Beach - Balcony Views & Free Parking
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    Bed and breakfast in Axminster · 37.42 km from centre

      8.7

       

      69 reviews

      Featuring garden views, Countryside Snug - 3 Miles to Lyme Regis Beach - Balcony Views & Free Parking provides accommodation with a balcony, around 12 km from Golden Cap. Boasting luggage storage space, this property also provides guests with a picnic area. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi, free private parking and an electric vehicle charging station.

      The non-smoking unit includes a fireplace, shower and flat-screen TV with DVD player. The property has an outdoor dining area.

      Available, the breakfast at the property includes continental dishes along with a selection of fresh pastries and fruits.

      Guests at the bed and breakfast will be able to enjoy activities in and around Axminster, like snorkelling, cycling and hiking.

      Sandy Park Rugby Stadium is 44 km from Countryside Snug - 3 Miles to Lyme Regis Beach - Balcony Views & Free Parking, while Dinosaurland Fossil Museum is 6.9 km away. Exeter International Airport is 38 km from the property.

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      2 Bed in Swanage oc-wy382
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      Holiday home in Swanage · 34.46 km from centre

        9.5

         

        2 reviews

        Offering a garden and garden view, 2 Bed in Swanage oc-wy382 is set in Swanage, 7.9 km from Corfe Castle and 23 km from Monkey World. The property is situated 32 km from Poole Harbour, 46 km from Weymouth Harbour and 1.5 km from Swanage Railway. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Swanage Bay is 1.7 km away.

        The holiday home features 2 bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom. Towels and bed linen are featured in the holiday home. The accommodation offers a fireplace.

        Athelhampton House is 34 km from 2 Bed in Swanage oc-wy382, while Putlake Adventure Farm is 1.9 km away. Bournemouth Airport is 26 km from the property.

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        Bramley Cottage at Stepps House
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        Holiday home in Ilminster, Broadway · 44.56 km from centre

          9.8

           

          6 reviews

          Bramley Cottage at Stepps House is situated in Broadway, 48 km from Sandy Park Rugby Stadium, 14 km from Woodlands Castle, as well as 30 km from Dinosaurland Fossil Museum. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is set 36 km from Golden Cap.

          The holiday home with a terrace and inner courtyard views features 1 bedroom, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 1 bathroom with a shower. The unit is soundproofed and includes a parquet floors as well as a fireplace. The property has an outdoor dining area.

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

          Sherborne Old Castle is 38 km from Bramley Cottage at Stepps House, while Tiverton Castle is 49 km away. Exeter International Airport is 43 km from the property.

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          Poole Stay
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          Guest house in Poole · 32.59 km from centre

            8.4

             

            138 reviews

            Set in Poole, within 1.4 km of Poole Beach and 2.9 km of Poole Harbour, Poole Stay offers accommodation with a garden and free WiFi as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property is situated 8 km from Bournemouth International Centre, 24 km from Corfe Castle and 24 km from Monkey World. Salisbury Train Station is 48 km away and Salisbury Racecourse is 50 km from the guest house.

            The accommodation comes with a flat-screen TV and a shared bathroom with bath, shower and a hair dryer, while the kitchenette features a microwave, a fridge and a stovetop. Kitchenware and kettle are also featured. At the guest house, the units are fitted with bed linen and towels.

            Salisbury Cathedral is 47 km from the guest house, while Beaulieu is 47 km away. Bournemouth Airport is 13 km from the property.

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            Hill House
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            Bed and breakfast in Shaftesbury · 36.74 km from centre

              9.4

               

              14 reviews

              Set 30 km from Longleat Safari Park, 32 km from Salisbury Train Station and 32 km from Salisbury Racecourse, Hill House offers accommodation located in Shaftesbury. The property is around 33 km from Salisbury Cathedral, 34 km from Old Sarum and 37 km from Monkey World. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Longleat House is 29 km away.

              Towels and bed linen are featured in the bed and breakfast. The accommodation is non-smoking.

              Stonehenge is 39 km from the bed and breakfast, while Poole Harbour is 42 km away. Bournemouth Airport is 44 km from the property.

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              The Grain Silo
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              Holiday home in Wareham, Kimmeridge · 23.34 km from centre

                8.8

                 

                5 reviews

                Situated in Kimmeridge and only 7.6 km from Corfe Castle, The Grain Silo features accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking. The property is around 23 km from Poole Harbour, 29 km from Bournemouth International Centre and 35 km from Weymouth Harbour. The property is non-smoking and is located 13 km from Monkey World.

                The holiday home is composed of 1 separate bedroom, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 1 bathroom. Towels and bed linen are offered in the holiday home. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

                Guests can relax in the garden at the property.

                Swanage Railway is 16 km from the holiday home, while Athelhampton House is 25 km from the property. Bournemouth Airport is 32 km away.

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                The Gallery
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                Holiday home in Blandford Forum · 24.96 km from centre

                  8.6

                   

                  42 reviews

                  The Gallery is situated in Blandford Forum, 25 km from Poole Harbour, 31 km from Sandbanks, as well as 32 km from Bournemouth International Centre. The property is set 32 km from Corfe Castle, 36 km from Salisbury Racecourse and 38 km from Salisbury Cathedral. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Monkey World is 21 km away.

                  This holiday home has 1 bedroom, a kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a flat-screen TV, a seating area and 1 bathroom fitted with a bath. Towels and bed linen are offered in the holiday home. The accommodation is non-smoking.

                  Salisbury Train Station is 38 km from the holiday home, while Old Sarum is 41 km from the property. Bournemouth Airport is 26 km away.

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                  Mill Stream Yurt
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                  Luxury tent in Devon, Colyton · 44.35 km from centre

                    9.4

                     

                    22 reviews

                    Offering a terrace and garden view, Mill Stream Yurt is set in Colyton, 40 km from Sandy Park Rugby Stadium and 12 km from Dinosaurland Fossil Museum. Situated 22 km from Golden Cap, the property features a garden and free private parking. On clear days, guests can head outside to enjoy the luxury tent's outdoor fireplace or simply kick back and relax.

                    Towels and bed linen are offered in the luxury tent. There is also a seating area and a fireplace.

                    The luxury tent has a picnic area where you can spend a day out in the open.

                    Woodlands Castle is 42 km from the luxury tent, while Tiverton Castle is 49 km from the property. Exeter International Airport is 34 km away.

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                    Coastal Hideaway-Big Deck,BBQ, Sauna, Dog Friendly
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                    Apartment in Lyme Regis, Uplyme · 35.95 km from centre

                      9.7

                       

                      6 reviews

                      Featuring a sauna, Coastal Hideaway-Big Deck, BBQ, Sauna, Dog Friendly is situated in Uplyme. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is located 1.4 km from Lyme Regis Front Beach.

                      The recently renovated apartment is located on the ground floor and is equipped with 1 bedroom, a flat-screen TV with streaming services and a fully equipped kitchen that provides guests with a dishwasher and an oven. A private entrance leads guests into the apartment, where they can enjoy some wine or champagne and chocolates or cookies. The property has an outdoor dining area.

                      Guests can also relax in the garden.

                      Golden Cap is 13 km from the apartment, while Sandy Park Rugby Stadium is 48 km away. The nearest airport is Exeter International Airport, 42 km from Coastal Hideaway-Big Deck, BBQ, Sauna, Dog Friendly.

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                      Seaview West Coast
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                      Apartment in Bournemouth City Centre, Bournemouth · 39.16 km from centre

                        9.6

                         

                        17 reviews

                        With a stay at this apartment in Bournemouth (Bournemouth City Centre), you'll be a 3-minute walk from Bournemouth International Centre and 6 minutes by foot from Bournemouth Beach. This apartment is 8.2 mi (13.2 km) from New Forest National Park and 5.5 mi (8.8 km) from Poole Harbour.

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                        Tides - Poole Town Views, On-site Parking
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                        Apartment in Poole · 31.74 km from centre

                          8.7

                           

                          14 reviews

                          Boasting accommodation with a patio, Tides - Poole Town Views, On-site Parking 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 600 metres from Poole Beach.

                          The apartment has 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 offered in the apartment.

                          A water park is available on-site and cycling can be enjoyed within close proximity of Tides - Poole Town Views, On-site Parking.

                          Poole Harbour is 1.6 km from the accommodation, while Sandbanks is 9.2 km from the property. Bournemouth Airport is 17 km away.

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                          Great couples accommodation with beautiful sea view
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                          Apartment in Lyme Regis · 35.63 km from centre

                            8.7

                             

                            26 reviews

                            Located in Lyme Regis in the Dorset region, with Lyme Regis Front Beach and Dinosaurland Fossil Museum nearby, Great couples accommodation with beautiful sea view provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The property is non-smoking and is situated 12 km from Golden Cap.

                            The apartment is equipped with 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchenette, and a terrace with garden views. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

                            Sandy Park Rugby Stadium is 49 km from the apartment, while Portland Castle is 50 km away. Exeter International Airport is 43 km from the property.

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                            Family home
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                            Homestay in Poole · 33.94 km from centre

                              8.3

                               

                              26 reviews

                              Family home, a property with a garden, is set in Poole, 10 km from Bournemouth International Centre, 10 km from Sandbanks, as well as 23 km from Corfe Castle. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are accessible at the homestay free of charge. The property is non-smoking and is situated 7.8 km from Poole Harbour.

                              Monkey World is 24 km from Family home, while Salisbury Racecourse is 48 km from the property. Bournemouth Airport is 12 km away.

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                              Saint Margaret's Guest House
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                              Homestay in Poole · 32.24 km from centre

                                8.6

                                 

                                50 reviews

                                Set in Poole with Poole Beach and Poole Harbour nearby, Saint Margaret's Guest House offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The property is located 9.4 km from Bournemouth International Centre, 23 km from Corfe Castle and 24 km from Monkey World. A tour desk can provide information on the area.

                                The units come with a flat-screen TV with streaming services, fridge, a kettle, a shower, a hair dryer and a desk. All units feature a shared bathroom, free toiletries and bed linen.

                                Bournemouth Airport is 14 km away.

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                                The Pocker Watch
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                                Holiday home in Chideock · 27.21 km from centre

                                  Situated 44 km from Weymouth Harbour and 12 km from Dinosaurland Fossil Museum in Chideock, The Pocker Watch offers accommodation with a kitchen. Featuring free private parking, the 3-star holiday home is 1 km from Golden Cap. The property is non-smoking and is located 39 km from Portland Castle.

                                  Towels and bed linen are available in the holiday home. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

                                  Athelhampton House is 42 km from the holiday home, while Portland Museum is 42 km from the property. Exeter International Airport is 51 km away.

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                                  Springhill House
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                                  Holiday home in Swanage · 35.58 km from centre

                                    8.7

                                     

                                    35 reviews

                                    Situated in Swanage in the Dorset region, with Swanage Bay and Swanage Railway nearby, Springhill House features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The property is set 24 km from Monkey World, 36 km from Athelhampton House and 2.9 km from Putlake Adventure Farm. The property is non-smoking and is located 9 km from Corfe Castle.

                                    The holiday home also includes 2 bathrooms.

                                    Dorset Adventure Park is 10 km from the holiday home, while Wareham Town Museum is 16 km from the property. Bournemouth Airport is 26 km away.

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                                    Cozy house
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                                    Homestay in Poole · 32.40 km from centre

                                      8.7

                                       

                                      4 reviews

                                      Offering a garden and garden view, Cozy house is set in Poole, 2.8 km from Poole Harbour and 8.7 km from Bournemouth International Centre. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is located 300 metres from Poole Beach.

                                      The kitchen comes with a dishwasher, an oven and a fridge and there is a shared bathroom with slippers and a hair dryer. The property offers city views.

                                      Corfe Castle is 23 km from the homestay, while Monkey World is 24 km away. Bournemouth Airport is 14 km from the property.

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                                      Cedar Garden Cottage
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                                      Holiday home in Yeovil, East Chinnock · 29.69 km from centre

                                        8.6

                                         

                                        26 reviews

                                        Boasting garden views, Cedar Garden Cottage features accommodation with a patio, around 30 km from Golden Cap. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is situated 19 km from Sherborne Old Castle.

                                        This holiday home features 2 bedrooms, a kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a flat-screen TV, a seating area and 1 bathroom fitted with a bath. Towels and bed linen are available in the holiday home. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

                                        Dinosaurland Fossil Museum is 32 km from the holiday home, while Woodlands Castle is 36 km from the property. Exeter International Airport is 60 km away.

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                                        Stunning Apartment Suite - Free Parking & WiFi!
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                                        Apartment in Poole · 31.72 km from centre

                                          8.6

                                           

                                          44 reviews

                                          Located in Poole with Poole Beach and Poole Harbour nearby, Stunning Apartment Suite - Free Parking & WiFi! offers accommodation with free private parking. The property is around 10 km from Bournemouth International Centre, 24 km from Corfe Castle and 24 km from Monkey World. The property is non-smoking and is set 9.2 km from Sandbanks.

                                          With free WiFi, this 1-bedroom apartment provides a flat-screen TV, a washing machine and a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and oven. Towels and bed linen are provided in the apartment.

                                          Bournemouth Airport is 17 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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