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Sandy Haven
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Apartment in Swanage · 35.33 km from centre

    9.7

     

    3 reviews

    Sandy Haven, a property with a garden, is situated in Swanage, 8.4 km from Corfe Castle, 23 km from Monkey World, as well as 1.6 km from Swanage Railway. The property is located 35 km from Athelhampton House, 4.5 km from Putlake Adventure Farm and 8.4 km from Dorset Adventure Park. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Swanage Bay is 400 metres away.

    The spacious apartment has 2 bedrooms, a TV, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, and 2 bathrooms with a walk-in shower. The accommodation is non-smoking.

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

    Bournemouth Airport is 25 km from the property.

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    Swanage Bay Apartment
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    Holiday home in Swanage · 35.37 km from centre

      8.4

       

      19 reviews

      Swanage Bay Apartment is located in Swanage, 8.8 km from Corfe Castle, 24 km from Monkey World, and 500 metres from Swanage Railway. Free WiFi is offered throughout the property and private parking is available on site. The property is non-smoking and is set 300 metres from Swanage Bay.

      This holiday home has 2 bedrooms, a kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a TV, a seating area and 1 bathroom.

      Athelhampton House is 36 km from the holiday home, while Putlake Adventure Farm is 2.9 km from the property. Bournemouth Airport is 26 km away.

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      1 Bakery Cottages - Beer
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      Holiday home in Beer · 46.27 km from centre

        9.0

         

        1 review

        Located in Beer in the Devon region, with Seaton Beach and Hooken Beach nearby, 1 Bakery Cottages - Beer provides accommodation with free private parking. The property is situated 30 km from Sandy Park Rugby Stadium, 16 km from Dinosaurland Fossil Museum and 41 km from Powderham Castle. The property is non-smoking and is set 28 km from Golden Cap.

        The holiday home includes 2 bedrooms, a living room, and 2 bathrooms with a shower. A TV is provided. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

        The nearest airport is Exeter International Airport, 28 km from the holiday home.

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        Charleston Cottage
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        Holiday home in Charmouth, Bridport · 33.18 km from centre

          7.0

           

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          Located in Bridport in the Dorset region, with Charmouth Beach nearby, Charleston Cottage provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The property is around 48 km from Weymouth Harbour, 49 km from Sandy Park Rugby Stadium and 4.3 km from Dinosaurland Fossil Museum. The property is non-smoking and is set 6.8 km from Golden Cap.

          The holiday home includes 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms with a walk-in shower, a seating area, and a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher. The accommodation offers a fireplace.

          Guests at Charleston Cottage will be able to enjoy activities in and around Bridport, like golfing, cycling and fishing. Guests can also relax in the garden.

          Woodlands Castle is 42 km from the accommodation, while Portland Castle is 45 km away. Exeter International Airport is 43 km from the property.

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          Leabenara
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          Holiday home in Seaton · 45.56 km from centre

            Leabenara, a property with a garden, is set in Seaton, 30 km from Sandy Park Rugby Stadium, 12 km from Dinosaurland Fossil Museum, as well as 41 km from Powderham Castle. With free private parking, the property is 2.8 km from Seaton Beach and 25 km f...

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            Little Woodlands
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            Holiday home in Axmouth, Seaton · 43.37 km from centre

              8.0

               

              1 review

              Little Woodlands, a property with a garden, is located in Seaton, less than 1 km from Seaton Beach, 26 km from Golden Cap, as well as 33 km from Sandy Park Rugby Stadium. Private parking is available on site.

              The holiday home includes 1 bedroom, 1 b...

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              Enticing Apartment in Wimborne near Model Town
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              Hotel in Wimborne · 35.65 km from centre

                Located in Wimborne, this apartment is within a 5-minute drive of Motorsport Simulation Group and Wimborne Model Town. This apartment is 9.5 mi (15.3 km) from New Forest National Park and 9 mi (14.5 km) from Poole Harbour.

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                Stylish 1 bed studio hot tub &gym close to Lyme
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                Apartment in Axminster · 39.43 km from centre

                  10.0

                   

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                  Stylish 1 bed studio hot tub &gym close to Lyme offers accommodation in Axminster, 46 km from Sherborne Old Castle. With free private parking, the property is 15 km from Golden Cap and 42 km from Sandy Park Rugby Stadium. The property is non-smoking and is located 9.1 km from Dinosaurland Fossil Museum.

                  The nearest airport is Exeter International Airport, 36 km from the apartment.

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                  The Den Of Desire - Adults only Experience - Walk to Beach and Town Centre - Bournemouth
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                  Apartment in Bournemouth City Centre, Bournemouth · 38.79 km from centre

                    7.3

                     

                    6 reviews

                    Set 500 metres from Alum Chine beach and 700 metres from Westcliff Beach in the centre of Bournemouth, The Den Of Desire - Adults only Experience - Walk to Beach and Town Centre - Bournemouth offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. In a prime location in the Bournemouth City Centre district, this apartment provides a garden, as well as a hot tub. The property is non-smoking and is located less than 1 km from Eastcliff Beach.

                    The apartment consists of 1 bedroom, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a kettle, and 2 bathrooms with a hot tub and a hair dryer. Towels and bed linen are featured in the apartment. The property has an outdoor dining area.

                    Bournemouth International Centre is 600 metres from the apartment, while Sandbanks is 7.7 km away. Bournemouth Airport is 13 km from the property.

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                    Tucktonia retreat
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                    Homestay in South Coast, Iford · 45.64 km from centre

                      9.1

                       

                      75 reviews

                      Featuring garden views, Tucktonia retreat provides accommodation with a garden and a patio, around 2 km from Southbourne Beach. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is located 7.6 km from Bournemouth International Centre.

                      The homestay comes with a flat-screen TV. Towels and bed linen are featured in the homestay. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

                      Poole Harbour is 18 km from the homestay, while Beaulieu is 32 km away. Bournemouth Airport is 8 km from the property.

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                      Little Lucerne
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                      Apartment in Lyme Regis · 35.26 km from centre

                        9.2

                         

                        5 reviews

                        Set in Lyme Regis in the Dorset region, with Lyme Regis Front Beach and Dinosaurland Fossil Museum nearby, Little Lucerne offers accommodation with free private parking. The property is situated 49 km from Sandy Park Rugby Stadium, 42 km from Woodlands Castle and 49 km from Portland Castle. The property is non-smoking and is located 13 km from Golden Cap.

                        The apartment is composed of 1 bedroom, a fully equipped kitchen, and 1 bathroom. A flat-screen TV is offered.

                        Exeter International Airport is 43 km from the property.

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                        Anglebury House
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                        Guest house in Wareham · 23.19 km from centre

                          8.1

                           

                          1,104 reviews

                          Featuring free WiFi, Anglebury House is situated in Wareham, within a 10-minute drive from Monkey World. Guests can enjoy the on-site Anglebury Restaurant, which is available every day and evening for residents.

                          Each room includes a flat-screen TV. You will find a kettle in the room. Each room comes with a private bathroom. For your comfort, you will find free toiletries and a hairdryer.

                          The nearest airport is Bournemouth Airport, 22 km from Anglebury House.

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                          Liberty Lodge
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                          Apartment in Chard, Winsham · 36.74 km from centre

                            9.3

                             

                            78 reviews

                            Boasting garden views, Liberty Lodge offers accommodation with a garden and a patio, around 27 km from Golden Cap. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking. The property is non-smoking and is set 20 km from Dinosaurland Fossil Museum.

                            The apartment includes 1 bedroom, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, as well as a coffee machine. Towels and bed linen are offered in the apartment. There is also a seating area and a fireplace.

                            Sherborne Old Castle is 36 km from the apartment. The nearest airport is Exeter International Airport, 46 km from Liberty Lodge.

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                            Dream Catcher in Poole
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                            Hotel in Poole · 31.58 km from centre

                              When you stay at this vacation home in Poole, you'll be in a shopping district, within a 15-minute drive of Bournemouth Beach and Poole Harbour. This vacation home is 4.7 mi (7.6 km) from Tower Park and 6.2 mi (10 km) from Bournemouth International Centre.

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                              Beautiful converted Stable in peaceful Somerset, close to the Jurassic Coast
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                              Apartment in Chard · 39.49 km from centre

                                9.5

                                 

                                10 reviews

                                Beautiful converted Stable in peaceful Somerset, close to the Jurassic Coast is located in Chard, 50 km from Sandy Park Rugby Stadium, 24 km from Woodlands Castle, as well as 24 km from Dinosaurland Fossil Museum. This property offers access to table tennis, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is situated 29 km from Golden Cap.

                                The apartment consists of 1 separate bedroom, 1 bathroom and a living room.

                                Guests at the apartment can enjoy fishing nearby, or make the most of the garden.

                                Sherborne Old Castle is 37 km from Beautiful converted Stable in peaceful Somerset, close to the Jurassic Coast. Exeter International Airport is 44 km from the property.

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                                Parshalls Retreat
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                                Holiday home in Ilminster, Broadway · 43.10 km from centre

                                  9.3

                                   

                                  9 reviews

                                  Parshalls Retreat, a property with a garden, is located in Broadway, 17 km from Woodlands Castle, 28 km from Dinosaurland Fossil Museum, as well as 38 km from Sherborne Old Castle. Offering free private parking, the 5-star holiday home is 33 km from Golden Cap. Providing free WiFi throughout the property, the non-smoking holiday home features a hot tub.

                                  The 1-bedroom holiday home is equipped with a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and 1 bathroom with a hot tub, a shower and a washing machine. Towels and bed linen are provided in the holiday home. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

                                  Exeter International Airport is 45 km away.

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                                  Sunnyside - Poole Dorset
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                                  Hotel in Poole · 35.50 km from centre

                                    With a stay at this vacation home in Poole (Parkstone), you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Bournemouth Beach and Poole Harbour. This vacation home is 2 mi (3.2 km) from Tower Park and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Bournemouth University.

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                                    Marsh Farm Glamping Flittermouse Shepherd Hut
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                                    Luxury tent in Langport · 44.63 km from centre

                                      10.0

                                       

                                      27 reviews

                                      Boasting garden views, Marsh Farm Glamping Flittermouse Shepherd Hut offers accommodation with an open-air bath, a garden and barbecue facilities, around 49 km from Golden Cap. This property offers access to a terrace 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. This luxury tent is allergy-free and non-smoking.

                                      If you would rather not eat out, you can make use of the kitchenette facilities, which include a fridge, a stovetop and kitchenware.

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

                                      Bristol Airport is 55 km from the property.

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                                      Cranbourne Chase Stargazer - Ukc6914
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                                      Holiday home in Salisbury, Pentridge · 44.19 km from centre

                                        9.6

                                         

                                        5 reviews

                                        Cranbourne Chase Stargazer - Ukc6914, a property with a garden, is situated in Pentridge, 20 km from Salisbury Cathedral, 21 km from Salisbury Train Station, as well as 23 km from Old Sarum. Providing free private parking, the 5-star holiday home is 18 km from Salisbury Racecourse. Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, the non-smoking holiday home has a hot tub.

                                        The holiday home features 2 bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, and 1 bathroom with a hot tub and a shower. Towels and bed linen are available in the holiday home. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

                                        Stonehenge is 34 km from the holiday home, while Poole Harbour is 37 km from the property. Bournemouth Airport is 33 km away.

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                                        Swallowfield Glamping-The Last Stop
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                                        Campsite in Yeovil · 24.41 km from centre

                                          9.4

                                           

                                          38 reviews

                                          Swallowfield Glamping-The Last Stop, a property with a garden, is located in Yeovil, 43 km from Weymouth Harbour, 49 km from Monkey World, as well as 24 km from Sherborne Old Castle. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and private parking is available on site. The property is non-smoking and is situated 23 km from Golden Cap.

                                          Guests can take in the views of the lake from the patio, which also has outdoor furniture. The accommodation offers an air conditioning, a heating and a shared bathroom.

                                          Guests at the campground will be able to enjoy activities in and around Yeovil, like walking tours.

                                          Dinosaurland Fossil Museum is 32 km from Swallowfield Glamping-The Last Stop, while Athelhampton House is 37 km from the property. Exeter International Airport is 63 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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