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Gardener's Rest
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Holiday home in Axminster, Hawley Bottom · 45.72 km from centre

    8.5

     

    9 reviews

    Gardener's Rest, a property with a garden, is located in Hawley Bottom, 36 km from Sandy Park Rugby Stadium, 16 km from Dinosaurland Fossil Museum, as well as 33 km from Woodlands Castle. The property is non-smoking and is set 21 km from Golden Cap.

    The holiday home is fitted with 1 bedroom, a fully equipped kitchen with kitchenware, and 1 bathroom. Offering free private parking, this 3-star holiday home also features free WiFi. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

    Dining options are available close to the holiday home.

    Tiverton Castle is 45 km from Gardener's Rest, while Powderham Castle is 47 km away. Exeter International Airport is 30 km from the property.

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    Yawl, Harcombe House
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    Bed and breakfast in Lyme Regis, Uplyme · 36.16 km from centre

      8.4

       

      124 reviews

      Breakfast available

      Offering quiet street views, Yawl, Harcombe House is an accommodation located in Uplyme, 39 km from Woodlands Castle and 47 km from Sherborne Old Castle. With free private parking, the property is 12 km from Golden Cap and 45 km from Sandy Park Rugby Stadium. The property is non-smoking and is situated 4.5 km from Dinosaurland Fossil Museum.

      A private entrance leads guests into the bed and breakfast, where they can enjoy some fruits and chocolates or cookies.

      Buffet and continental breakfast options with fresh pastries, fruits and cheese are available.

      Exeter International Airport is 40 km from the property.

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      The Brewers Arms
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      Inn in Somerset, South Petherton · 37.00 km from centre

        9.4

         

        120 reviews

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        Located in South Petherton, The Brewers Arms is a 4-minute drive from East Lambrook Manor Gardens and 6 minutes from Ham Hill Country Park. This inn is 4 mi (6.4 km) from Barrington Court and 5.7 mi (9.2 km) from Muchelney Abbey.

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        Otter's Pocket
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        Apartment in Blandford Forum · 24.90 km from centre

          7.8

           

          45 reviews

          Situated 26 km from Poole Harbour, 32 km from Bournemouth International Centre and 32 km from Sandbanks, Otter's Pocket features accommodation set in Blandford Forum. The property is around 32 km from Corfe Castle, 36 km from Salisbury Racecourse and 38 km from Salisbury Cathedral. The property is non-smoking and is located 21 km from Monkey World.

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

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

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          Camelot
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          Holiday home in Langport, High Ham · 47.85 km from centre

            8.6

             

            11 reviews

            Located in High Ham in the Somerset region, Camelot features a garden.

            The holiday home comes with 3 bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, and 2 bathrooms with a shower. Providing free private parking, this 3-star holiday home also features free WiFi. The accommodation offers a fireplace.

            Bristol Airport is 53 km away.

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            Apps B&B
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            Bed and breakfast in Bournemouth, Poole · 36.10 km from centre

              9.3

               

              374 reviews

              Situated in Poole and only 10 km from Bournemouth International Centre, Apps B&B features accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking. It is located 13 km from Sandbanks and provides full-day security. The bed and breakfast has family rooms.

              At the bed and breakfast, some units are allergy-free and soundproof. At the bed and breakfast, some units are fitted with a kettle and chocolates or cookies.

              A selection of options including fresh pastries, fruits and juice is available for the continental breakfast.

              Poole Harbour is 13 km from the bed and breakfast, while Corfe Castle is 28 km from the property. Bournemouth Airport is 7 km away.

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              Orchard Cottage - Uk30437
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              Holiday home in Langport, Kingsbury Episcopi · 42.12 km from centre

                9.0

                 

                10 reviews

                Orchard Cottage - Uk30437, a property with a garden, is located in Kingsbury Episcopi, 22 km from Woodlands Castle, 31 km from Sherborne Old Castle, as well as 34 km from Wells Cathedral. Located around 45 km from Dinosaurland Fossil Museum, the holiday home is also 46 km away from Stourhead. The property is non-smoking and is set 45 km from Golden Cap.

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

                Bristol Airport is 61 km from the property.

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                Amazing Sea View 2 bedroom Sleeps 6 - Free Parking
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                Apartment in Bournemouth · 43.45 km from centre

                  7.7

                   

                  8 reviews

                  Amazing Sea View 2 bedroom Sleeps 6 - Free Parking is situated in the Boscombe district of Bournemouth, 4.7 km from Bournemouth International Centre, 15 km from Poole Harbour and 35 km from Beaulieu. This beachfront property offers access to free WiFi and free private parking. The property is non-smoking and is set less than 1 km from Boscombe Beach.

                  The spacious apartment has a terrace, 2 bedrooms, a living room and a well-equipped kitchen. Towels and bed linen are offered in the apartment.

                  Monkey World is 35 km from the apartment, while Salisbury Cathedral is 43 km from the property. Bournemouth Airport is 9 km away.

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                  Windham Mews - Stunning Flat in Seaside Town
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                  Apartment in Boscombe, Bournemouth · 41.57 km from centre

                    7.6

                     

                    38 reviews

                    Set in Bournemouth with Boscombe Beach and Eastcliff Beach nearby, Windham Mews - Stunning Flat in Seaside Town offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The property is located 3.3 km from Bournemouth International Centre, 12 km from Sandbanks and 13 km from Poole Harbour. The property is non-smoking and is situated 2.8 km from Westcliff Beach.

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

                    Monkey World is 34 km from the apartment, while Salisbury Cathedral is 43 km from the property. Bournemouth Airport is 8 km away.

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                    The Barn at Rapps Cottage
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                    Holiday home in Ilminster · 44.22 km from centre

                      10.0

                       

                      1 review

                      Situated in Ilminster in the Somerset region, The Barn at Rapps Cottage features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The property is around 13 km from Woodlands Castle, 32 km from Dinosaurland Fossil Museum and 39 km from Sherborne Old Castle. The property is non-smoking and is set 37 km from Golden Cap.

                      This holiday home has 1 bedroom, a kitchen with microwave, a TV, a seating area and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower.

                      Guests at the holiday home will be able to enjoy activities in and around Ilminster, like cycling. Guests can relax in the garden at the property.

                      Tiverton Castle is 48 km from The Barn at Rapps Cottage. Exeter International Airport is 48 km from the property.

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                      The Mill House Uk47418
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                      Holiday home in Taunton, Curry Mallet · 46.61 km from centre

                        9.4

                         

                        5 reviews

                        The Mill House Uk47418, a property with a garden, is located in Curry Mallet, 13 km from Woodlands Castle, 36 km from Dinosaurland Fossil Museum, as well as 43 km from Sherborne Old Castle. The property is non-smoking and is situated 41 km from Golden Cap.

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

                        Tiverton Castle is 48 km from the holiday home. Exeter International Airport is 48 km from the property.

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                        Lyme 1 Hotel
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                        Hotel in Lyme Regis · 35.20 km from centre

                          9.4

                           

                          106 reviews

                          Breakfast available

                          Located in Lyme Regis, Lyme 1 Hotel is a 4-minute walk from Lyme Regis Beach and 8 minutes by foot from Monmouth Beach. This hotel is 3.2 mi (5.2 km) from Charmouth Beach and 7.8 mi (12.6 km) from Golden Cap.

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                          Sea Breeze - Coast
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                          Apartment in Bournemouth City Centre, Bournemouth · 38.96 km from centre

                            9.0

                             

                            218 reviews

                            Conveniently set in the centre of Bournemouth, Sea Breeze - Coast provides free WiFi, a fitness centre and free private parking for guests who drive. The property has sea views and is 800 metres from Westcliff Beach and 500 metres from Bournemouth International Centre. The apartment features family rooms.

                            The units come with parquet floors and feature a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, a dining area, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, and a private bathroom with walk-in shower and a hair dryer. An oven, a microwave and toaster are also provided, as well as a kettle. At the apartment complex, all units come with bed linen and towels.

                            Sandbanks is 8 km from the apartment, while Poole Harbour is 10 km away. Bournemouth Airport is 13 km from the property.

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                            3 Bed in Swanage 77624
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                            Holiday home in Swanage · 34.28 km from centre

                              7.7

                               

                              3 reviews

                              Located in Swanage and only 1.9 km from Swanage Bay, 3 Bed in Swanage 77624 provides accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking. The property is around 22 km from Monkey World, 32 km from Poole Harbour and 1.6 km from Swanage Railway. The property is non-smoking and is set 7.7 km from Corfe Castle.

                              The holiday home features 3 bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom. Towels and bed linen are provided in the holiday home.

                              Guests can also relax in the garden.

                              Athelhampton House is 35 km from 3 Bed in Swanage 77624, while Putlake Adventure Farm is 1.7 km away. Bournemouth Airport is 26 km from the property.

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                              Calendar Cottage Bed & Breakfast
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                              Bed & breakfast in Crewkerne · 29.18 km from centre

                                9.8

                                 

                                84 reviews

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                                Located in Crewkerne, Calendar Cottage Bed & Breakfast is a 2-minute drive from Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and 9 minutes from Broadwindsor Craft and Design Centre. This 4-star bed & breakfast is 7.4 mi (11.8 km) from Ham Hill Country Park and 7.6 mi (12.3 km) from Montacute House.

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                                Lane End Cottage
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                                Holiday home in Stockland, Honiton · 48.63 km from centre

                                  10.0

                                   

                                  2 reviews

                                  Lane End Cottage, a property with a garden, is located in Honiton, 23 km from Dinosaurland Fossil Museum, 29 km from Woodlands Castle, as well as 48 km from Powderham Castle. The 4-star holiday home is 37 km from Sandy Park Rugby Stadium. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Golden Cap is 28 km away.

                                  The holiday home features 1 bedroom, a TV, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a fridge, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms with a shower. There is also a seating area and a fireplace.

                                  County Court is 27 km from the holiday home. Exeter International Airport is 32 km away.

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                                  Coastal View
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                                  Apartment in Lyme Regis · 35.34 km from centre

                                    10.0

                                     

                                    3 reviews

                                    Offering a garden and sea view, Coastal View is set in Lyme Regis, 11 km from Golden Cap and 48 km from Sandy Park Rugby Stadium. The property is around 400 metres from Dinosaurland Fossil Museum, 42 km from Woodlands Castle and 49 km from Portland Castle. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Lyme Regis Front Beach is 600 metres away.

                                    The spacious apartment features 1 bedroom, a TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a microwave, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower. The accommodation is non-smoking.

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

                                    Exeter International Airport is 43 km away.

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                                    17 Mill Green
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                                    Holiday home in Lyme Regis · 35.08 km from centre

                                      10.0

                                       

                                      2 reviews

                                      17 Mill Green, a property with a garden, is situated in Lyme Regis, 11 km from Golden Cap, 100 metres from Dinosaurland Fossil Museum, as well as 43 km from Woodlands Castle. Free WiFi is offered throughout the property and private parking is available on site. The property is non-smoking and is set 400 metres from Lyme Regis Front Beach.

                                      The holiday home is fitted with 2 bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a microwave, and 2 bathrooms with a walk-in shower and a hair dryer.

                                      Portland Castle is 49 km from the holiday home. Exeter International Airport is 44 km from the property.

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                                      Chalet Thirty Two
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                                      Chalet in Seaton · 45.82 km from centre

                                        9.0

                                         

                                        41 reviews

                                        Featuring garden views, Chalet Thirty Two provides accommodation with a garden and a balcony, around 2.4 km from Seaton Beach. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking. The property is non-smoking and is set 24 km from Golden Cap.

                                        With free WiFi, this 2-bedroom chalet offers a flat-screen TV and a kitchen with an oven and microwave. Towels and bed linen are featured in the chalet. The property has an outdoor dining area.

                                        Sandy Park Rugby Stadium is 30 km from the chalet, while Dinosaurland Fossil Museum is 12 km away. Exeter International Airport is 28 km from the property.

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                                        Stunning Sea View 2 bedroom Sleeps 6- Free Parking
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                                        Apartment in Bournemouth · 43.47 km from centre

                                          7.5

                                           

                                          37 reviews

                                          Offering free WiFi and free private parking, Stunning Sea View 2 bedroom Sleeps 6- Free Parking is set in Bournemouth, just 800 metres from Boscombe Beach. The property is located 14 km from Sandbanks, 15 km from Poole Harbour and 35 km from Monkey World. The property is non-smoking and is situated 4.8 km from Bournemouth International Centre.

                                          The spacious apartment has a terrace, 2 bedrooms, a living room and a well-equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave. Towels and bed linen are offered in the apartment.

                                          Salisbury Cathedral is 44 km from the apartment, while Salisbury Train Station is 44 km from the property. Bournemouth Airport is 9 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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