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Tucked away on the Eypes Mouth Chalet Park in Eype, Dorset is this wonderful, two-bedroom chalet, Beside the Sea.
Pretty 5 bedroom thatched country cottage, near Blandford Forum, with warm bubbly outdoor hot tub in garden.
Family-friendly and dog-friendly barn conversion with modern interior, situated within a small development on a working farm, ideal for rural retreat breaks and within reach of the Jurassic Coast.
2 bedroom pet-friendly rural retreat on an organic farm in Dorset AONB, with enclosed garden, fishing close by and onsite shared games room with coarse fishing for carp, perch, bream and tench.
3 bedroom very pet-friendly barn conversion on an organic farm with access to onsite games room and fishing lakes nearby, in the beautiful Dorset National Landscape, close to Beaminster and just half an hour’s drive from the coast.
Langford Valley Stables has recently be converted from a flint and brick barn to create a luxury 3 bed self catering property.
This 2 bedroom pet-friendly barn conversion is located within a development of six holiday barns in a tranquil rural setting close to the Purbeck Heritage Coast and the Jurassic Coast, shared facilities on site include a games room with pool table, table football and air hockey, whether for a family holiday or a getaway with friends, there is plenty to keep you entertained here.
For a seaside holiday how about Branscombe Holiday Cottage right next to Old Higher Lighthouse? With a stunning location perched on the cliff-side on the Jurassic Coast and with access to a shared outdoor pool in the summer months, this is a very special and unique holiday home.
Want to stay somewhere with tranquil rural views over fields and pastures where you can relax and unwind in Dorset? This 3 bedroom family-friendly and dog-friendly ban could be perfect, close to Thomas Hardy's Country and within reach of Dorset's Jurassic Coast for day trips.
2 en-suite bedroom, accessible pet-friendly holiday rental set on an organic farm in the unspoilt Dorset AONB, just 16 miles from Lyme Regis, enjoying access to shared games room on site and fishing on nearby coarse fishing lakes.
Positioned in the heart of the popular seaside resort of Weymouth rests this remarkable whitewashed holiday home, Picardy Cottage.
Elegant 5 bedroom holiday rental in Weymouth, all ensuite bedrooms, stunning sea views and excellent location opposite the beach.
Newly available is this stunning 4 bedroom barn conversion set by the unspoilt Dorset Downs, enjoy a luxury country holiday, just half an hour's drive from the beautiful Jurassic coastline.
Studio-style holiday home for 2 near Wimborne Minster, stylish, light and airy, plus pet-friendly, and with its own private outdoor hot tub.
Modern stylish 2 bedroom holiday lodge with warm bubbly outdoor private hot tub in a rural setting on a dairy farm, within around 30 minutes' drive of Salisbury and the New Forest National Park.
Looking to book a short breaks cottage in Dorset? Choose from mid-week breaks, weekend breaks and all short breaks in Dorset in England’s South West. Options include dog-friendly, hot tub cottages, luxury and cheap rentals in Dorset.
Dorset is home to superb countryside with the Dorset National Landscape and Thomas Hardy country, as well as the Jurassic coastline and stunning landmarks such as Durdle Door, Chesil Beach and Lulworth Cove. Discover charming coastal towns like Bournemouth, Poole, Swanage, Weymouth and Lyme Regis for a day or two. If you are looking for a countryside jaunt where you can book a rural retreat and immerse yourself in outdoor activities like walking, hiking and cycling for a few days? Or perhaps you want to book a quick weekend escape by the coast, where you can fossil hunt or relax on the beach? Booking self-catering accommodation can be preferable above hotel stays, as you get more space and a home from home environment to enjoy on holiday. Want to find out more about what Dorset offers for quick escapes? Read our Dorset travel guide. What’s more, plenty of Dorset holiday homes are pet-friendly too and many have private gardens, which can be ideal for holidaymakers with pets. Short breaks can be wonderful for relaxing and unwinding, or for a touch of adventure for just a few days.
Whatever type of quick retreat you have in mind, whether a 2 night, 3 night or 4 night stay, we hope you find the best Dorset short break escape for you.