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Honeysuckle Cottage, a property with a garden, is situated in Dorchester, 6.9 km from Monkey World, 22 km from Corfe Castle, as well as 32 km from Poole Harbour. Boasting private check-in and check-out, this property also provides guests with a picnic area. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking.

Lovely cottage, we absolutely loved it. It’s cozy and calm, dog friendly, clean and a wonderful garden. Beds were very comfortable too. We will definitely return!

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9.1
Superb
102 reviews
Price from
994 lei
per night

Set within 30 km of Monkey World and 45 km of Corfe Castle in Dorchester, Gaggle of Geese Pub - Shepherd Huts & Bell Tents offers accommodation with seating area. There is a private entrance at the country house for the convenience of those who stay. There is an outdoor fireplace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking.

A great week-end drinking, eating and chilling. Very attentive staff. Nice selection of meals offered. We loved the shepherd's hut and it was in our own secluded spot. We enjoyed sitting by the fire pit watching the stars after dark. Our dog also enjoyed himself. Such a dog-friendly place.

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9.2
Superb
110 reviews
Price from
611 lei
per night

Dating back around 350 years, Yalbury Cottage is situated in the village of Lower Bockhampton, 2 miles from the historic town of Dorchester. It offers a restaurant and free Wi-Fi.

Dorchester Train Station is just 3 miles from the cottage, Weymouth is a 20 minutes’ drive away and Poole can be reached in a 30-minute drive. Parking is free at Yalbury Cottage.

Incredible food, convivial surroundings and lovely hosts, delightful

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9.3
Superb
518 reviews
Price from
672 lei
per night

Offering a terrace and sea view, Fisherman's Daughter is situated in Dorchester, 26 km from Dinosaurland Fossil Museum and 27 km from Portland Castle. With free private parking, the property is 17 km from Golden Cap and 40 km from Monkey World. The property is non-smoking and is set 30 km from Portland Museum.

Couldn't fault, clean, well equipped, excellent location, definitely be back, x

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9.2
Superb
13 reviews
Price from
877 lei
per night

Located in Dorchester in the Dorset region and Monkey World reachable within 13 km, Carnotze provides accommodation with free WiFi, barbecue facilities, a garden and free private parking. The property is set 33 km from Poole Harbour, 39 km from Bournemouth International Centre and 41 km from Golden Cap. The property is non-smoking and is situated 25 km from Corfe Castle.

This holiday home is equipped with 1 bedroom, a kitchen with microwave, a TV, a seating area and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower. The accommodation offers a fireplace.

Lovely rustic and quirky "French alps style chalet" feel about it , very charming and comfortable , nice modern bathroom and shower, plenty of space inside overall , very pleasant hosts , friendly and helpful , location good , shops within walking distance , pretty location !

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9.2
Superb
5 reviews
Price from
1,196 lei
per night

Located in Dorchester in the Dorset region, The Old Milking Parlour at Knapp Farm provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The property is around 50 km from Monkey World, 25 km from Sherborne Old Castle and 31 km from Dinosaurland Fossil Museum. The property is non-smoking and is set 25 km from Golden Cap.

The cottage is beautiful and very spacious in a very peaceful area, surrounded by farm animals, there was a pizza stove outside, which was so much fun to use, lovely owners kept in touch via messages and everyone was very welcoming and helpful Thank you xxx

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9
Superb
49 reviews
Price from
631 lei
per night

Located in Dorchester, in a historic building, 30 km from Monkey World, Gamekeeper's Cottage is a holiday home with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and garden. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking and free WiFi. The property provides a children's playground and outdoor furniture.

The grounds were gorgeous. The cottage decor was exceptional and very comfortable we all had an excellent little break and will be back. The addition of a cake, butter, bread and eggs was very thoughtful. We managed to view the others cottages and they are also amazing.

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10
Exceptional
6 reviews
Price from
1,787 lei
per night

Blueberry Cottage, a property with a garden, is located in Dorchester, 40 km from Golden Cap, 44 km from Corfe Castle, as well as 45 km from Poole Harbour. Located around 17 km from Athelhampton House, the holiday home is also 19 km away from Sherborne Old Castle. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Monkey World is 29 km away.

A very clean and spacious cottage, a few minutes walk from the centre of Cerne Abbas. comfortable beds and the kitchen had all the things you needed to cook … the welcome pack was amazing and very generous … we would definitely stay again

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9.5
Exceptional
8 reviews
Price from
1,865 lei
per night

Set in Dorchester in the Dorset region, Southgate Coach House offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The property is around 30 km from Golden Cap, 39 km from Corfe Castle and 40 km from Poole Harbour. The property is non-smoking and is situated 24 km from Monkey World.

The location was perfect - an easy walk from the station, and great access to shops and town centre. Parking on-site was a bonus.

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9.8
Exceptional
5 reviews
Price from
1,151 lei
per night

The spacious holiday home has 3 bedrooms, a TV, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms with a walk-in shower. There is also a seating area and a fireplace.

Great location close to local amenities. Lovely size cottage, well equipped and handy to have three toilets. Good to have enclosed garden for the dog. Would definitely recommend

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9.5
Exceptional
8 reviews
Price from
1,596 lei
per night

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  • Honeysuckle Cottage
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 102 reviews

    Honeysuckle Cottage, a property with a garden, is situated in Dorchester, 6.9 km from Monkey World, 22 km from Corfe Castle, as well as 32 km from Poole Harbour.

    Lovely cottage in a great location, comfortable beds

  • Gaggle of Geese Pub - Shepherd Huts & Bell Tents
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 110 reviews

    Set within 30 km of Monkey World and 45 km of Corfe Castle in Dorchester, Gaggle of Geese Pub - Shepherd Huts & Bell Tents offers accommodation with seating area.

    The hut was so comfy even though it was icy out side. We were so cozy.

  • Yalbury Cottage
    Breakfast options
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 518 reviews

    Dating back around 350 years, Yalbury Cottage is situated in the village of Lower Bockhampton, 2 miles from the historic town of Dorchester. It offers a restaurant and free Wi-Fi.

    Great location, pleasant staff and delicious food.

  • Fisherman's Daughter
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 13 reviews

    Offering a terrace and sea view, Fisherman's Daughter is situated in Dorchester, 26 km from Dinosaurland Fossil Museum and 27 km from Portland Castle.

    Couldn't fault, that's why we came back, xx

  • Carnotze
    Breakfast options
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 5 reviews

    Located in Dorchester in the Dorset region and Monkey World reachable within 13 km, Carnotze provides accommodation with free WiFi, barbecue facilities, a garden and free private parking.

  • The Old Milking Parlour at Knapp Farm
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 49 reviews

    Located in Dorchester in the Dorset region, The Old Milking Parlour at Knapp Farm provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

    The property was beautiful, clean and well maintained

  • Gamekeeper's Cottage
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 6 reviews

    Located in Dorchester, in a historic building, 30 km from Monkey World, Gamekeeper's Cottage is a holiday home with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and garden.

    This accommodation is amazing. Fantastic hosts, a really beautiful location with a wonderful local pub. Great for couples or a family. Would 100% recommend and return. Thank you

  • Blueberry Cottage
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 8 reviews

    Blueberry Cottage, a property with a garden, is located in Dorchester, 40 km from Golden Cap, 44 km from Corfe Castle, as well as 45 km from Poole Harbour.

    Very comfortable beds, clean and tidy, everything good quality (towels, hand soap, wonderful welcome tray of goodies) excellent facilities for a family stay.

These cottages in Dorchester have options with FREE cancellation

  • Piddle Puddle Cabin
    Free cancellation options available
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 26 reviews

    A recently renovated holiday home set in Dorchester, Piddle Puddle Cabin features a garden. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking and free WiFi.

    Clean and nice cabin with a lovely decking area to eat and chill on.

  • The Old Ship Inn
    Free cancellation options available
    7.2
    Scored 7.2
    Good
    Rated good
     · 270 reviews

    During the week, The Old Ship Inn is a picturesque traditional pub and on Friday and Saturday nights it transforms into a lively venue for karaoke, DJs, and live bands until late into the night.

    Good convenient location pleasant staff clean room

  • Southgate Coach House
    Free cancellation options available
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 5 reviews

    Set in Dorchester in the Dorset region, Southgate Coach House offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

    Excellent location, easy access to town centre. Off street parking.

  • Kerridge
    Free cancellation options available
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 8 reviews

    Set 39 km from Golden Cap, 44 km from Corfe Castle and 45 km from Poole Harbour, Kerridge offers accommodation located in Dorchester.

  • The Elbow
    Free cancellation options available
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 6 reviews

    Located in Dorchester in the Dorset region, The Elbow provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

    Period thatched cottage, lovely setting, excellent facilities.

  • Keets at Middle Acre
    Free cancellation options available
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 9 reviews

    Keets at Middle Acre, a property with a garden, is located in Dorchester, 42 km from Golden Cap, 45 km from Bournemouth International Centre, as well as 18 km from Portland Castle.

    The environment, the location, the hosts. All excellent. Could not recommend more!

  • Tolpuddle Hideaway, Tolpuddle, Dorset
    Free cancellation options available
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 37 reviews

    Offering a garden and inner courtyard view, Tolpuddle Hideaway, Tolpuddle, Dorset is located in Dorchester, 10 km from Monkey World and 25 km from Corfe Castle.

    quiet, clean, good base for touring, friendly welcome

  • Wagon House, Bookham Court
    Free cancellation options available
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 5 reviews

    Wagon House, Bookham Court, a property with a garden and barbecue facilities, is situated in Dorchester, 44 km from Corfe Castle, 45 km from Poole Harbour, as well as 46 km from Golden Cap.

Travelling by car? These cottages in Dorchester offer free parking!

  • Greenwood Grange
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 86 reviews

    Set in Dorchester, in a historic building, 14 km from Monkey World, Greenwood Grange is a holiday home with a garden and barbecue facilities.

    Friendly welcome , lovely accommodation and grounds

  • Tudor Cottage B&B Frampton
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 73 reviews

    Tudor Cottage B&B Frampton is located in Frampton, less than 8 km from Dorchester and 16 km from Weymouth.

    Quiet location, quaint cottage, allocated parking.

  • Fern Cottage
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 378 reviews

    Situated in Dorchester, within 24 km of Monkey World and 39 km of Corfe Castle, Fern Cottage features accommodation with a garden and free WiFi as well as free private parking for guests who drive.

    Gorgeous cottage in a beautiful location. A lovely find!

  • 2 Bathsheba Terrace
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 9 reviews

    Set in Dorchester in the Dorset region and Monkey World reachable within 17 km, 2 Bathsheba Terrace offers accommodation with free WiFi, barbecue facilities, a garden and free private parking.

    The area was a perfect location, the house was confortable. The facilities were of good standard. Would stay there again.

  • Clematis House
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 11 reviews

    Located in Dorchester in the Dorset region, Clematis House provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

  • escape the ordinary - Piddle Inn the Home private self cater holiday
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 33 reviews

    Located in Dorchester, in a historic building, 24 km from Monkey World, escape the ordinary - Piddle Inn the Home private self cater holiday is a recently renovated holiday home with a garden and...

    Lovely big and well equipped kitchen - that was a welcome surprise

  • West Cottage, Cerne Abbas Lane
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 60 reviews

    Featuring a private pool and garden views, West Cottage, Cerne Abbas Lane is located in Piddletrenthide, 13 km from Dorchester. Free WiFi is available.

    Lovely wood burner and a comfy bed in a lovely sleepy village

  • Bittles Cottage
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 39 reviews

    Bittles Cottage is close to Dorchester and offers a garden and barbecue facilities.

    Very much feeling at home. Cosy and amazing location.

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  • 8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 355 reviews
    Loved the cabin and the breakfast room. The pub area is cozy and well stocked. It's in a great location for exploring the countryside and at the same time quiet and relaxing. We didn't get the chance to sit on the deck and watch the sun set, so we will have to do that next time.
    Kaytie
    Young couple
  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 13 reviews
    Great location for access to coastal walks. Idyllic retreat away from hustle and bustle. A beautiful old thatched cottage with a very helpful host.
    Michaela
    Young couple
  • 8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 39 reviews
    We had such a wonderful time at Bittles Cottage, everything was so homely and cosy, ideal for an Autumn stay. The village is very pretty and feels very rural however it is well connected and well placed for exploring countryside and coast. The cottage itself is like stepping back in time which was exactly what we hoped for however there is everything you need to make your stay comfortable. The beds were so comfy too! The cottage is well equipped with everything you might need and the communication with the host was excellent.
    Sarah
    Group
  • 9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 9 reviews
    The cabin was beautifully decorated and really cosy. it had all the basics like cooking oil, milk for a tea on arrival, tupplewares, a brilliant BBQ and a stunning hot tub. Its well situated for walking to the coast and we got to Durdle Door and back in a day via The Smugglers inn for dinner. It was amazing. we loved the hammock and the fire pit for ghost stories.
    Philippa
    Young couple
  • 9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 102 reviews
    Lovely cottage, we absolutely loved it. It’s cozy and calm, dog friendly, clean and a wonderful garden. Beds were very comfortable too. We will definitely return!
    Karima
    Family with young children
  • 8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 355 reviews
    Self contained cosy cabins - warm even in the snow! Lovely facilities and a very friendly pub just next door! We loved it! A lovely remote location too … great if you like walking, hiking, geocaching or running as surrounded by well maintained footpaths and beautiful countryside! Also only a few miles from Dorchester and Weymouth.
    Sarah
    Young couple
  • 8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 378 reviews
    Fern cottage is a delightful cottage set in the middle of the Dorset countryside, in the small village of Piddletrenthind, the owner is a charming lady with a story or two to tell, my stay there was a welcome break from travelling on the raod, comfortable, quite and a good nights sleep, breakfast was cooked to order and a wide chose to choose from, I would recommend Fern cottage for an over night stay or for longer if you have the time, the welcome is warm and friendly.
    Delsmith59
    Solo traveller
  • 8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 378 reviews
    I booked at the last minute due to a change of plans and am so glad that Caroline had a room available. Her B&B is in a charming village with lovely walks nearby and a great thatched gastro pub not far away. Caroline was good company and it was more like visiting a friend. Yes, the decor is a bit dated but the cottage garden, comfortable bed, Caroline's friendly intelligent personality, and her marvellous breakfast more than made up for that.
    Gibbru
    Solo traveller
  • 8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 378 reviews
    What a warm welcome from the charming owner, Caroline. This was a late notice booking for just one night but we were made to feel at home in this comfortable, cosy cottage. Breakfast was outstanding. Excellent value for money and we shall certainly book here again when we're in the area.
    Paul
    Young couple
  • 8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 54 reviews
    This lovely country house is situated in beautiful countryside. The host, Emma, is an excellent cook and has a charming personality. Her partner and sons were also happy to help. The pretty garden, farm animals and sweet family pets were an addded bonus.
    Coleman
    Solo traveller

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