Find unique places to stay in Dorset

This Margaret Marsh studio, a converted Victorian cowshed, is situated in a small hamlet 7km southwest of Shaftesbury, offering easy access to Gillingham railway station and the scenic Duncliffe Wood.
The self-contained apartment features a mini-kitchen with a fridge and microwave, an en-suite shower room, private parking, and accommodates two guests, perfect for exploring the nearby historic towns of Sherborne and Shaftesbury.

This newly converted barn is located in South Dorset, just 2km from the coast, with stunning views over Moreton Forest and Tadnoll Heath and is a 10-minute drive from Durdle Door, Lulworth Cove, and Ringstead Bay. This property has received excellent ratings for location, cleanliness and user experience.
The barn has a spacious bedroom with a superking bed and a large shower room, suitable for 2 guests. The barn offers a private garden, parking space, and a well-equipped kitchen with a fridge, freezer, microwave oven, and dishwasher, perfect for enjoying the beautiful Dorset countryside.

This unique 1962 barge offers a peaceful stay on a private lake within the Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site, approximately 3.2km from Wareham town.
The vessel, sleeping two guests, features a kitchen with a fridge, a private bathroom with washing-up facilities, and a private deck; nearby shepherd huts provide additional accommodation options.

This two-bedroom lodge in St Leonards offers a serene natural setting, located centrally between Ringwood and Wimborne, just 32 kilometres from the Jurassic Coastline and under 8 kilometres from Moors Valley Country Park.
This self-catering accommodation sleeps up to three guests and features a well-equipped kitchen, an open-plan living and dining area with a Smart TV, private decking, and access to a shared garden, providing an ideal base for exploring the New Forest National Park and the nearby towns of Bournemouth and Poole.

This Christchurch holiday home offers uninterrupted sea views across to the Isle of Wight and The Needles, with direct access to the promenade linking Mudeford Quay and Avon Beach, and is a short 600-meter ferry ride to Hengistbury Head nature reserve.
This pet-friendly chalet sleeps four guests in two bedrooms and two bathrooms, featuring bi-folding doors to a decking area, a well-equipped open-plan living space with a Smart TV and electric fireplace, and access to Sandhills Holiday Park's heated outdoor swimming pool.

This recently renovated bungalow is located in the charming village of Charlton Horethorne, just a short distance from the historic towns of Sherborne and Wincanton. The property has consistently received excellent reviews for its location, cleanliness and overall experience, making it a popular choice for travellers.
The house has three bedrooms and two bathrooms, comfortably sleeping six adults and one additional child. Guests can enjoy a fully equipped kitchen, a spacious garden, and a peaceful rural setting, perfect for exploring the local countryside and enjoying the nearby award-winning village pub.

This lakeside lodge on Lynch Lane, Great Britain, offers uninterrupted water views and direct lake access, with Bennetts Water Gardens 2.4 kilometres away, Sandsfoot Castle 3.6 kilometres away, and Weymouth Harbour 4.8 kilometres away.
This 125 square meter holiday home accommodates up to 8 guests across 3 ensuite bedrooms, featuring a private indoor swimming pool, a coal fireplace, a well-equipped kitchen, a patio with barbecue facilities, and family-friendly amenities.

This 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom lodge in Okeford Fitzpaine, Dorset, offers a rural retreat located in the 'Best Large Village 2018 in Dorset', a short walk from village amenities and 4.8 kilometers from Sturminster Newton.
This pet-friendly, family-friendly barn conversion accommodates up to 6 guests with a well-equipped kitchen, Wi-Fi, a wood burner, patio with stream views, and private parking for 3 cars, situated near Bulbarrow Hill and within an hour's drive of the Jurassic Coast.

Overcombe Mill, a detached chalet in Nottington, is located 4.5 kilometres from Weymouth town centre, 2 kilometres from the nearest shop and pub, and 4.5 kilometres from the beach.
This family-friendly property sleeps six across three bedrooms, featuring a ground-floor king-size with en-suite, a super-king (zip/link), and a further bedroom, with a well-equipped open-plan living area, enclosed garden with barbecue, and off-road parking for two cars.

This charming cabin is located in Wincanton, just a short drive from Hauser and Wirth Somerset and other attractions like Mill on the Brue and Stourhead Garden, making it a great base for exploring the Somerset countryside. It has received excellent user ratings, indicating a comfortable and enjoyable stay.
The cabin features one bedroom and one bathroom, covering 40 square metres and accommodating up to two guests. It boasts a fully equipped kitchen, a terrace, a jacuzzi, and parking, ensuring a relaxing and convenient stay.

This yurt is located in the grounds of a 13th-century manor in Owermoigne, just a 10-minute drive from the Jurassic Coast and its famous landmarks like Durdle Door and Lulworth Cove. It has excellent user, location, and cleanliness ratings, making it a popular choice for families.
The yurt has one bedroom, two bathrooms, and can accommodate up to six guests. It includes a private outdoor kitchen with a water tap, BBQ, and fire pit, a compost toilet and gas shower, a log burning stove, and a private garden area. Guests also have access to a shared play garden with a dinosaur, mud kitchen, tractor tyre climbing tower, pirate ship, sand pit, fire pit, tree house, climbing net, summerhouse playroom, and trampoline.

Bramble Bank, a cosy cottage in Higher Bockhampton near Puddletown, is situated 4.8km from Dorchester, offering easy access to Thomas Hardy's birthplace and the Jurassic Coast.
This single-storey dwelling, measuring 1 square metre, features a bedroom, shower room, open-plan kitchen-diner, and sitting room with a wood-burning stove and Smart TV; accommodating two adults and two small dogs (extra charge applies), with a secure garden and proximity to Thorncombe Woods and Puddletown Forest.