Dog friendly Lodges Dorset

These delightful holiday cottages are set in the peaceful conservation village of Puncknowle, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The Jurassic Coast is just 1½ miles away with superb scenic walking. Each cottage is finished to a high standard offering very comfortable holiday accommodation and is set in the same smart courtyard area as the owners’ homes. The ‘chocolate-box’ village of Burton Bradstock is 3 miles with a good small beach. Abbotsbury, along the coast, has its famous swannery and sub-tropical garden. Further east is the Victorian seaside town of Weymouth, with Blue Flag beach, sea fishing, windsurfing, Sealife Centre and two RSPB nature reserves. Monkey World and the Tank Museum near Wool are great places for a family day out. Dorchester, the county town also known as Thomas Hardy’s ‘Casterbridge’ is 30 minutes’ drive and has a lively weekly market and beautiful Maiden Castle. To the west is the market town of Bridport which was Thomas Hardy’s ‘Port Bredy’ and has the twice weekly market as featured in the popular TV programme River Cottage. The picturesque harbours of West Bay are a great place for fishing. Lyme Regis is an attractive seaside resort which enjoys a dramatic setting with high cliffs, landslips and handsome harbour, known as The Cobb. Both Lyme Regis and Charmouth are renowned for their prehistoric fossils which are displayed in the local museum and on sale in the fossil shops. Local pub serving good food 250 yards.

In the quaint village of Leigh, just south of the picturesque abbey town of Sherborne, this Grade II listed, terraced barn conversion is set in an L-shape around a courtyard on one side with lovely country views over Thomas Hardy’s famous Blackmoor Vale. Set on the edge of an organic farm, it offers an excellent holiday base to explore North West Dorset and South Somerset. Renovated to a high standard with exposed beams, it has been tastefully furnished, and has use of a communal games room with a snooker table, table football and darts.
There is superb country walking available from the doorstep, a village shop within walking distance, golf, horse riding and water activities nearby, as well as canoeing at Halstock Reservoir. Within easy driving distance, you can visit the Yeovilton Fleet Air Arm Museum with its prototype Concorde, the Haynes Motor Museum, with its fascinating selection of vintage motor cars, and Montacute House and Gardens, one of the many historic houses in the area.
Spend days exploring Glastonbury, with its famous and enchanting Tor, the cathedral city of Wells, home to Bishops Palace, the famous Cheddar Gorge and Caves, and the Georgian city of Bath with its delightful Roman baths, museums and of course, shops and restaurants. Travel south where you will find the spectacular World Heritage Jurassic Coast and Chesil Beach, with the popular seaside resorts of Lyme Regis, Bridport and Weymouth, all offer many attractions, sights and activities to enjoy. More locally, Sherborne Abbey and Castle and the market town of Dorchester are not too far. Beach 24½ miles. Shop 500 yards, pub and restaurant 1 mile.

The Old Forge cottage nestles in the small ‘chocolate box’ village of Kingston in the heart of the Isle of Purbeck, on the Dorset coastline. Restored and adjoining an ancient stone pub, this traditional single-storey stone cottage (including restored forge) has outstanding views of the historic Corfe Castle and wonderful open countryside of the Purbecks from its flagged courtyard. Although the property is single-storey, there are steps between some rooms and to the bedrooms. There are two double bedrooms, one with en-suite facilities, and one with an additional single bed, and a twin bedroom. The living area has a cosy wood burner and is open to the kitchen/dining area. A family bathroom completes the picture.
Corfe Castle is a very pretty town whichh is overlooked by ancient castle ruins which are now owned by the National Trust.
Nearby is the historic riverside town of Wareham with quayside and is one of the most beautiful towns in the country. Brimming with history, you must see the ancient Saxon walls, pastel coloured houses and enjoy picturesque riverside walks.
Swanage (5 miles) offers swimming, sailing, many shops, pubs and restaurants and a steam railway, and there is easy access to walks along the Purbeck coast.
Poole is just 8 miles north east and has the largest natural harbour in Europe. It caters for most tastes with water sports, coastal and woodland walks, and a plethora of shops.
Bournemouth is a little further east with miles of beautiful sandy beaches and provides traditional seaside attractions including a pier, amusement park and rides to keep the children entertained. Award-winning beach at Studland, 9 miles away. Arne RSPB nature reserve, 6 miles.

Elizabethan House is 17th-century Grade II listed property located in Portland, situated just 500 yards from Chesil Beach and within a short walk from the National Sailing Academy.

Internally, the property has been refurbished whilst retaining a character style with exposed stone walls, stripped floors and timber beams. Externally, the enclosed front and rear courtyard gardens provide the perfect place to relax after a day exploring the attractions of Weymouth and Portland.

Portland Harbour is a short drive away and offers some of the finest small boat sailing waters in Northern Europe. This location was the official venue for the Olympic sailing events in 2012. Portland also boasts Chesil Beach, an impressive 18-mile long shingle beach within just 500 yards of the property.

There is a good selection of pubs, restaurants and takeaways within walking distance. For a greater selection of amenities and attractions, the traditional seaside town of Weymouth can be reached within a 15 minute drive. Weymouth boasts a large expanse of golden sand, complete with Punch and Judy show and donkey rides in the summer. In Weymouth you will also find an abundance of shops, restaurants and cafés to enjoy, as well as numerous attractions such as The Sea Life Park and Marine Sanctuary.

Hambury House is a stunning, new build, thatched cottage in the beautiful village of West Lulworth.
The property has been tastefully designed to delicately incorporate traditional features such as a thatched roof and wooden ceiling beams into the build, whilst retaining a contemporary feel. The kitchen has extensive kitchen/cooking equipment for the amateur chef and the dining room has an extending dining table seating eight guests.
Situated in the heart of the village, the property is within a short walk of the village stores and a couple of pubs including a 16th-century thatched tavern reputed to be one of the oldest public house in Dorset.
Known as the Gateway to the Jurassic Coast, West Lulworth is situated within a scenic 10 minute stroll of the picturesque Lulworth Cove, a sheltered horse-shoe shaped natural harbour.
Historically, the cove was notorious as a popular landing point for smugglers looking to land their illicit booty. Today a fleet of fishing trawlers are based in the cove as well as pleasure boats offering scenic day voyages along the coast. Its sheltered position makes the cove particularly popular with beachgoers looking to sunbathe and swim.
Lulworth Cove is only half a mile from Durdle Door, an iconic natural limestone arch which has featured in several music videos, television productions and movies such as Nanny McPhee.
Weymouth and Portland, official Olympic 2012 sailing venues, are within a 20-mile drive.

Littlecot is a four bedroom cottage, set over three floors. Furnished caringly throughout with finishing touches from Laura Ashley and some rooms boasting sea views of Portland Harbour, Chesil Beach and the World Heritage Status Jurassic Coastline.

Internally, this tastefully decorated and homely property, complete with granite worktops, oak flooring, wood burners and a stone inglenook fireplace make this house a cosy, fresh and relaxing base for exploring the nearby attractions. Externally, the fully enclosed courtyard garden provides a charming spot for al fresco dining or enjoying a morning coffee as you prepare for the day.

Weymouth is only a short drive away (can be walked via Rodwell Trail) and has lots to offer. The Georgian seafront and famous golden sandy beach was awarded ’Best Beach’ in 2023. Go fossil hunting at Charmouth Beach, which won ’Best Winter Beach’ in 2023. The vibrant harbour has many pubs and restaurants. Take a boat trip to Durdle Door or walk around Nothe Fort. Visit Sealife Adventure Park, Monkey World, the Tank Museum or Swanage Steam Railway. Alternatively, take in the Purbecks with its wonderful scenery and famous Lulworth Cove. Nearby Dorchester has museums and is famous for the Thomas Hardy novels.

Being home to some of the finest small boat sailing waters in northern Europe, the Isle of Portland is an ideal setting for sailing, windsurfing and diving. Conveniently located on Portland Road just minutes from the National Sailing Academy, Littlecot was host to TeamGB during the 2012 Olympics, Damien Seguin, the France Paralympic Team during the 2012 Paralympics, the Canadian team in October 2016, and the Spanish National Sailing Team in 2016 during the World Championships.

Pebble Beach Cottage is a beautiful, thatched cottage in the quaint village of West Lulworth.
The interior of the property is designed and furnished to incorporate its traditional features, such as the thatched roof and wooden ceiling beams into the build, whilst retaining a contemporary feel.
Situated in the heart of the village, this end-of-terrace property is within a short walk of the village stores and a couple of pubs with excellent dining facilities, including the a nearby inn, a 16th-Century thatched tavern reputed to be one of the oldest public houses in Dorset.
Known as the Gateway to the Jurassic Coast, West Lulworth is situated within a scenic 10-minute stroll of the picturesque Lulworth Cove, a sheltered, horse-shoe shaped natural harbour.
Historically, the cove was notorious as a popular landing point for Smugglers looking to land their illicit booty. Today a fleet of fishing trawlers are based in the cove as well as pleasure boats offering scenic day voyages along the coast, whilst the sheltered position makes the cove particularly popular with beachgoers looking to sunbathe and swim.
Lulworth Cove is only half a mile from Durdle Door, an iconic natural Limestone Arch which has featured in several music videos, television productions and movies such as Nanny Mcphee.

Conveniently located just back off the road, this homely and comfortable semi-detached property is in a semi rural location, perfect for exploring this ever popular area. With Wimborne, Bournemouth, Salisbury, Ringwood, Fordingbridge and the New Forest all within easy access, there is something for everyone, all year round. Oakdene Lodge has an extensive enclosed lawned garden and a sitting-out area under a canopy of wisteria, plus private parking. There is a property attached which is occasionally used by the owner, and a wooded area to the back of the garden. Inside, there are features such as an open fire, parquet floors in the living areas and slate tiled floor in the farmhouse style kitchen/dining room. As well as the large main living room, there is a separate sitting room with table and cosy wood burner.
Oakdene Lodge is located near to Moors Valley Country Park, which is great for all ages and is also dog-friendly. As well as scenic walks and excellent wildlife spotting, there are many recreational activities such as orienteering, cycle hire, angling, horse riding, GoApe Treetop Adventure, Segway and more! Avon Heath and Queens Copse are other nearby walking areas. There is a ski centre in the area as well as other activities including clay pigeon shooting, quad biking, golf and fishing. There is a lovely thatched roof pub/restaurant about a 5-minute walk away. Many holidaymakers visit The New Forest National Park where you can see the free-roaming ponies, donkeys and cattle, and enjoy off-road walking, riding and cycling. The quaint market town of Fordingbridge is close by with its famous stone bridge and fine arches, plenty of shops, pubs, a café and riverside location to enjoy. The priory town of Christchurch is also a short journey away with its beautiful harbour. Oakdene is in an ideal location for leaving the car and exploring close by attractions by foot.
Close by is a waterpark and both market towns of Wimborne and Ringwood are a short drive away, which also have a selection of shops, pubs and eateries. The coastline with its beaches at Bournemouth and Poole is within easy reach, as is the city of Salisbury with its medieval cathedral. There are many places of interest for the family to visit, including Marwell Zoological Park, New Forest Otter and Owl Wildlife Park or a day out at Beaulieu Motor Museum to name but a few places of interest nearby. Further afield, but worth the trip are Stonehenge, Monkey World and the Tank Museum near Wool and Southampton with its maritime history and West Quay shopping centre. There is much to visit further afield, in particular the unspoilt countryside of Dorset, famous World Heritage Jurassic Coast from West Bay, Bridport and on to Weymouth with its superb scenery and coastal walking. Spend a day at Lyme Regis with its harbour, renowned Cobb, beach and shops and enjoy fossil hunting, boating, swimming and fishing. There are many historic houses to visit in particular Forde Abbey and Gardens, or family attractions such as Pecorama, the quarries at Beer, or inland at the Fleet Air Arm Museum at Yeovilton which is an adventure in itself. Beach 8 miles. Shop 1 mile, pub/restaurant ¼ mile.

North Barn is set just outside the village of Affpuddle and is surrounded by fields. There is a wonderful footpath to the village Tolpuddle across the meadows by the house. It is a Grade II listed property with a thatched roof and all the charm of the English countryside. Downstairs there is a very spacious living area where you can cosy up next to the wood burner, or step straight out into the enclosed lawned garden. There is a spacious and traditional kitchen with an Aga and heading upstairs using the beautiful spiral staircase you come to a landing with an opening where you can look down into the living area. Leading off this landing are each of the bedrooms with beams throughout. This is a truly spectacular property, perfect to spend quality time together in a rural location with your friends and family. A car is necessary so you can go out to explore the incredible wonders of Dorset. You can go to the Langham Wine Estate where they are dedicated to making world class sparkling wine, or head to Thomas Hardy’s Cottage, a National Trust site. Visit Monkey World or the Tank Museum, or drive to Poole to catch a boat to Brownsea Island which has an abundance of wildlife and fantastic walks around the island. You can head to the Jurassic Coast for spectacular walks between Durdle Door and Lulworth Cove. Whether you are looking for a wonderful property to relax or a base to enjoy the wonders of Dorset, North Barn will make the perfect property. Beach 10 miles. Shop 3 miles, pub and restuarant 1½ miles.

An idyllic holiday home lying at the heart of Lyme Regis in Dorset. Expansive sea views. Character features. Close to beach. Private terrace. Axminster 5.5 miles; Bridport 9.6 miles; Sidmouth 15.5 miles.