Dog Friendly Holidays Dorset
Dorset is one of the most beautiful holiday destinations in the UK for furry friends all year round. The Jurassic Coast, Durdle Door, Poole Harbour and the South West Coast path make Dorset the perfect dog-friendly adventure. Explore our idyllic selection of pet-friendly hotels and cottages to find the perfect holiday for you and your four-legged friend.
Corfe Castle, England
5.00The Old Guildhall, reputed to be the original meeting place of the ancient order of stone cutters and marblers, is a unique and individual property with contemporary and quirky design practically combined with many original period features. The house has many original works of art on display which adds to the ambiance, and has been featured in the House and Garden magazine. The owner thoughtfully provides a luxurious hamper. The stunning village of Corfe Castle stands at the gateway to the Isle of Purbeck, and is dominated by the ruined castle, which is a delight any time of year. Other family attractions include a model village and interactive exhibition, the village museum, a steam railway and many shops, and Corfe Common is found just on the edge of the village with the Purbeck Way walking route passing through it to reach Chapman’s Pool and the South West Coast Path. The village is constructed almost completely from the local grey Purbeck limestone and around the village square there are a small collection of shops clustered together. The UNESCO World Heritage Jurassic Coastline is a short drive away, with the famous Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door. Discover the town of Swanage with its beach, boat trips, Durlston Country Park and Steam Railway. Monkey World and the Tank Museum are also close by. Shop and pubs 100 yards.£115From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & book
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Bowleaze Coveway, England 5.00Just 200 yards from the seafront at Weymouth, with wonderful views over the bay and onto Portland, this first floor holiday apartment for six has a compact garden, reached by a small footbridge, and offers a great location for a family holiday. From the doorstep, one can enjoy water activities from swimming, fishing, boating and wind surfing, to scenic coastal walking and many restaurants nearby. Local attractions include the Sealife Centre, Adventure Park and Tower, and Radipole Nature Reserve.
Bowleaze Cove, north east of Weymouth and near the village of Preston, is a sand and shingle beach extending to the whole of Weymouth Bay. The cove is on the Jurassic Coast and is known for its geology. Dogs are welcome from October to April only, and the sea is great for taking a dip or simply paddling. A zoned area offers watersports.
Within easy driving, take in Lulworth Cove, Lulworth Castle and on to Corfe Castle and the Swanage Railway. You can also visit Lyme Regis, explore the famous World Heritage Jurassic Coast with its spectacular scenery, taking in Abbotsbury Swannery and Tropical Gardens, or Westbay, scene of the Broadchurch TV series. Perhaps an inland visit to Monkey World, the Tank Museum at Bovington and of course Dorchester, with its many attractions too. You will have much to do for a great holiday. Beach 200 yards. Shop 400 yards, pub and restaurant 100 yards.£74From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Lyme Regis, England 5.00A superb, spacious property near Rousdon close to Lyme Regis in Dorset. Secluded setting. Sea views. Woodburning stove. Family-friendly. Dog-friendly. Rousdon 0.9 miles; Lyme Regis 2.6 miles; Axminster 5.8 miles; Weymouth 31.1 miles.£196From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Lyme Regis, EnglandA delightful converted cottage in walking distance of Rousdon near Lyme Regis in Devon. Spacious. Dog-friendly. Family-friendly. Woodburning stove. WiFi. Rousdon 0.8 miles; Lyme Regis 3.6 miles; Seaton 5.4 miles; Dorchester 29.2 miles.£94From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Christchurch, EnglandIvy cottage is a charming period home with a stylish modern open plan interior. This is the perfect home from home ideally suited to couples looking to explore this beautiful part of Dorset. With a generous open plan kitchen/dining/ living space perfect for cooking eating drinking and relaxing, with two ground floor bedrooms and bathroom and a first floor master suite completing the accommodation. Outside is a peaceful and private garden, ideal for relaxing with a drink after a day’s exploring or maybe a spot of al fresco dining during warmer months. Ivy Cottage is nestled along a quiet country lane at the edge of The New Forest National Park and just under 5 miles away from the coast. The location makes this cottage the perfect choice for guests looking to explore the natural beauty of this charming county. The beautiful riverside town of Christchurch is just a few miles away and is home to a wide variety of independent shops, pubs and eateries and is a wonderful place to wander and explore. Whatever your reason for choosing Ivy Cottage we are sure this lovely holiday home will have you longing to return.£101From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Bournemouth, EnglandWoodside is a wonderful property located in the peaceful village of Mudeford and from here it is only a short walk to the Quay and beach. Mudeford Wood is just a stones throw away and ideal for stroll along the stream (River Mude) or walking dogs, with a field to one side of the wood leading to the community centre. The property is a bungalow, with everything on the ground floor. There are three bedrooms all with kingsize beds, but each bed is a zip and link so can be made up as twin beds (standard configuration is 2 doubles & 2 singles). There is an open plan kitchen and dining room which leads into the living room with a large smart TV to watch your favourite shows and movies. There is one bathroom with a shower in the room.
Outside there is the enclosed patio area with seating for you to enjoy sitting outside. Mudeford is a charming village with local shops, pubs and a selection of restaurants which look out over Mudeford Quay and the pretty harbour area. You can get a boat across the water to Hengistbury Head and from here another ferry can take you up the river to Christchurch Quey and the town during the summer months.
Hengistbury Head Nature Reserve is home to many plants, birds and insects. Mudeford Quay is a popular area for watersports such as sailing and windsurfing, or you can have a go at crabbing to see how many you can catch. The wetland terrain of Stanpit Marsh is a Site of Special Scientific Interest and is home to a great number of native birds. Christchurch is within easy reach of Woodside with its weekly market, selection of high street shops, eateries and a harbour to wander around. The Regent Centre in Christchurch holds a variety of shows across the year which are worth watching. There are many places worth a visit during your stay, including the UNESCO World Heritage Jurassic Coastline, Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door. Further afield you can visit Swanage, Corfe Castle, Stonehenge, Marwell Zoo, Monkey World, The Tank Museum, Peppa Pig World, Beaulieu Museum and so much more.£84From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Weymouth, EnglandAn enticing, semi-detached house sitting in Wyke Regis, Dorset. Sea views. Near the beach and coast. Balcony. Weymouth 3.3 miles; Isle of Portland 3.8 miles; Dorchester 10.3 miles.£103From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
- Wareham, EnglandWelcome to Holly Hedge Farm, a wonderful collection of properties that we’re certain everyone won’t be able to get enough of!
Dorset has something for everyone. Close to the property, you will find Lytchett Matravers with local shops, pubs and restaurants. Further afield is the famous Dorset Jurassic Coastline. You will need more than a day to explore places like Durdle Door, Lulworth Cove and Lyme Regis and are all worth the visit. From award winning beaches to attractions such as boat trips and water sports the whole family will enjoy themselves. Poole Harbour is approx. 15-minute drive from Holly Hedge Farm which lays claim to the title of the second largest natural harbour in the world after Port Jackson, Sydney, this is a place of natural beauty with trips running daily to the famous Brownsea Island. Keep the eyes peeled for a red squirrel. For the golfer among us Bulbury Woods Golf Club is approximately 1-minute drive from the property where you will find a tree lined course for all abilities to enjoy. Back to the property is where to make more memories around the wood burner and outside enjoying the end of the summer sun. Beach 7 miles. Pub and restaurant 2 miles.
These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 19 guests.£77From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Weymouth, EnglandA lovely three-storey house resting in Weymouth, Dorset. Dog-friendly. Near a beach. Off-road parking. Private garden. Dorchester 8.7 miles; Bridport 19.1 miles.£102From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Lyme Regis, EnglandA charming, thatched cottage in an enviable central location in Lyme Regis in Dorset. Great location. Open-plan. WiFi. Dog-friendly. Family-friendly. Lyme Regis 0.1 miles; Charmouth 3 miles; Bridport 9.8 miles.£276From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
