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.
Gillingham, EnglandGreen Oak Cottage offers stylish accommodation, enjoys wonderful country views and is set in picturesque Dorset countryside. It is in the heart of what was the Royal Stud and is in a great location to explore this wonderful area, with Sherborne to the west, Shaftesbury to the east and Wincanton to the north.
Green Oak Cottage is linked to the owners’ home and is beautifully furnished with original artworks. It has a comfortable interior; on the ground floor is an open plan living space with French doors which open onto a private patio and undisturbed views. There’s also a ground floor shower room. Heading upstairs are two bedrooms: one double and one twin, and a bathroom with bath, basin and toilet.
The property sits on the edge of cider orchards and there are lovely long walks across the Blackmore Vale with several footpaths within easy reach which lead down into the village of Buckhorn Weston and the local pub for wining and dining. Within easy driving there is much to enjoy, whether taking in the lovely character towns of Sherborne, with its shops, castle and abbey, or Shaftesbury with its links to Hovis and the famous Gold Hill. You can enjoy visiting nearby attractions, such as National Trust Stourhead House and Gardens, Longleat House and Safari Park, Haynes International Motor Museum or the Yeovilton Fleet Air Arm Museum. Further afield you can venture to the city of Bath, with its Georgian architecture, Salisbury with its fascinating cathedral city and spire, and many more exciting places. Shop, pub and restaurant 1 mile.£148From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & book
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Blandford Forum, England
4.00Eton Cottage has been refurbished to the highest standard and enjoys a great mix of a ’picture postcard’ thatched cottage, with a modern and stylish interior. With stunning local walks from the door over the beautiful rolling chalk downland of the ancient Cranborne Chase, and an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
The cottage offers two double bedrooms, one of which is located on the ground floor, and a cosy sitting/dining room with stylish wood burner. A small private garden offers the perfect place to enjoy a drink or the perfect space to eat, relax and soak up this rural retreat!
Farnham is a small rural village in north Dorset and is a great starting point to explore some of the wonderful countryside with miles of footpaths to roam on the doorstep!
A little further afield is the pretty town of Shaftesbury and the iconic ’Gold Hill’ and just half an hour from West Moors Country Park, with a high ropes course, miniature railway and bike hire make this a great day out for all ages!£117From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Sturminster Newton, EnglandFor peace and tranquillity yet ideally situated to explore the breathtaking landscape of Dorset, look no further than Antells Barn.
Tastefully converted in an open plan and sociable layout, you can look forward to unwinding with your loved ones in a light and spacious environment. For a cosy evening in, why not prepare a delicious meal in the well-equipped kitchen and kick back in front of the 42" TV.
Enjoy your morning coffee on the private patio and stroll across the lawn admiring your unspoilt surroundings. The garden is conveniently fenced off for security ensuring peace of mind for the little ones or furry guests. On a warm evening, you can pour yourself a chilled glass of wine, light the barbecue and relax in your peaceful surroundings.
Within walking distance of Antells Barn, The Crown Inn has been the village pub for many years and was ’The Crown’ in the book of the same name - real Ale, home cooked delights and good company are always guaranteed at this charming old Dorset pub.
Just a couple of miles away is the charming market town of Sturminster Newton at a bridging point across the River Stour. Here you can take a stroll admiring the historic features and enjoy a coffee in one of the local cafés.
For devotees of Thomas Hardy, Marnhull is ’Marlott’ in his classic novel Tess of the D’urbervilles and ’Tess’s Cottage’ is a 10 minute walk away. Shop 1¼ miles and pub serving food 1 mile.£79From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Bridport, England 5.00This delightful, period, former Coach House, set in a secluded village location, has been refurbished to a high standard. It offers spacious, detached holiday accommodation and is situated in the historic, popular village of Chideock - ½ mile from the World Heritage Coast between Bridport and Lyme Regis. The village boasts a post office, shop and two excellent pubs. Good restaurants, street markets and shops within a few minutes’ drive at Bridport, Charmouth, West Bay and Lyme Regis. Visitors can wander down to the beach at Seatown and enjoy the famous Anchor Pub, swimming, fossil hunting and superb, scenic coastal walking. Shops ¼ mile.£108From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Weymouth, England 5.00Sleeping four in Maltings area of Weymouth, pet friendly. Off road parking. WiFi. Garden. Close to harbour.£83From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Bridport, EnglandA lovely two-bedroom house resting just outside the village of West Bay, Dorset. Enclosed garden. Gas fire. WiFi. Bridport 1.5 miles; Lyme Regis 10.9 miles.£73From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Bridport, EnglandPerfect cottage to base yourself surrounded by the beautiful Dorset countryside. Ideal for elderly and families as all on one level. Off road parking and wifi£72From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Shipton Gorge, EnglandThis lovely property rests in the pretty village of Shipton Gorge, Dorset. Countryside views. Ground-floor accommodation. WiFi. Bridport 2.6 miles. West Bay 4.1 miles.£158From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Weymouth, EnglandThis homely holiday cottage rests in Wyke Regis in Weymouth in Dorset. Pet-friendly. Nearby beach. Ideal for families. Isle of Portland 4.7 miles; Dorchester 9.4 miles; Bridport 18 miles.£215From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Poole, EnglandRefurbished and redecorated in 2022, this fantastic, single-storey apartment is set in the small peninsula of Sandbanks and is perfect for a visit at any time of year. There is a twin bedroom with two comfortable single beds, and there is also a master bedroom which is well-presented and makes a great place to retreat to after a long day. In the living room, there is ample spacing for four guests to sit around the TV, or enjoy a meal together in the intimate dining area. The apartment has a small patio area at the front which is accessed via the living area. There is free Wi-Fi and one allocated parking space in front of the apartment, which is secured via an electric gate.
The property is located in Sandbanks, famous for its high property values. You’ll find the beach is sandy and flat with shallow waters, making it a popular site for water sports, especially windsurfing and parasailing.
Take the chain ferry from Sandbanks to Studland, and head up to Old Harry Rocks where you’ll be greeted with amazing views of the coastline. On the way back, why not stop and quench your thirst in the local pub or even have a spot of lunch.
Poole town centre has an abundance of shops to suit all tastes and budgets. Head down to Poole Quay and you’ll find plenty to see and do, play in the amusements, catch the land train or take a boat over to Brownsea Island. The island is home to the endangered red squirrel and offers lovely walks and views of the harbour. If you fancy going further afield, you can even catch a ferry to Jersey. Poole Park offers tennis courts, a miniature railway and an indoor soft play centre for children.
The summer months see Poole come alive with weekly firework displays from the quay and Sandbanks, speedway events, weekly bike meets and evening boat trips around the harbour.
Head to Bournemouth and you’ll find cinemas, the Pavilion Theatre, Bournemouth International Centre and a variety of places to eat and drink. Head down to pier and you’ll find plenty to see and do. If you can manage to tear yourself away from the seven miles of golden sand, why not take a stroll on the pier, play in the amusements, go on an underwater adventure at the Oceanarium or even catch the land train to Boscombe. Stroll through Bournemouth gardens and you’ll come across mini golf, a bandstand, aviary and the Bournemouth Eye.
Further afield you’ll find the spectacular Jurassic coastline (a World Heritage site), Corfe Castle, the New Forest National Park, Swanage and Southampton.£108From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
