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.
Wimborne, EnglandA property with cooking classes that seamlessly marries luxury, nature, and pet-friendly charm, promising an unforgettable escape for all.£250From price per night based on 7 night stay
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Dorchester, EnglandAn attractive corner cottage resting in the centre of Cerne Abbas. Close walk to all amenities. Pet-friendly. Woodburning stove. WiFi. Dorchester 7.8 miles; Sherborne 11.9 miles.£80From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Blandford Forum, EnglandWelcome to Appledore Cottage. This truly stunning thatched cottage is located in the peaceful village of Farnham, ideal for exploring the stunning countryside Dorset has to offer. Recently refurbished in 2022 to a high standard, this is the perfect holiday for the whole family to relax. Entering via a porch way for muddy shoes and coats, the living room is well equipped with comfy sofas, a Smart TV and an electric wood burner. Rear French doors lead you into the back garden where you can relax after a long day exploring. The kitchen is well equipped and the dining room is located next to the kitchen where you can enjoy a morning coffee or a family meal. Upstairs via the unique spiral staircase there are three bedrooms - a master bedroom with kingsize bed and en-suite shower room, a double bedroom and a twin bedroom. The family bathroom offers a shower over bath, basin and toilet.
Farnham is a small village with a pub a short walk away, and Larmer Tree Gardens is only a short drive away, well worth a visit to wander around the beautiful gardens. You can also visit the National Trust sites of Kingston Lacy House, Hod Hill and the White Mill. Dorset Heavy Horse Farm is a wonderful family day out where you can feed the animals or enjoy a ride in a horse drawn carriage. You can visit Moors Valley Park where there are tree top walkways, or you can cycle around the woodlands. One place you will not want to miss is the walks along the Jurassic Coastline taking in sites such as Lulworth Cove and Durdle door, located approximately 1 hour from the property. Beach 20 miles. Pub and restaurant 100 yards.£173From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Gillingham, EnglandA contemporary single-storey cottage resting in Milton on Stour near Gillingham, Dorset. Pet-friendly. Close to amenities. EV charging point. Ground-floor living. Kilmington 6.2 miles; Shaftesbury 7 miles; Brunto 10.1 miles.£152From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
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 & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Wimborne, England 5.00Approached via a long drive overlooking daffodil fields, this comfortable, single-storey, detached bungalow is a lovely holiday home for families or couples, located on the doorstep to the Jurassic Coast. It has a large enclosed lawned garden and a spacious games room. West View is located within the owner’s country home and has direct access onto bridleways and footpaths, leading all the way to Wareham. Set in a convenient location for road links to the beaches of Poole and Bournemouth, Sandbanks, The Purbeck Coastline, historical maritime Southampton with historic ships, Salisbury Cathedral, Christchurch Harbour and Dorchester. Other attractions include Monkey World, Stone Henge, Marwell Zoo, Beaulieu Motor Museum, New Forest Otter and Owl Park, Kingston Lacy (NT) and Badbury Rings. The New Forest is also within easy driving distance with its heathlands, where ponies and cattle roam. Beach 6 miles. Shop, pub and restaurant ½ mile.£68From 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
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.£69From 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.£144From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Dorchester, EnglandA character filled property resting in the pretty village of Maiden Netwon in Dorset. Enclosed garden. Pet-friendly. Woodburning stove. Wi-Fi. West Bay 13.3 miles; Weymouth 17.2 miles.£100From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
