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.
Oborne, England
5.00Near the character abbey town of Sherborne, 2 miles, these two well-presented single-storey barn conversions with rugs on polished wooden floors, offer comfortable and spacious accommodation in a peaceful location. They are delightfully situated, and yet within 2 miles guests can be in the lovely town of Sherborne, enjoying the picturesque Blackmore Vale, or visiting many historic houses, such as Montacute, Forde Abbey, Stourhead and Longleat. Within easy driving distance of many family attractions such as the popular Yeovilton Fleet Air Arm Museum and the Haynes Motor Museum, and days out exploring the World Heritage Coast from Weymouth to Lyme Regis, or inland central Somerset, Glastonbury Tor and the exquisite city of Bath. Shop 2 miles, country hotel with bar and food 110 yards. Can be booked together to accommodate up to 8 guests.£64From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & book
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Litton Cheney, England 2.00Within 2 miles of the famous Chesil Beach and World Heritage Jurassic Coast and between West Bay and Portland Bill, this Grade II 13th-century stone tithe barn, situated in Litton Cheney on a working farm, has been restored and extended to provide excellent detached character accommodation for 19 guests, in this sought after part of West Dorset. It offers a great location for enjoying this holiday area, and boasts nine en-suite bedrooms (five doubles, one with an additional single, and four twins), each with TV, and a large kitchen, ideal for self catering with a large group. There is even the added benefit of a self-service bar, so you can keep your friends and family entertained throughout the evening. The original stone barn, now a very impressive vaulted and beamed living/dining room, comfortably accommodates eighteen. There is plenty of room for all; guests can relax and unwind in the large garden, the children can play in the games room equipped with pool table, there is fishing (by arrangement with the owner) in the 2-acre coarse fishing lake, or simply wander down to the village pub to wine and dine, or enjoy some glorious country walking.
Within a few minutes’ drive is Chesil Beach at Burton Bradstock which stretches for 17 miles from Portland to West Bay and is a unique shingle ridge and natural beauty spot. The pebbles on the beach are said to increase in size from east to west, the largest being at Portland where a centre for wind and kitesurfing can also be found. West Bexington and Abbotsbury are a short drive away with opportunities for swimming and fishing. Abbotsbury is home to the swannery which is a popular family attraction for holidaymakers and where visitors can walk amidst colonies of nesting mute swans in a natural wildlife habitat. Originally established by Benedictine monks who built a monastery at Abbotsbury, the swannery was used to provide food for their banquets and has been featured in films including Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince. The Abbotsbury Sub-tropical Gardens, which were established in the 1700s by the Countess of Ilchester, are another place of interest to visit. Magnolia and camelia collections are of particular note as well as rhododendrons and hydrangeas; a gift shop, restaurant and plant centre complete the facilities for a good day out. There is much to see and do in Dorset for families, especially at Weymouth, a short drive away, which offers many attractions including the Sea Life Museum, or visit Dorchester with its many attractions and shops. Further afield, family days out include Wool with its Tank Museum and Monkey World, or admire the natural arch of Durdle Door and the almost circular cove of Lulworth on the way to Wareham and the Isle of Purbeck. To the west one can see the magnificent World Heritage Coast and visit West Bay, Eype, Charmouth and of course the ever popular seaside resort of Lyme Regis, with its pretty harbour and Cobb. Shop 3 miles and pub 400 yards.£321From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Mangerton, England 5.00Welcome to Regina Cottage, a charming retreat nestled in the heart of Mangerton, Dorset. Immerse yourself in the idyllic surroundings of this quaint village, where time seems to slow down, and every moment is an opportunity for relaxation and exploration.
Mangerton is a hidden gem, offering a perfect blend of natural beauty and historical charm. Begin your journey by strolling through the winding lanes lined with picturesque cottages, each telling a story of the village’s rich heritage. The vibrant local community welcomes visitors with open arms, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere that makes you feel like a part of the family. For nature enthusiasts, the surrounding countryside provides an abundance of scenic walks and hiking trails. Explore the rolling hills and meandering paths that lead to breathtaking viewpoints, allowing you to soak in the panoramic vistas of the Dorset landscape. Capture the essence of the season as you wander through fields adorned with wildflowers or experience the crunch of leaves beneath your feet in the crisp winter air.
Mangerton is also a gateway to the Jurassic Coast, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its stunning cliffs, hidden coves, and fossil-rich beaches. Spend a day exploring the dramatic coastline, discovering ancient rock formations and enjoying the refreshing sea breeze. Don’t forget to bring your camera to capture the awe-inspiring moments along the way. For those seeking a taste of local culture, Mangerton offers a variety of charming pubs and eateries, where you can savour traditional Dorset fare and mingle with friendly locals. Whether you’re enjoying a pint by the fireplace or savouring a hearty meal, you’ll find a warm welcome and a genuine sense of community.
Regina Cottage is your gateway to the enchanting experiences Mangerton has to offer. Embrace the holiday spirit as you create lasting memories in this picturesque Dorset village, where every day brings new adventures and the promise of relaxation. Welcome to the magic of Mangerton – your perfect holiday destination.£109From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Bettiscombe, England 4.00Marshwood Manor offers excellent accommodation and facilities in a tranquil rural setting, surrounded by Dorset’s loveliest countryside, and only 5 miles from the unspoilt beaches and golden sandstone cliffs of the coastline. The estate’s 10-acres of lawn, garden, pasture and woodland offer plenty of room for adults to stroll and children to play.
The properties have been carefully formed from a fine original range of buildings next to the manor house and may be booked together to accommodate larger groups holidaying together (property refs DEY, DFA, DEX, DUS, DWS and UK41304). Previously filmed for BBC television, all retain character and charm, whilst offering comfortable holiday accommodation fitted to a high standard throughout. Each has its own garden or courtyard with furniture, and all enjoy shared use of the extensive gardens and grounds. There is a large lounge bar/games area with table tennis. Approached along a private drive and set well back from the road, the cottages are perfectly positioned for enjoying this delightful corner of Dorset.
There is a variety of beautiful beaches, both sand and pebble, within a five to ten mile radius, including those at Lyme Regis, Charmouth, Seatown, Eype, West Bay and Burton Bradstock. Fossil-rich cliffs define this dramatic stretch of coastline, which encompasses the 2,000-acre National Trust estate of Golden Cap. This is a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and superb walking country, both on the rolling chalk hills overlooking fertile inland valleys and on the coastal footpaths offering spectacular clifftop views. It is also an area full of romance and history, with three ancient hill forts and the house and gardens of Forde Abbey all nearby.
A range of attractions is on offer in nearby country towns. Lyme Regis is a pretty seaside resort, its elegant colour-washed buildings and promenade lining a handsome harbour. Motor boats can be hired and there are fishing trips, a sailing school and a windsurfing school. Bridport is a thriving market town, featured on TV’s River Cottage, the Port Bredy of Hardy’s novels, offering a good choice of shops, inns, restaurants, an arts centre and a sports centre with indoor pool. The coastline is excellent for sea fishing and inland waters offer good coarse fishing. Golfers will find courses at Lyme Regis and West Bay and there is also horse riding nearby within 5 miles. Caterers are available locally. The local shop at Marshwood and two charming thatched country pubs are within a short drive. Shops 2 miles.£155From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Bettiscombe, England 5.00Marshwood Manor offers excellent accommodation and facilities in a tranquil rural setting, surrounded by Dorset’s loveliest countryside, and only 5 miles from the unspoilt beaches and golden sandstone cliffs of the coastline. The estate’s 10-acres of lawn, garden, pasture and woodland offer plenty of room for adults to stroll and children to play.
The properties have been carefully formed from a fine original range of buildings next to the manor house and may be booked together to accommodate larger groups holidaying together (property refs DEY, DFA, DEX, DUS, DWS and UK41304). Previously filmed for BBC television, all retain character and charm, whilst offering comfortable holiday accommodation fitted to a high standard throughout. Each has its own garden or courtyard with furniture, and all enjoy shared use of the extensive gardens and grounds. There is a large lounge bar/games area with table tennis. Approached along a private drive and set well back from the road, the cottages are perfectly positioned for enjoying this delightful corner of Dorset.
There is a variety of beautiful beaches, both sand and pebble, within a five to ten mile radius, including those at Lyme Regis, Charmouth, Seatown, Eype, West Bay and Burton Bradstock. Fossil-rich cliffs define this dramatic stretch of coastline, which encompasses the 2,000-acre National Trust estate of Golden Cap. This is a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and superb walking country, both on the rolling chalk hills overlooking fertile inland valleys and on the coastal footpaths offering spectacular clifftop views. It is also an area full of romance and history, with three ancient hill forts and the house and gardens of Forde Abbey all nearby.
A range of attractions is on offer in nearby country towns. Lyme Regis is a pretty seaside resort, its elegant colour-washed buildings and promenade lining a handsome harbour. Motor boats can be hired and there are fishing trips, a sailing school and a windsurfing school. Bridport is a thriving market town, featured on TV’s River Cottage, the Port Bredy of Hardy’s novels, offering a good choice of shops, inns, restaurants, an arts centre and a sports centre with indoor pool. The coastline is excellent for sea fishing and inland waters offer good coarse fishing. Golfers will find courses at Lyme Regis and West Bay and there is also horse riding nearby within 5 miles. Caterers are available locally. The local shop at Marshwood and two charming thatched country pubs are within a short drive. Shops 2 miles.£95From 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
Sturminster Newton, EnglandThe Haybarn is a beautiful and luxurious converted barn located within the owner’s grounds and the owner’s land adjoins the property with immediate access to footpaths. Renovated in 2021, it has been finished to a high standard throughout and is an upside-down style house retaining its oak frame with exposed beams. On the ground floor are the bedrooms with one king-size room, one twin room and the bathroom with a shower. The kitchen is also on the ground floor which includes all the essential equipment you require and has a breakfast bar. Upstairs is the comfortable and spacious living/dining room, perfect for you to all spend time together on your holiday. There is a balcony with stunning views across the village and fields which gets the sunshine in the morning, you can sit out there with your morning coffee. You have your parking spot and a secluded garden area to enjoy, which gets the afternoon and evening sunshine. You can have a barbecue or just relax in the sunshine and enjoy the peace of staying somewhere in the Dorset countryside. The owner’s field is next to the property and you are welcome to have a walk through the field.
The Wessex Ridgeway Trail nearby is a magnificent ridge-top route crossing Dorset’s rural heartland and is suitable for walking and cycling. The local pub is a 5-minute walk from The Haybarn which is open Wednesday until Sunday lunchtime. There are also a variety of excellent pubs within a short drive of the property. Alternatively, please be sure to speak with the owners before your arrival and ask if you can arrange for restaurant standard food delivered to you from a local company. It comes with simple reheating and assembly instructions and will make an excellent and special dinner. There are many places to visit nearby in Blandford, there is the Royal Signals Museum, The Blandford Fashion Museum and a brewery which offers tours, as well as local shops, cafés and restaurants. There is a variety of National Trust sites within easy reach, including Kingston Lacy House, Badbury Rings, Hod Hill, Hardy’s Cottage and the Cerne Abbas Giant. You can explore the New Forest National Park with its free-roaming ponies and visit Cranborne Chase with its diverse landscape. You can head towards the coast to visit the scenic Jurassic Coast and spend the day wandering the cliffs along Durdle Door and Lulworth Cove. The whole family can enjoy a day at the Dorset Heavy Horse Farm, where you can have a horse-drawn carriage ride, feed the farm animals or ride the ponies. Further afield, you can explore Shaftesbury, Poole, Bournemouth, Weymouth and Dorchester. More activities in the area include walking or cycling along the North Dorset Trailway or golfing at nearby Ashley Wood. More exhilarating sports can be found at Gorcombe Extreme Sports, which has an assault course, archery, go-karting and paintballing. Shop 2 miles, pub ’The Ibberton’ 880 yards, only opens Friday, Saturday & Sunday lunch. Advise booking well in advance.£71From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Wareham, EnglandNorden House is a beautiful, detached Georgian farmhouse and is the ideal location for you and your family or friends to get together. There is a spacious dining room for everyone to have dinner together, and a large living area which can be split into two by closing the French doors between. The downstairs bedroom has facilities for the less mobile and an en-suite wet room. Upstairs are four double bedrooms and two twin rooms, all of which are also en-suite.
Outside the property are large lawned grounds containing a fantastic pavilion, which has an outstanding fire pit, making it a suitable place to relax in all year round. There is enough seating for 14 guests inside, and further seating on the patio if you wish to be outside enjoying the weather.
Located within the Norden Farm Estate, which is a working farm open to the public, is a well-stocked farm shop where you can buy all your essentials, as well as local produce. Norden House is situated just outside of the village of Corfe Castle, known as the gateway to the Purbecks. This pretty village offers a pub and a variety of local shops; it is also known for the National Trust Site featuring the 100-year-old ruins of Corfe Castle. You can take a steam train from the village to the seaside town of Swanage with its sandy beaches, fish and chip shops and beachfront arcade.
There are many days out nearby including Bovington Tank Museum, Durlston Country Park and Monkey World. You can visit the UNESCO Heritage Jurassic Coast with the popular destinations such as Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door. There are also fantastic coastal walks with breathtaking views, and if you search in the right places, you may find a fossil or two. It is the perfect holiday home for your celebrations. Beach 6 miles. Shop 50 yards, pub and restaurant 1 mile.£536From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Bettiscombe, EnglandSituated in a wonderful location, just outside the small village of Thorncombe in West Dorset, near the Somerset border, this single-storey, detached barn conversion offers a great opportunity to get away from it all. There are many attractions to enjoy right on the doorstep, with the historic and famous Forde Abbey and Gardens, Broadwindsor Craft Centre and some delightful Dorset villages. Within easy driving you will find Lyme Regis on the famous World Heritage Jurassic Coast, where you can enjoy soaking up the sun on the sandy beach, or simply pass the time away walking along this stunning stretch of coastline. Maybe try boating, fishing, crabbing or even some fossil hunting on the shore. Inland, for some fun all the family can enjoy, the Yeovilton Fleet Air Arm Museum never ceases to thrill, or for lovers of classic cars, travel towards the Haynes Motor Museum. For the outdoor enthusiasts, there are some fantastic local walks available, with three national recreational footpaths on the doorstep of The Old Dairy. There is so much to take in, but when you return, you can unwind and enjoy a barbecue in the garden and take in the beautiful countryside views. Beach 11 miles. Shop 1 mile, pub 1½ miles, restaurant 4 miles.£66From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Swanage, EnglandNestled within the serene embrace of a rural landscape, East View stands as a timeless sanctuary, beckoning weary souls to unwind in its embrace. This charming holiday cottage, boasting two bedrooms accommodating up to four guests, embodies the essence of tranquillity and rustic elegance. As you step through the threshold, a warm and inviting ambience envelops you, welcoming you into a haven of comfort. The cosy sitting room, adorned with a crackling log stove, invites intimate conversations and moments of shared laughter. Adjacent, the dining room sets the stage for culinary delights, where stories are exchanged over hearty meals prepared in the well-equipped kitchen, replete with modern amenities catering to every culinary need.
Ascending to the first floor, a delightful surprise awaits in the form of a second sitting room, bathed in soft natural light filtering through the window. This idyllic space serves as a retreat within a retreat, offering solace for introspection or simply indulging in the pleasure of solitude with a captivating book. Outside, the landscape unfolds in all its natural splendour, inviting guests to immerse themselves in the beauty of the surroundings. Here, amidst the gentle whispers of the wind and the chorus of birdsong, guests are encouraged to embark on a digital detox, disconnecting from the hustle and bustle of modern life to reconnect with the simple joys of nature.
For those seeking adventure beyond the tranquil confines of East View, an array of day trips beckons. A leisurely drive to Swanage unveils a quaint coastal town brimming with charm, while further along the coast, the iconic landmarks of Durdle Door and Lulworth Cove await exploration, promising breathtaking vistas and unforgettable experiences. In every corner of East View, a story unfolds—one of serenity, connection, and the timeless allure of rural living. Whether seeking respite from the demands of everyday life or embarking on new adventures, this enchanting cottage promises a retreat like no other, where cherished memories are born amidst the beauty of nature. Surrounding the cottage is a walker’s paradise, with a plethora of coastal adventures accessible from the cottage door. Fishing available nearby and pub within a mile.£84From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
