Dog Friendly Holidays Dorset

For the perfect escape to the sea, with outstanding scenery and activities to suit everyone, look no further than The Pod in Weymouth. The living room is bright and contemporary, a cosy space to relax and plan your Dorset holiday adventures. The modern kitchen has all you need to create some tasty meals, for those evenings when you don’t wish to head out and sample the local food. Upstairs, there are three comfortable bedrooms, ensuring you are well rested for the adventures to come and wake up in the morning to the luscious views of rolling countryside from your window. On a warm sunny day, you can enjoy the south facing garden, the perfect spot to soak up the sun and unwind with your loved ones. On a warm evening, pour yourself a glass of chilled wine and wonder down to the end of the garden where you will find a quirky 7-seater pod. Here you can enjoy elevated views across over the RSPB nature reserve and glimpses of the coast. The beach is just a 13-minute walk from the property, via the nature reserve, and here you can enjoy the sun or simply pick your favourite ice cream and sit and watch the world go buy in the café. Weymouth itself is sure to appeal to your whole group with plenty to do and see during your stay. There are bustling shops to explore, pubs and restaurants to pick from and if you are a water sports enthusiast, the ocean is your playground with the option of paddle boarding, kayaking, sailing and windsurfing.

Welcome to Violet Bay, this stunning fisherman’s cottage located a short walk from the famous golden sand beach of Weymouth is the perfect place for the family to stay and enjoy their holiday in Weymouth. This recently refurbished property has been completed to a high standard with furniture to match. Entering the property you will notice the living room with the electric log burner, Smart TV, comfy sofa, and a single sofa bed. The dining room is at the rear of the property where there is bench seating for up to six guests, French doors open on to the rear garden which is the perfect place to enjoy a morning coffee or an evening under the stars.
The kitchen is well equipped with electric oven, microwave-oven, fridge with freezer compartment, dishwasher, and coffee machine. Upstairs both bedrooms sleep 2 with bedroom one with a King size bed and bedrooms two with a twin bed with a zip-link mattress. The bathroom is at the rear of the property where a small step takes you down in a bathroom with shower over bath, toilet, basin, and Heated towel rail. Outside you will also find the utility room with washing machine and tumble dryer. There is also an outside toilet. A short walk from violet bay you will be welcomed to the beautiful sites of Weymouth harbour, this once famous fishing harbour is now home to many pleasure boats, small ferries, and many water sport activities for you all to enjoy.
If you are looking for a relaxing day down at the water’s edge you will find plenty of local bars, restaurants, and takeaways to enjoy all day and night. The Weymouth Beach which is positioned in the heart of The World-Famous Jurassic Coast is the perfect bay to enjoy a swim or time with a book on the beach. For the walkers among us, The Jurassic Coastline has plenty of trail walks, make sure you take in the sites of Durdle Door and Lulworth Cove, you do not want to forget the camera for this trip.
Closer to the property, Portland is a 10-minute drive, which is home of the 2012 Olympic Sailing Academy, Chesil beach, the renowned Portland Bill Lighthouse plus many more. The market town of Dorchester is approx. 20-minute drive, here you will find local markets, museums, restaurants, and bars. Further afield you can take a trip to the Historic Tank Museum or have a day roaming around Monkey World.

A modern ground floor annex in Weymouth, just moments from the beach. 1 well behaved pet, WiFi, parking for two cars.

Sleeping four in Maltings area of Weymouth, pet friendly. Off road parking. WiFi. Garden. Close to harbour.

Stunning semi-detached holiday cottage in courtyard setting, on the edge of Upwey, near Weymouth. Very high standard of accommodation with en-suite facilities and vaulted ceiling. Dog-friendly, plenty to see and do in the area. Weymouth 3.5 miles.

A beautiful terraced holiday home, one of five set around a courtyard, on the edge of Upwey, near Weymouth. Attractive, well-appointed and modern holiday cottage. Many attractions and activities within reach. Weymouth 3.5 miles.

Superb, modern semi-detached holiday cottage, one of five on-site, on the edge of the Dorset village of Upwey, near Weymouth. Tastefully furnished. En-suite, Smart TVs. Dog-friendly. Short drive to Weymouth beach. Weymouth 3.5 miles.

The Gannets is situated on a private road in a beautiful rural location in Osmington Mills. Within walking distance to scenic coastal walks and a short drive to Weymouth.

Internally the property has been refurbished and is finished to a high standard throughout. Externally the property boasts a ⅓-acre garden, complete with furniture and off-street parking for two cars.

The village of Osmington is set 5 miles east of Weymouth and 8 miles south east of Dorchester in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

Osmington Mills is home to the start of The South Dorset Ridgeway. This follows an inland course through Osmington Village, climbing onto the Ridgeway above the famous White Horse. The White Horse is high on the hill overlooking Weymouth Bay and is a carving of King George III riding his favourite charger, Adonis. The figure was carved out of the hillside in 1808 in honour of the King Georges many visits.

Weymouth is within easy reach and boasts a bustling town full of shops, pubs and restaurants to enjoy. This area is popular with water sports enthusiasts and played host to a number of major sailing events in the 2012 Olympics.

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, one of which has won the best pup of the year 2024 award, 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. Pub within 1 mile.

Blacksmith’s Cottage (ref UK10211) and Carpenters Cottage (ref UK10239) are two cottages located next door to each other in the popular area of Upwey in the Georgian seaside town of Weymouth, Dorset. They are newly built cottages, constructed in 2018, on land that was once used by the owner’s grandfather for his workshop. He could turn his hand to anything from carpentry, wheel wrights, metal works, painting and electrical. In fact there are very few if any, buildings in the village of Upwey that the owner’s grandfather has not worked on in the past. Over time the workshops had become run down and so the decision was made to redevelop the land with the construction of Blacksmith’s Cottage and Carpenters Cottage. Reflecting the owner’s grandfather’s love of carpentry and wood, the cottages are timber framed and their names have been chosen to echo the prior use of the land. Both properties offer countryside views from the front, as well as great walks. They are also on the main bus routes to explore Dorset while leaving the car behind. Weymouth itself boasts an award-winning golden sandy beach, picturesque harbour and ideally positioned along the UNESCO World Heritage Jurassic Coastline. A perfect spot for couples and families wanting to explore the beautiful surrounding areas of Dorset.
The UNESCO World Heritage Jurassic Coast is on your doorstep offering highlights such as Chesil Beach, whilst Abbotsbury, West Bay, Bridport, Durdle Door and Lulworth Cove are slightly further away. The Jurassic Coast is home to more than 300 coastal walks offering some breathtaking views across the 200 million year old shoreline. Dorset’s county town, Dorchester, is known as Thomas Hardy’s town and is home to Roman relics, Brewery Square and the pioneering, architectural royal develeopment of Poundbury. Take a trip to the Isle of Portland, host to the 2012 Olympic sailing events, and home to the world-famous National Sailing Academy. Chocolate box villages can be admired in many areas of Dorset. The swannery at Abbotsbury provides the opportunity to observe the resident colony of mute swans, which has been in existence since the 14th century. From late May, visitors can walk around the nesting area, observing the cygnets at close quarters. Another attraction at Abbotsbury are the sub-tropical gardens, which flourish in a site protected from the cold winds. Here you can find species rare to Britain, such as Japanese camellias and Casucasian wingnut. Other attractions close by include Monkey World, Bovington Tank Museum, Milton Abbey, Athelhampton House and the National Trust’s Corfe Castle. Slightly further afield, you can visit Swanage, Poole and Poole Quay. Poole harbour is the second largest natural harbour in the world, and from here you can take the ferry to Sandbanks or Brownsea Island Nature Reserve with its red squirrels. Why not also take a ferry and visit the Channel Islands of Guernsey and Jersey? Lyme Regis is also another hot spot to visit, known locally as the ’pearl of Dorset’, and is a great place for searching for fossils found in the cliffs and along the beach. If you love golf, Dorset’s Camedown Golf Course is just 2 miles away, and where the Ryder Cup was started. Beach 4 miles. Shop 3 miles, pub and restaurant 500 yards.
Blacksmith’s Cottage (ref UK10211) and Carpenters Cottage (ref UK10239) can be booked together to accommodate up to 8 guests.