October Breaks in Dorset

October Breaks in Dorset

Great weather often hangs around until well into October in Dorset, so to celebrate the final flourishes of summer properly why not book a luxury self-catering cottage? Snugly one-bed retreat in a charming town, romantic hideaway with amazing sea views, or cottage in the country with space for all the gang, we'll help you pave the way to the holiday of your dreams this October.  Read more

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Pick from 44 cottages in Dorset this October

The Lookout is a 2 bedroom, dog friendly apartment with sea views, near Studland.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £754

The Lookout

5763

2 bedroom, dog friendly apartment with sea views, near Studland.


In an elevated position with views out to Swanage Bay, The Lookout is a modern, stylish, first floor apartment for up to four lucky guests and their four-legged friend to enjoy. Ta...

  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £754

Freshfields is a 4 bedroom self catering cottage near Dorchester, Dorset.
  • Sleeps 7 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £1035

Freshfields

5706

4 bedroom self catering cottage near Dorchester, Dorset.


Freshfields is a truly outstanding property in a picturesque Dorset village. Recently renovated throughout, the house provides space and privacy for all the family. Just a short dr...

  • Sleeps 7 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £1035

Whetley Farm

  • Sleeps 8 + 2 cots in 2 properties
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £1040

The Granary is a 2 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Beaminster, Dorset.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £520

The Granary

5683

2 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Beaminster, Dorset.


Tucked away in a rural corner of west Dorset you will find The Granary; a single-storey cottage with a shared two acre woodland and wildflower meadow to while away holiday days in....

  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £520

The Dairy is a 2 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Beaminster, Dorset.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £520

The Dairy

5682

2 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Beaminster, Dorset.


A cosy single-storey cottage, a secret wood and wildflower meadow, all available to you in a location only a short drive of the World Heritage Jurassic Coast, are we tempting you y...

  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £520

Bluebells is a 2 bedroom, dog friendly cottage in walking distance of Bridport, Dorset.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £670

Bluebells

5624

2 bedroom, dog friendly cottage in walking distance of Bridport, Dorset.


Tucked away in a quiet location, yet just a stone's throw from bustling Bridport and the Jurassic Coast, you will find Bluebells. Situated at the end of a pretty row of cottages, t...

  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £670

The Old Dairy is a 2 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near Wimborne Minster, Dorset.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £972

The Old Dairy

5551

2 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near Wimborne Minster, Dorset.


Situated within the southern neolithic ring of Knowlton Church and Earthworks and perfectly positioned under a Dark Sky Reserve, is The Old Dairy; a stylish and modern conversion t...

  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £972

Pippins is a 3 bedroom, dog friendly character cottage near Beaminster, Somerset.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £558

Pippins

5360

3 bedroom, dog friendly character cottage near Beaminster, Somerset.


Pippins is a picture postcard country cottage nestled in the charming Somerset village of North Perrott - not far from the Dorset border. This cosy home can cater for all of the fa...

  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £558

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Seymour Barn is a 2 bedroom, dog friendly barn conversion in Bridport, Dorset.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £1080

Seymour Barn

5314

2 bedroom, dog friendly barn conversion in Bridport, Dorset.


With the bustling market town of Bridport within striking distance, this beautiful barn conversion is the perfect home-away-from-home. A delightful spot to explore all the beauty a...

  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £1080

Woodville Cottage is a 3 bedroom, dog friendly home near the beach in Lyme Regis.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Wed

7 nights from £844

Woodville Cottage

5151

3 bedroom, dog friendly home near the beach in Lyme Regis.


Woodville Cottage is a pretty and charming property, an annexe to a Grade II Listed Georgian building. Hidden away from the hustle and bustle of the elegant seaside town of Lyme Re...

  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Wed

7 nights from £844

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For a truly romantic getaway, browse through our list of cottages with hot tubs available this October. Spend your days exploring and soaking in the last of the summer rays, and then when you've had your fill return to your home-from-home and hop into a bubbling hot tub. Or how about a family-friendly cottage, perfect for little kids and big kids alike? October is a great time of year for families to make the most of all that Dorset has to offer with half term around the corner and lots of spook-tacular celebrations taking place ahead of Halloween. If you would like to revel in some peace and quiet, we have plenty of secluded cottages, offering lots of privacy and plenty of space for some quality R&R. At Classic Cottages, we pride ourselves on marketing the finest self-catering cottages around, handpicking and personally inspecting each one. Find your favourite today.