Last minute cottages in Dorset

Last minute cottages in Dorset

Home to the sprawling Jurassic Coast and a lush green interior, Dorset makes for a rather magical backdrop to your last-minute getaway. Gather the family for some fossil-hunting along the coastline or explore Dorset’s incredible landmarks, from the towering heights of Corfe Castle to the unmatched natural beauty of Durdle Door. Looking for a spontaneous stay? Making the most of the breathtaking scenery that surrounds them, our welcoming self-catering holiday cottages are the perfect way to explore Dorset, from weekends by the turquoise sea or walking holidays exploring every verdant corner of this stunning county.

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50 holiday cottages available for a last minute break in Dorset

Spring View Cottages

  • Sleeps 7 + 2 cots in 2 properties
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £929

Spring View Cottage is a 1 bedroom cottage with countryside views near Dorchester, Dorset.
  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £347

Spring View Cottage

5783

1 bedroom cottage with countryside views near Dorchester, Dorset.


A sweet bolthole for two, Spring View Cottage is nestled in the beautiful Dorset countryside. Easily accessible but far enough away to feel like you have really escaped, this compa...

  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £347

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 £644

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 £644

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

7 nights from £661 *

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 £661 *

Spring View is a 3 bedroom rural cottage near the sea and close to Dorchester, Dorset.
  • Sleeps 5 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £582

Spring View

5686

3 bedroom rural cottage near the sea and close to Dorchester, Dorset.


A family friendly holiday home situated in a beautiful rural Dorset hamlet with countryside views galore. Recently renovated throughout, Spring View, offers a peaceful escape from ...

  • Sleeps 5 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £582

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

7 nights from £450

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 £450

Whetley Farm

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

7 nights from £861

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

7 nights from £411

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 £411

Arrive at your handpicked holiday home safe in the knowledge it’s been fully inspected.

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 £550

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 £550

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

7 nights from £752

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 £752

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