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Set in Dorchester, the recently renovated The Dairyman Suite offers accommodation 5 km from Monkey World and 20 km from Corfe Castle. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is allergy-free and is located 30 km from Poole Harbour.

The unit we stayed in was built in 1660 and has a thatched roof. I was very interested in this and the hosts were very friendly and willing to tell me about the thatch. I learned a lot.

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9.4
Superb
181 reviews
Price from
€ 108
per night

Located 23 km from Monkey World, 30 km from Golden Cap and 38 km from Corfe Castle, Dorchester central flat provides accommodation situated in Dorchester. The property is set 39 km from Poole Harbour, 45 km from Bournemouth International Centre and 45 km from Sandbanks. Free WiFi is available and private parking can be arranged at an extra charge.

Location really handy for visiting Dorchester. Owner helpful & flexible.

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9.5
Exceptional
195 reviews
Price from
€ 110
per night

The spacious holiday home features 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a patio with garden views. Guests can take in the ambience of the surroundings from an outdoor dining area or keep themselves warm by the fireplace on colder days. This holiday home is allergy-free and non-smoking.

No breakfast provided. As per booking. Really quiet, easy access to towns etc

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9.1
Superb
102 reviews
Price from
€ 200
per night

Primrose Cabin is set in Dorchester, 6.7 km from Monkey World, 22 km from Corfe Castle, as well as 32 km from Poole Harbour. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking and free WiFi. Bournemouth International Centre is 38 km away and Golden Cap is 42 km from the apartment.

Charming timber cabin , clean and welcoming: if you have a passion for cosy, comfortable sheds this is the place for a few days away from the pressures of normal life . We will go back . Thank goodness - no T.V. !

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9
Superb
110 reviews
Price from
€ 159
per night

Aquila Heights Guest House is located in Dorchester, 34 km from Corfe Castle, 42 km from Poole Harbour, and 48 km from Bournemouth International Centre. With free private parking, the property is 19 km from Monkey World and 31 km from Golden Cap. Portland Castle is 20 km from the bed and breakfast and Portland Museum is 23 km away.

Delicious breakfasts; gorgeous breakfast menu + breakfasts are cooked from local products. Immaculate cleanliness, lovely interiors and great attention to details. Friendly and helpful hosts.

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9.4
Superb
181 reviews
Price from
€ 100
per night

Set within 30 km of Monkey World and 45 km of Corfe Castle in Dorchester, Gaggle of Geese Pub - Shepherd Huts & Bell Tents offers accommodation with seating area. There is a private entrance at the country house for the convenience of those who stay. There is an outdoor fireplace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking.

A great week-end drinking, eating and chilling. Very attentive staff. Nice selection of meals offered. We loved the shepherd's hut and it was in our own secluded spot. We enjoyed sitting by the fire pit watching the stars after dark. Our dog also enjoyed himself. Such a dog-friendly place.

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9.2
Superb
111 reviews
Price from
€ 123
per night

Waterfield House B&B is situated on the outskirts of Dorchester. The bed and breakfast features a garden with river views. The accommodation offers free WiFi throughout the property.

2 room options are available at the bed and breakfast, a Waterside Room and a King Room. The Waterside Room features a balcony with views overlooking the river and meadows. The King Room is located in the main house and features an extra large bed.

what a beautiful and peaceful place

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9.8
Exceptional
274 reviews
Price from
€ 170
per night

Built in 1635, The Old Tea House provides bed and breakfast in one of Dorchester’s oldest houses. With free Wi-Fi, this Dorset guest house serves homemade food including a full cooked breakfast.

The guest room features a four-poster bed, desk and tea and coffee facilities, and spacious private living room with TV and DVD player. There is also a private bathroom with shower.

Superb Breakfast that outshone many hotels. Home cooked with good ingredients that are not cheap. Bacon and sausages where lovely. Well looked after over the breakfast period. Good coffee to which is important to us.

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9.1
Superb
408 reviews
Price from
€ 94
per night

Dating back around 350 years, Yalbury Cottage is situated in the village of Lower Bockhampton, 2 miles from the historic town of Dorchester. It offers a restaurant and free Wi-Fi.

Each room at Yalbury has views of the surrounding countryside and its own bathroom with a bath, a shower, toiletries and a hairdryer. Guests can also enjoy tea/coffee making facilities and flat-screen TVs.

very clean. good location for what we wanted to explore. Breakfast was delicious.

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9.3
Superb
518 reviews
Price from
€ 135
per night

Offering a garden and garden view, Little Barn is set in Dorchester, 44 km from Corfe Castle and 45 km from Poole Harbour. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is situated 29 km from Monkey World.

Beautiful place. Really nice and helpful host.

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9.4
Superb
9 reviews

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  • The Oak at Dewlish
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 176 reviews

    The Oak at Dewlish, a property with a garden and a bar, is set in Dorchester, 14 km from Monkey World, 29 km from Corfe Castle, as well as 30 km from Poole Harbour.

    Location value & staff very helpful & friendly

  • The Dairyman Suite
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 181 reviews

    Set in Dorchester, the recently renovated The Dairyman Suite offers accommodation 5 km from Monkey World and 20 km from Corfe Castle.

    Recently renovated rooms and great value for money.

  • Dorchester central flat
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 195 reviews

    Located 23 km from Monkey World, 30 km from Golden Cap and 38 km from Corfe Castle, Dorchester central flat provides accommodation situated in Dorchester.

    Lovely flat. Good location. Spacious and comfortable.

  • Honeysuckle Cottage
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 102 reviews

    Honeysuckle Cottage, a property with a garden, is situated in Dorchester, 6.9 km from Monkey World, 22 km from Corfe Castle, as well as 32 km from Poole Harbour.

    Lovely cottage in a great location, comfortable beds

  • Primrose Cabin
    Breakfast options
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 110 reviews

    Primrose Cabin is set in Dorchester, 6.7 km from Monkey World, 22 km from Corfe Castle, as well as 32 km from Poole Harbour. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking and free WiFi.

    it was so cute and it was so quite ! just what I needed

  • Aquila Heights Guest House
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 181 reviews

    Aquila Heights Guest House is located in Dorchester, 34 km from Corfe Castle, 42 km from Poole Harbour, and 48 km from Bournemouth International Centre.

    Lovely freshly cooked breakfast with lots of choice.

  • Gaggle of Geese Pub - Shepherd Huts & Bell Tents
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 111 reviews

    Set within 30 km of Monkey World and 45 km of Corfe Castle in Dorchester, Gaggle of Geese Pub - Shepherd Huts & Bell Tents offers accommodation with seating area.

    The hut was so comfy even though it was icy out side. We were so cozy.

  • Waterfield House B&B
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 274 reviews

    Waterfield House B&B is situated on the outskirts of Dorchester. The bed and breakfast features a garden with river views.

    The location was amazing and we saw so many birds.

These holiday rentals in Dorchester have options with FREE cancellation

  • The Old Milking Parlour at Knapp Farm
    Free cancellation options available
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 49 reviews

    Located in Dorchester in the Dorset region, The Old Milking Parlour at Knapp Farm provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

    The property was beautiful, clean and well maintained

  • Coach House Inn
    Free cancellation options available
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 476 reviews

    Located in Dorchester, Coach House Inn is a historic bed and breakfast that provides free WiFi, and guests can enjoy water sports facilities and a garden.

    Great room Great staff Great food and drink Great value

  • Bay Tree House
    Free cancellation options available
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 413 reviews

    Situated just 15 minutes’ walk from the centre of historic Dorchester, the family-run Bay Tree House offers free Wi-Fi and free onsite parking, the award-winning property also boasts a restaurant and...

    Brilliant place, location and great hospitality !!!

  • Beggar's Knap
    Free cancellation options available
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 330 reviews

    Please note,You are booking room only. Outlets are available for breafast within a short walk from the house. Beggar's Knap situated 150 yards from the town centre was originally built in 1881.

    Kind owner/manager who granted me early check in

  • Piddle Puddle Cabin
    Free cancellation options available
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 26 reviews

    A recently renovated holiday home set in Dorchester, Piddle Puddle Cabin features a garden. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking and free WiFi.

    Clean and nice cabin with a lovely decking area to eat and chill on.

  • The Old Ship Inn
    Free cancellation options available
    7.2
    Scored 7.2
    Good
    Rated good
     · 269 reviews

    During the week, The Old Ship Inn is a picturesque traditional pub and on Friday and Saturday nights it transforms into a lively venue for karaoke, DJs, and live bands until late into the night.

    Good convenient location pleasant staff clean room

  • The Old Tea House
    Free cancellation options available
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 408 reviews

    Built in 1635, The Old Tea House provides bed and breakfast in one of Dorchester’s oldest houses. With free Wi-Fi, this Dorset guest house serves homemade food including a full cooked breakfast.

    Lovely selection of food. Nicely cooked full English.

  • Yalbury Cottage
    Free cancellation options available
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 518 reviews

    Dating back around 350 years, Yalbury Cottage is situated in the village of Lower Bockhampton, 2 miles from the historic town of Dorchester. It offers a restaurant and free Wi-Fi.

    Great location, pleasant staff and delicious food.

Highly rated holiday rentals in Dorchester

  • Little Barn
    8.0+ review score
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 9 reviews

    Offering a garden and garden view, Little Barn is set in Dorchester, 44 km from Corfe Castle and 45 km from Poole Harbour. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi.

    Location is lovely and quiet, ample parking & a very welcoming host. A wonderful rural retreat for a couple.

  • Fisherman's Daughter
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 13 reviews

    Offering a terrace and sea view, Fisherman's Daughter is situated in Dorchester, 26 km from Dinosaurland Fossil Museum and 27 km from Portland Castle.

    Couldn't fault, that's why we came back, xx

  • The Bee Hive Garden Room
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 31 reviews

    Located in Dorchester and only 10 km from Monkey World, The Bee Hive Garden Room provides accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    Удобствата и атмосферата. Чисто и всичко подредено.

  • Carnotze
    8.0+ review score
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 5 reviews

    Located in Dorchester in the Dorset region and Monkey World reachable within 13 km, Carnotze provides accommodation with free WiFi, barbecue facilities, a garden and free private parking.

  • Gamekeeper's Cottage
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 6 reviews

    Located in Dorchester, in a historic building, 30 km from Monkey World, Gamekeeper's Cottage is a holiday home with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and garden.

    This accommodation is amazing. Fantastic hosts, a really beautiful location with a wonderful local pub. Great for couples or a family. Would 100% recommend and return. Thank you

  • Orchard retreat off grid shepherds huts in Dorset
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 28 reviews

    Orchard retreat off grid shepherds huts in Dorset provides a hot tub and free private parking, and is within 27 km of Golden Cap and 40 km of Monkey World.

    Use of own jacuzzi and distance away from other huts

  • Blueberry Cottage
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 8 reviews

    Blueberry Cottage, a property with a garden, is located in Dorchester, 40 km from Golden Cap, 44 km from Corfe Castle, as well as 45 km from Poole Harbour.

    Very comfortable beds, clean and tidy, everything good quality (towels, hand soap, wonderful welcome tray of goodies) excellent facilities for a family stay.

  • Southgate Coach House
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 5 reviews

    Set in Dorchester in the Dorset region, Southgate Coach House offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

    Excellent location, easy access to town centre. Off street parking.

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Holiday rentals that guests love in Dorchester

  • 9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 8 reviews
    Spacious. Exceptionally good for person with mobility issues because of downstairs double bedroom with en-suite. Easy walk to village shop and all three pubs. Lovely private garden. Beautifully clean. Quiet and relaxing Comfortable furniture Good sized kitchen Separate dining room Parking at front door. Short stroll to the Cerne river, running through the village. Also short stroll to view the Cerne Giant.
    William
    Family with young children
  • 8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 3 reviews
    Really lovely little cottage. Just what I neeeded for a week's course in the village. Comfortable and convenient with everything you need for a week or two's stay. Information provided by the hosts was excellent.
    Robert
    Solo traveller
  • 9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 85 reviews
    The little "village" was such a lovely place to be in the middle of historic woods and super quiet. The apartment was well equipped and cosy. We were greeted and cared for personally which was really great and very unusual these days.
    Debbie
    Young couple
  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 962 reviews
    Lovely village location. Rooms were nicely decorated, comfortable bed in main bedroom, spacious and very clean. It was super warm too. Property is in a lovely village location, the restaurant was beautiful with great food. We had dinner and breakfast and could not fault any of it. They also have a pool table and darts which were good fun in the evening. We really enjoyed the place.
    Anita
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: € 117.45
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 212 reviews
    The staff were excellent, very friendly and helpful. We had an issue with our room and were offered another room straight away. The location was perfect for visiting nearby towns, villages and beaches. Very peaceful and relaxing. Breakfast was great and well organised.
    Clare
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: € 152.69
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 160 reviews
    Quietly located in a small village away from main roads. Beautiful old country pub that has been bought into the 21 century. The bedrooms which are clean and pleasant have been formed from an old house across the courtyard from the pub. Breakfast and dinner were excellent. Owner was friendly and helpful.
    Raymond
    Young couple
  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 13 reviews
    The cottage is located in a tranquil little village with a great pub (Sailor's Return) and within easy reach of lovely places to visit. We visited Lulworth Cove, Weymouth, Dorchester and Swanage. We also found a great walk to take our dogs, starting at the car park on the east side of the village. To top all of this Philip is a lovely, friendly and informative host and we thank him for such an enjoyable stay.
    Clive
    Young couple
  • 8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 39 reviews
    Beautiful Devon cottage. Perfect setting on the edge of a lovely village.
    David
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: € 186.75
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,318 reviews
    Very friendly team in the Pub, helpful and accomodating. The food in the restaurant was great - plenty of choice and generous portions. Pub nicely decorated for Christmas! The pub is in a small village about 6 miles from Dorchester, 8 miles to Lulworth Cove and the Jurassic coast, and was in a great location for what we wanted.
    Jon
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: € 152.69
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 160 reviews
    Such a friendly village and pub. I really like that the accommodation isn't over the pub. Food was yum, service excellent . Soooo dog friendly . Planning to go back .
    Latha
    Solo traveller

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