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Dorset Holiday Cottages

You are spoilt for choice when searching for a beach holiday in the UK. But Dorset stands out among the rest, with busy towns and quiet fishing villages. With long stretches of beach and secluded coves, Dorset has everything you might want from a last-minute seaside holiday. Whether you're with the kids or on a romantic minibreak, we have the perfect cottage for you and your family. With the largest selection of late-availability cottages, we can bring that spur-of-the-moment idea to life. Discover Last Minute Cottages today and find your ideal holiday cottage.

Reasons to Holiday in Dorset

Beaches

The beaches in Dorset are one of the main reasons thousands flock there every year. With incredible beaches at Lulworth Cove, Bournemouth, Mudeford, Swanage, Lyme Regis and many more. But there is more to the beaches of Dorset if you take a closer look. Much of Dorset is part of the Jurassic Coast, so when you go to a beach like Lulworth Cove or Durdle Door, you'll find more than just sand or pebbles but fantastic rock formations and ancient fossils. Plus, many of these beaches have great crabbing pools that provide hours of entertainment. Discover a last-minute cottage close to the beach that is perfect for you and your family. Take advantage of our best price guarantee and a vast collection of cottages in Dorset and enjoy the beach every day.

Walking

Walking in Dorset is always a pleasure at any time of year. The biggest attractions are the coastal walks available. Most of the walks are sections of the South-West Coastal Path that runs along the coastline. There are also walks inland, with Dorchester being a major attraction. With a Roman amphitheatre and townhouse as well as a medieval keep, this is a great place to start a walk over the rolling hills of Dorset. Whether you're walking on the coastal path or venturing inland to explore Dorset, you'll find a cottage that's just right for your last-minute holiday. Feel safe knowing that all our properties are professionally managed and supported by a market-leading customer service team.

Where to Stay in Dorset

We have cottages all over Dorset, just waiting to be picked and enjoyed by a family or group of friends. If you want a bucket and spade beach to enjoy with the children, somewhere like Bournemouth would be great fun. There are also quieter beaches like Lulworth Cove, where we have cottages within walking distance of the beach. Wherever you choose to stay, you can be sure you are getting the best deal available. Browse our wide selection of cottages and find the ideal cottage for your last-minute getaway.

Places to Visit in Dorset

Bournemouth is a beach town with a Victorian pier, Oceanarium, and various galleries and museums.

Dorchester is a Roman market town with a Roman amphitheatre and a medieval keep.

Poole is a large harbour town with great beaches and museums.

Bridport is a Saxon market town two miles from the beach with pubs, galleries and a golf course.

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Dorset Cottages

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  • Last Minute Cottages - Cottage in Dorset

Dorset

Cottage in Dorset

Ref: S535480

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Tucked away in the heart of eclectic Bridport, this charming cottage has an abundance of character, seamlessly blended with contemporary style. Famous for its antique quarter and many seasonal events including The Torchlight March, The Hat Festive...

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£123

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  • Last Minute Cottages - The Beach Hut

Dorset

The Beach Hut

Ref: S517777

Reviews 13

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The delightful seaside town of Lyme Regis has much to offer its visitors, boasting a maze of narrow streets filled with craft and antique shops, galleries and cafes. Take a stroll along the world-famous Cobb causeway overlooking the ancient...

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£94

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  • Last Minute Cottages - The Linhay

Dorset

The Linhay

Ref: S527637

Reviews 12

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Around the River Brit, Bridport's charming market town was born, and its long history of rope and net manufacture has left its mark. Flax threads were previously twisted into rope in the alleyways and long, broad streets between the houses; today,...

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£76

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  • Last Minute Cottages - The Cider Press

Dorset

The Cider Press

Ref: S98816

Reviews 26

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Motcombe boasts its own friendly community store, Post Office and country pub, which is set on the outskirts of the village. The local town of Shaftesbury, well served by a range of shops and inns, is perched on a spur of rolling green hills with...

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£66

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  • Last Minute Cottages - House in Dorset

Dorset

House in Dorset

Ref: S232241

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A beautifully restored Chapel, in the heart of rural Dorset and which is steeped in history. Ideal for a family or group to head away from the hustle and bustle of daily life to enjoy a peaceful escape within one of Dorset s prettiest locations....

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£135

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  • Last Minute Cottages - The Get Away

Dorset

The Get Away

Ref: S670917

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The Silverlake country estate offers luxury accommodation in the peace and calm of the freshwater lakes and sweeping countryside views that surround it.  Rest, revive and recharge at the Hurricane Spa by reclining in the heated infinity pool after...

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£195

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  • Last Minute Cottages - Little Kershay

Dorset

Little Kershay

Ref: S102090

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Little Kershay is a stunning new conversion, perfect for couples, and ideally located to explore the Jurassic Coastline and bustling market towns of Bridport and Lyme Regis.  It is modern, light and airy, with an attractive patio area and all its...

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£62

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  • Last Minute Cottages - Pippins

Dorset

Pippins

Ref: S126670

Reviews 44

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A trip to Dorset is not complete without visiting the county town of Dorchester, steeped in Roman history with its Roman roads, you will also find, museums and a wide selection of pubs and restaurants. Walk around Maiden Castle, the largest...

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£54

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  • Last Minute Cottages - Bungalow in Dorset

Dorset

Bungalow in Dorset

Ref: S229880

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This comfortable, compact and welcoming property is perfect for couples looking for a romantic getaway and a great base for discovering the area. Situated on a small holiday complex just outside the coastal village of Charmouth, the beautiful 30...

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£62

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  • Last Minute Cottages - Tidal Drift

Dorset

Tidal Drift

Ref: S371308

Reviews 28

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Wyke Regis is a small village which is part of the south western suburbs of Weymouth, on the north shore of Portland Harbour and the south-eastern end of Chesil Beach. The village offers a few local shops, cafés and restaurants, including the...

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£84

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  • Last Minute Cottages - The Sawmill

Dorset

The Sawmill

Ref: S517931

Reviews 9

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The attractive country town of Beaminster nestles beneath the rolling West Dorset downland within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Around its square is the Conservation Area which boasts over 200 Grade II listed buildings, many of which are...

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£87

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  • Last Minute Cottages - Rectory Coach House

Dorset

Rectory Coach House

Ref: S37129

Reviews 33

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Buckhorn Weston is an attractive village, nestling on the slopes of the picturesque Blackmore Vale in North Dorset, close to the Somerset border. This tranquil haven is only four miles from the towns of Wincanton in Somerset, to the north, and...

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£79

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  • Last Minute Cottages - Little West Hill Studio

Dorset

Little West Hill Studio

Ref: S517592

Reviews 8

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The delightful seaside town of Lyme Regis has much to offer its visitors, boasting a maze of narrow streets filled with craft and antique shops, galleries and cafes. Take a stroll along the world-famous Cobb causeway overlooking the ancient...

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£71

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  • Last Minute Cottages - Cliffwalk Cottage

Dorset

Cliffwalk Cottage

Ref: S598027

Reviews 6

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An 18-mile-long stone spit called Chesil Beach connects Portland Bill, a short cape at the tip of the rough Isle of Portland peninsula, to the mainland. Portland Bill is home to three lighthouses, the most recent of which, the 35-meter-tall, white...

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£76

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  • Last Minute Cottages - Candy Cottage

Dorset

Candy Cottage

Ref: S2260

Reviews 46

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Thornford is only 3 miles from the town of Sherborne in Dorset and contains a pub, local shop and a post office, as well as a 'halt', on the railway line linking Weymouth with Bristol. The village is surrounded by an Area ofOutstanding Natural...

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£64

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  • Last Minute Cottages - The Apartment at Queen Anne's Lodge

Dorset

The Apartment at Queen Anne's Lodge

Ref: S517637

Reviews 11

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The delightful seaside town of Lyme Regis has much to offer its visitors, boasting a maze of narrow streets filled with craft and antique shops, galleries and cafes. Take a stroll along the world-famous Cobb causeway overlooking the ancient...

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£67

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  • Last Minute Cottages - Droop Farm Cottage

Dorset

Droop Farm Cottage

Ref: S123217

Reviews 47

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Droop is a hamlet in Dorset in amongst the hinterland surrounded by unspoilt views of countryside towards Bulbarrow Hill from the end of the very private garden. In the immediate area there are many walks you can go on and enjoy, with the central...

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£105

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  • Last Minute Cottages - The Granary

Dorset

The Granary

Ref: S101777

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The Granary, a two bedroom cottage has been lovingly restored to provide a very good quality holiday property in a fabulous village location, just a short walk from the sea and coastal footpath.   Located in the West Dorset village of Chideock,...

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£72

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  • Last Minute Cottages - Barrow Lodge

Dorset

Barrow Lodge

Ref: S700392

Reviews 13

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Blandford Forum is a market town in Dorset, England, situated by the River Stour. Notable for its Georgian architecture, most of the town was rebuilt in the 18th century after it was destroyed by a fire in 1731. King George II made a donation to...

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£63

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  • Last Minute Cottages - Penny Plot Cottage

Dorset

Penny Plot Cottage

Ref: S517691

Reviews 23

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The delightful seaside town of Lyme Regis has much to offer its visitors, boasting a maze of narrow streets filled with craft and antique shops, galleries and cafes. Take a stroll along the world-famous Cobb causeway overlooking the ancient...

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£87

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  • Last Minute Cottages - Perhay Cottage

Dorset

Perhay Cottage

Ref: S102060

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Perhay is a delightful country cottage and has been refurbished by the owner to provide very good quality holiday accommodation in a beautiful rural setting only a few miles drive from the coast and the bustling West Dorset market town of...

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£83

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  • Last Minute Cottages - Holly Cottage

Dorset

Holly Cottage

Ref: S11540

Reviews 14

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Holly Cottage is a delightful cottage with two bedrooms, a garden and lovely views of the surrounding hills. Situated in Swanage, this stone cottage is only minutes from the beach and centre of town and is ideal for exploring the many local...

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£72

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  • Last Minute Cottages - Magnolia Cottage Osmington

Dorset

Magnolia Cottage Osmington

Ref: S126623

Reviews 42

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Osmington village, is situated on the Jurassic coastline of Dorset, just 6 miles from Weymouth wher you will find an glorious beach and historic harbour and just 11 miles from Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door. Home to the famous Chalk hillside...

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£77

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  • Last Minute Cottages - The Arc

Dorset

The Arc

Ref: S267433

Reviews 8

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The Arc is a cosy holiday home in the seaside town of Swanage. It's a lovely place to enjoy a holiday - with plenty to explore there is something for everyone. Positioned a short stroll from Swanage town centre on a pretty street, The Arc offers a...

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£80

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