955 properties found
1 Bedroom Bed in Wareham (87150)
Wareham, Dorset and Somerset
2 1 1 Yes
Escape to nature with this gorgeous holiday cottage and discover the delights of birdwatching, stargazing and wildlife watching. Whisk your loved one away, and possibly your pooch, to this modern retreat and unwind in the charming courtyard garden or fire up the BBQ. Make yourself at home amongst whitewashed walls, organic tones and tasteful decor. The hub of the house is the open-plan lounge/kitchen/diner, where you can kick off muddy boots and relax on the comfy sofa. The room is flooded with natural light thanks to the bi-folding doors and overhead skylights, and on sunny days, they can be used to waft the glorious Dorset air through the home. The modest kitchen is stylish and boasts all the equipment needed to rustle up some tasty dishes throughout your stay. Post-dinner, spend hours sipping glasses of wine and stargazing in the charming courtyard garden, where you can take full advantage of the dark night skies. Freshen up with a steamy shower in the en-suite before slipping into a slumber in the king-size bedroom. This sociable property is located on one floor and provides a wonderful stay for those looking to spend quality time together. Wildlife spotters will be well-served with easy access to Stoborough Heath, Arne, Hartland Moor, and Studland, which boast species of owls, birds, and deer, all within 6 miles of the property. Treat yourselves to a hearty ploughmans at one of the independent cafes or pubs in Wareham (1 mile). This pretty riverside town also has a number of boutiques where you can pick up a unique souvenir or two. Other local attractions include Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door (9 miles), with some of the UKs most breathtaking scenery, and Dorset Golf and Country Club (7.5 miles), where you can shoot your best 18 holes among rolling heathland and a carved rhododendron forest.
Weekly prices from £736.00
1 Bedroom Bed in Sherborne (87292)
Sherborne, Dorset and Somerset
2 1 1 Yes
Gaze out across the rolling Dorset countryside from this bijou hideaway at Lillington, 4.5 miles from Sherborne. Sleeping two guests, and offering dog-friendly accommodation, the one-bedroom retreat is perfect for a romantic getaway for anyone seeking seclusion, tranquillity and natural beauty. Return here from exploring your surroundings to soak up the sunshine and lose yourselves in the glorious scenery. Enter the property to find bright, airy accommodation designed with your comfort in mind. Unpack the fresh Dorset produce you have bought on your latest excursion in the kitchen area, which is well equipped and features a breakfast bar for dining at. Sit back on the sofa to enjoy a film on the Smart TV, opening the doors on to the patio to bring in a summer breeze on hot days. Wake up to gorgeous views in the king-size bedroom, where there is another Smart TV and an en-suite bathroom, on every morning of your Dorset break. Have coffee out on the patio and fire up the BBQ to sizzle supper out here in the fresh air when the weather is warm. Take your canine companion round to the garden’s grassy area to stretch his legs before you turn in for the night. There is parking for one car at the cottage. Wander round the magnificent market town of Sherborne, with its museums and famous abbey. Explore the landscaped gardens at Sherborne Castle that were designed by Lancelet Capability Brown and peruse the galleries, boutiques and independent shops of the town. Venture 11.5 miles to Cerne Abbas, where the famous Cerne Giant, an ancient figure is sculpted into the chalk hillside on National Trust land. Plan a day trip down to West Bay, 22 miles away on the Jurassic Coast, where you can swim, enjoy water sports and hunt for fossils.
Weekly prices from £470.00
1 Bedroom Bed in Minterne Magna (87379)
Dorchester, Dorset and Somerset
2 1 1 Yes
Immerse yourself in glorious manor house grounds and the picturesque Dorset countryside when you stay at this romantic retreat at Minterne Magna. Sleeping just two guests, the one-bedroom cottage is set within a country house estate, 11.5 miles from Dorchester and 20 miles from the coast at Abbotsbury and Osmington Mills. Also welcoming four-legged guests, the exquisite, period hideaway could be idyllic for a dog-loving couple. Let yourselves into the delightful holiday home, set within a walled garden that now encompasses an outdoor swimming pool, to find yourselves in an inviting, open-plan lounge/kitchen/diner. Light the wood burner in here on crisp autumn and winter days and keep the French windows open on to the patio during fine weather. Find a film to enjoy on the Smart TV or DVD player or listen to music as you relax. The kitchen has everything you need to help you whip up tasty meals for two and there is a wet room at ground-floor level where you can enjoy a hot shower after long walks. Follow the winding, cottage-style stairs up to the first floor, where there is a super-king-size, mezzanine bedroom, with scenic views. Bask in the sunshine out on the terrace, where you can fire up the BBQ on summer evenings, or wander through the shared garden, with its lawn tennis court and heated swimming pool, for use between April and October, with private slots for guests at this cottage. There is ample parking. Enjoy your proximity to beautiful Minterne Gardens, just 20 metres from the bolthole and with an abundance of colour to enjoy. Travel 4.5 miles to see the National Trust’s famous Cerne Giant, an ancient figure sculpted into the chalk hillside above Cerne Abbas. While away afternoons pottering in colourful, independent shops in Dorchester and pausing for cream teas.
Weekly prices from £696.00
1 Bedroom Bed in Charmouth (87528)
Bridport, Dorset and Somerset
2 1 1 Yes
Treat yourselves to a romantic stay at this gorgeous cottage in Charmouth. Sleeping two guests, but also offering dog-friendly accommodation, the stylish, one-bedroom Dorset retreat is one of three delightful holiday homes at the heart of the seaside village. From here head out to explore the dramatic Jurassic Coast on foot, bask in the sunshine on the beach, 0.5 miles away, and visit Lyme Regis, 3 miles away. Let yourselves into your enticing retreat to find its tasteful decor creates a welcoming ambience. Make fresh coffee in the machine then settle in the open-plan lounge/kitchen/diner to watch the Smart TV, read your books or chat about your day. Prepare delicious dinners for two in the stylish kitchen then dine together at the table before climbing the oak stairs up to your beautiful king-size bedroom, with its vaulted ceiling. Up on the mezzanine level, this comes complete with a small, free-standing bath and a shower, plus an en-suite WC. There is no outside space here, but guests will enjoy being able to stroll down to the beach. There is space for one car to park. Potter on the village beach, which is said to be one of the best places in the country for finding fossils. Keen walkers might like to pick up the South West Coast Path from Charmouth and attempt the 7-mile stretch to West Bay, taking them up to the summit of the spectacular Golden Cap, the highest point on the south coast, along the way. Make trips into Lyme Regis to potter in its colourful shops and dine out in its cafes and pubs. The beach here is popular and there are opportunities for water sports and fishing. Book a boat trip out on the open sea, visit the museum and take part in a fossil-hunting tour.
Weekly prices from £454.00
1 Bedroom Bed in Charmouth (87529)
Bridport, Dorset and Somerset
2 1 1 Yes
Escape to this bright, ground-floor apartment in the Dorset village of Charmouth and have a romantic weekend on the Jurassic Coast with your significant other. Sleeping two guests, the one-bedroom bolthole is ideally placed for the shops and eateries of the village, as well as for reaching the beach, 1.5 miles away. It is just 3 miles from Lyme Regis, with its broad array of shops, cafes and pubs. Step inside and make yourselves at home. Discover the heart of the property is its open-plan lounge/kitchen/diner, where you can sit back and relax. Head over to the stylish kitchen area to unpack any fresh produce you have bought and prepare homecooked meals. Find a film to watch together in the evening on the Smart TV or choose one of the games that have been left out for you. As night falls, climb one step up to your king-size bedroom, which has an en-suite bathroom, with a free-standing bath. This apartment does not have a garden, but guests will appreciate being able to stroll down to the beach. There is one parking space. Pack a picnic and your beach gear and amble down to the beach to swim, soak up the sunshine and search for fossils. Charmouth Beach is said to be one of the best places in the UK for finding fossils; indeed, some of those found here can be seen in the Charmouth Heritage Coast Centre. Visit Lyme Regis to join a fossil-hunting tour there or to take a boat trip out along the Jurassic coastline. Afterwards, wander the charming streets, browsing in shops and choosing a cafe to pause in for afternoon tea. Follow the South West Coast Path from Charmouth to West Bay for 7 miles, which includes going up to the National Trust’s Golden Cap cliff.
Weekly prices from £454.00
1 Bedroom Bed in Taunton (87929)
Taunton, Dorset and Somerset
2 1 1 Yes
Nearby Taunton, the County Town of Somerset, is 3 miles from this retreat and has extensive shopping, restaurants, leisure facilities and the County Cricket ground. Tauntons racecourse is half a mile away. There are wonderful walks to be enjoyed directly from the property which meander through a rural landscape with country pubs to be found en route. The central location makes it perfect for visiting both coastlines including Watchet (21 miles) and Blue Anchor (24 miles) to the north and the popular seaside towns of Lyme Regis (25 miles) and Sidmouth (26.5 miles) to the south. Head to Bishops Lydeard (9 miles) and jump on the West Somerset Railway, which chugs merrily through the countryside ending at Minehead Beach – it’s a real step back in time. Set in the grounds of the owners’ small farm, this beautiful reverse-level cottage is accessed via the enclosed courtyard garden. Step inside and enter straight into the light and airy king-size bedroom with an en-suite bathroom with a bath, separate shower and WC. Head up the stairs from the bedroom to the open-plan lounge/kitchen/diner with an enchanting Juliet balcony that takes in sweeping views over fields. Settle in for a snug evening with a feast, a bottle of wine and a film on the Smart TV. The perfectly equipped kitchen has an electric oven and two-ring hob, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, microwave and breakfast bar seating two – it is a great space for cooking lazy breakfasts or trying out new recipes. Outside there is an enclosed, walled courtyard garden, great for both you and your four-legged friend to relax in. Guests will find a table and chairs, a charcoal BBQ as well a hot tub, which is particularly inviting at night, when guests can enjoy the warm bubbling water under the star-filled skies. Just 100 metres away in the owners grounds there is an unenclosed pond, please take care here. There is off-road parking available for one car.
Weekly prices from £572.00
1 Bedroom Bed in Wool (88099)
Wareham, Dorset and Somerset
2 1 1 Yes
Soak up the serenity at this beautiful waterside cottage at East Burton on the fringes of the Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Sleeping just two guests, the romantic retreat nestles beside a tributary of the River Frome, home to an array of wildlife. From here explore the Isle of Purbeck and make trips down to the dramatic Jurassic Coast, with its stunning beaches and coves. Arrive at this exquisite abode, which is next to the owner’s home but enjoys its privacy and enter via the hall to find yourselves in an open-plan lounge/kitchen/diner. Make a cup of tea in the kitchen to enjoy with the tasty Dorset lardy cake you have bought on a recent excursion and find you have all the equipment you need to prepare delicious dinners for two. Have a candle-lit meal together before wandering over to the sofa to relax and perhaps watch a film on the Smart TV. As night falls, climb the staircase up to the king-size bedroom, with its gallery-style entrance and en-suite shower room. Spend as much time as possible out in the delightful, riverside garden. Sit out on the deck, light the BBQ and keep an eye out for kingfishers as you open a bottle of fizz. There is parking for one car at the cottage. Pack a picnic and head 5.5 miles down to picturesque Lulworth Cove on the coast. This renowned Dorset beauty spot is a superb place to swim, snorkel and bask in the sunshine. The natural limestone arch of Durdle Door, 6 miles away, is another magnificent place to spend time on the Jurassic Coast. Have a day out in Weymouth, 14 miles away, to amble round the independent shops, choose between a variety of eateries and while away a few hours on the sandy beach.
Weekly prices from £695.00
1 Bedroom Bed in Gillingham (88120)
Gillingham, Dorset and Somerset
2 1 1 Yes
For those in search of adventure, this lovely romantic retreat is the perfect base from which to stroll through Sherbournes honey-coloured streets, climb Gold Hill for the majestic views from the summit and dine to your hearts content at the local cafes, pubs and restaurants. At the end of the day, return home to this cosy single-level property, kick back and relax with your loved one by your side under the pergola-covered terrace. Set out in a studio–style, this quirky living space has a small sofa for two where you can sit and watch a film on the Smart TV, a modern kitchen with all you could need to whip up a feast and a table for two for sharing stories and memories over breakfast, lunch or dinner. Thoughtful touches, such as the dividing wall which offers a clever storage solution, make the property feel like home, with pastel tones and natural wood throughout. Behind the dividing wall is the double bed, enjoying pretty views out to the countryside beyond; a perfect view to wake up to each morning. To refresh before or after a day out, the shower room has a spacious double shower with a rainfall shower head for added relaxation. Outside, there is a beautiful terrace with bistro-style seating where you can soak up the sunshine with your morning coffee in hand. Whilst around the corner, an additional seating area and charcoal BBQ are best suited to evenings of al fresco dining. From Blackmore Vale, there are plenty of picturesque walking trails right on your doorstep allowing you to spend the day car-free if you wish. On-site at Coking Farm, fishing activities can be booked at an extra cost with more than 33 acres to explore and a tackle shop offering supplies and snacks. Further afield, Sherbourne (9 miles away) has two grand castles and an imposing abbey, whilst the market town of Shaftesbury (7.5 miles) offers a look back at the past and is a charming place for a leisurely stroll surrounded by cobbled streets and awe-inspiring landscapes.
Weekly prices from £378.00
1 Bedroom Bed in Litton Cheney (88611)
Dorchester, Dorset and Somerset
2 1 1 Yes
Find peace and quiet in the Bride Valley in this apartment for two set on the first floor. Discover the history of the Jurassic Coast, scouring the beaches in search of fossils or head to Dorchester for a day of eating out, catching a film at the cinema and enjoying a slower pace of life. Upon your return, dine alfresco in the beautiful lawned garden. Upon entering the property, you’re welcomed by the open-plan living space encompassing the kitchen, living room and dining area. Here, you’ll find a leather sofa, a Smart TV and a flame effect electric fire, great for lazy evenings, as well as a dining table seating up to four. The kitchen is compact but well equipped with everything you’ll need to make breakfasts, lunches and dinners during a stay. From the living space, a door leads through to the twin bedroom which has a lovely skylight window, perfect for watching the stars on a clear night, and an en-suite shower room. Down a set of stairs outside the property is an enclosed garden which has a selection of pretty plants and a table and chairs where you can make the most of sunny evenings and watch the sunset. Located in the village of Litton Cheney, this apartment is a great base from which to explore the walking trails and historic past of Dorset. Just 0.5 miles away is the Bride Valley Vineyard which produces award-winning English wines and offers tours and tastings for visitors. Dorchester (9 miles) has an array of eateries and shops to peruse, plus five fascinating museums including the Dinosaur Museum and the Teddy Bear Museum. Alternatively, head out fossil hunting on a day trip to Lyme Regis (17 miles) where you can learn all about the interesting artefacts hidden across the beaches.
Weekly prices from £461.00