Family-friendly vacation rentals in Dorset

Old Red Lion House in Market Town

A beautiful listed building located on a quiet lane in the centre of the pretty market town of Blandford Forum, offering the perfect place to explore Dorset or simply relax in one of the cosy sitting rooms and indulge in one of the house's many books. Plenty of board games and DVDs will keep the younger ones entertained or get outside to the nearby River Stour to spot otters and kingfishers (just a 5 minute walk from the house) or head in any direction to Dorset's spectacular countryside.

The Estate Office, Luxury Barn

We welcome you to come and be part of the restoration of this unique and ancient Monastic Estate, nestled under St Michael’s Hill in Montacute. Discover peace and tranquility in this 5* property in a simply stunning location. Treat yourselves to the delights of the local restaurants. Osip in Bruton, Holm, South Petherton The Barrington Boar, The Lord Poulett in Hinton St George and The Three Horseshoes, Batcombe. Fancy a bracing swim and a sauna book into the Shorline Sauna, Lyme Regis.

Stylish self-contained annexe in rural mid Dorset

A thoughtfully designed space for two in glorious, peaceful Dorset countryside. Located on the edge of the lovely village of Hilton, this is a perfect place to hunker down for a few days or to use as a base for exploring all the amazing places that Dorset has to offer, all within easy reach. We are a gentle half hour stroll from Milton Abbey which is set in a magnificent Capability Brown landscape. We are also an easy trip (approximately 20 miles) from the spectacular Jurassic coast.

Peaceful and private with breathtaking views.

Wonderfully spacious, private and very comfortable for a lovely relaxing and peaceful weekend. 2 hours from London and a short walk to the award winning Horseshoe pub. Surrounded by peace and tranquility with stunning views. The perfect place for some time away from it all, a romantic getaway, walking in glorious countryside, or just to relax and unwind. Stonehenge, Salisbury Cathedral, Bath, Longleat, the New Forest, Studland Bay, Sandbanks and the Jurassic Coast an easy drive.

Milking Parlour Studio room , nr Sherborne&Yeovil

Escape to the countryside in this beautifully converted barn, just 3 miles from Sherborne and Yeovil. The Milking Parlour at 5★ Adber Barns offers a peaceful retreat with stunning, uninterrupted views over the Somerset and Dorset landscape. Perfect for couples, walkers, business travellers or a quiet getaway. Set in a quiet rural location, but close to great pubs, walking routes and local attractions. If you’re looking for calm, comfort and countryside charm – this is it.

The Garden House Okeford Fitzpaine Dorset

The Garden House is a restored spacious 2 bedroom former 19th century Coach house, situated in the centre of an attractive rural village in the heart of the rolling North Dorset countryside. Okeford Fitzpaine, near Sturminster Newton is a picturesque, quiet and peaceful Dorset village with a shop /post office and a good local pub. A perfect destination for families, nature lovers, walkers, cyclists and anyone else wishing to escape to beautiful rural Dorset.

Hanford Minima

Immaculate newly renovated three-bedroom cottage, (2 x double, 1 x twin) dating from the 1840s in typical Dorset brick and flint. Nestled at the foot of Hambledon Hill – between Shaftesbury and Blandford – it's only a mile to the village shop and an easy walk over the hill to The Cricketer's pub for lunch or a pint. Drive to the Jurassic coast (40 mins) to explore Lulworth Cove or visit the gorgeous beach at Studland.

Willow Annexe

We welcome you to stay at our home and in the beautiful surroundings of West Dorset. We offer a lovely one bedroom (double bed) self catering annexe which has all the comforts that you'll need! It is well equipped and has fresh towels, bed linen, tea towels and everyday essentials. Relax and enjoy beautiful Cattistock. We have a beautiful village with a historic pub the Fox and Hounds and a village shop.

Dorset Farmhouse apartment with pet farm animals

The Granary is part of our Georgian family farmhouse home which is nestled in a valley beside a gentle chalk stream. We have a host of friendly pet farm animals; pigs, a pony, hand reared sheep, hens and mini goats. You are welcome get acquainted with them to join in with their feeding. We are off the road and down a short track. You can walk directly from the door into the Dorset Countryside.