Luxury Holidays, Weekend Breaks and Short Breaks in Dorset
Planning a luxury holiday, short or weekend breaks in Dorset? Listed below are Britain's Finest places to stay, visit and eat in Dorset to help you plan luxury holidays, weekend breaks and short breaks.
Abbotsbury Sub-Tropical Gardens (Garden)
Bullers Way, Abbotsbury, Dorset
World famous for its camellia groves and magnolias, noted for its rhododendrons and hydrangea collections. With winding paths and streams, dozens of fan-palms, tender architectural perennials... more
Abbotsbury Swannery (Attraction)
Nature Park, Abbotsbury Tourism Ltd, Abbotsbury, Dorset
At 12:00 & 16:00 each day there are mass feeding sessions of over 600 swans. Walk through Willow Maze, Children's swinging nest play area, Café and... more
The Alders (Bed & Breakfast)
Sandford Orcas, Sherborne, Dorset
The house is tastefully furnished. The bedrooms are well equipped and inviting, all have ensuite facilities... more
Alexandra Hotel & Restaurant (Hotel)
Pound Street, Lyme Regis, Dorset
Each of the bedrooms are individually decorated most with stunning coastal and sea views. With both an award winning wine cellar and rosette awarded restaurant, the... more
Alford House (Bed & Breakfast)
120/122 East Street, Corfe Castle, Wareham, Dorset
The house has been refurbished and now offers B&B with its own sitting room/dining room and separate entrance - there is private parking outside. Bedrooms are... more
Applehay Studio (Self Catering)
Applehay, Church Green, Semley, Shaftesbury, Dorset
The studio itself is tastefully furnished and ideal for a relaxing getaway, with one bedroom and a double sofa bed to choose from, Broadband connection, a... more
Ashmore Barn Farm (Bed & Breakfast)
Stubhampton, Blandford Forum, Dorset
The Jurassic Coast and the ancient towns of Shaftesbury and Sherborne are all close by. This beautiful part of Dorset also hosts an abundance of historic... more
Athelhampton House & Gardens (Historic House)
Athelhampton, Dorchester, Dorset
The fine collection of English furniture dates from the Jacobean period to late Victorian. Grade 1 listed gardens with world famous topiary pyramids, fountains and the... more
Athelhampton House & Gardens (Garden)
Athelhampton, Dorchester, Dorset
A dovecote dating from the 15th century still houses doves today... more
Bay Tree House (Bed & Breakfast)
Duck Street, Chideock, Bridport, Dorset
Ample off-road parking. Delicious breakfasts cooked to order using quality local produce are served in the stunning new conservatory or on the terrace... more
Beech Grove House (Bed & Breakfast)
Rhode Lane, Uplyme, Lyme Regis, Dorset
5 acres of gardens, the house has an open aspect across fields to the sea at Lyme Regis, less than a mile away. The bedrooms are... more
Bookham Court (Self Catering)
Alton Pancras, Dorchester, Dorset
Wildlife regularly visit the grounds and nearby meadows, including sometimes badgers, deer and rare birds of prey. Inside the cottages guests will find such features as... more
Bradle Farmhouse (Bed & Breakfast)
Bradle Farm, Church Knowle, Wareham, Dorset
Our accommodation is very spacious with stunning views down the valley to Corfe Castle. Enjoy a hearty farmhouse breakfast using some of our own produce in... more
Brambles (Bed & Breakfast)
Woolcombe, Melbury Bubb, Dorchester, Dorset
The pretty bedrooms always have fresh flowers, also colour television and tea/coffee making facilities. There is a wide choice of breakfast, including traditional, continental, vegetarian or... more
BridgeHouse Beaminster (Hotel)
3 Prout Bridge, Beaminster, Dorset
but with a sense of style and modern chic. At the heart of the hotel is its acclaimed Rosette rated restaurant, with a choice of dining... more
Britmead House (Bed & Breakfast)
154 West Bay Road, Bridport, Dorset
We have a lovely south facing patio and garden and there is private parking. West Dorset is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Britmead House... more
Broadstone (Dorset) Golf Club (Golf Course)
Wentworth Drive, Broadstone, Dorset
Measuring 6, 370 yards from the back tees, with some slopes and climbs amid a profusion of heather, gorse, birch and pines, in many ways, Broadstone... more
The Bull Hotel (Small Hotel / Inn)
34 East Street, Bridport, Dorset
The relaxed, informal gastro-pub restaurant and bar offers a simple daily menu of seasonal dishes using fresh, locally-sourced, organic ingredients. A restored Victorian courtyard, the original... more
Candida House (Bed & Breakfast)
Whitchurch Canonicorum, Bridport, Dorset
Our guests are offered warm, comfortably furnished double or twin bedded rooms with en-suite bathrooms, televisions and tea/coffee facilities. The peaceful ambience and warmth of hospitality... more
Captains Club Hotel, Apartments & Spa (Hotel)
Wick Ferry, Wick Lane, Christchurch, Dorset
Accommodation comprises seventeen stunning bedrooms and twelve two & three bedroom suites all with panoramic river views. Dining is truly exceptional with menus embracing a wide... more
Chaffeymoor Grange (Self Catering)
Chaffeymoor, Bourton, Dorset
Chaffeymoor Grange is located a short drive from a number of conservation areas and tourist attractions that are unique to Devon... more
Chapel House (Bed & Breakfast)
Ford Down Lane, Henley, Buckland Newton, Dorchester, Dorset
Bedrooms have their own superior en-suite. Breakfast is served in the large Aga kitchen... more
Chesil View House (Self Catering)
19 St Martins Road, Portland, Dorset
The area is ideal for those who enjoy watersports, such as windsurfing and sailing, as well as having many scenic walks and picturesque views to experience... more
Coastal Views (Self Catering)
5 Coram Tower, Pound Street, Lyme Regis, Dorset
The seaside town of Lyme Regis has many modern restaurants and cafes to enjoy and is ideal for those interested in the sights of the Jurassic... more
Colmer's View (Self Catering)
Broadoak, Bridport, Dorset
Colmer's View has its own one-acre garden and is situated four miles from the Dorset coastline, with good cycling and walking routes and pleasant market towns... more
Corfe Castle (Attraction)
The Square, Corfe, Wareham, Dorset
Colmer's View has its own one-acre garden and is situated four miles from the Dorset coastline, with good cycling and walking routes and pleasant market towns... more
Crosskeys House (Bed & Breakfast)
High Street, Broadwindsor, Beaminster, Dorset
Both have Freeview TV, clock/radios, hairdryers, fans and a selection of books and magazines. Delicious breakfasts, chosen from an extensive menu, are served in the family... more
Culeaze House (Bed & Breakfast)
Wareham, Dorset
Large en-suite rooms overlooking the estate. 7 miles from the stunning Jurassic Coastline and 10 miles from sandy beaches at Studland... more
Dingle Dell (Bed & Breakfast)
Church Lane, Osmington, Weymouth, Dorset
Large, attractive rooms overlook gardens and countryside, providing comfort, colour television and tea/coffee facilities. Generous English breakfasts, or special diets by request... more
Dinosaur Museum (Attraction)
Icen Way, Dorchester, Dorset
Multimedia displays tell the story of the giant prehistoric animals and their enthralling world millions of years ago. Life-size dinosaur reconstructions - including Tyrannosaurus rex, Stegosaurus... more
The Dorset Golf & Country Club (Golf Course)
Bere Regis, Poole, Dorset
Tucked deep into the Dorset countryside, four miles from Wareham, the complex includes Scandinavian lodges and a 20-room hotel making it ideal for stay-and-play packages. The... more
Dorset Teddy Bear Museum (Museum / Art Gallery)
Antelope Walk, Dorchester, Dorset
Also on display are world famous bears such as Paddington, Winnie the Pooh and Rupert, and bears from throughout the last century displayed in atmospheric settings... more
The Dower House Hotel (Small Hotel / Inn)
Rousdon, Lyme Regis, Dorset
The restaurant is noted for excellent food. The table d'hote menu and a la carte dishes are varied and interesting using local produce and are ideal... more
The Eastbury Hotel (Small Hotel / Inn)
Long Street, Sherborne, Dorset
Located in the heart of historic Sherborne, you can relax in the walled garden while only being a short walk from all the town's shops. The... more
Ferndown Golf Club (Golf Course)
119 Golf Links Road, Ferndown, Dorset
Peter Alliss learned to play from his father, Percy, the club professional for 25 years. The old course, now supplemented by the nine-hole President’s course, measures... more
Field Farm Cottages (Self Catering)
Godmanstone, Dorchester, Dorset
Children of all ages should find much to occupy their minds with, while all guests enjoy views over an attractive country gardens and the nearby hills,... more
Field Farmhouse (Bed & Breakfast)
Godmanstone, Dorchester, Dorset
The village of Godmanstone is at the head of the valley and is only ten minutes from the county town of Dorchester, renowned for its museums,... more
Forde Abbey (Garden)
Chard, Dorset
Not to be missed are the spring bulbs, a vast border of late summer perennials, bog garden, large rockery, arboretum, herbaceous borders, kitchen garden, and the... more
Forde Abbey & Gardens (Historic House)
Chard, Dorset
The interior was substantially remodelled in 1649-58 by Edmund Prideaux, Cromwell´s Attorney-General. The Grand Saloon displays a complete set of Mortlake tapestries and there are collections... more
Fourwinds Bed & Breakfast (Bed & Breakfast)
Chetnole, Sherborne, Dorset
We offer comfortable en-suite rooms with flat screen television and tea/coffee making facilities. There are panoramic views from each room... more
Frampton House (Bed & Breakfast)
Frampton, Dorchester, Dorset
Elegant rooms are decorated with a mix or antique and modern furniture. All rooms have flat screen TV, Broadband connection, hairdryer, tea and coffee making facilities,... more
Fullers Earth (Bed & Breakfast)
Cattistock, Dorchester, Dorset
The bathrooms are charming and spacious. A lovely sitting room is available for guests... more
Gold Court House (Bed & Breakfast)
St John´s Hill, Wareham, Dorset
Ideal for exploring beautiful Dorset, the area has many famous sights, lovely hills and valleys affording wonderful walking in all directions. Within a short distance there... more
Gorse Farm House B&B (Bed & Breakfast)
Fifehead St Quintin, Sturminster Newton, Dorset
The bright first floor bedroom has a king sized double (or two twins), Freeview TV, hospitality tray and private use of a large bathroom. Guests also... more
The Grange at Oborne (Small Hotel / Inn)
Oborne, Sherborne, Dorset
You'll find a warm and welcoming atmosphere on arrival (whether you are on holiday or a business trip) and the eighteen individually furnished bedrooms are lovely... more
Hallmark Hotel Bournemouth (Spa)
Durley Chine Road, Bournemouth, Dorset
The Beauty Salon section comprises a hydrotherapy bath, and treatment rooms for beauty, aromatherapy and massage, operated by fully trained and qualified beauty technicians... more
The Haven (Spa)
Banks Road, Sandbanks, Poole, Dorset
Other joys include taking a soak in the hot tub or trying the sauna or steam rooms with their fantastic views over Poole Harbour... more
Higher Came Farm House (Bed & Breakfast)
Higher Came, Dorchester, Dorset
The walking here is superb, as is fishing, sailing and sight seeing. This traditional farmhouse has spacious attractively furnished bedrooms, an en-suite family room, and two... more
Higher Holway Farm (Bed & Breakfast)
Cattistock, Dorchester, Dorset
Whilst the interior was meticulously restored with help from interior designer Bimbi Bellhouse, lawns, orchards, rosebeds and herbaceous borders were created out of farmland by Veronica... more
Hilltop Barn B & B (Bed & Breakfast)
Hilltop Barn, Winterbourne Zelston, Blandford Forum, Dorset
An ideal location for exploring “Hardy Country”, Rural Dorset and the World Heritage Jurassic Coast. Hilltop Barn offers luxury en-suite accommodation in an imaginatively conceived barn... more