Dorset Escape

Set in a fantastic location for exploring the wonderful Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site, escape with family, friends and dogs for a fun-filled holiday. Sleeping eight guests across four bedrooms, one of which is housed in a separate lodge, enjoy spending sociable times together after beach days at nearby Eype (3 miles). On arrival, tuck into goodies from the thoughtful welcome pack before jumping into the hot tub for a relaxing night filled with bubbles. Make yourselves at home at the end of the private lane and head straight for the lounge for a sumptuous unwind. Decorated in delightfully fresh tones, with floods of natural light, this space is perfect for relaxing in. Fire up the wood burner and sink into the large corner sofa to admire the views through the bay window. When it’s time to rustle up treats, the light, stylish kitchen has all you need to cook up a storm or head outside and get the BBQ sizzling for an al fresco night of sundowners. Call young guests out of the snug/games room and head outside for a feast and a soak in the hot tub, whilst they descend from the decking to the garden to bounce the night away on the trampoline under the stars. If you’re calling the lodge home, enjoy one last tipple on your raised decking before settling down for the night, or head back to the house and upstairs to one of three charming bedrooms for a peaceful sleep. There is ample off-road parking. Give the dog a bone, pack up a picnic and travel 3 miles south to the beach at Eype. Sitting beneath the National Trust’s Golden Cap, this beach welcomes dogs all year round so you can have a ball and frolic in the sand together. Treat yourselves to a night off from the kitchen or pick up some delicious produce from the twice-weekly markets at Bridport (3 miles). Its eclectic arts scene, variety of shops and a handful of delicious eateries make this bustling town worth a trip. Just 4 miles from your door, visit Seatown for a day of fossil hunting.

With views across undulating hills and just 4 miles from the dog-friendly beach at Eype, this home from home is a spectacular holiday destination. Sleeping nine guests across four bedrooms, bring three dogs along too and enjoy having a ball with family and friends. Spend rainy days in the hot tub and getting competitive in the games room or return home from adventures and snuggle up by the wood burner. Wander through the picket gate and make your way inside to settle in. Find yourselves in the heart of the home, the open-plan kitchen/dining room, and put the kettle on for a welcoming brew. Light, bright and full of country-style charm, your designated chef will enjoy spending time cooking up a storm here and you can all tuck in and raise a toast at the dining table which comfortably seats all guests. Summer feasts call for sizzling BBQs savoured alfresco, step down and spend time together outside on the terrace where you’re treated to brilliant views and can hop in the hot tub afterwards. Finish your night with a game of table tennis in the games room, or head into the cosy lounge and warm up in front of the wood burner. The sofas perfectly sit around the coffee table so you can pile it high with treats and switch on the TV/DVD for a family film night. Make your way upstairs to rest your head in one of four spacious, sumptuous bedrooms. There is ample off-road parking. After a gentle start to the day wandering the walks from the doorstep, head into bustling Bridport (1.5 miles) to pick up some picnic goodies or to suss out the local eateries. For a family-friendly beach day, Eype (4 miles) welcomes dogs all year round or travel 3.5 miles to the sands at West Bay, where canines are allowed at East Cliff all year round. Tuck into a tasty portion of fish and chips whilst watching the boats bobbing in the harbour, before spending your afternoon fossil hunting.

With a reputation for food, arts, events and culture, the bustling hub of Bridport is less than 1.5 miles from your door. Visit the market town to pick up produce, enjoy a night off from the kitchen, or for a family day out, whilst making the most of your secluded, peaceful location back at home. Sleeping seven guests over four bedrooms, this pretty abode welcomes two of your dogs too so you can enjoy beach days together and games of fetch in the large garden Follow the sloping path across the lawn before making your way inside. After days in the great outdoors, you’re bound to return from a sandy or muddy adventure at least once. The handy utility room is perfectly positioned for leaving coats, boots and leads so you can get cosy quickly, and pick up where you left off tomorrow. Warm up by the roaring wood burner which is housed by a charming inglenook fireplace and sits grandly in the welcoming lounge. Great for games tournaments, film nights and unwinding with a book, this comfortable, sociable space invites you to spend quality time together. When it’s time to prepare feasts, find all you need in the open-plan kitchen/diner. Cook up a storm and plate up either inside or out, before dipping in the hot tub with a tipple, or bouncing off some late-night energy on the trampoline. Climb the winding stairs to rest your head in one of four first-floor bedrooms before rising and shining, freshening up in the bathroom and taking a mug of coffee outside to the garden (staged over different levels). There is off-road parking for four cars. Pack up a picnic and travel 3.5 miles south to the vibrant seaside resort of West Bay, where a pair of beaches make for the perfect family day (dogs are welcomed year-round by the port). If you don’t fancy a picnic, enjoy a sit-down meal or order a portion of tasty fish and chips to whet your appetite. A 19-mile journey will take you to the iconic Cerne Abbas Giant, a 55m chalk figure well worth the trip.

Surrounded by Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty, and less than 5 miles from the spectacular Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site, this charming thatched cottage is perfect for adventurers. Sleeping six across three bedrooms, this bolthole is 3 miles from the heart of Bridport, so you can enjoy your peaceful location whilst knowing you are close to local amenities. Welcoming two of your dogs, the outside space is great for games of fetch and a bubble in the hot tub. Walk the gravel path which leads you through the large garden and make your way inside. Perfect for when you get caught in the rain, leave outer layers and leads in the utility room which is handily located off the entrance hall. Post-explore, head into the open-plan kitchen/diner to pop the kettle on. Brimming with country style and charm, enjoy warming up with a brew and cooking up a storm in this space, where you can also dine together with friends and family and raise a toast to time spent together. For a film night or to warm up by the wood burner, head into the sitting room which welcomes you to relax in front of the TV, or make your way to the games barn for a competitive night of table tennis. Emerge victoriously and celebrate with a soak and a drink in the hot tub, the perfect al fresco end to your day. After a good night’s sleep in one of three lovely bedrooms, two of which boast en-suites, wander the garden and its blossoming flowerbeds with a coffee. There is off-road parking for four cars. Pack your bags, grab the dog a bone, and head out to explore. The iconic beaches at West Bay are a fantastic place to set up camp for the day, amongst the sand and sea, and you can tuck into a tasty portion of fish and chips for lunch. Dogs must be kept on the leads in the port area when visiting throughout summer months. For an inland adventure, the National Trust’s Pilsdon Pen is 4.5 miles from your door and is steeped in history with panoramic views.

This superbly spacious dwelling rests on the outskirts of Bridport in Dorset. Ideal for large family gatherings. Pet-friendly. Hot tub. Quirky layout. WiFi. Bridport centre 0.8 miles; Weymouth 18.4 miles.

Jurassic View House in Bridport, Dorset, is a luxurious retreat that sleeps ten guests across four en-suite bedrooms. Ideal for multi-generational breaks, it features an open-plan kitchen/diner, a games room, and a hot tub. Located near Bridport's shops and eateries, it's also close to West Bay harbour and beach, just 1.5 miles away.

This traditional stone cottage forms the perfect base for large families or groups of friends seeking to explore Dorset. Situated in the small village of Uploders, approximately 100 metres from a traditional country pub, the location of this property is idyllic for those looking for a quiet rural retreat. Sleeping eight guests across four bedrooms, the house boasts plenty of space for everyone to gather together as well as a garden with a private hot tub for indulgent evenings spent stargazing. Make yourself at home in this wonderful cosy cottage which boasts a homely atmosphere with soft, comfortable furniture and spacious rooms. The open-plan lounge/kitchen/dining area has plenty of space for the entire family and combines contemporary and traditional features, creating a relaxed and welcome feel. When the temperature drops you can fire up the wood burner and curl up on the sofa to watch a movie on the Smart TV. The lounge area is split into two, providing a separate space for family members to relax. The modest kitchen has everything you need to rustle up a special meal, with a large dining table and chairs providing space for everyone to dine together. The four bedrooms are spacious and have views across the garden or village. French doors from the lounge area lead out onto a patio and tiered garden. Open a bottle of bubbly and celebrate your time together in style in the private hot tub or dine alfresco at the top of the garden which features stunning views across the local countryside. Please note, the different levels of the garden are accessed by flights of steps which may not be suitable for young children.

A pleasantly converted farmhouse situated 3 miles from Charmouth in Dorset. Countryside views. Hot tub. En-suite. Near Jurassic Coast. Games barn.

Pomme Blushe House, a stunningly-presented stone cottage located outside of the charming town of Bridport, Dorset. Pet-friendly. Garden with hot tub. Lyme Regis 13 miles; West Bay 3.8 miles.

With wonderful views over the West Dorset countryside, this spacious rural retreat is ideal for families of keen walkers or cyclists. Sleeping four, this period property is a home from home with its generous rooms, cosy soft furnishings, sunny conservatory and large family kitchen. Spend your days exploring the surrounding countryside, historic towns and villages or stunning Jurassic Coast before returning to this picturesque property for a BBQ in the enclosed garden or a relaxing soak in the Lay-Z-Spa hot tub. Attached to the owner’s property yet with its own private entrance, this is a homely and welcoming retreat. Cook and dine in the good-sized traditional kitchen, before retiring to the spacious lounge for the evening. With inviting sofas, tasteful artwork and a warming wood burner-effect electric fire, this is a pleasant space in which to relax and unwind after a busy day on foot. Meanwhile, a sunny conservatory is a wonderfully peaceful room for reading or enjoying a cup of coffee in the mornings. Upstairs, the two bedrooms have been tastefully finished in calming pastels with spectacular elevated rural views. Step outside from the conservatory into the lovely, enclosed garden with its patio area, garden furniture and hot tub. Sitting in the rural hamlet of West Compton, this property is surrounded by unspoilt countryside - perfect for walkers, cyclists and nature lovers alike. Visit the historic town of Dorchester to stock up on supplies or enjoy a delicious meal out, or pop into the county museum to gen up on local history. Meanwhile, the Jurassic Coast is just 6 miles away, with a 95-mile stretch of vast beaches, fascinating rock structures, fossil-rich bays and pretty towns and villages just waiting to be discovered.