Dorset

Dorset is a wonderful place to be, whether you live, work here or just paying the county a visit. Dorset is a county of outstanding natural beauty, a land of great contrast and breathtaking scenery.

The literary heritage of Thomas Hardy ensures that many visitors from all over the world feel they already know the towns and the countryside, the people and their cultural past. The heritage coast stretches 88 miles from Christchurch in the east to Lyme Regis in the west, providing sandy beaches, sheltered harbours and busy ports. Further inland are a wealth of market towns, hidden villages, thatched cottages, narrow lanes and flowering hedgerows.

Families will also find plenty of attractions to visit, and activities to enjoy. Cycling, horse riding, golf, fishing, and climbing are just a few of the many sports that are well catered for at all levels. If none of this catches your fancy then you can just walk and enjoy some of the most spectacular views in Britain.

Clarendon Lodge

Boscombe, By Bournemouth
Tel: 01202 396585

A very warm welcome awaits you at Clarendon Lodge, a quality B&B two minutes walk from the Blue Flag beach and cliff top walks. All rooms are en-suite, very comfortably furnished with colour TV, hospitality tray and thermostatically controlled...

The Claremont Hotel

Bournemouth
Tel: 01202 290875

The Claremont is a delightful place to stay at any time of the year and is situated on St Michael's Road conveniently close to the town centre, Bournemouth's wonderful beaches, shore line and the fashionable West Cliff. Past...

Cremona Hotel

Bournemouth
Tel: 01202 290035

A gracious Victorian town house set over three floors lovingly restored, now a stylish lady, in a great location for the wonderful sandy beaches and Cosmopolitan town centre, our 4 star bed and breakfast offers you quality en-suite rooms at a great price....

The Glen B&B

By Shaftesbury
Tel: 01747 839819

Twin and double rooms available, en-suite, tea and coffee making facilities, colour TV, english, scottish or continental breakfast available, vegetarian and vegan catered for, separate small child’s room available, Wifi available....

Harmshay Farm

Lyme Regis
Tel: 01297 678562

16th Century Thatched Farmhouse on working farm set in a hundred acres of own land overlooking the beautiful Marshwood Vale and hill forts of Lamberts Castle and Coneys Castle. We have three bedrooms, one large double (king) en-suite, one large double...

Thatch

Lyme Regis
Tel: 01297 442212

Thatch is a large, octagonal, thatched cottage beautifully kept and furnished to a very high standard. We are quietly situated on one of the main roads into Lyme Regis, about 8-10 minutes stroll to the sea. We have ample, safe, private parking. We have...

Payne's Down Cottage

Lyme Regis
Tel: 01297 678181

Situated on an Alpaca farm in West Dorset where the Dorset, Devon and Somerset borders meet you will find the recently built (2005) Payne's Down Cottage. Brenda and Geoff will give you a warm welcome, a comfortable bed, a satisfying breakfast in beautiful surroundings and chance to see the...

Brackenbury House

Portland
Tel: 01305 826509

Brackenbury House was built in 1902 as a Manse for the neighbouring Methodist church. Although having undergone much loving restoration over the years, most of the original features remain and the house still retains its character. Today, Brackenbury house offers a comfortable,...

The Castleton

Swanage
Tel: 01929 423972

A Charming and Luxurious 4 star silver award winning Victorian Guest House, full of character, located just 100 metres from Swanage's glorious sandy beach and a short level stroll along the seafront to the Town Centre with its many attractions Offering 9 well appointed...

The Cottage

Weymouth
Tel: 01305 834729

Modernised C18th cottage, in a very quiet location adjoining a very pretty village of Sutton Poyntz. Awarded 4 stars for quality for 7 years running....