Villas and apartments in Dorset

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Our 10 best villas and apartments in Dorset

Check out our best villas and apartments in Dorset.
  • Apartment in Swanage, England

    Purbeck apartment to rent

    1 bedroom apartment • Sleeps 3

    Clean & simple studio flat located in the town center of Swanage opposite the historic train station. No more than 100m from everything you will need, including the beach!

    From £601 per week
  • Cottage in Burton Bradstock, England

    Cottage in Dorset, England

    2 bedroom cottage • Sleeps 4

    Minnies Cottage is a beautiful 17th Century Thatched cottage in a quiet cul-de-sac at the heart of the attractive village of Burton Bradstock by the Jurassic Coast.

    From £575 per week
  • Chateau in Portland, England

    Chateau in Dorset, England

    9 bedroom chateau • Sleeps 20

    Dorset Castle holds a wonderful location on the iconic Isle of Portland and enjoys magnificent sea views over Church Ope Cove and the famous Jurassic coastline, an area so special.

    From £14,341 per week
  • Cottage in Wimborne Minster, England

    East Dorset cottage to rent

    7 bedroom cottage • Sleeps 16

    Wimborne House holds a wonderful position on the outskirts of the market town of Wimborne Minster, set in a quiet spot which is just a quick stroll from the town square, the centre of all the action.

    From £3,273 per week
  • Town_house in Westbourne And West Cliff, England

    Holiday home rental in Dorset, England

    7 bedroom town house • Sleeps 20

    The Sanctuary holds a wonderful location within the popular Dorset seaside resort of Bournemouth, situated less than a five-minute stroll from the sandy beach.

    From £5,086 per week
  • Town_house in Westbourne And West Cliff, England

    Bournemouth holiday home to rent

    5 bedroom town house • Sleeps 12

    Nestled in the heart of Bournemouth, just a stone's throw from the vibrant city centre, the Silver Shell is a seaside haven that offers the perfect blend of comfort and convenience.

    From £3,644 per week
  • Villa in Crossways, England

    Villa to rent in Dorset, England

    4 bedroom villa • Sleeps 8

    Perched near the water's, edge this welcoming wood clad home is an elegant escape for up to eight people, perfect for a family holiday or a group getaway.

    From £1,094 per week
  • Villa in Crossways, England

    Holiday villa in Dorset, England

    4 bedroom villa • Sleeps 12

    Experience the calm and tranquility of living on the water's edge in this ultra-modern lakeside home suitable for up to twelve guests. With spacious balconies and generous decking.

    From £2,205 per week
  • Villa in Crossways, England

    Holiday villa in Dorset, England

    3 bedroom villa • Sleeps 7

    Discover the tranquillity of Live and Love, a stunning lakeside house nestled within the picturesque Lakeshore Resort in Dorset. With three comfortable bedrooms.

    From £1,632 per week
  • Cottage in Crossways, England

    West Dorset holiday cottage rental

    3 bedroom cottage • Sleeps 6

    In an enviable position, Hazelton Cottage boasts uninterrupted views of the lake that can be enjoyed from the comfort of the property's own private decking area.

    From £1,158 per week

Cheap villas and apartments in Dorset

Rent one of our cheapest villas and apartments in Dorset for a low cost holiday.
  • Cottage in Wimborne Minster, England

    Holiday cottage in Dorset, England

    3 bedroom cottage • Sleeps 6

    Meadow Cottage offers the charm and character of a country house, with its own unique styles and magical features. Situated in the beautiful Dorset town of Wimborne Minster.

    From £862 per week
  • Cottage in Wimborne Minster, England

    Cottage to rent in Dorset, England

    3 bedroom cottage • Sleeps 6

    Situated in the charming Dorset town of Wimborne Minster, this traditional 18th century cottage is the perfect holiday retreat.

    From £950 per week
  • House in Preston, England

    Weymouth and Portland holiday home rental

    1 bedroom house • Sleeps 2

    This 1 bedroom house is located in Preston and sleeps 2 people. It has a garden, barbeque facilities and parking nearby.

    From £1,053 per week
  • Cottage in Crossways, England

    Cottage in Dorset, England

    2 bedroom cottage • Sleeps 4

    Escape to the tranquility of Sun View, a stunning lakeside retreat nestled within the picturesque Lakeshore Resort in Dorset. This luxurious holiday home, boasting two bedrooms.

    From £1,102 per week
  • Villa in Crossways, England

    Holiday villa in Dorset, England

    3 bedroom villa • Sleeps 6

    Misty House is a modern home away from home, perfectly located close to the Lakeshore Resort's amenities and poised to offer access to Dorset's vast and varied wildlife.

    From £1,158 per week
  • Villa in Crossways, England

    Villa in Dorset, England

    3 bedroom villa • Sleeps 6

    Holidays are best spent appreciating what is most important, friends and family. Huxley House has been designed with this in mind, offering two floors of spacious family living.

    From £1,158 per week
  • Villa in Crossways, England

    Villa to rent in Dorset, England

    3 bedroom villa • Sleeps 6

    Situated in the heart of the Lakeside Estate, Harrington House is a beautiful three-bedroom cottage, with weathered wooden cladding and vast windows that reflect the luscious natural surroundings.

    From £1,158 per week
  • Villa in Crossways, England

    West Dorset holiday villa rental

    3 bedroom villa • Sleeps 6

    Gladstone house offers ease and relaxation amongst the vibrant nature of Dorset's Lakeside Estate. This beautiful, detached.

    From £1,364 per week
  • House in Swanage, England

    Holiday home in Dorset, England

    2 bedroom house • Sleeps 4

    This 2 bedroom house is located in Swanage and sleeps 4 people. It has a garden and parking nearby.

    From £1,404 per week
  • House in Swanage, England

    Holiday home to rent in Dorset, England

    2 bedroom house • Sleeps 4

    This 2 bedroom house is located in Swanage and sleeps 4 people. It has a garden and parking nearby.

    From £1,404 per week

Prices and Availability for holiday lettings in Dorset

Cheapest month: January 2025 average weekly price £2,07085% of holiday lettings are available
High season: July 2025 average weekly price £4,36315% of holiday lettings are available

All data is for the next 12 months and all the prices are the average weekly cost (Saturday - Saturday).

Price information in Dorset (2024 - 2025)

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Average weekly prices in Dorset

The prices graph for holiday lettings in Dorset shows you the average weekly price for one of our holiday lettings over the next twelve months. July and August are the most expensive months to rent a holiday letting in Dorset where the average price is £4,363 in July and £4,154 in August. The cheapest month to rent a holiday letting is in January where the average weekly price is £2,070 (04/01 - 11/01). The average price of a holiday letting in Dorset varies considerably between regions, distance from the nearest beach and the size of the holiday letting. See the graph for average weekly prices for our top destinations in Dorset below.

Availability in Dorset (2024 - 2025)

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Weekly availability in Dorset

The graph above shows the availability of our holiday rentals in Dorset over the next twelve months. August (03/08 - 10/08) is the busiest time to rent a holiday letting in Dorset where only 24 of our holiday lettings are available to book. The quietest time to visit Dorset at the moment is in November (09/11 - 16/11) where 85% of our holiday lettings have availability.