Planning a trip to Dorset England and searching for the best Airbnbs in Dorset? Well, look no further. I’ve put together the ultimate Airbnb Dorset UK accommodation guide that is suited to every type of traveler and is guaranteed to help you find the perfect place to stay in Dorset for your upcoming getaway!

Located next to Cornwall and Devon, and home to the Jurassic Coast, Dorset is one of the most photographed places in the UK.

With beautiful cliffs, amazing watersports, incredible castles and vast countryside, Dorset is a must visit destination in England.

But first you’ll need somewhere to stay, so I’ve compiled the ultimate list of the 13 Best Airbnbs in Dorset. 

From cosy cottages to coastal lodges and quirky cabins you’re guaranteed to find the perfect Dorset Airbnb for you!

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Quick Lowdown of the Best Airbnbs in Dorset

Heading to Dorset and need an expert accommodation recommendation? 

My Quick Top 5 Best Airbnbs Dorset makes choosing your dream stay a breeze. 

Whether you’re on a romantic getaway, a family break or a budget weekend, check out my shortlist below. 

• Most Romantic Airbnb in Dorset UK – Idyllic Hideaway nr Jurassic Coast – Dogs Welcome
• Best Dorset Airbnb for Families – The Garden House
• Best Budget Airbnb Dorset England – The Little Barn, a luxury thatched studio for two
• Best Airbnb in Dorset with Hot Tub – Connect to Nature in the Hot Tub at a Cosy Woodland Studio
• Best Airbnb Dorset Dog Friendly – Cottage by the Common, Corfe Castle

Didn’t find what you were looking for? Keep reading for more details, and check out 8 more amazing Dorset Airbnbs.

Map of Where to Stay in Dorset

Picking where to base yourself can be tough as there are so many beautiful places in Dorset to explore.

However, if you are driving or renting a car, it’s easy to visit a handful of areas in Dorset on just a short trip. 

However if you stay a week you’ll be able to discover much more of the region including Devon and Cornwall.

Best Luxury Dorset Airbnbs – Romantic Hillside Hideaway with Outstanding Views

Location: Morcombelake

Superhost: Yes 

Sleeps: 2

Pets: Yes

Price: From £168 per night

Romantic Hillside Hideaway with Outstanding Views – Dorset Airbnb UK

Sitting 600 ft above sea level, this beautiful cottage overlooks Lyme Bay and Charmouth.

Therefore its highlight has to be the stunning roof terrace that is perfect for al fresco dinners, romantic sunsets and stargazing in the evenings.

This one bedroom cottage is stylishly decorated, and has a freestanding bath, as well as plenty of privacy in his hillside location, making it one of the best romantic and luxury Airbnbs in Dorset.

Guest review: “We had a wonderful, peaceful stay in this beautiful place of calm and tranquility. Lou was a really attentive host and very helpful with great tips. This is a beautiful property in a great location for walks from the doorstep as well as trips into Bridport, Lyme and Seatown. We will definitely be hoping to return.” – Natalie, December 2020

Most Romantic Airbnb in Dorset UK – Idyllic Hideaway near Jurassic Coast – Dogs Welcome

Location: Netherbury

Superhost: Yes 

Sleeps: 2

Pets: Yes, 2 dogs max, £10 charge may be added at the end if there is extra cleaning.

Price: From £80 per night

Idyllic Hideaway near Jurassic Coast – Dogs Welcome – Airbnb Jurassic Coast

Just a short drive from the famously beautiful World Heritage Site of The Jurassic Coast, this romantic Dorset Airbnb is the perfect base for exploring Dorset’s best scenery.

Located along a country lane, this quiet and cosy barn is perfect for spending evenings cuddled up in front of the woodburner whilst enjoying beautiful views of the private garden outside.

Guest review: “A little spot of paradise! Amazing few days away and coming back to the pond house after a day of exploring was perfect. The log fire was so cosy and the bed was comfortable. Will definitely book again x” – Hollie, October 2020

Best Dorset Airbnb for Families – The Garden House

Location: Okeford Fitzpaine

Superhost: Yes 

Sleeps: 4

Pets: No

Price: From £106 per night

The Garden House – Luxury cottages Dorset coast

This spacious 2 bedroom house is situated in one of the prettiest villages in Dorset.

Perfect for families, hikers, and cyclists, this retreat in rural Dorset has a cosy living room with underfloor heating, exposed beams, and access to a garden that’s perfect for al fresco dining.

The Airbnb cottage has one double bedroom, 2 single beds and a travel cot.

Guest review: “We had a wonderful week at the Garden House. The property is beautiful and spotlessly clean. We loved all the thoughtful touches in the property and the wood burning fire was a gorgeous treat. The property is in a picturesque village and set within the hosts property making it very private and totally silent at night.

Loads to do in the area. We visited Sherborne Castle and Abbotsbury subtropical gardens. Both well worth a visit. Lots of lovely local walks too. Sue was the perfect host and I was really impressed with her attention to COVID hygiene. We felt very safe there. Will definitely be back.” – Nicola, October 2020

Best Budget Airbnb Dorset England – The Little Barn, a luxury thatched studio for two

Location: Bere Regis

Superhost: Yes 

Sleeps: 2

Pets: No

Price: From £40 per night

The Little Barn, a luxury thatched studio for two – Dorset Air bnb

For only £40 per night you can experience this beautiful 200 year old thatched cottage, set in the quiet village of Bere Regis.

This historic cottage can be set up with a king sized bed or twin beds, so this barn is perfect for couples or friends!

With a kitchenette, ensuite shower room, and beautiful French windows this gorgeous Airbnb is one of the best places to stay in Dorset England.

Guest review: “What a lovely location with hospitable hosts . The little barn was equipped with everything we needed and was clean and cosy. We used this as a base for a walking holiday and found lots of great routes around the surrounding area – just wish we’d booked a longer stay. Can highly recommend The Little Barn to others – we’d love to return one day.” – Sarah, October 2020

Best Airbnb Dorset UK Dog Friendly – Cottage by the Common, Corfe Castle

Location: Corfe Village

Superhost: Yes 

Sleeps: 4

Pets: Yes

Price: From £115 per night

Cottage by the Common, Corfe Castle – Airbnb Corfe Castle

This newly refurbished cottage is located next to the entrance of Corfe Common, and is only 5 minutes walk from Corfe Castle village.

Originally built in 1750, this two-storey open plan cottage has a double bed and two single beds. The cottage is heated with a log burner, and has a beautiful south facing patio.

TOP TIP: Bring a torch as there are no street lights at the end of the street.

Guest review: “This cottage is full of character, lovely and cosy and clean with an amazing shower. Ruth was very kind and helpful, and the thoughtful touches such as prosecco and flowers, as well as tea, coffee and milk were so welcome.

We love the area anyway, and usually camp at nearby sites, but coming back to a lovely warm cottage with a wood burner after a showery October day, helped us enjoy the area even more!” – Adrian, October 2020

Best Airbnb in Dorset with Hot Tub – Connect to Nature in the Hot Tub at a Cosy Woodland Studio

Location: Blandford Forum

Superhost: Yes 

Sleeps: 2

Pets: Yes

Price: From £147 per night

Connect to Nature in the Hot Tub at a Cosy Woodland Studio – Airbnb Dorset hot tub

This stunning studio lodge is decorated in soothing tones and is the perfect place to snuggle up in front of the fire pit.

The highlight of this stylish Dorset Airbnb has to be the outdoor hot tub which is great for stargazing!

Guest review: “A lovely cosy space. We followed the road up to right between the tall hedges and saw the hut in the distance. A great space with everything we needed, towels and a very comfy bed. Perfect bathroom space! Super hot shower. The hot tub was great. It was the perfect end to a few nights away to just relax. Teas and coffee provided! It was so peaceful sitting in the tub in the morning looking out over the trees. Thanks for having us.” – Katie, October 2020

Best Airbnb Cottages to Rent in Dorset – Rustic Cabin Retreat with views near Jurassic Coast

Location: West Dorset

Superhost: Yes 

Sleeps: 2

Pets: Yes

Price: From £80 per night

Rustic Cabin Retreat with views near Jurassic Coast – Holiday rentals Dorset Coast

This tranquil cabin in Dorset is located in the rural countryside surrounded by muddy walks, fresh air and seaside strolls.

The cottage is dog friendly, so makes the perfect weekend escape for couples.

Guest review: “Amazingly relaxing homely stay at Carys place. Carys was the perfect host providing great essentials such as tea, coffee, oil and salt as well as being very available to answer questions and drop by wood as needed.

Both the decor and the environment ensured relaxation with the comfiest bed in the cabin and the surroundings hosting lovely walks with beautiful views. With the jurassic coast so close by and the local area hosting biweekly markets and a cider farm there was always something fun to do. Overall a 10/10 airbnb, would recommend this stay to anyone.” – Grace, December 2020

Most Fairytale Cottages for Rent in Dorset – Chocolate box cottage romantic hideaway

Location: Weymouth

Superhost: No

Sleeps: 2

Pets: Yes, £5 per dog per day, payable in cash only

Price: From £130 per night

Chocolate box cottage romantic hideaway – Cottages to rent in Dorset with dogs

This beautiful cottage is only a short walk away from Fleet Lagoon and Chesil Beach.

With a king size bed, a well stocked kitchen, board games and books, this is a great cottage for couples wanted to relax and have fun indoors.

On top of that, fresh cakes are provided on arrival!

Guest review: “Our 4 night stay at Grooms Cottage was lovely. The property is in a beautiful setting and had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. It was very clean and tidy with lots of nice touches such as muffins and fresh flowers on arrival and a basket of logs with kindling. Hilary is a great host, highly recommend this property.” – Catherine, October 2020

Most Cosy Cottage Holidays in Dorset – Cute & Cosy Bothy Cottage, near Sherborne & Yeovil

Location: Yetminster

Superhost: Yes 

Sleeps: 2

Pets: No

Price: From £80 per night

Cute & Cosy Bothy Cottage, near Sherborne & Yeovil – Air bnb Dorset

This stylish detached cottage dates back to the 1700s, and is in a rural location with horses, chickens and a dairy farm nearby.

There are plenty of walks and cycling routes nearby as well as the Macmillan Way footpath just 200 yards away.

The cottage is located 40-50 minutes away from the Jurassic Coast, Lulworth Cove, Durdle Door and Lyme Regis.

Guest review: “We had a great time spending a couple of cosy nights by the fire at Liz and Russell’s cottage. The furnishings are comfortable and stylish and you have everything you need. We sat and had breakfast in the orchard which was such a nice touch, and also very easily walked into Yetminster to explore the picturesque village.” – Rachel, October 2020

Most Secluded Dorset Airbnb – Little Barn is a cosy dwelling in a remote valley

Location: Near Friar Waddon

Superhost: Yes 

Sleeps: 4

Pets: Yes

Price: From £125 per night

Little Barn is a cosy dwelling in a remote valley – Holidays in Dorset with dogs

This secluded barn is located in a remote valley between Upwey and Portesham near Weymouth in Dorset.

With a modern interior, this barn is great for a cosy winter break with the log fire or for a summer break to enjoy the nearby hikes, cycle paths and coastline nearby.

Guest review: “I really couldn’t fault anything about this accommodation. It is modern and minimalistic in decor but manages to have everything needed for a very comfortable stay. The equipment available in the kitchen is superb, even down to egg cups and butter dish, and is of a high quality (much of it from John Lewis); this was important as we cooked all the evening meals during our stay.

The location is as quiet and rural as advertised and there looked to be some lovely walks from the front door; though alas we didn’t try them as we mainly concentrated on exploring the coast. Perhaps next time. It was an unexpected but lovely touch that our host had left a bottle of Prosecco in the fridge and a packet of biscuits as well as the more usual tea bags, milk, coffee ,sugar etc. All in all would strongly recommend.” – David, October 2020

Most Spacious Airbnbs Dorset – Beautiful Hideaway in West Dorset

Location: Toller Fratrum

Superhost: No 

Sleeps: 3

Pets: Yes

Price: From £113 per night

Beautiful hideaway in West Dorset – Holiday houses to rent in Dorset

This beautiful one bedroom Airbnb is ideal for nature lovers and those who like to get off the beaten track.

Set in the grounds of a converted dairy which is now a Yoga studio, this is a great place to stay for couples or friends who want to soak up everything that Dorset has to offer.

Guest review: “We stayed here for 9 nights for some time away from home and had a fab stay. James and Lizzie were excellent hosts, providing great suggestions for places to eat locally as well as offering tips for walks from our door. The place itself was just what we needed and a perfect size for us and the dog. The bed was super comfortable and the bedroom is a decent size. The living area was also good and enabled us to be able to work from there when we weren’t on our days off.

Probably one of the best stocked kitchens I’ve had in an Airbnb in regards to equipment which was great as we ate in the majority of nights. James also offered to dogsit for us when we went out for a meal one night too which was really lovely and super helpful. I think Stanley enjoyed playing with Merle for an evening. Overall a fab stay and I would definitely return” – Kat, October 2020

Best Glamping in Dorset – The Seaside Shepherd’s Hut

Location: West Bexington, Chesil Beach

Superhost: Yes 

Sleeps: 2

Pets: No

Price: From £87 per night

The Seaside Shepherd’s Hut – Cottage to rent in Dorset

Located by Chesil Beach, this beautiful waterfront shepherds hut is the ideal place to stay if you like listening to the sounds of the waves!

In addition, the South West Coast Path runs past the Shepherds hut so this Airbnb is fantastic for beach lovers, cyclists or hikers!

Inside the Shepherds hut there is a dining table, woodburner and kitchenette, combination oven and fridge, double bed and ensuite.

Guest review: “What a hidden gem! The hut is perfectly located at the end of a private beach front drive. A private path takes you directly onto Cecil Beach. The hut itself has everything you need. Michele is a considerate host and has thought of everything. Loved the handmade honey soap and breakfast treats like honey, coffee and homemade muesli. Michele has created a special hideaway which I can highly recommend.” – Tanya, October 2020

Best Airbnb Lulworth – Lulworth Sleeps 2 – Self contained converted stable

Location: West Lulworth

Superhost: No 

Sleeps: 2

Pets: No

Price: From £75 per night

Lulworth Sleeps 2 – Self contained converted stable – Airbnb Lulworth Cove

This recently refurbished stable is located in West Lulworth and is only 2 miles from the popular tourist spot of Lulworth Cove.

If you don’t fancy cooking, there are plenty of pubs and cafes within walking distance from the cottage.

Guest review: “A home from home…a lovely first trip to Dorset. The stables was perfectly placed for lulworth cove, durdle door or other local sights. We were extremely lucky with the weather and were able to hike, run, swim and cycle whilst we were there. We cooked a few evenings at the stables and the kitchen was well stocked and warm/cosy. We wouldn’t hesitate to book again in the future. Lovely part of the world.” – Amanda and George, October 2020

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