Purbeck Cottages are uniquely identified as they are built of the locally quarroed Purbeck stone. We invite you to explore our selection of holiday homes that are located in this holiday hotspot.
The Isle of Purbeck, whilst not a true Island but a peninsula feels a world apart. It has been safely protected from the vagaries of the modern world by the River Frome, which meanders past the ancient town of Wareham. Purbeck is famous for its diverse landscape, coast and geology, making it a perfect location for a self-catering holiday in a traditional, Purbeck holiday cottage. Its exceptional geology has led to a rich landscape and has therefore been inhabited for thousands of years. Fancy a stay in this area of outstanding beauty? Browse our selection of Purbeck holiday cottages.
Explore the charming villages that dot the Purbeck landscape. Include Kingston, Worth Matravers, Langton Matravers, Kimmeridge, and Church Knowle in your exploration. Each village has its own unique character and charm, built from the local Purbeck stone. They often adorned with traditional thatched roofs made from local reed. Situated within easy reach of the Jurassic Coast and just a stone’s throw from sprawling countryside hills, these villages provide the perfect backdrop for your stay. With rugged scenery, long sandy beaches, and a peaceful atmosphere, the Isle of Purbeck offers an ideal setting for relaxation and exploration.
Throughout the year, the Purbeck Villages come alive with a variety of seasonal events and festivals. From summer fetes and barn dances to horse shows and flower displays, there’s always something exciting happening in the area. Autumn and spring are ideal times to explore the countryside, with a vast network of footpaths and open common land waiting to be discovered. In winter, visitors can enjoy the quiet escape offered by the villages, warming up by the fire in one of the many excellent local pubs. For those looking to experience these charming villages in all seasons, our Purbeck holiday cottages offer the perfect base to enjoy everything the area has to offer.
Whether you’re seeking a peaceful countryside retreat or an adventure along the Jurassic Coast, the Isle of Purbeck offers something for everyone to enjoy. Our handpicked, selection of Purbeck cottages are unmatched. Our holiday planners are on hand to help you find your ideal Dorset escape. If you want to know more about this area before you book your Isle of Purbeck accommodation visit our Purbeck area page.
Dorset Cottage Holidays has been based on the Isle of Purbeck for over 25 years. Firstly run from home and then a small office in Wareham before settling in to its current home of over 10 years at Corfe Castle. We are therefore the local experts when it comes to booking a holiday cottage in Purbeck and we have the largest selection of the cottage to choose from.
This very much depends on your party size, if you have children or if you are bringing a pet. Popular locations for families include Swanage with its huge variety of family attractions, Corfe Castle and Wareham – all of which are connected by public transport and within easy reach of each other.
Couples might prefer a cosier cottage in villages such as Langton Matravers of Corfe Castle with excellent local pubs to enjoy a romantic meal.
Walkers can choose from all locations in Purbeck – there is an extensive network of footpaths and our cottages supply details of local walks and maps for you to plan your hiking adventure.
On Purbeck you will find sandy beaches at Swanage, Tyneham (visiting restrictions apply) Studland and Arne. You are always within a twenty minute drive of a beach when staying in Purbeck.
We are Dorset’s largest independant holiday cottage agency and being dog lovers our selves we actively encourage our holiday home owners to accept pets where its practical to do so. Before offering a pet friendly cottage we make sure its safe and secure for you and your pet. Each property listing will indicate how many dogs are welcome.
When you arrive at your holiday cottage you will find a welcome pack that details a local vet just in case and information on dog friendly beaches, places to eat and walks. We ask that dogs are treated for fleas before they arrive and they do not sleep on beds.
Each property listing will detail exactly whats provided. Our holiday planners will have visited every cottage so feel free to contact us before your holiday to answer any specific questions.
Yes – our holidays are available for 1 night stays in most instances. We recommend booking a minimum 2 night stay to get a taste of the local area.
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Corfe Castle
4.7/5
Swanage
4.8/5
Swanage
4.9/5
Langton Matravers
4.9/5
Corfe Castle
5/5
Langton Matravers
4.9/5
Wareham
4.9/5
Corfe Castle
5/5
Swanage
4.7/5
Studland
4.6/5
Wareham
4.9/5
Swanage
4.8/5
Church Knowle, Nr Corfe Castle
4.9/5
Wareham
5/5
Sandford
4.8/5
Swanage
4.8/5
Swanage
4.8/5
Corfe Castle
4.8/5
Swanage
4.5/5
Lulworth Cove,
5/5
Swanage
4.9/5
Swanage
4.8/5
Church Knowle
4.8/5
Swanage
4.7/5
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