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Located in West Lulworth and with Lulworth Cove Beach reachable within 1.4 km, Castle Inn provides a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar. The property is situated 11 km from Monkey World, 16 km from Corfe Castle and 26 km from Weymouth Harbour. The hotel features family rooms. Wonderful character, fabulous food, rooms were clean and comfortable and staff were just wonderful

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9.1
Superb
1,350 reviews
Price from
US$169
per night

16 km from Bournemouth International Centre in Ferndown, Bluebell provides accommodation with access to a fitness room and indoor pool. This campground features a heated pool, a garden and barbecue facilities. There is a restaurant serving British cuisine, free private parking and an electric vehicle charging station.

You can play mini-golf at the campground. Bluebell has a children's playground and a picnic area. Beautiful throughout well maintained

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9.7
Exceptional
121 reviews
Price from
US$141
per night

At the campground, the family-friendly restaurant is open for dinner, lunch and brunch and serves British cuisine.

Narcissus also features an indoor pool and a fitness room for guests to relax in. For guests with children, the accommodation provides kids pool and a children's playground. Barbecue facilities are included. Perfect spot for exploring the beautiful region or while traveling to/from Cornwall. Our kids loved the pool. We’d be happy to coma back to this vacation home

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9.4
Superb
123 reviews
Price from
US$128
per night

Located just 16 km from Bournemouth International Centre, Poppy 44 provides accommodation in Ferndown with access to a terrace, a bar, as well as full-day security. A fitness room is available for guests. There is a picnic area and guests can make use of free WiFi, free private parking and an electric vehicle charging station.

Guests can enjoy a meal at the on-site family-friendly restaurant, which serves British cuisine and also offers vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options. Really good location on an excellent site. Lots of amenities on site available to us including a swimming pool and Gym. Ideal location for walks through the beautiful Hurn Forest. The caravan was well equipped and even included milk and cookies on our arrival. Our bed was very comfortable and we also had use of a TV with many channels. Good cooking facilities, ironing board etc. There was a deck for use in good weather and resident robin made us welcome ! It was a nice end to our holiday

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9.4
Superb
120 reviews
Price from
US$133
per night

Located 700 metres from Man O'War Beach, 13 km from Monkey World and 17 km from Corfe Castle, 2-6 guests Holiday Chalet in Durdle Door offers accommodation situated in West Lulworth. This property offers access to a patio and free private parking. The accommodation provides free WiFi throughout the property, as well as a terrace and a family-friendly restaurant. A very lovely lodge that has everything you need which is a short walk from the beach. The host was very helpful and all the information given was spot on

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9.4
Superb
121 reviews
Price from
US$252
per night

Offering a garden and sea view, Chesil Beach Lodge Burton Bradstock Dorset DT64RJ is located in Bridport, 1.4 km from Hive Beach and 11 km from Golden Cap. This beachfront property offers access to free WiFi and free private parking. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a picnic area. It is in a great location to explore the surrounding area. Great views from the apartment. The apartment was very comfortable and had everything you needed.

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9.5
Exceptional
202 reviews
Price from
US$217
per night

For guests with children, the apartment provides outdoor play equipment. Guests at Private apartment, parking, sea and country views can enjoy darts on-site, or go snorkelling or cycling in the surroundings. Some cereals and milk were provided, as well as tea and coffee. Hosts were friendly and helpful. Lovely location with a really nice walk into town, along the river. Plenty of space.

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9.7
Exceptional
119 reviews
Price from
US$197
per night

Set in Swanage and only 200 metres from Swanage Bay, HighTide - 2 bed with parking, balcony & sea view. Offers accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking. Housed in a building dating from 1994, this apartment is 24 km from Monkey World and 600 metres from Swanage Railway. The property is non-smoking and is located 8.9 km from Corfe Castle. High Tide is an exceptional apartment in a great location. It is very tastefully presented and well equipped. The hosts were very thoughtful, by providing a lovely basket of welcome goodies and provided a range of complimentary toiletries, breakfast bits and even beach towels. The location is a few minutes walk from the beach, the town centre and coastal walks. Would recommend and will definitely be back.

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9.7
Exceptional
122 reviews
Price from
US$183
per night

Situated in Weymouth, 2 km from Weymouth Beach and 2.9 km from Weymouth Harbour, Calm sea guesthouse features accommodation with free WiFi in a historic building. The property is located 24 km from Monkey World, 36 km from Corfe Castle and 41 km from Golden Cap. The guest house has family rooms. We loved our stay, from the location to the property itself. Mel and Trish, the hosts, were so lovely. We would definitely return.

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9.6
Exceptional
207 reviews
Price from
US$127
per night

Offering a garden and garden view, The Barn is situated in Gillingham, 29 km from Longleat House and 44 km from Salisbury Train Station. This property offers access to a patio, table tennis, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is located 28 km from Longleat Safari Park.

For guests with children, the holiday home provides a baby safety gate. Such a beautiful gem with stunning views, friendly equestrian neighbours, a two person sized bath and absolute privacy. There was a welcome pack with lots of nice foods and even a cake! Perfect to hide away and be cozy. The kitchen was gorgeous and well equipped. Would love to come again and explore the surroundings. If there was an option to go riding, that would be phenomenal.

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9.8
Exceptional
107 reviews
Price from
US$266
per night

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