Jasmine Cottage

Couples and small families will find Jasmine Cottage works well as a base for exploring Dorset's countryside and coast. The property sleeps three across two bedrooms—a double that can be split into singles, and a single bed—with one bathroom. Everything is on the ground floor, arranged around an open-plan living space where you'll find a kitchen with electric cooker and microwave, a dining area, and a sitting room with Freeview TV and DVD player. One dog stays free, and there's parking for a car on the premises.

The essentials are covered: electricity, heating, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi are all included. A cot is available if needed. You have access to a lawned garden with sitting-out area and shared utility room; a river runs 200 yards from the cottage. The Three Horseshoes pub is within walking distance, and Bridport's shops are under a mile away. From here, Dorset's attractions—from the Jurassic Coast to inland estates and market towns—are within a reasonable drive, making this a practical choice for a week or weekend away.