The Town House

Dorset's combination of coast and countryside makes it a natural draw, and this corner of the county offers genuine town life alongside those attractions. The Town House sits in the heart of things, steps from the Tivoli Theatre and within walking distance of pubs, cafés and independent shops. A pub is within a mile. The area has historical weight – the minster dates back centuries – but feels lived-in rather than frozen in time.

The property is a Grade II listed Georgian building arranged across two floors. Ground level contains a living room with open fire, kitchen and dining space with gas cooking and dishwasher, a utility room, and the first bedroom with en-suite shower. Upstairs are four further bedrooms: three kingsize doubles with en-suites, one pair of single beds with en-suite, and a fifth bedroom with kingsize bed served by the main bathroom, which has a roll-top bath and separate shower. All bedrooms have their own facilities. An enclosed patio with seating and barbecue opens from the house; there's a playing field nearby for children or dogs. One pet stays free. Essentials like heating, electricity, linen and towels are included, plus wifi throughout.

The property suits larger groups or extended families. There's a public car park five hundred yards away. No smoking indoors. Check-in is after 4pm, departure before 10am.