Dorchester is a beautiful town located in the Shire county of Dorset. It boasts a rich history, architecture, and abundant natural beauty. Be sure to check out the Keep Military Museum, Maiden Castle or even stay in Thomas Hardy’s old home. To know more about the English novelist Thomas Hardy, stop by the Neo-Gothic style Dorset County Museum. Nature lovers must visit Borough Gardens and Sculpture By The Lakes Park. A walk around the vibrant Brewery Square is highly recommended. It is a shopping, dining and entertainment complex with something for everyone. For a comfortable and convenient stay, check out this list of the best Airbnb vacation rentals in Dorchester, UK.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 12, 2024.
1. Charming townhouse with outdoor dining (from USD 501)
This mid-19th century townhouse is located in the center of Dorchester, within walking distance of the coast and the Victorian Borough Gardens. It is the childhood home of J. Falkner - author of Moonfleet, and the home of Physician Thomas Hardy.
This five-bedroom townhouse can accommodate up to ten guests. You can prepare a delicious meal in the fully equipped kitchen and enjoy it in the dining area or outside on the well-furnished patio. There’s also a garden where you can play fetch with your furry friends.
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
fantastic property for a group trip with amazing kitchen space and lovely roomsHost:
tom is a great host friendly and very responsivelast but not least tom was the perfect host and quickly answered any questions we hadthomas was very communicative and easy to reachRead more reviewsLocation:
a beautiful house in a fantastic locationthe location is great if you have children there’s a lovely park opposite and restaurants are walking distancethe location is great with restaurants and shops right on the door stepgreat place and location the pictures truly don’t do it justicethere are so many great places to visit all within a 30 minute drive
2. Four-bedroom townhouse with a garden (from USD 163)
This massive townhouse located smack dab in the middle of the town is perfect for big groups and families looking to stay under one roof. There are several restaurants, bars, and local attractions such as Borough Gardens within easy reach of the townhouse.
Eight people can sleep across its four bedrooms. It comes with a fully equipped kitchen with a dining set and a cozy living room with a TV and fireplace. The townhouse also has two full bathrooms and one powder room. It also has a garden and a private patio for outdoor lounging.
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the town house is amazing the furnishings are very luxurious very comfortable bedslocation is great we could just roll out of bed to all the shops and cafesvery homely and spacious with two lounges and a good bright kitchenCleanliness:
very clean and tidy on arrivalvery clean and spacious accommodation and very well equippeda spacious well located home right in the town clean tidy warm we had funHost:
the host was very helpful & responded promptly to any queriesgeorge was a great host and very communicativethe host george is very pleasant welcoming efficient and flexiblevery accessible and helpful hostgeorge was an excellent hostRead more reviewsLocation:
parking is close by and easythere’s a nice park close byit is close to the popular spots like the lulworth cove and sandbanksexcellent location at the top of dorchester townnice and central in dorchester
3. Self-contained studio with a private patio (from USD 74)
This beautiful studio is a great base if you’re looking to explore Dorset’s fabulous coastlines, countryside, and historic sites. Thomas Hardy’s Casterbridge is within walking distance of the studio. The studio is nestled in a private garden, separate from the owner’s home. Guests have their entrance for privacy, so they can come and go as they please.
It fits two guests, with one extra space for a child on the sofa bed if needed. It comes with a bathroom, a fully equipped kitchen, and a living area with a comfy sofa and work desk. There’s also a private patio, where you can enjoy a breath of fresh air with your morning coffee. The owners also boast of their WWII concrete air-raid bunker that you can view anytime.
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
a really well designed space getting all necessary facilities - cooking dining showering - into the spacevery cozy cottage with living room kitchen private bathroom filled with cute decorations and lots of necessitiesclean and comfortable with lovely outlook over the garden including private secluded patio areaCleanliness:
clean and comfortableclean tidy well keptvery comfortable stay in clean airbnbvery clean and has everything you needwonderful place very clean and welcomingHost:
wing and darren were amazing hostsdarren & wing were great hostsgreat host and great staydarren and wing were fantastic hostsdarren & wing are wonderful hosts they were very welcoming as was the annexRead more reviewsLocation:
easy walk into quaint town and train stationexcellent stay location close to town with good parking facilitiesperfect little annex close to lots of coastal places to visit and shops restaurants etc within walking distancewe found the location perfect for uslovely little studio close to downtown
4. h-century house with modern comforts
This 19th-century house is in the historic Fordington area of Dorchester, just a 10-minute walk away from the busy town center where you’ll find pubs, cafes, and restaurants. The peaceful countryside and energetic coasts are also easily accessible from here.
This two-bedroom house is perfect for four guests and has one bathroom. It comes with a fully equipped kitchen for home cooking, a dining area, and a cozy lounge area. It also has a fireplace, but the hosts ask guests to refrain from using it as it disturbs the beautiful bee colony up on the roof. Guests can also enjoy the enclosed outdoor space for breakfast or a candlelight dinner.
Dorset, England, United Kingdom
854 meters (0.6 ft) from Borough GardensSuperhost
Accommodates: 4
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
a lovely cozy comfortable home with a nice view in a great locationclean and comfortable cottage in an excellent location to explore dorchester and dorsetCleanliness:
spotlessly clean and comfortableclean well equipped kitchenwell-equipped clean and charming accommodationit was spotlessly clean and we had everything we neededclean great location and great communicationHost:
hosts were very accommodating and had quick responses thanks for a lovely stay lucy and rogerhosts are very quick to respond and thoughtfullucy was an amazing host very prompt with responses very helpful and a lovely person to deal withlucy was very helpful and always quick to respond to messageshosts were very responsive and good with communicationRead more reviewsLocation:
great location within short walking distance to the centre of dorchesterlovely house great location within walking distance to dorchester town centrethe house is in a great location within easy walking distance of the town centrethis is a lovely house in a really central dorchester locationeasy to walk to town and the new brewery square development of restaurants etc
5. Centrally located townhouse with three bedrooms (from USD 158)
This beautiful townhouse is located in the historic town of Dorchester and is just a block away from pubs, restaurants, and museums. It is perfect for travelers looking to stay in the heart of the town for an easy and accessible experience.
This three-bedroom house is perfect for families or big groups looking for a homey rental. It comes with one powder room and two bathrooms with a spacious shower. Its fully equipped kitchen will inspire guests to prepare home-cooked meals during their stay. The lounge area and dining area are spacious and clean. The property also comes with a private parking space.
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
it is a beautiful place and we were very comfortableCleanliness:
clean and comfortable in all areasthe accommodation was clean and well-equippedimmaculately presented spotlessly clean and with lovely comfortable bedsthe house was perfect immaculately clean soacious bedrooms were nicely decorated plenty of towelsthree good bedrooms and 3 bathrooms everything warm and clean and welcomingHost:
great hosts with quick responsesthe host was very helpful and consideratesarah was helpful without being pushythe hosts were both excellent at communicating and very helpfulthe host was excellent and would definitely consider coming back if coming to visit the area againRead more reviewsLocation:
all in a perfect locationbrilliant place in a fantastic locationcomfortable house with an excellent locationlovely place in a very central locationlovely place great location very quiet and peaceful spot whilst being so close to the centre of dorchester
6. The Little House (from USD 103)
This 18th-century brick cottage boasts a peaceful location. It is situated near a river that gives it a relaxing vibe and makes it perfect for a quiet weekend. The Little House is also accessible by the cobbled pathway off the main High Street.
This loft-type cottage offers beautiful glass balustrades and a bespoke painted kitchen. It has a comfy bed for up to two guests. There’s also a compact but well-equipped kitchen and a living area where you can relax after a long day of sightseeing. The fenced garden is the perfect spot to get some fresh air and soak up some rays.
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the little house has everything you could need and the kitchens amenities were greatly appreciatedbed was comfortable and the space was big enough to relax inevery need catered for lovely touch posy of roses on table when we arrivedall the finishing touches made our stay comfortable and relaxingCleanliness:
stylish and clean bijoua lovely house exceptionally clean on arrivalthe place is spotless and is nicely decoratedadditionally it was super clean and reassuring that we were safe staying therethe house was clean and had everything we needed for our stayHost:
alex was an attentive host always helpful and very quick to respondalex was very responsive to our needsgorgeous place and lovely helpful hosts thank you for having us :)alex is a great host always quick to answer any questionthe host left us a couple treats as well which was a nice touchRead more reviewsLocation:
an easy walk from the train stationgreat location to explore dorchester and dorseta beautiful secluded spot near a nice river walka cute little house in a great location between the town centre and lovely river walksthe location is great a short drive to most of the major sight seeing spots
7. Cozy rooms near the town center (from USD 63)
Part of a Victorian terrace house, these comfy double attic rooms can accommodate up to four guests. It is located near the town center, making it perfect for guests looking to be within walking distance of everything.
The bedroom comes with a double bed and an en-suite toilet and washbasin. There is also a second room, a comfortable lounge area with a TV, a breakfast table, and an en-suite shower room. The hosts also provide guests with a kettle, toaster, microwave, and a fridge with condiments for a quick breakfast. Long-term guests can arrange access to the host’s fully equipped kitchen for a more convenient stay.
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
self serve breakfast food(s) are excellent and cater for all tastesthey also provided breakfast which was a nice touchclaire was helpful and accomodating with anything i needed (hairdryer iron etc)a lovely comfortable home with plenty of roomwarm spacious and with good breakfast arrangementsCleanliness:
comfortable clean rooms and quiet toovery clean comfortable rooms with thoughtful touchesclean and prepped with everything you might needmike claire and their little dog ollie were very friendly very clean and tidyit was comfortable and very clean with lots of thoughtful touchesHost:
claire and mike were friendly hostsclaire and mike are generous hostsmike and claire have been welcoming helpful hostsmike and claire were friendly and helpfulmike and claire were welcoming and helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
ideal location short walk to town and the traingreat location for restaurants rail station and local amenitieseasy 10 minute walk into town for a choice of restaurantscomfortable beds close to towne center and train station if you want to visit other localeswalking distance to the town centre where there is a good selection of restaurants
8. Double room with a small balcony (from USD 81)
Part of a Victorian house, this double room has a small balcony with a beautiful garden view. The house is located in the heart of Dorchester and is within walking distance of pubs, restaurants, and tourist attractions.
Guests have access to the cozy living room and dining area that is in a picturesque conservatory. Its kitchen is fully equipped and ready to use. A TV, WiFi, a washing machine, air conditioning and heating, and free on-premise parking is also available, making it ideal for long-term stays.
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the room is lovely and airy with a nice view over the gardenthe room is lovely - bright with a little balconybreakfast was good with fresh coffee everydayin the morning breakfast was ready and waiting for us with coffee and teavikki is super welcoming the room and the house are very niceCleanliness:
bathroom was clean and the bed was very comfortablethe room is clean and cosyclean and decent room in a family homevery clean organized and friendly hostsyour house is very clean and spacious and we feel like we are at homeHost:
thank you for being a wonderful hostyou are great hostslots of helpful advice about the areahelpful with parking and local advicethey were very helpful and invitingRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is great - short walk from the train stationgreat location for dorchester and weymouthyour place is located at a perfect distance everything is at a walk-able distance from your housewonderful place to stay ideal locationgood location for doncaster’s town centre
9. Large bedroom for solo travelers
This cozy room is close to local attractions such as cinemas, Brewery Square, and public transport links. It is situated in a quiet area but remains within easy reach of the town center.
It is a large bedroom with a single bed and modern-day amenities such as a TV and WiFi access. There is a shared bathroom and a fully equipped kitchen with basic condiments. Solo travelers looking for a quick stopover rental will find this the perfect option as it is both accessible and quiet.
Dorchester, England, United Kingdom
61 meters (199.4 ft) from Borough GardensAccommodates: 1
Top guest reviews
Cleanliness:
the accommodation was exceptionally clean and very comfortablethe room is clean comfortable and spaciousthe room was beautiful clean and cozyvery clean and lovely hostphil is a very friendly host the place is clean & neat very close to the train stationsHost:
pippa was extremely attentive and an excellent hostphil is a good host and makes you feel at homephil is a great host and her place conveniently placedphil was a most accommodating and helpful hoststaying at phil flat was super nice she is very friendly and helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
what a fantastic location pippa’s home is inyou can also park your bicycle in the apartment which is very convenient and safephil is a lovely host and phil's place is very quiet with a lovely park close byit has the added bonus of being next to a pretty parkclean peaceful secure great location i could ask for no more
10. Private room in a historic cottage
This cozy room is nestled within a Grade Il Listed, 18th-century cottage that is built from rubble stone. It is within walking distance of historic attractions, museums, restaurants, and shops. The bedroom is in the attic, which has two single beds and an airbed for a possible third guest.
The bathroom has basic toiletries and has extra towels. Guests have access to the first-floor seating and dining areas. There’s also a fully equipped kitchen with a coffee machine and a small yard great for some fresh air.
628 meters (0.4 ft) from Borough Gardens
Explore the historic town of Dorchester
Whether you’re a history buff, architecture aficionado, or nature lover, the county town of Dorchester has something for everyone. For an unforgettable experience, book one of the above listed Airbnb vacation rentals in Dorchester, UK.
History
Get Trip101 in your inbox
Unsubscribe in one click. See our Privacy Policy for more information on how we use your data
Create an account to