Family-friendly holiday rentals in Chickerell

the pod@springwater

The Pod at Springwater is a unique, handcrafted property set up amongst the trees. It has two bedrooms: one double, with a large window and a view into the trees and the smaller, twin room, with offset bunk beds. The living room has a smart tv. There's also a well equipped bathroom with a great shower. Downstairs is accessed through a trapdoor in the floor to the kitchen or the fun way via the tube slide. Double doors open onto the backyard, which has an outdoor fireplace, pizza oven and bbq.

Artist’s Creative Hideaway & Sauna

Beautiful, inspiring, and peaceful, Arthouse is a place to escape. This converted art studio in West Dorset is close to Chesil Beach and the Jurassic Coast. It is surrounded by wildflowers and features contemporary art and sculptures by artists Rouwen and Reeve. The space is complemented by mid-century modern furnishings, high ceilings, and exposed beams. All doors open to a private patio and a naturalistic garden. The Sauna, located in the gravel garden looks out onto sculptures and plants.

Palm Cottage

A good sized modern One bedroom garden annex only a short walking distance to local pub, take away, convenience store & hairdressers with a 20 minute walk into the Town Centre and Beach (£6 - £7 taxi ride) Weymouth is a very popular tourist attraction with numerous high end eating establishments, a superb beach and harbour which are particularly vibrant during the Spring and Summer months, a golf course and a railway station. Only 13 miles from the picturesque Lulworth Cove & Durdle Door

“Rex the Bus” Quirky and fun bus conversion.

"Rex the Bus" is unique, fun and just a little bit quirky. This double decker bus has been converted to the highest standard and connected to mains electricity, water and drainage. Enjoy panoramic views of the countryside from the windows, watch the sunrise from your double bed or cabin bunk bed. Heating and a wood-burner will keep you warm and snug, whilst the kitchen area provides plenty of space to cook up a delicious meal. There is a shower downstairs and a loo and basin upstairs.

Guest Suite in Martinstown

Recently converted guest suite in a house situated in the middle of a picturesque village in Dorset. Private access through your own front door and set aside from the main house to ensure privacy. Private area outside for your use or you are welcome to explore the extensive gardens and woodland. Cooking facilities are limited but fridge, microwave, electric hob, toaster and kettle are supplied. Good food is served in the village pub a short stroll away. Dorchester town is a 10 minute drive.

Strawberry Cottage

Lovingly restored and modernised by Harry in 2011, Strawberry Cottage is nestled by the river Wey in the village of Upwey, Dorset. This quaint property is close to the famous Jurassic Coast, within 4 miles of the seaside town of Weymouth and Dorchester town.Durdle Door / Lulworth Cove is an approximate 29 minute drive,and the main supermarket is 8 minutes away by car. Upwey has two pubs a busy tearoom,garden nursery and Tesco Express all within 5 to 10 minutes walk. Relax inside or out.

Townhouse Flat

A lovely one bed first floor flat within family home. The flat sleeps 4, max 5 with z bed. The flat is self-contained, but is accessed via the family home front door, hallway and stairs. The flat is on the first floor of a period townhouse on Dorchester Road, and is close to local amenities (Tesco Express, pub, Post Office and chip shop). The beach is a 10 min walk away and the town centre is a 20 min walk. Free on street parking is available. See additional charges for Z bed hire.

Stunning Barn conversion with heated swimming pool

Courage Cottage is a two bedroom detached barn conversion in a Georgian farmyard.The barn was converted in 2013 so has all modern conveniences including underfloor heating. It is very individual and situated in a quiet , rural setting. It has two bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms. The village of Martinstown has an excellent pub and shop. Dorchester is 2 miles away and has every facility including good rail connections in all directions.Swimming pool (shared ) open May 15th-Sept 15th

Marwells Farm Cottage

Beautiful countryside Cottage, located in a rural setting on the river Wey. Local walks from your doorstep, Short car journey to Weymouth sea front. Self contained annexe with private entrance. Fully fitted galley kitchen. One bedroom with a double and single bed+ sofa bed in the sitting room. Children of all ages welcome. I am pet friendly, with felines of my own. Wi-Fi is available but very limited due to rural location. Free on site parking. All photographs taken in January 2026

Esplanade: Beach front, Regency flat with parking

Alexandra House, Esplanade is on the seafront overlooking Weymouth’s glorious sandy beach and close to the bandstand, Pavilion theatre, harbour and town centre. This stunning Grade II listed property retains many of its original features and has a modern kitchen, new bathroom and free parking at the rear of the property for one car. This ground floor flat has been refurbished to a very high standard - step into luxury on the seafront and enjoy the uplifting view over Weymouth Bay.

Seaview Self-Catering-Fossils Reach

Modern double bed studio with bath/shower room and open plan kitchen/lounge situated on a working farm. Beautiful seaviews over the fleet and jurassic coast. Only 2 miles from Weymouth beach and a few strides from the south west coastal footpath. We are in walking distance of 5 public houses and restaurants and have ample parking. If your here for the breathtaking seaview walks or the attractions that weymouth has to offer you have found the right place.

The Hide in the treetops near weymouth town/beach

Open plan space: sleeps 2; king size bed; bed linen. Kitchen with induction hob; electric oven; microwave and fridge freezer; coffee machine; tea towels. Ensuite shower room; hand towels & Bath sheets. Beach Towels not provided so please remember to pack yours! Comfy sofa; dining table and 4 chairs. Large TV and wifi. No children of any age and no animals/pets allowed. Smoking strictly prohibited inside The Hide or on the grounds.