October Half term Cottages in Dorset

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  • A cabin with a wooden deck and string lights at night at Sir George Baker Cabin in Uplyme
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    36
    Uplyme, Devon
    • Sleeps2
    • Bedrooms1
    • PetsNo

      5.0★

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    Sir George Baker Cabin is a superb couples retreat located in Uplyme, on the Devon/Dorset border, with a hot tub and garden in a peaceful woodland setting. (Ref. 1141780)

    • Wi-fi
    • Off-road parking
    • Ground floor bedroom
    • Hot Tub
    • Dishwasher

    3 nights from Fri 30th Oct was $786 $723

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  • An outdoor patio with a wooden table and chairs with a bottle and glasses by a white two-story house at Backlands Farmhouse in Charmouth
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    31
    Charmouth, Dorset
    • Sleeps4
    • Bedrooms3
    • PetsNo

      4.9★

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    Backlands Farmhouse is a charming holiday cottage nestled in the seaside village of Charmouth, along the Jurassic Coast. (Ref. 1149648)

    • Wi-fi
    • Off-road parking
    • Dishwasher
    • Washing machine

    3 nights from Fri 30th Oct $716

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  • A patio area with a glass table and four chairs a bottle and glasses on the table a wooden cabin and a hot tub in the corner at The Stables @ Merrydown in Axminster
    35
    Dalwood, Devon
    • Sleeps4
    • Bedrooms2
    • PetsNo

      4.8★

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    The Stables @ Merrydown is a stunning holiday home located in the lovely village of Dalwood, near Axminster, Devon. (Ref. 1142415)

    • Wi-fi
    • Off-road parking
    • Ground floor bedroom
    • Hot Tub

    3 nights from Sun 25th Oct $1052

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  • A brick house with a double garage and front steps surrounded by greenery at Lyme Bay View in Lyme Regis
    51
    Lyme Regis, Dorset
    • Sleeps8
    • Bedrooms4
    • PetsYes

      4.9★

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    Lyme Bay View is a delightful, detached property resting in the seaside town of Lyme Regis, Dorset. (Ref. 1139390)

    • Wi-fi
    • Off-road parking
    • Dishwasher
    • Washing machine
    • Sky TV

    3 nights from Wed 28th Oct $1219

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  • A house with a pathway and trees at The Cider House in Dalwood
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    19
    Dalwood, Devon
    • Sleeps4
    • Bedrooms2
    • PetsYes

      4.8★

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    An impressive barn conversion in the rural setting of Dalwood in Devon. (Ref. 1106629)

    • Wi-fi
    • Off-road parking
    • Ground floor bedroom
    • Washing machine

    • 20% off - Tue 30th Dec 2025 to 28th Feb 2026

    3 nights from Wed 28th Oct $563

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  • A narrow river flowing beside a house with a garden and plants at 1 Lymbrook Cottages in Lyme Regis
    19
    Lyme Regis, Dorset
    • Sleeps4
    • Bedrooms2
    • PetsNo

      4.8★

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    A renovated 19th century mill worker’s cottage resting in Lyme Regis, Dorset. (Ref. 1106599)

    • Wi-fi
    • Dishwasher
    • Washing machine

    3 nights from Wed 28th Oct $807

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  • A two story brick house with white windows and a white front door surrounded by bushes and a street light at Seahills in Lyme Regis
    43
    Lyme Regis, Dorset
    • Sleeps4
    • Bedrooms2
    • PetsYes

      5.0★

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    Seahills is a seaside-themed semi-detached house with off-road parking in Lyme Regis in Dorset, on the UNESCO Jurassic Coast. (Ref. 1170157)

    • Wi-fi
    • Off-road parking
    • Dishwasher

    3 nights from Wed 28th Oct $587

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  • A stone and wood house with gravel driveway and outdoor dining area at The Carriage House in Uplyme
    38
    Uplyme, Devon
    • Sleeps8
    • Bedrooms4
    • PetsYes

      4.8★

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    The Carriage House is an exceptional, four-bedroom holiday home situated in Uplyme, Devon. (Ref. 1143432)

    • Wi-fi
    • Ground floor bedroom
    • Dishwasher
    • Washing machine
    • Baby-friendly

    3 nights from Fri 30th Oct $1211

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  • A stone cottage with a thatched roof a white door and wooden garage door on a street at Stable Cottage in Burton Bradstock
    39
    Burton Bradstock, Dorset
    • Sleeps6
    • Bedrooms3
    • PetsNo

      4.8★

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    Stable Cottage is a charming, three-bedroom dwelling residing in Burton Bradstock, Dorset. (Ref. 1133658)

    • Wi-fi
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    • Baby-friendly

    3 nights from Sun 25th Oct $1097

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  • A stone house with a red tiled roof and glass doors surrounded by a garden and lawn at The Cosy Cowshed in Dalwood
    25
    Dalwood, Devon
    • Sleeps4
    • Bedrooms2
    • PetsYes

      4.8★

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    A beautiful and contemporary ground-floor dwelling set in the village of Dalwood, East Devon. (Ref. 1060217)

    • Wi-fi
    • Off-road parking
    • Ground floor bedroom

    3 nights from Wed 28th Oct $704

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Enjoy an escape with an October half-term break in Dorset. Discover an array of exciting activities, from pumpkin picking to sipping hot drinks besides the fire. Dorset is home to a beautiful landscape, ideal for avid walkers looking to explore the English countryside.

Why choose a cottage for October half-term in Dorset?

For your October half-term retreat in Dorset, choosing a cottage is a great decision because it provides a special fusion of comfort and accessibility to engaging events and attractions. You'll be tucked away in the centre of nature's splendour as the leaves begin to change vivid colours of crimson and gold.

While there, you can visit well-known sights including the imposing cliffs and dinosaur fossils of the Jurassic Coast, the ancient Corfe Castle, and the captivating Cerne Abbas Giant. You may take beach walks and dine in fresh seafood in the quaint seaside towns of Lyme Regis and Weymouth.

The month of October in Dorset also features a variety of activities, from the lively Bridport Hat Festival, a celebration of all things eccentric and fashionable, to the delicious Dorset Food and Arts Festival, where you can sample local fare and handicrafts.

You'll have the opportunity to fully immerse yourself in both nature and culture when you use a cottage as your cosy home base for your October half-term getaway in Dorset.

Places to visit in and around Dorset during October half-term

During October half-term, Dorset provides a beautiful autumn getaway that highlights its coastal and rural gems. In Charmouth, where people of all ages may go fossil hunting and learn about the Jurassic Coast, you can start your expedition. With its famous Cobb harbour and lovely alleys packed with tiny shops and restaurants, nearby Lyme Regis beckons.

 Go west to the charming fishing village of Beer for delectable seafood and breathtaking coastline strolls. The lively cultural scene and artisan markets of Bridport, a thriving market town, encourage you to explore.

Travel further east to Seaton where you can take a picturesque ride along the Axe Valley on the Seaton Tramway. Colyton is a tranquil retreat with its old-world architecture.

Don't miss the verdant, fall-colored scenery surrounding Dorset. The October weather in Dorset guarantees a memorable half-term trip, whether you choose to stroll through quaint towns or take in the splendour of nature.

Types of October half-term breaks in Dorset

 At Lyme Bay Holidays, we offer a wide variety of holiday cottages to suit your needs this Autumn. If you want to treat your loved ones, escape to a family cottage or a romantic cottage. There are also these large cottages for those wanting to getaway with the whole group.

Enjoy scenic walks with your pooch at one of these dog-friendly cottages in Dorset or dog-friendly cottages in Devon. And for a walk besides the sea, there are coastal cottages and cottages with a sea-view.

For an unforgettable retreat this year. Treat yourselves to an October half-term break in Dorset. Book your holiday online with Lyme Bay Holidays today.

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