Vacation rentals with lake access in West Dorset District

Our stay was brilliant, the surroundings were perfect and the secure walled garden was excellent for the dogs! Would recommend the Talbot Inn in Mells for food and drink too, only 8mins drive. Would love to stay here again, thanks Marie.

we stayed here to celebrate my husband's 60th birthday with friends and had a fabulous time. Beautiful location, very peaceful and relaxing. Good kitchen and comfy beds.

We had the most fantastic time - the lodge was clean, beautifully furnished and cosy on a cold March evening with the wood burner - loved the record player with the albums - The little touches such as biscuits, coffee and croissants were appreciated as were the refillable bottles of hand wash, shampoo etc. You can immediately tell that the owners have put a lot of hard work and love into their property. My friends and I were together for our 50th birthday celebrations and downtime from our hectic lives and we couldn’t have picked a more idyllic spot. Beautiful walks, fabulous scenery and such a calm quiet place. An ideal location to explore the coast and also the local high street with pubs and restaurants is an easy walk - the hot tub was an absolute added bonus. All communication from the hosts was spot on - Thank you and we will be back again.

We loved our stay at Mel's house it was incredibly clean with so many extras that we haven't had before, staying in other Airbnbs. There was literally everything you needed in the kitchen, bathrooms and even games to play! The welcome gifts were also very much appreciated. The house is in a perfect location, we parked the car and didn't use it again until we left, either walking or taking the train. Great sized rooms with gorgeous furnishings and lovely hotel quality bedding. The little courtyard with outside seating looked fabulous. We would definitely stay here again.

Probably the best Airbnb we have stayed at. A beautiful lodge in a superb country location, quiet and accessible. Sara is a great host. We would definitely recommend and visit again.

A lovely, relaxing couple of nights stay. The Coach House has all you need, is warm and cosy and very comfortable. The beds are super comfy and the duvets really warm and cosy. The garden is very private and a lovely feature, and for anyone staying in warmer weather has everything you need to spend plenty of time outdoors. If you're looking to keep your steps up, try a walk round the lakes, lots of bird life, very interesting. The lighting system took a bit of getting used to but is very ambiant and well thought out. The kitchen has plenty of space so you can cook and chat. It would have been good if the oven had worked but we were told about this beforehand and provided with an airfryer so could work around this quite easily. The host was always quick to respond, kept in touch and made our stay very easy. I would recommend The Coach House for a very relaxing and comfortable stay. All the quirky little touches make The Coach House quite unique and we would definately return.

We had an amazing weekend at The Bungalow in Dorset. From the moment we arrived, we were impressed by the stunning lake view and the peaceful setting. The bungalow was spotless, beautifully decorated, and incredibly comfortable. The living area was cozy, the kitchen fully equipped, and the bedrooms provided a perfect night’s sleep. The bathroom was modern, with a powerful shower and fresh towels. The outdoor space was perfect for relaxing, and the Wi-Fi was fast and reliable. The hosts clearly put great care into ensuring a fantastic stay. We loved exploring the nearby walking trails and charming villages, but the bungalow itself was so wonderful that we spent most of our time enjoying its tranquility. Everything about our stay was perfect, and we left feeling completely refreshed. If you’re looking for a relaxing escape in Dorset, The Bungalow is an absolute gem. We can’t wait to return!

Really great house - a brilliantly equipped kitchen and excellent quality bedding and soft furnishing. The house is a real haven. So close to the beach, the quay and Christchurch and yet once you’ve shut the door it’s a little oasis of calm with a beautiful outside space leading down to the river. Chris and Claire were super responsive, check in was easy and great pointers given on places to go things to do!

We had a wonderful stay in this very comfortable apartment. The bed is one of the best we've slept in. Everything you need for a relaxing holiday. Very close to beautiful walks and amenities. Only slight negative was the noise early in the morning when staff are preparing breakfast for the BandB guests in the main residence but we were not put off by this. We will definitely be returning.

We found the studio a perfect place for a relaxing rural stay. Inside was spotlessly clean and thoughtfully equipped, including a comfy bed and a great shower. Since we had lovely spring weather, we really appreciated the outside seating area - breakfast with a stunning view. Plenty of walks and wildlife to watch right on the doorstep.

Great place. Comfortable flat. Lovely weekend away.

Clean fresh practical layout. Great location. Good local amenities. Fitted our requirements perfectly.

Great Host, great caravan, close to onsite amenities and around a ten minute walk to beach front, great location to explore the surrounding areas. Will definitely be going again 😊.

Very well appointed flat, very clean, very helpful hosts, great location in a great city. Would definitely stay here again!

Great location for a getaway from city life! Flat is situated in front of the beach, Terry was extremely helpful and communicative with lots of local recommendations. Flat is provided with basic amenities but you don’t need a lot if you’re in such a beautiful scenery. If you’re after a restful time in a nature, with lots of hiking / walking paths then this place is for you!

We had a lovely stay at Glenn’s apartment, Glenn was extremely helpful, the property was in a perfect location with a beautiful view, looks exactly like the photos if not better! We felt right at home and would definitely stay again. Only thing I would say is there was a strange smell which did not shift, could’ve been a smell from below apartments however lingered throughout our stay and had to open windows. No oil as mentioned on listing either, however, not a problem as there was a convenience store very close by :). Loud family below however this cannot be helped. Great stay overall, and would recommend to others.

This was our second stay at Hazel's and we loved it again! The cottage is so peaceful and furnished perfectly so you feel right at home. Hazel had left some treats for us on arrival, which was so kind and thoughtful. Our daughter loves the zip line so we were straight out flying through the woods! On this trip we even saw two deer which was particularly magical. We went exploring in Stockbridge, which was beautiful and had lunch at the Silver Plough - Hazel's recommendation - which was fabulous. We love coming back and unwinding. You feel a million miles away from everything and yet you're only 10 minutes from amenities. It's a special place to stay - and yes, we will be back again! Thank you for another wonderful trip!

So sorry I forgot to write in the book. Fabulous cottage. Outstanding location. Very relaxing. Will definitely book again

We had a brilliant stay at the Pink House! The house itself was beautifully decorated and was warm and inviting - we felt really at home here. Deborah was very friendly and responsive in her communication and sent us lots of local recommendations of things to do and places to visit. The garden was really private and we loved the built in BBQ and home-grown tomatoes and cucumbers, and the welcome basket that we're waiting for us when we arrived. The Pink House is in a great location with walks right from the front door and only 15-30 mins drive to the various beaches. We had a wonderful stay and wished we booked for longer - we'll definitely be back again!

This is a great place to stay . Catherine, the host was superb . Really helpful when I asked questions, and always replied promptly . The accommodation is great , with an AGA cooker , log stove , and a very comfy bed ! The lane to get there is very narrow, but you soon get used to it. We will be back !

We had the best break! The views from the cottage are stunning and we couldn't have enough walks around the woods and lake., our dogs had a blast! The house is kept impeccably, very clean, modern and very well equipped. I extremely appreciated the beds and pillows were very comfortable, this definitely can make a difference to your stay away from home. Lisa and Dave were very friendly and welcoming. Lisa is also a well experienced professional masseuse, and I booked a massage on the last day of our country break to leave completely relaxed back home! If you enjoy art pieces, you would enjoy visiting Linda Powell's gallery, their lovely neighbor. We couldn't leave behind a painting we fell in love with!

Four of us stayed for a girls weekend and thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this beautiful place. The home was beautifully furnished and decorated. The photos don't do it justice. Comfy beds, fab bathrooms and very warm and welcoming.

Abby is very welcoming and friendly host. We loved staying at the cottage. The view was beautiful, the surroundings very peaceful, the house was very clean and comfortable. There were many things to do at the property for families with children, very big gardens, you can play outdoor games, visit the sheep. Cat named Ozzy came every morning and evening to visit. Also there is plenty of things to do near by. There is lots of suggestions in a guest book. We liked it so much we wanted to extend our stay.

What a fantastic house in an amazingly beautiful location. We met up as a family for the weekend and don’t think we could have found a better place to stay 👍 The house is well equipped and well laid out with great rooms throughout. The comms from Sally were timely, accurate and very helpful. The access to Stourhead and grounds were a bonus we weren’t expecting, so we had a fabulous day waking the gardens and house, with the Spreadeagle Inn ideally located for food and pit stops. I’m sure we’ll return when we can find the next excuse to meet up again 👍