Home to the Jurassic Coastline, dog-friendly glamping in Dorset is the perfect destination for a relaxing retreat in the southwest.
You have easy access to glorious sandy beaches, quaint market towns and national parks just a short drive away; it’s easy to see why dog owners love this part of the world!
Blandford Forum, Dorset
A beautiful contemporary glamping pod with two bedrooms, a double and a twin and a shower room with a WC. It has a well-equipped kitchen with an electric oven, and outside, there is a shared play area for the kids, along with a private hot tub on the decking terrace.
Set within 6 acres, this is one of the most popular dog friendly pods in Dorset as you are surrounded by beautiful countryside, and the market town of Blandford Forum is just 6 miles away with its shops and cafes. The Tank Museum and Monkey World are also superb days for the whole family.
Charmouth, Dorset
Ideal for a couple needing a glamping escape in the countryside, this shepherd’s hut has a double bed in the studio-style space, a shower room and a well-equipped kitchen. There is a gravel terrace with furniture, a fire pit and a BBQ to rustle up food.
Due to its rural location, there is livestock that roams the surrounding fields around this glampsite, so you can enjoy a range of wildlife and walks from your doorstep. Lyme Regis and Charmouth are within 3 miles and provide fantastic days out for the kids and dogs.
Dorchester, Dorset
Brilliant for a small family, this eco-friendly glamping lodge has two bedrooms, two bathrooms and a smart TV in the lounge area. Outside there is a wraparound decking with a BBQ and furniture and a firepit with one bag of logs provided.
Located on a stunning 700-acre farm, you get the best of both worlds here with the idyllic countryside on your doorstep whilst still only 2 miles away from the county town of Dorchester, which has its traditional high street and museums, cinemas and eateries. Bridport and West Bay are both within 18 miles as well.
Wareham, Dorset
This stylish glamping pod is located next to the River Avon and has a double bed, shower room with a WC and a cosy lounge area with a smart TV. There is a decked patio area, fire pit, hot tub and a sauna that you can use for an additional £1 per session.
You are a stone’s throw away from the local pub, and the coastal village of Salcombe and Dartmouth are just a short drive where you can spend the day on the beach with the dog. The naval city of Plymouth and the historic city of Exeter are also worth exploring when staying in this part of the world.
Maiden Newton, Dorset
This tranquil glamping rental is situated in a private meadow. It has a double bed, bunk beds, woodburning stove and a compact kitchen. There is a separate hut with a large walk-in shower and WC. There is a beautiful lawned garden area with a picnic bench and firepit you can relax around.
Surrounded by an AONB at this glampsite, you are surrounded by idyllic countryside whilst never being too far away from beaches, fossils, and cliff walks on the Dorset coast. Popular seaside resorts such as Weymouth and Lyme Regis are within 25 miles.
Milton on Stour, Dorset
This fabulous glamping cabin is best suited for a large family with its three bedrooms, ground floor shower room and family bathroom. It boasts a large open-plan kitchen/diner area and sky tv in the lounge. There is a balcony upstairs and a veranda with garden furniture.
The Scandinavian-style lodge is just 3 miles from the small town of Gillingham, where you can stock up on supplies. For days out with the family, Shaftesbury Abbey, Longleat Safari and Cranborne Chase AONB are excellent and provide something different.
Corfe Castle, Dorset
A charming glamping cabin with a king-size bedroom and en suite shower room that boasts a rainfall shower, there is also a WC. The lounge has a wood burner with logs provided; outside is a lawned garden, decking area and fire pit.
You are never short of activities and attractions when staying at this glampsite, the coastal resort of Swanage is 4 miles where you can run around on the beach and swim in the Sea. Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door are also a must when in the southwest and are both under 10 miles.
Avon, Dorset
A truly romantic break awaits you at this timber-framed property and its ideal for dog-friendly glamping in Dorset with hot tubs. There is a double bedroom with a freestanding bath, a shower room with a WC and a communal boot room where you can wash the dogs. Outside boasts fake grass, a BBQ, a covered veranda and a hot tub.
Pet friendly glamping in Dorset offers it all, you have the New Forest National Park on your doorstep with its miles of walks, cycling routes and a variety of wildlife. The glorious beaches at Mudeford and Avon are also a short drive, or perhaps you’d rather visit Christchurch 4 miles away with its shops, pubs and restaurants.
Child Okeford, Dorset
A spacious log cabin, ideal for a small family needing a luxury camping stay. There is a double and single bedroom, a shower room with a WC and a well-equipped kitchen with a washing machine. You have access to the enclosed garden, veranda and gas BBQ.
Blandford Forum is a short drive and worth exploring; they have a weekly market which is always a good day to go. If you head further south, you will arrive at the Jurassic coastline with its miles of sandy beaches and crystal clear waters.
Dorset is one of those locations everyone should visit at least once; it has so much going for it, it’s no surprise dog owners return year after year looking for different dog friendly glampsites in Dorset. Now with the addition of luxury accommodations such as shepherd’s huts and pods, it makes it even more appealing to couples and small families.
We have lots more dog friendly camping pods and locations on our main page if Dorset wasn’t what you were looking for.
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John Devlin
An online publisher for over nine years, working specifically in the travel and dog industries. When I am not writing about pet travels and places to visit, I enjoy walking with my 2 Golden Retrievers, fishing and family time.
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