Dog friendly holiday cottage, sleeps 2 - Wareham (1ml SE), Dorset

Escape to nature with this gorgeous holiday cottage and discover the delights of birdwatching, stargazing and wildlife watching. Whisk your loved one away, and possibly your pooch, to this modern retreat and unwind in the charming courtyard garden or fire up the BBQ. Make yourself at home amongst whitewashed walls, organic tones and tasteful decor.

The hub of the house is the open-plan lounge/kitchen/diner, where you can kick off muddy boots and relax on the comfy sofa. The room is flooded with natural light thanks to the bi-folding doors and overhead skylights, and on sunny days, they can be used to waft the glorious Dorset air through the home. The modest kitchen is stylish and boasts all the equipment needed to rustle up some tasty dishes throughout your stay.

Post-dinner, spend hours sipping glasses of wine and stargazing in the charming courtyard garden, where you can take full advantage of the dark night skies. Freshen up with a steamy shower in the en-suite before slipping into a slumber in the king-size bedroom. This sociable property is located on one floor and provides a wonderful stay for those looking to spend quality time together.

Wildlife spotters will be well-served with easy access to Stoborough Heath, Arne, Hartland Moor, and Studland, which boast species of owls, birds, and deer, all within 6 miles of the property. Treat yourselves to a hearty ploughman's at one of the independent cafes or pubs in Wareham (1 mile). This pretty riverside town also has a number of boutiques where you can pick up a unique souvenir or two.

Other local attractions include Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door (9 miles), with some of the UK's most breathtaking scenery, and Dorset Golf and Country Club (7.5 miles), where you can shoot your best 18 holes among rolling heathland and a carved rhododendron forest.