Cornwall and Devon have long held the top spots in British holidaymakers' hearts, but the Isle of Portland deserves to be on everyone's radar. A stone's throw away from Weymouth, the southernmost point of Dorset is a hidden gem with luxury accommodation rivalling its (often eye-wateringly) expensive rivals. The underrated summer staycation spot on England's south coast stands at just six kilometres long and 2.
7 km wide – making it very drivable and the perfect place for a whistlestop visit. You may also like The spectacular Clifftops luxury lodges provided the perfect backdrop to my 48-hour minibreak, which included an early morning sauna with locals, trekking along the iconic Chesil beach, and English sparkling tasting at Langham Wine Estate. Newly opened in 2020, Clifftops is unlike any other self-catered accommodation I have stayed in.
Forget your standard seaside Airbnbs: these five uniquely designed lodges are carved out of the Portland stone cliffs that sit on the edge of Penn Castle Estate wedding venue. Secluded yet open to the elements, the beautiful Blue lodge brought the rugged landscape inside thanks to floor-to-ceiling windows in the living room, complete with a wildlife-watching nook featuring binoculars. The lodge, which is pet friendly, boasts two spacious bedrooms and two bathrooms, making it ideal for a family trip or two couples - and the master, with its heavenly mattress and sea view, was the cherry on top.
Immaculately designed with sleek, Scandi walnu.