Bed and Breakfasts, Inns, Hotels, and Lodging in Dorchester, England:

Phil and Carol Bennett would like to welcome you to the heart of Plush and the beautiful surrounding countryside of this idyllic Dorset hamlet. Please feel free to join us any lunch time or evening to partake of some fine wines, beers and of course our renowned food. You are welcome to bring your family, friends, colleagues or just pop in on your own. Our website is just one of the many developments we have been striving to get just right so that you can join us in enjoying this most wonderful part of England. Please bookmark our site so you can find out about the many pleasant delights . . .

Welcome to a unique concept in modern, environmentally friendly holiday accommodation for all ages and size of party. Greenwood Grange's eco friendly holiday centre has been created within and around buildings built by Thomas Hardy's father in the nineteenth century. The cottage where Hardy was born is only a few hundred yards away and beautiful Thorncombe Wood borders our idyllic, peaceful Dorset haven. We have transformed these ancient brick, stone and slate barns and outbuildings into luxury accommodation for your dream holiday in this outstanding area of England. At Greenwood Grange, we. . .

Whatever your accommodation requirements, Garry and Sue Steel welcome you to the Royal Yeoman Bed & Breakfast. Once the village inn, the Royal Yeoman is now a charming detached residential house offering excellent bed and breakfast accommodation. . . .

Ralph and Phoebe Cree would like to welcome you to their family run bed and breakfast. Moignes Court is the oldest inhabited house in Dorset (built 1267) and has been in our family for 7 generations! We are located 3 miles away from the World Heritage Jurassic Coastline, ideal for coastal walking and water sports, and 7 miles from the Historic Town of Dorchester (home of the author Thomas Hardy - a personal friend of our ancestors) We offer high standard (AA 4 star rated) accommodation and food, with friendly and relaxed surroundings. At present we have only one double room with a private . . .

Richard and Gillian John would like to invite you to Birkin House, their lovingly restored country mansion. Formal gardens form the backdrop for this wonderful Victorian home where peacocks roam freely....a truly historic and inspirational setting just a short drive from Dorchester. This is an exciting time at Birkin House as we introduce a slew of new developments. With a commitment to providing not just a beautiful venue for your wedding, seminar, event or weekend away...we are undergoing a major refurbishment and redecoration of some areas of the house. One of the major additions is that. . .

The Victoria caters for local people who make visitors very welcome. It is a large Victorian style house. One of the few remaining long established pubs in the Dorchester, Hardy Country, and run by a family from the nearby picturesque town of Poole. Past winners of "Tenants of the Year" Award. The Victoria is just a few steps away from the lively market town. Traditional family values in a warm and friendly environment, incorporating good beer, real ales, ciders, good food and good company, along with live music. Other facilities include Conference Room, Skittle Alley and Sports Bar. We . . .

Set in four acres amid picturesque Dorsetshire country side in the pretty village of Evershot, this charming twenty four bedroom Relais & Châteaux property ranks amongst the finest country house hotels in England. Guests comfort is our priority, with attentive friendly staff and first class facilities the heart of our business is "Service, Service, Service" If you would like to comment on our hospitality please contact us. . . .

Mill Cottage is a listed luxury holiday cottage on the River Piddle in Dorset's Thomas Hardy Country, Its secluded idyllic riverside position in the Purbeck rural conservation area is stunning and unique. “Jurassic Park”, 25 miles of Magnificent West Dorset World Heritage Coastline is on your doorstep. The Rivers Piddle and nearby Frome have some excellent fishing. It offers spacious entertaining with high quality furnishings for ultimate comfort and relaxation, both inside and outside in the large and secluded garden. Mill cottage is ideal for large groups of up to ten friends and family g. . .

Delightful 300 year old Churchview Guest House is full of character and offers Bed and Breakfast accommodation in the Heart of Thomas Hardy's Dorset. Situated in the small village of Winterbourne Abbas 5 miles west of Dorchester, Churchview has been offering B and B to guests for over 70 years and makes an ideal base for touring and walking in the beautiful Dorset countryside. Visit Dorchester, Sherbourne and Weymouth and take time exploring our dramatic World Heritage Dorset Jurassic Coast Line, including the famous Chesil Beach, Abbotsbury, Lulworth Cove and the Isle of Portland. . . .

Morn Gate is a small peaceful select holiday park not far from Weymouth and Dorchester. We offer a mix of a total of 30 luxury modern holiday Static Caravans, Chalets and Lodges to hire set in just over six acres. The Park is set in an area of outstanding natural beauty and within easy reach of the Jurassic Coast. The Park occupies high ground with magnificent panoramic views over the surrounding countryside towards Hardys Monument and Maiden Castle and yet is only five minutes by car from the County and market town of Dorchester and seven miles from Weymouth. Set in a rural location, Morn. . .

Welcome to Longbarn House Bed & Breakfast, ideally situated in the heart of Hardy country, West Dorset, close to the Jurassic Coast and just 2 miles from Dorchester. Mark and Anya invite you to stay in their family home, Longbarn House, in West Stafford and offer a warm and relaxed atmosphere for all their guests (including children and dogs). West Stafford is a small village nestled in the Frome valley just to the east of Dorchester with many pretty thatched cottages. There is also a small stone school house built in 1848 and a lovely thatched inn called The Wise Man where food and cask al. . .

Welcome to The Poachers Inn, a pub in Dorset renowned for its luxury bed & breakfast (b&b) accommodation, 17th Century restaurant and riverside garden. Beautifully positioned in the little village of Piddletrenthide near Dorchester, The Poachers Inn has something for everyone. From the minute you walk through the door you can experience the traditional yet modern bar and restaurant which serves wonderful food, ales and wine. You can also stay in one of our 21 sumptuous rooms with bed and breakfast. In the summer, why not join us to enjoy our beautiful riverside garden and heated pool. Si. . .

We are here to make your stay as comfortable as it possibly could be and give you a little taste of great Dorset hospitality. From the room to the breakfast to the location we beleive that you find more attention to detail than we provide here. It is quaint and certainly oozing with character at Cornflowers and it lies in the heart of Dorchester town centre. So it is a perfect choice for those wanting to explore the town of Dorchester without too many worries about commuting. We strive to ensure your stay is like home from home as we only have 3 letting double rooms and can therefore give . . .

The immediate countryside offers many walks and bridle paths including the imposing hill fort of Eggardon camp, owned by the National Trust. Barrows, dykes and standing stones scatter the fields, tell tale signs of occupation dating back to the Iron Age. A little further afield is the Cerne Giant; a 180ft high male figure scratched into the chalk hillside, believed to be an ancient symbol of fertility. The unrivaled Dorset and East Devon Jurassic Coast spanning the Triassic, Jurassic and Cretaceous periods, with it's status as a World Heritage Site confirming it's significance, provides b. . .

The origins of Muston Manor date back to at least 1609 when it was acquired by the Churchill family from Cerne Abbey. Unsurprisingly the house is listed as being of Historic and Architectural Importance Grade II and carries John Churchill's coat of arms over the front door. With its history and a warm welcome, Muston Manor bed and breakfast makes for a wonderful relaxing getaway.. . .

Wynards Farmhouse is set in an elevated position overlooking the Church and village of Winfrith Newburgh, with uninterrupted views over the open Dorset countryside, and is situated just 3 miles from Durdle Door and Lulworth Cove, and close to Monkey World and the Tank Museum. The two upper rooms have been tastefully converted from the original hayloft, with exposed beams and Velux windows, and the ground floor room offers an entrance into the garden, ideal for visitors with reduced mobility. All rooms are en-suite and offer tea and coffee making facilities, colour television, clock/radio, h. . .

Owermoigne is one of the most picturesque villages in a tranquil and secluded corner of coastal Dorset. Near the Purbeck Hills also close to the South Dorset beaches and Thomas Hardy country, Owermoigne is in a designated area of outstanding natural beauty, about one mile from the South West Coastal Path and the Jurassic Coast, a World Heritage Site.. . .

Upton Farm is situated on the Dorset Jurassic Coast, England's only "World Heritage Coast" within a short walk of the beach. Our Historic 17th century barns give you views of the local countryside, trees and rolling hills. They have been converted to offer spacious accommodation in relaxing surroundings. The cottages offer easy living style, cosy fires, old beams and above all COMFORT.. . .

Lancombe Country Cottages are set amongst the finest scenery in Dorset in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Built of traditional flint and brick the six cottages are in spacious gardens and enjoy far-reaching views. The cottages are set round an attractive walled courtyard where, for once, you can appreciate a garden without feeling compelled to rush out and do a bit of weeding! Simply relax on your cottage terrace and enjoy the view. We want you to love Dorset as much as we do, so we provide the comfort and do the boring things like washing sheets and towels, leaving you to explore. . .

Situated in the sleepy, idyllic village of Frampton in West Dorset, Sandbourne Cottage is available for self-catering holidays or short breaks throughout the year. An ideal retreat for those wishing to get away from it all - "Far from the madding crowd"! The cottage is less than half-an-hour's drive from the south coast, only 5 miles from the thriving, historic market town of Dorchester, and within easy reach of the sandy beaches of Weymouth. There are delightful walks, rivers, historic houses, churches, gardens, wildlife - indeed something for everyone. The cottage itself has incredib. . .

Fullers Earth really is a very special place to stay. Wendy and Ian Gregory are welcoming hosts at their Bed and Breakfast and do their very best to ensure your stay is as enjoyable as possible and that you get the best out of this, the most beautiful part of Dorset. Fullers Earth is a delightful Grade 2 Listed Country House dating to about 1750. A Georgian frontage was added in 1820 when the property formed part of the Hunting Box for Cattistock Hunt providing quarters for the huntsmen. The thatched stables were built at about the same time. Later it became a private home, the dwelling o. . .

Centrally located in the historic county town of Dorchester, Westwood House is an attractive Georgian property built in 1815 by Lord Ilchester we believe for his coachmen. Converted to a town house guest house and personally run by resident owners Tom & Demelza Stevens, the accommodation offers a comfortable, informal non-smoking environment for the business or leisure visitor during their stay in Dorchester. The guest accommodation comprises of seven en-suite bedrooms all are well equipped with modern facilities, including LCD television with over 30 channels, hairdryer, tea and coffee . . .

Yalbury Cottage is a wonderful, cosy Dorset hotel with a friendly atmosphere and wonderful views. Stay and relax in our lovely rooms, enjoy a superb freshly cooked breakfast and dine in our award winning restaurant. Small bespoke weddings and parties are a speciality and we offer a great alternative venue for private business meetings with easy and ample parking. Just two miles from Dorchester, Dorset, Yalbury Cottage is set in the hamlet of Lower Bockhampton - the heart of Thomas Hardy's Wessex - walking distance to his birthplace, across the road from his old school house and around th. . .

Dorchester's roots stem back to prehistoric times. Settlements were first based around Maiden Castle, a large Iron Age hill fort that was one of the most powerful settlements in pre-Roman Britain, with varying tribes having existed there since 4000BC. The Durotriges were likely to have been there at the arrival of the Romans in AD43. Weymouth, Lyme Regis, Swanage, Bournemouth, Yeovil and the Jurassic Coast are all close by. The Romans walled the town and the remains can still be seen today. The walls were largely replaced with walks that form a square inside modern Dorchester. Known as ‘. . .

Karen & Kevin Phillips welcome you to Field Farmhouse bed & breakfast & self catering holiday cottages located in the picturesque Cerne Valley best known for it's naked Giant carved deep in the chalk hillside Our recently and beautifully renovated B&B rooms and traditional Dorset Holiday Cottages adjoin the old three story farmhouse with breathtaking views from every window. Situated on the outskirts of Dorset's county town, Dorchester is renowned for it's museums, country lifestyle shops and historic tea rooms an area steeped in history and much loved and inhabited by the famous writer. . .