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The Countryman Inn is a family-run pub and bed and breakfast in the heart of Hardy Country, in East Knighton. A large car park is available. All rooms are en suite with a TV, an iron and ironing board, a hairdryer and tea and coffee making facilities. The bars have cosy open fires and a rustic atmosphere and good home-cooked food is served. On Sundays the property offer a carvery with sittings at 12:00, 14:00 or 18:00. The Countryman Inn is just off the A252, between Dorchester and Wareham.

Situated just 15 minutes’ walk from the centre of historic Dorchester, the family-run Bay Tree House offers free Wi-Fi and free onsite parking, the award-winning property also boasts a restaurant and coffee shop, which is just 10 minutes’ walk away. The spacious rooms include a flat-screen TV, a work desk, and tea and coffee making facilities. Each stylish room offers an en-suite shower room or has access to a shared bathroom. Breakfast options include full English with Cumberland sausage or continental breakfast with smoked salmon. The Walnut Grove restaurant and coffee shop is run by the Bay Tree House and offers drinks, snacks, and lunchtime meals. Dishes are prepared using locally sourced produce. Dorchester South Railway Station is just 15 minutes’ walk from the Bay Tree House and Thomas Hardy’s townhouse is a 5-minute stroll away.

Set in the lovely market town of Dorchester in Dorset, the heart of Hardy County, this traditional English pub provides 5 letting rooms finished to a high standard. The Sydney Arms boasts fine food, great wines, real ales and Sky Sports, all within 2 minutes of some of the most picturesque countryside. The hospital is also found nearby. All rooms are en suite and feature a flat-screen TV with built-in Freeview.

This modernised 18th century cottage is set in a beautiful country garden and a tranquil location, yet only 3 miles from the town centre and the ferry port. Free off-road parking, freshly cooked organic breakfast produce.Open all year.

Situated in Poole, 12 km from Poole Harbour, Rose and Crown features accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking, a bar and a garden. Located around 15 km from Brownsea Island Nature Reserve, the hotel with free WiFi is also 15 km away from Brownsea Castle. The property is allergy-free and is located 17 km from Sandbanks. At the hotel, rooms include a desk, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom. The rooms will provide guests with a wardrobe and a kettle. Guests at Rose and Crown can enjoy a à la carte or a Full English/Irish breakfast. You can play darts at the accommodation. The Italian Villa is 16 km from Rose and Crown, while Powerboat Training UK is 8 km from the property. The nearest airport is Bournemouth Airport, 17 km from the hotel.

Portman Lodge is an elegant Victorian house only 5 minutes walking time to the centre of Blandford Forum a quaint Georgian market town in North Dorset. All rooms are fully en suite and guests can expect a warm welcome and 5 star food and accommodation.

Set in Dorchester, 30 km from Poole, The Oak at Dewlish offers a restaurant and free WiFi. There is a private bathroom with shower in all units, along with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Guests at the bed and breakfast can enjoy a Full English/Irish breakfast. Guests can relax in the garden at the property. Bournemouth is 37 km from The Oak at Dewlish, while Weymouth is 26 km away. The nearest airport is Bournemouth Airport, 34 km from the accommodation.

Little Court is a delightful Edwardian Country House with fabulous gardens, just 1 mile from the centre of historic Dorchester, and just 20 minutes’ from the World Heritage ‘Jurassic Coast’. All of the bright rooms at Little Court offer private en suite bathrooms, Plasma TVs, and hospitality trays. Guests can also make use of free Wi-Fi and wired internet access via cable, CD players, and tea/ coffee facilities. Little Court’s award-winning breakfast is available, prepared using only the best produce from local farms. Evening meals are not offered, however there is an excellent public house nearby serving good food. Guests at Little Court can enjoy the beautiful, 4-acre garden, as well as the outdoor heated swimming pool and tennis court. There is ample free parking at the Little Court.

Built in 1635, The Old Tea House provides bed and breakfast in one of Dorchester’s oldest houses. With free Wi-Fi, this Dorset guest house serves homemade food including a full cooked breakfast. The guest room features a four-poster bed, desk and tea and coffee facilities, and spacious private living room with TV and DVD player. There is also a private bathroom with shower. A cooked English breakfast is served each morning. The tea room serves traditional afternoon tea with homemade cakes and scones, as well as meals throughout the day. Dorchester is known for its connections to author Thomas Hardy, who is believed to have taken tea at The Old Tea House. The Old Tea House is located in the centre of Dorchester, and other attractions within a 10-minute walk are the Dinosaur Museum, the Dorset Teddy Bear Museum and the Roman Town House.

The Frampton Arms features a restaurant, bar, a shared lounge and garden in Dorchester. There is a children's playground and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking. At the hotel, each room is equipped with a desk, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom. The Frampton Arms offers a continental or Full English/Irish breakfast. The accommodation offers a terrace. Guests at The Frampton Arms will be able to enjoy activities in and around Dorchester, like hiking and cycling. Bournemouth is 39 km from the hotel, while Weymouth is 17 km away. The nearest airport is Bournemouth Airport, 34 km from The Frampton Arms.

Situated just 10 minutes' drive from both the Tank Museum and Monkey World in Bovington, The Old Mill Bed and Breakfast offers free Wi-Fi and free onsite parking. This peaceful property is set within 2 acres next to the Bere Stream, in Bere Regis. Poole, Blandford, and Dorchester are 10 miles away. The airy and light rooms at The Old Mill Bed and Breakfast benefit from its own entrance, to ensure guests' privacy. They all feature a flat-screen TV, tea and coffee making facilities, and an en-suite bathroom with free toiletries. Locally sourced ingredients are used to produce a hearty cooked breakfast, which includes eggs from the onsite chickens. Bournemouth is a 30-minute drive from The Old Mill, and the edge of the New Forest National Park can be reached in around 40 minutes by car.

Situated near Dorchester, The Rivers Arms has a restaurant, bar, garden, and free WiFi throughout the property. Private parking can be arranged at an extra charge. A Full English/Irish breakfast is available each morning at the inn. The Rivers Arms offers a terrace. Bournemouth is 42 km from the accommodation, while Weymouth is 27 km from the property. The nearest airport is Bournemouth Airport, 44 km from The Rivers Arms.

Located in Winterborne Kingston, Greyhound Inn features a restaurant, bar, garden, and free WiFi. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a terrace. Private parking can be arranged at an extra charge. At the inn, each room has a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom. Guests at Greyhound Inn can enjoy a à la carte or a Full English/Irish breakfast. Bournemouth is 31 km from the accommodation, while Salisbury is 48 km away. The nearest airport is Bournemouth Airport, 25 km from Greyhound Inn.

Located in the picture postcard village of Milton Abbas, a 25-minute drive from Dorchester, Woodland Views offers hearty breakfasts, free Wi-Fi and extensive terraced area overlooking the wooded garden. The bedrooms at Woodland Views B&B are spacious and all have an en suite bathroom with free toiletries and a hairdryer. Each has a flat-screen TV and tea/coffee making facilities. The one bedroom chalet is built to the side of the house and is ideal for guests who prefer a self-catering holiday. In the morning, breakfast is served at a time to suit you and variations on the full English and vegetarian options are provided with prior notice. There is a pub a 10-minute walk away. Milton Abbey can be reached by foot in 15 minutes, and Blandford Forum is a 15-minute drive away. There is free parking at the property.

Dating back around 350 years, Yalbury Cottage is situated in the village of Lower Bockhampton, 2 miles from the historic town of Dorchester. It offers a restaurant and free Wi-Fi. Each room at Yalbury has views of the surrounding countryside and its own bathroom with a bath, a shower, toiletries and a hairdryer. Guests can also enjoy tea/coffee making facilities and flat-screen TVs. The restaurant, with its fireplaces and beamed ceiling, serves French cuisine made of fresh, local produce. Guests can also enjoy a drink in the lounge and a full English breakfast is served every morning. Dorchester Train Station is just 3 miles from the cottage, Weymouth is a 20 minutes’ drive away and Poole can be reached in a 30-minute drive. Parking is free at Yalbury Cottage.

Situated in the peaceful village of West Knighton, New Inn – Dorchester is a former 16th-century coaching inn. It blends original features with modern attributes, such as free WiFi and free on-site parking. A TV with Freeview channels is featured in each room at New Inn, as well as an en suite bathroom and hairdryer. A cooked breakfast is available each morning. Homemade pub food is served in the on-site pub restaurant, and uses locally sourced produce where possible. An extensive snack menu and unique specials board accompany the traditional British meals. There is no Continental breakfast option. The historic market town of Dorchester can be reached in a 10-minute drive and features a variety of shops and a Roman town house. Moreton Tea Rooms are a 15-minute drive away and offer lunches, cakes and cream teas.

A 25-minute drive from Dorchester and Blandford Forum, The Fox Inn is a pretty inn in the Dorset countryside. This dog-friendly property has free parking and WiFi, and a full English breakfast is served in the garden room. Each guest room has en suite facilities with shower, hairdryer and complementary toiletries, and the superior king room also has a bath. All have a TV with DVD player and tea and coffee facilities. Full English breakfast is served each morning. The traditional restaurant has oak-panelled walls and offers a regularly changing menu using seasonal ingredients. There are indulgent Sunday lunches from the carvery every weekend, and a patio dining area overlooking the inn’s landscaped gardens. The Fox Inn is around 16 miles from historic Shaftesbury, and 20 miles from Yeovil in neighbouring Somerset. The coastal towns of Poole and Weymouth can both be reached by car in around 35 minutes.

Located in Winfrith Newburgh in the Dorset region, The Red Lion Hotel at Winfrith provides accommodation with free private parking. Guests at the bed and breakfast can enjoy a Full English/Irish or a vegetarian breakfast. Guests can also relax in the garden. Bournemouth is 29 km from The Red Lion Hotel at Winfrith, while Weymouth is 14 km away. The nearest airport is Bournemouth Airport, 33 km from the accommodation.

In the picturesque village of Winterborne Zelston, Hilltop Barn offers bed and breakfast accommodation with free WiFi and free parking. It is surrounded by farmland, and offers beautiful views over the Purbeck Hills. The charming rooms retain traditional features like timber framing and exposed brick walls. Each also comes with facilities for making tea and coffee, and a flat-screen TV with a DVD player. Breakfast is provided each morning, and there is a range of options to choose from. Outdoor seating is available on the terrace, and there is also a library for guests to use. Situated just off the A31, between Sturminster Marshall and Bere Regis, Hilltop Barn is a 20-minute drive from Poole.

In the centre of Dorchester, The Casterbridge provides comfortable accommodation a 20-minute drive from Weymouth coast. Hardy’s Cottage, where Thomas Hardy was born, is less than 3 miles from the building. Rooms in the traditional Georgian building are spacious and airy, with TVs and tea and coffee-making facilities. There is free Wi-Fi available in public areas, and free private parking is possible nearby. Breakfast can be eaten in the dining room or the charming conservatory. Full English breakfast is available, and there are vegetarian options. Fresh fruits, yoghurts, and porridge are also served. Located just off the A35, The Casterbridge is a 10-minute walk from Dorchester West Rail Station.

Featuring a bar, The King's Arms is set in Dorchester. Boasting a 24-hour front desk, this property also has a restaurant and a terrace. Private parking can be arranged at no extra charge. At the hotel, every room includes a wardrobe. At The King's Arms all rooms include a desk, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom. à la carte and Full English/Irish breakfast options are available every morning at the accommodation. Bournemouth is 33 km from The King's Arms, while Weymouth is 17 km from the property. The nearest airport is Bournemouth Airport, 36 km from the hotel.

Situated in Dorchester centre, Westwood House is a 20-minute drive from the scenic coast at Weymouth. Set in an historical 4-story building, the guest house offers free Wi-Fi and cooked breakfasts. The individual rooms at Westwood are elegantly furnished, and each has a private bathroom with free toiletries. Rooms also feature tea/coffee facilities and a flat-screen TV with a DVD player. Generous, award-winning full English breakfasts are served daily in the bright conservatory dining room. Light continental options, vegetarian breakfasts and speciality teas are also available. The Westwood House guest house is located on an elegant Georgian street, just a few minutes’ walk from Dorchester’s shops and restaurants. Dorset’s scenic countryside can be reached in 10 minutes’ drive.

A 3-minute walk from Dorchester West Train Station, The Junction is a Marston’s Inn offering bed and breakfast in this historic Dorset town. Stylishly furnished rooms have free Wi-Fi and the ground floor location offers disabled access. Each room has an en suite bathroom, flat-screen TV with Freeview channels, desk, tea and coffee and complementary bottled water. A hearty breakfast is served to guests each morning. The inn serves a wide choice of classic pub food. Sandwiches, salads and light meals are joined by main courses including Wiltshire ham, egg and chips and British beef and Marston’s Ale pie. The market town of Dorchester is well-known as the former home of author Thomas Hardy, and was the inspiration for his novel ‘The Mayor of Casterbridge’. The Roman Town House is a local attraction, along with Maiden Castle around 2 miles from the town centre.

The Wessex Royale is a delightful Georgian hotel with an excellent location in the centre of Dorchester. It offers free WiFi. All rooms have premium digital TV channels and modern en suite bathrooms with a bath and power shower. The Wessex Royale is ideal for a relaxing break. The hotel was built in 1756 and its classic features include fireplaces, panelling and a magnificent grand staircase.

Located in Dorchester in the Dorset region, Aquila Heights Guest House provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The bed and breakfast offers a continental or Full English/Irish breakfast. Bournemouth is 49 km from Aquila Heights Guest House, while Weymouth is 12 km away. The nearest airport is Bournemouth Airport, 44 km from the accommodation.

The Duchess of Cornwall in Dorchester provides accommodation with a terrace and a bar. This 4-star inn offers free WiFi. The property features a restaurant. Each room has smart TV, radio and tea/coffee making facilities. The rooms also have an en-suite. The inn offers a Continental or Full English breakfast. Bournemouth is 41 km from The Duchess of Cornwall. The nearest airport is Bournemouth Airport, 45 km from the accommodation.

Located in Blandford Forum, 40 km from Weymouth, Lower Bryanston Farm provides a garden and free WiFi. Rooms include a private bathroom, flat-screen TV and an electric kettle with teas and herbal teas. A Full English/Irish breakfast is available daily at the bed and breakfast. If you would like to discover the area, hiking and cycling are possible in the surroundings. Bournemouth is 30 km from Lower Bryanston Farm, while Salisbury is 40 km away. The nearest airport is Bournemouth Airport, 29 km from the accommodation.

Located in West Lulworth, Castle Inn features a restaurant, bar, garden, and free WiFi throughout the property. Private parking can be arranged at an extra charge. Guest rooms are equipped with a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a kettle, a shower, a hairdryer and a wardrobe. At the hotel each room is fitted with a private bathroom with free toiletries. Buffet and à la carte breakfast options are available daily at Castle Inn. Bournemouth is 36 km from the accommodation, while Weymouth is 24 km away. The nearest airport is Bournemouth Airport, 33 km from Castle Inn.

On the edge of the Jurassic Coast, with stunning views and scenic footpaths around the building, The Smugglers Inn offers free Wi-Fi and free parking on site. The Osmington Mills are nearby, with beautiful views of the Isle of Portland. Rooms are traditionally furnished with a wooden floor, and each also benefits from a TV and an en suite bathroom with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Guests at The Smugglers Inn can enjoy award-winning ales, lagers from around the world, and a menu of fresh, seasonal dishes served in the restaurant. Weymouth is a 15-minute drive from the building. Dorchester can be reached in 20 minutes by car.

Nestled in the quiet village of West Lulworth, Limestone Hotel is a stylish country house with free parking, a restaurant, and easy access to both Dorset countryside and the Jurassic coastline. The UNESCO World Heritage Site of Lulworth Cove is half a mile from the property. Each room at Limestone Hotel features free Wi-Fi, an en suite bathroom, and a TV. Some rooms also boast views of the Dorset countryside. A hearty breakfast, which included a full English option, is served daily and it is included in the room rate. Afternoon tea, a dinner menu, and vegetarian dishes are also available in the restaurant, which boasts scenic views of the garden and countryside. Listed by “Visit Britain” as one of the top 10 natural wonders of the UK, Durdle Door is 1 and half mile away. Both Dorchester and Weymouth can be reached in 25 minutes’ drive from the hotel.