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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.

2 Bedrooms: A ground-floor room (accessible for those with reduced mobility) with 5 ft bed, private entrance and en suite wet room. First Floor Family Suite sleeping 4 (2 adults and 2 children) in two rooms with ensuite shower bathroom. Both have a smart TV (with Netflix) and Tea and Coffee making facilities. Cot/Z-bed is available (ground floor only).

Set in Dorchester, 19 km from Lulworth Cove, 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, 40 km from the accommodation.

Located in Dorchester, The Frampton Arms features a restaurant, bar, garden, and free WiFi throughout the property. Each room comes with a terrace. At the hotel, each room is equipped with a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. The Frampton Arms offers a continental or à la carte breakfast. The accommodation offers a children's playground. 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, 41 km from The Frampton Arms.

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.

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.

The Riviera is a beachfront, grade II listed property located on the seafront overlooking Weymouth and Portland with direct access on to the beach. Free parking is available on-site. Designed in an Art Deco style, some rooms are connected to the main building by covered pathways. All rooms feature free WiFi, en-suite bathrooms and tea/coffee making facilities, as well as a safe. All rooms are accessible from outside walkways, which you may sit along to admire the view of the bay. Facilities at this property include a large function room and a restaurant. Set in Bowleaze Cove the Riviera Hotel is just 2.5 miles from the town centre. Also nearby are the Sealife Centre, Brewers Quay and the Lodmoor nature reserve.

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.

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.

Crown Hotel sits on the edge of Blandford, with views of the Stour River's water meadows and the town. It has a gastro-style restaurant and a stylish, upmarket bar. There has been an inn on this site since the 1300s. The friendly, welcoming team will aim to make your stay enjoyable. All rooms are en suite and host some unique furniture, and Crown Hotel also has meeting rooms and a 200-seater function suite. Blandford Forum is nestled in Hardy's 'Blackmore Vale', 40 km from Bournemouth and 32 km from Salisbury.

Set in a 19th-century pub just a 10-minute drive from Dorchester town centre, The Black Dog Inn has an outdoor children’s playground. Real ales are served in the traditional bar, and food is served 7 days a week. Each soundproofed room has a flat-screen TV with Freesat. Free private parking is provided and the seaside town of Weymouth is a 20-minute car journey from The Black Dog. During the summer months, guests can relax with a drink in the large garden seating area. Full English breakfasts and an evening menu are available in the restaurant. The bright and airy bedrooms also have an en suite bathroom and tea and coffee making facilities.

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. Guests can have a drink at the snack bar. At the inn, each room has a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. Guests at Greyhound Inn can enjoy a à la carte or a Full English/Irish breakfast. Bournemouth is 31 km from the accommodation, while Weymouth is 34 km away. The nearest airport is Bournemouth Airport, 31 km from Greyhound Inn.

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.

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.

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.

Located in West Lulworth, Castle Inn features a restaurant, bar, garden, and free WiFi throughout the property. The hotel has family rooms. At the hotel, each room is fitted with a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. Guest rooms will provide guests with a wardrobe and a kettle. 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, 40 km from Castle Inn.

Situated in Wareham and with Wareham Town Museum reachable within 200 metres, The Bear Hotel features express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a restaurant, free WiFi and a bar. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with a terrace. At the hotel, rooms are equipped with a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. A à la carte breakfast is available each morning at The Bear Hotel. Monkey World is 300 metres from the accommodation. The nearest airport is Bournemouth Airport, 22 km from The Bear Hotel.

Featuring a restaurant, bar, garden and free WiFi, The Spice Ship is set in Weymouth, 8 km from Weymouth Harbour and 6 km from Weymouth Marina. The units in the inn are equipped with a TV. At The Spice Ship all rooms come with bed linen and towels. Guests at the accommodation can enjoy a Full English/Irish breakfast. The Spice Ship offers a children's playground. Sandsfoot Castle is 7 km from the inn. The nearest airport is Bournemouth Airport, 52 km from The Spice Ship.

On the doorstep of Lulworth Cove, with coastal views and scenic Jurassic footpaths, the Lulworth Cove Inn features a pub/restaurant, free Wi-Fi, and rooms with stunning sea views. Each room comes with an en suite bathroom, a flat-screen TV and tea/coffee making facilities. The pub serves award-winning Badger cask ales, lagers from around the world and a menu full of fresh, seasonal dishes. Packed lunches are available on request. Nearby attractions include Fossil Forest, Stair Hole and Dungy Head. Weymouth is a 30-minute drive from Lulworth Cove Inn.

Located 13 km from Wareham Town Museum, Rudds of Lulworth offers 4-star accommodation in Wareham and features a restaurant, a bar and a garden. This 4-star hotel offers room service. The hotel has family rooms. The units in the hotel are equipped with a flat-screen TV. All units include a private bathroom, bathrobes and bed linen. A Full English/Irish breakfast is available daily at Rudds of Lulworth. Monkey World is 12 km from the accommodation. The nearest airport is Bournemouth Airport, 34 km from Rudds of Lulworth.

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.

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.

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.

Set in Blandford Forum, The Charlton Inn has a restaurant, bar and free WiFi. Guests at the inn can enjoy a continental breakfast. Guests at The Charlton Inn will be able to enjoy activities in and around Blandford Forum, like fishing. Bournemouth is 22 km from the accommodation, while Weymouth is 33 km from the property. The nearest airport is Bournemouth Airport, 22 km from The Charlton Inn.

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.

With open views of the surrounding Dorset countryside, The Priory Hotel is nestled within 4 acres of English cottage gardens beside the River Frome. Free WiFi is provided, along with an on-site restaurant. Each guest room comes with an en-suite bathroom, a flat-screen TV with DVD player and tea/coffee making facilities. A full English breakfast, lunch and dinner can be enjoyed at the hotel, which also features a wine cellar housing 200 vintages. Lunch is served in the Garden Room but can also be enjoyed ‘alfresco’ on the terrace in the warmer months. The picturesque Lulworth Cove and Studland Beach can both be reached in a 20-minute drive. The hotel lies within the ancient market town and port of Wareham, which boasts Saxon town walls dating back to the 9th Century. Corfe Castle ruins and the village of Corfe are a 5-minute drive away.

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, the rooms have a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV. Rose and Crown provides some rooms that have a safety deposit box, and rooms include a private bathroom and a desk. Guests at the accommodation can enjoy a à la carte or a Full English/Irish breakfast. You can play darts at Rose and Crown. The Italian Villa is 16 km from the hotel, while Powerboat Training UK is 8 km from the property. The nearest airport is Bournemouth Airport, 23 km from Rose and Crown.

Dorset Resort Hotel has a restaurant, fitness centre, a bar and shared lounge in East Stoke. Among the various facilities of this property are a garden and a terrace. There is a barbecue and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking. At the hotel, the rooms have a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. All rooms will provide guests with a wardrobe and a kettle. Dorset Resort Hotel offers a continental or buffet breakfast. At the accommodation guests are welcome to take advantage of a sauna. You can play darts at Dorset Resort Hotel, and the area is popular for hiking and cycling. Bournemouth is 31 km from the hotel, while Weymouth is 26 km from the property. The nearest airport is Bournemouth Airport, 37 km from Dorset Resort Hotel.

During the week, The Old Ship Inn is a picturesque traditional pub and on Friday and Saturday nights it transforms into a lively venue for karaoke, DJs, and live bands until late into the night. In the very centre of town, Dorchester’s oldest pub offers en-suite rooms, Wi-Fi, and on-street parking nearby. Each room has en suite or private bathroom facilities with shower and complimentary toiletries. All rooms have a flat-screen TV and tea and coffee facilities. The historic county town of Dorset, Dorchester is famous for its connections to Thomas Hardy and has a Roman Town House and Maiden Castle among its attractions. The coastal resort of Weymouth is just 8 miles to the south. Guests can enjoy lunch and evening meals in the pub every day of the week. The Old Ship Inn is host to live music, discos, and karaoke until closing time. Guests party in this noisy town centre pub until 01:00 on Thursdays and 02:00 at weekends.

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.