Dorset Luxury Bed & Breakfasts Guide

recommended four or five star, and other luxury B&Bs and guest houses in Dorset


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The Old George

Broadwindsor

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  • 5* rated
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former coaching inn, Grade II listed, in a pretty village, with luxurious rooms, a pleasant English garden and serving a hearty breakfast

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farmhouse set in 35 acres of land - home to a menagerie of animals - offering well-appointed rooms and a hearty, award-winning breakfast

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a stylish and beautifully presented guest house situated a few minutes walk from the beach with comfortable, tastefully decorated rooms

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Grade II listed Georgian townhouse featuring cosy rooms, modern and traditional styles, a cellar bar and a tranquil, walled garden

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features three guest rooms furnished to a high standard that are set in a converted stable block separate from the main bar and restaurant

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17th-century inn, retains flagstone floors, roaring fires and cosy alcoves, set in a picture-postcard village surrounded by Cranborne Chase scenery

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  • 4* rated
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a short walk from the town centre. this high quality B&B is highly rated for gorgeous, luxuriously appointed rooms and a superb breakfast

The Smugglers Inn

Osmington Mills

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  • 4* rated
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a 13th century smuggler's haunt situated on the South West Coastal Path, it offers traditionally furnished rooms and fresh, seasonal food

Birch House

Weymouth

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set in a landscaped garden, on warm days enjoy breakfast on the sun terrace

No 12 B&B

Lyme Regis

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set on the outskirts of town, a family run guesthouse providing a comfortable stay and enjoy breakfast in the room at your leisure

The Poachers Inn

Piddletrenthide

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a welcoming, traditional pub, set in a peaceful village with a babbling stream running through the gardens, close to the famous Cerne Giant

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Edwardian house located between Charmouth and Lyme Regis with views over the Dorset countryside offering comfy, well-appointed rooms

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close to excellent walking and Eype Beach, this small family-run hotel enjoys a unique position, tucked down a lane near to the coast