Around 15 minutes’ drive from Shaftesbury, Yew Tree View provides studio accommodation in the Dorset village of Marnhull, the inspiration for Marlott in Thomas Hardy’s Tess of the d’Urbervilles.
This Georgian building is in Shaftesbury town centre. It is now a stylish hotel with free Wi-Fi and large rooms with luxury beds, flat-screen TVs, and coffee machines.
The Talbot in Iwerne Minster has 2-star accommodation with a restaurant and a bar. The property is around 35 km from Poole Harbour, 38 km from Longleat Safari Park and 39 km from Longleat House.
Set in beautiful gardens with a tennis court and croquet, surrounded by fields and a stream with excellent walking and sightseeing nearby.
Situated on the outskirts of Shaftesbury, set within picturesque private grounds, this Georgian ex-monastery has been transformed into a hotel.
In the heart of Shaftesbury, La Fleur de Lys offers well-equipped bedrooms and an award-winning restaurant as well as a lounge bar, free parking and free Wi-Fi.
Located in Gillingham, in a historic building, 29 km from Longleat Safari Park, Church Farm is a bed and breakfast with a garden and shared lounge.
Lodbourne House B&B features accommodation in a quiet residential area of Gillingham. Complimentary WiFi is provided. The property is within walking distance of local amenities.
Set in the Blackmore Vale, Hillarnias Tearoom and B&B is in a quiet location just off the A350, 4 miles south of Shaftesbury.
Less than 10 minutes’ drive from Blandford Forum, The Willows enjoys an attractive village setting in the Dorset countryside.
