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A table with various bottles and glasses of drinks, including a raspberry liqueur, tonic water, pink grapefruit gin, and fever-tree tonic water, set outdoors with a green umbrella and a stone wall in the background.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a desk with a chair, and a wardrobe.

A bar area with a brick wall, hanging pendant lights, and a counter with various bottles and glasses.

A stone building with two banners reading "The Frampton Arms" and "FREE HOUSE." There are windows, a red door, and a small garden area with plants.

1. The Frampton Arms

5.2 km from Athelhampton House and Gardens

Robert

Rp1.185.499

Rp1.422.599 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a wardrobe, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

A room with a bed, a bathtub, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.

A cozy living room with green walls, leather armchairs, a fireplace, and a bookshelf filled with books and decorative items.

A dining area with wooden tables and chairs, framed artwork on the walls, and a large window providing natural light.

2. Lulworth Cove Inn

14.6 km from Athelhampton House and Gardens

Michael Hugh

Rp1.940.817

Rp2.328.981 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A traditional pub with a clock, wooden beams, and outdoor seating.

A wooden tray with various tea and coffee products, including Twinings and Arriba brands, and Nescafe Gold packets.

A bedroom with a white metal bed frame, a white upholstered chair, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A bathroom with a bathtub, toilet, and sink.

3. The Smugglers Inn

12.9 km from Athelhampton House and Gardens

Mr C J

Rp1.872.788

Rp2.247.346 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A wooden table with a fruit basket, two glasses of champagne, and small white cups on a wooden board.

A cozy living room with a brick fireplace, two armchairs, and a patterned sofa.

A dining table set with plates, glasses, and candles, with a fireplace in the background.

A traditional thatched-roof cottage with brick walls, multiple windows, and potted plants.

4. Yalbury Cottage

5.8 km from Athelhampton House and Gardens

Ardyce

Rp1.530.644

Rp1.836.773 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A room with a purple sofa, a grey sofa, and a white table with a vase of flowers.

A reception area with a fireplace, a mirror, and a bookshelf with books.

A cozy living room with a plaid sofa, a wooden side table, and a lamp.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a fireplace, and a window with curtains.

5. Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester

8.7 km from Athelhampton House and Gardens

Alan Peter

Rp1.197.504

Rp1.437.005 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A restaurant with a large copper dome, wooden tables, and potted plants.

A bar with copper tap handles, a sign reading "Fursy Fergret," and a "Seedors Gold" beer tap.

A view through a window with a book on a windowsill.

A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden nightstand, a chair, a TV, and a window with a view.

6. The Duchess of Cornwall Inn

10.3 km from Athelhampton House and Gardens

Colin

Rp1.400.590

Rp1.680.708 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A building with a green door, a wooden fence, and hanging flower baskets.

A wooden structure labeled "The Garden Kitchen Pizza & Grill" with a thatched roof and a variety of bottles on the counter.

A cozy bar area with wooden furniture, a bar counter, and shelves stocked with bottles.

A traditional pub with a wooden exterior, a covered outdoor seating area, and hanging flower baskets.

7. Greyhound Inn Freehouse

9.9 km from Athelhampton House and Gardens

Kelly

Rp1.458.615

Rp1.750.337 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A dining area with a wooden table, chairs, and a blue patterned rug.

A bedroom with a large bed, a chair, a desk, a fireplace, and a wardrobe.

A traditional thatched-roof house with a wooden extension, surrounded by a well-maintained garden and neighboring houses.

A kitchen with a dining area, featuring a striped tablecloth, wooden chairs, and a vase of flowers.

8. Barton Cottage Bed and Breakfast

8.6 km from Athelhampton House and Gardens

Roger

Rp2.685.051

Rp3.222.157 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A dining area with a round wooden table, chairs, and a stained glass lamp.

A living room with a brown leather sofa, a wooden side table, and a white radiator.

An outdoor seating area with wooden tables and benches, surrounded by flowers and a building with a thatched roof.

A brick house with a wooden door, white-framed windows, and a garden with colorful flowers.

9. The Brewers Arms

13.5 km from Athelhampton House and Gardens

Tracy

Rp2.200.927

Rp2.641.112 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows offering views of the countryside, and a skylight above.

A hotel room with wicker furniture, a bed, a small table, and a view of a parking lot and trees.

A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a lamp on each table, and a large picture above the bed.

A wooden deck with outdoor seating and a view of a parking lot and greenery.

10. Durdle Door Hotel

15 km from Athelhampton House and Gardens

LISA

Rp2.609.299

Rp3.131.159 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A traditional thatched-roof building with a white picket fence, labeled "CASTLE INN PUB & ROOMS," featuring outdoor seating and planters.

A bedroom with a brick fireplace, a wooden headboard, and a bedside table with a lamp.

A door with the number 8 and the words "Tossil Forest" in gold lettering.

A cozy room with a grey armchair, a small wooden table with a kettle, and a coffee machine.

11. Castle Inn

14.6 km from Athelhampton House and Gardens

Paul

Rp2.320.977

Rp2.785.172 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A brick building with multiple windows and a door, surrounded by a garden with orange flowers.

A rural property with a grassy field, a wooden barn, and a large tree.

A dining area with wooden tables and chairs, equipped with cutlery and napkins.

A bedroom with a bed, nightstand, lamp, and a window.

12. The Old Mill Bere Regis

7.4 km from Athelhampton House and Gardens

Freddie

Rp2.401.011

Rp2.881.213 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a chandelier, and a geometric-patterned wall.

A hallway with a textured wall, a chandelier, a door with frosted glass panels, and a small table with a vase.

A garden with potted plants and a barbecue grill.

A hallway with a chandelier, a staircase, and a door with frosted glass panels.

13. Ashmira Guest House

16.5 km from Athelhampton House and Gardens

Rp2.250.948

Rp2.250.948 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A room with a bay window overlooking a beach, featuring wicker chairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a view of people on the beach.

A beach with cliffs, a sailboat, and people relaxing.

A marina with several boats docked, surrounded by residential buildings.

A room with two grey upholstered chairs facing a window with a view of the sea. A small table with a wine bottle and glass is between the chairs.

14. Lichfield House

16.7 km from Athelhampton House and Gardens

Rosa

Rp2.569.082

Rp2.569.082 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A traditional room with wooden flooring, green upholstered chairs, a wooden table, and a bookshelf in the background.

A traditional bedroom with a bed, a desk, and a chair. There are framed pictures on the wall and a chandelier above the bed.

A historic building with a sign reading "Crown Hotel," featuring a traditional brick facade, multiple windows, and outdoor seating with umbrellas.

15. Crown Hotel

16.6 km from Athelhampton House and Gardens

Krisztina

Rp1.440.607

Rp1.728.728 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

An indoor swimming pool with a glass ceiling, clear poolside railing, and a no diving sign.

An indoor patio area with a stone wall, a white fence, and a row of metal chairs.

A neatly made bed with white linens, a black headboard, and a bedside table with a lamp.

A bar area with a wooden counter, two chairs, a wine glass, a bottle, and a vase with flowers.

16. Best Western Weymouth Hotel Rembrandt

16.5 km from Athelhampton House and Gardens

David

Rp1.963.027

Rp2.355.633 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A room with a wooden floor, a pool table, a bench, and a mural of a beach.

A fireplace with a brick surround and a decorative stone piece in the center.

A bar area with a wooden counter and five stools, a blue door, and a mural of a beach scene.

17. Jurassic Bay Holidays

17 km from Athelhampton House and Gardens

Daniel

Rp1.492.191

Rp2.390.883 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

An aerial view of a golf course with multiple fairways, sand traps, and lush greenery.

A golf course with a clubhouse, flags, and a clear sky.

A table set for dining with clear glassware, folded napkins, and a candle.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with a view.

18. The Dorset Golf Hotel

9.8 km from Athelhampton House and Gardens

Diane

Rp2.176.417

Rp2.611.700 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A vintage-themed restaurant interior with a wooden table, cushioned bench, and rope-wrapped stool.

A hotel room with a bed, two pillows with nautical designs, a framed botanical illustration, bedside lamps, and a tray with glasses and a bottle.

A building with a sign reading "THE SPICE SHIP" and a welcome sign for a restaurant, accommodation, and live sports.

A cozy room with a fireplace, leather armchairs, a round table, and a wicker chair.

19. The Spice Ship

12.8 km from Athelhampton House and Gardens

Joe Moore

Rp2.112.890

Rp2.112.890 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A corner building with a white awning labeled "Timid."

A marina with multiple sailboats docked, surrounded by terraced buildings.

A bedroom with a bed, two chairs, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Two patterned chairs facing a window with a checkered blind.

20. Timrick Lodge Hotel

16.8 km from Athelhampton House and Gardens

Martin

Rp1.217.673

Rp1.461.207 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Athelhampton House and Gardens

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Frampton Arms	9.2 Wonderful 657 reviews	View
Lulworth Cove Inn	9.4 Exceptional 219 reviews	View
The Smugglers Inn	9.2 Wonderful 88 reviews	View
Yalbury Cottage	9.4 Exceptional 110 reviews	View
Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester	8.8 Excellent 616 reviews	View

Top Athelhampton House and Gardens Hotel Reviews

The Frampton Arms

8/10 Good

"Literally 5 m from the functional train rails. Train stops from 12 pm to 5:30 am. Pub music stops at 11 pm. Dinner was ok. We skipped breakfast due to amazing reviews. Pictures do not match the actual result."

Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely place to stay, convenient for town and for visiting Dorsey County Hospital which was my main reason for visiting Dorchester."

The Fox Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely country inn , very friendly helpful staff, meals very good quality, room very comfortable, everything we needed for our few days visiting Dorset ."

The Casterbridge

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely place. Spotless and comfortable and great breakfast."

The Duchess of Cornwall Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely clean large room. Great tv with a superb picture. Plenty of tea / coffee and biscuits welcome tray. We were surprised how quiet our sleep was, the pub below was busy but no sound from it. The decoration of the whole venue is incredible with so much to look at. There is a lot of car spaces but the area is very busy so it’s a bit of a search to find one."

Yalbury Cottage

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent stay and friendly staff"

The Old Mill Bere Regis

10/10 Excellent

"Fantastic experience and I would highly recommend this B&B to fellow travellers. The surrounding area is full of interesting things to do and we enjoyed a few nights in the Drax Arms just a couple of hundred yards away."

The Old School House

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing wish we had longer"

Nuthatch Cabin at Cloudshill Glade - Campsite

10/10 Excellent

"I like place , but too hot in summer and due to in forest it has bugs so cant open windows , I like my trip here but needed Ac in summer and bit mosquito treatment"

Other attractions near Athelhampton House and Gardens

Kingston Maurward Park and Gardens

10.0/10 (2 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Kingston Maurward Park and Gardens, a lovely green space in Stinsford. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply savour its lively bars.

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Tolpuddle Martyrs Museum

8.0/10 (1 review)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Tolpuddle Martyrs Museum during your travels in Tolpuddle. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this quaint area.

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Sculpture by the Lakes

10.0/10 (3 reviews)

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Sculpture by the Lakes during your trip to Affpuddle and Turnerspuddle. Stroll along the seaside in this quaint area or visit its cosy cafes.

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Hardy's Cottage

10.0/10 (3 reviews)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Hardy's Cottage in Higher Bockhampton. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this quaint area or visit its lively bars.

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Clouds Hill

You can find out about the history of Affpuddle and Turnerspuddle with a visit to Clouds Hill. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this quaint area.

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Warmwell Holiday Park Ski Slope

9.0/10 (2 reviews)

Hit the slopes in Crossways with a visit to Warmwell Holiday Park Ski Slope. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply savour its cosy cafes.

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Mill House Cider Museum

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Mill House Cider Museum in Owermoigne. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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Max Gate

10.0/10 (2 reviews)

You can browse the exhibits at Max Gate, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Dorchester. Amble around this culturally rich area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Athelhampton House and Gardens?

Athelhampton House and Gardens is located in a welcoming area of Athelhampton and Puddletown known for its bar scene and cosy cafes. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 5 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near Athelhampton House and Gardens?

The Oak at Dewlish is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this B&B offers a restaurant and free parking. It's located 2.5 mi (4 km) from Athelhampton House and Gardens. Other good options within 5 miles include The Frampton Arms and Yalbury Cottage.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Athelhampton House and Gardens?

Expedia has 5 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Athelhampton House and Gardens.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Athelhampton House and Gardens, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals available near Athelhampton House and Gardens.

What can I see and do near Athelhampton House and Gardens?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Tolpuddle Martyrs Museum and Mill House Cider Museum. While you're exploring, swing by Hardy's Cottage, Clouds Hill and Max Gate to learn a bit about the area. You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Sculpture by the Lakes and Kingston Maurward Park and Gardens.

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Our top choices for Athelhampton House and Gardens hotels

1. The Frampton Arms

2. Lulworth Cove Inn

3. The Smugglers Inn

4. Yalbury Cottage

5. Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester

6. The Duchess of Cornwall Inn

7. Greyhound Inn Freehouse

8. Barton Cottage Bed and Breakfast

9. The Brewers Arms

10. Durdle Door Hotel

11. Castle Inn

12. The Old Mill Bere Regis

13. Ashmira Guest House

14. Lichfield House

15. Crown Hotel

16. Best Western Weymouth Hotel Rembrandt

17. Jurassic Bay Holidays

18. The Dorset Golf Hotel

19. The Spice Ship

20. Timrick Lodge Hotel

Compare popular hotels close to Athelhampton House and Gardens

Top Athelhampton House and Gardens Hotel Reviews

The Frampton Arms

Sleeping Bear Hotel Dorchester

The Fox Inn

The Casterbridge

The Duchess of Cornwall Inn

Yalbury Cottage

The Old Mill Bere Regis

The Old School House

Nuthatch Cabin at Cloudshill Glade - Campsite

Other attractions near Athelhampton House and Gardens

Kingston Maurward Park and Gardens

Tolpuddle Martyrs Museum

Sculpture by the Lakes

Hardy's Cottage

Clouds Hill

Warmwell Holiday Park Ski Slope

Mill House Cider Museum

Max Gate

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