The Hunters Moon
$89
/ night
Avg. for October
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$89
/ night
Avg. for October
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at The Hunters Moon average $83 in March, the cheapest month, and $102 in August, the most expensive, based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | $93 |
| February | $89 |
| March | $83 |
| April | $95 |
| May | $99 |
| June | $99 |
| July | $97 |
| August | $102 |
| September | $98 |
| October | $89 |
| November | $83 |
| December | $94 |
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Cheapest: March (~$83)
About this property
This smoke-free inn features sailing nearby, scuba diving nearby, and mountain biking nearby.
Amenities
This smoke-free inn features sailing nearby, scuba diving nearby, and mountain biking nearby.
Business amenities
Free self parking is available onsite.
Dining
At The Hunters Moon, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Breakfast is available for a fee.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 8 guestrooms.
Location
When you stay at The Hunters Moon in Sherborne, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Cerne Abbas Giant and Badger Watch Dorset. This inn is 5.7 mi (9.1 km) from Clay Pigeon Raceway and 6.4 mi (10.3 km) from Pageant Gardens.
What's nearby
Badger Watch Dorset(4.3 miles)
Cerne Abbas Giant(4.6 miles)
Clay Pigeon Raceway(5.7 miles)
Pageant Gardens(6.4 miles)
Sherborne Abbey(6.4 miles)
South West Survival(6.5 miles)
Sherborne Museum(6.5 miles)
St John's Almshouses(6.6 miles)
Sherborne Castle(6.7 miles)
Sherborne Steam and Waterwheel Centre(6.9 miles)
Sherborne Old Castle(6.9 miles)
Global Images Gallery(7 miles)
Dorset National Landscape(9.3 miles)
Yeovil Country Park(10.1 miles)
Borough Gardens(11 miles)
Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)(36.9 miles)
Bristol International Airport (BRS)(49.5 miles)
Scuba Diving
Fishing
Horse Riding
Bird Watching
Breakfast Available (surcharge)
Parking (Self) (free)
Location
Middlemarsh, Middlemarsh, Sherborne, England, United Kingdom
Badger Watch Dorset (4.3 miles)
Cerne Abbas Giant (4.6 miles)
Clay Pigeon Raceway (5.7 miles)
Pageant Gardens (6.4 miles)
Sherborne Abbey (6.4 miles)
South West Survival (6.5 miles)
Room options
1
Superior Suite, Ensuite (Luxury)
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
Private Bathroom
1
Suite, Ensuite
Room details
1 Full Bed
, 1 Sofa Bed
, and 1 Futon Bed
2 Twin Beds
, 1 Sofa Bed
, and 1 Futon Bed
Sleeps 4
Private Bathroom
1
Double Room, Ensuite
Room details
1 Full Bed
Sleeps 2
Private Bathroom
Guest reviews of The Hunters Moon
8.6
Fabulous
Based on 394 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
17%
Couple
52%
Family
23%
Group
6%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Across the reviews, The Hunters Moon stands out as a friendly country pub with rooms, praised for its warm welcome, relaxed atmosphere, and quiet rural base for exploring Dorset and nearby towns.
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What guests think
Across the reviews, The Hunters Moon stands out as a friendly country pub with rooms, praised for its warm welcome, relaxed atmosphere, and quiet rural base for exploring Dorset and nearby towns.
Rooms are generally comfortable but often described as dated, with some small or dark spaces, occasional noise, and reports of weak shower pressure. Cleanliness feedback is mixed: many found rooms spotless, while several mention bathroom maintenance issues and sporadic lapses. Food receives frequent praise for quality, value, gluten free choices and smaller portions, though a few guests criticised dishes or a Sunday carvery and one noted a three star hygiene rating. Expect a welcoming, good-value pub stay with simple rooms and popular dining.
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Facilities
Traditional country pub with on-site bar and restaurant; several guests mention a good beer and cider selection. Limited additional facilities are noted.
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10
Jean
Oct 8, 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
Visited for a short break and had a very pleasant stay. Friendly staff, efficiently run traditional pub serving excellent food. Generous supplies of tea, coffee etc in rooms, plus complimentary bottled water provided. Ample parking. Located in easy reach of Sherborne and Dorchester. Can recommend.
Visited for a short break and had a very pleasant stay. Friendly staff, efficiently run traditional pub serving excellent food. Generous supplies of tea, coffee etc in rooms, plus complimentary bottled water provided. Ample parking. Located in easy reach of Sherborne and Dorchester. Can recommend.
10
Richard
Mar 28, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent value given free cancellation option, free breakfast and tea/coffee/biscuits in room. Nice varied menu and nice bar area with plenty of seating. Rooms are clean, double bed and flat screen premium tv. Nice en-suite. Bear in mind, the bar closes at 2.30pm and reopens at 6pm this time of year.
Excellent value given free cancellation option, free breakfast and tea/coffee/biscuits in room. Nice varied menu and nice bar area with plenty of seating. Rooms are clean, double bed and flat screen premium tv. Nice en-suite. Bear in mind, the bar closes at 2.30pm and reopens at 6pm this time of year.
10
Harry
Mar 5, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Fantastic pub accomodations! My room was ground floor with its own entrance (think similar to an old American motor hotel) ten steps from the door to the pub & dining room. The room was clean, updated, and cozy. Excellent staff, and the food was excellent. I'm looking forward to my return.
Fantastic pub accomodations! My room was ground floor with its own entrance (think similar to an old American motor hotel) ten steps from the door to the pub & dining room. The room was clean, updated, and cozy. Excellent staff, and the food was excellent. I'm looking forward to my return.
10
Danielle
Mar 3, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Booked this as a short break away. Easy to book, quick confirmation. Good price. Received email allowing us to check in, as we wanted to arrive earlier, they arranged for key to be available for us. Room very comfortable, heating on for our arrival. Comfortable bed, tv, tea and coffee making facilities. Clean bathroom with shower. We booked a table for dinner in the restaurant, received a friendly warm welcome, nice staff. Great food and drink selection, reasonable prices. Breakfast was included, arranged what we wanted and what time the previous evening then just turn up at arranged time. Great service from Dean, a really friendly guy. Ate in the restaurant again on 2nd night as we were really impressed. Overall we thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Hunters Moon and would highly recommend either a stay there or just going for a meal if you are in the area.
Booked this as a short break away. Easy to book, quick confirmation. Good price. Received email allowing us to check in, as we wanted to arrive earlier, they arranged for key to be available for us. Room very comfortable, heating on for our arrival. Comfortable bed, tv, tea and coffee making facilities. Clean bathroom with shower. We booked a table for dinner in the restaurant, received a friendly warm welcome, nice staff. Great food and drink selection, reasonable prices. Breakfast was included, arranged what we wanted and what time the previous evening then just turn up at arranged time. Great service from Dean, a really friendly guy. Ate in the restaurant again on 2nd night as we were really impressed. Overall we thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Hunters Moon and would highly recommend either a stay there or just going for a meal if you are in the area.
8
Geoffrey
Jul 30, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Conveniently located for touring Dorset with ready access to the countryside and coastal walking. Good selection of beers and ciders. Efficient staff and food options to suit all tastes. The option to have small prtions at dinner was very welcome and more hotels and pubs would do well to follow Dean's lead.
Conveniently located for touring Dorset with ready access to the countryside and coastal walking. Good selection of beers and ciders. Efficient staff and food options to suit all tastes. The option to have small prtions at dinner was very welcome and more hotels and pubs would do well to follow Dean's lead.
10
Yvonne
Oct 29, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Quiet country pub with a nice atmosphere. Excellent breakfast and good choice of pub food for an evening meal. Good value for money.
Quiet country pub with a nice atmosphere. Excellent breakfast and good choice of pub food for an evening meal. Good value for money.
10
Andrew
Aug 31, 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
Great welcome owner and staff very friendly Food was excellent Rooms a bit tired but very clean pub opens for lunch time closes on afternoon before opening again at 6pm
Great welcome owner and staff very friendly Food was excellent Rooms a bit tired but very clean pub opens for lunch time closes on afternoon before opening again at 6pm
10
Neil
Oct 7, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
This is the fifth time in two years we have stayed here. Dean and his team have always been very welcoming and made us feel very welcome. The variety of food on offer in the restaurant is exceptional and what we like is, they offer you the choice of a small or regular size meal, great for those with a smaller appetite. His breakfasts really set you up for the day. The room is always clean and well stocked with tea, coffee etc. and bottled water is complementary. Great place for a short break. Looking forward to our next visit.
This is the fifth time in two years we have stayed here. Dean and his team have always been very welcoming and made us feel very welcome. The variety of food on offer in the restaurant is exceptional and what we like is, they offer you the choice of a small or regular size meal, great for those with a smaller appetite. His breakfasts really set you up for the day. The room is always clean and well stocked with tea, coffee etc. and bottled water is complementary. Great place for a short break. Looking forward to our next visit.
10
Jon
Dec 1, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely place Good food good real ale good people lovely log fire very cozy
Lovely place Good food good real ale good people lovely log fire very cozy
10
Barry
Apr 9, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The hotel/bar is set in a stunning location away from the hussle and bussle of other towns close by. Great food with great service.
The hotel/bar is set in a stunning location away from the hussle and bussle of other towns close by. Great food with great service.
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Cleanliness
Many guests found rooms clean or spotless, but feedback is mixed overall. Several reviews cite bathroom maintenance issues (mould or limescale, grubby grout, hair or dust) and one noted a three star food hygiene rating.
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10
Elizabeth
Oct 8, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful clean room, friendly staff, and good food. I told them that I am gluten intolerant, when I booked my stay and there was no problem with providing me with food that I could safely eat. Very good breakfast, cereal, fruit, toast and a delicious full English with good quality ingredients.
Beautiful clean room, friendly staff, and good food. I told them that I am gluten intolerant, when I booked my stay and there was no problem with providing me with food that I could safely eat. Very good breakfast, cereal, fruit, toast and a delicious full English with good quality ingredients.
8
Anthony
Oct 15, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The room was clean, but did notice the bin in the bathroom hadn't been moved so behind not cleaned. The staff were very friendly. The breakfast was brilliant and good quality foods used. I had a very good steak pie evening meal and bar staff friendly
The room was clean, but did notice the bin in the bathroom hadn't been moved so behind not cleaned. The staff were very friendly. The breakfast was brilliant and good quality foods used. I had a very good steak pie evening meal and bar staff friendly
10
Kathleen
Nov 12, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
I stayed here as a solo traveler for work - the room was clean and had everything i needed. I was even given an extra heater as it had turned cold but i didnt need to use it, the room was warm enough. All staff were lovely and very welcoming. The bar serves lovely food and pricing is reasonable. Would stay again next time Im in the area.
I stayed here as a solo traveler for work - the room was clean and had everything i needed. I was even given an extra heater as it had turned cold but i didnt need to use it, the room was warm enough. All staff were lovely and very welcoming. The bar serves lovely food and pricing is reasonable. Would stay again next time Im in the area.
6
Karina
Jul 27, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
This is a very mixed review because while the staff were lovely, and the food served in the pub was delicious, parts of the room were not clean. The beds had clean crisp white sheets and were comfortable, but the floor had bits of flick, and the bedside tables were dusty. There was also some bits of hair in the shower. The bathroom was a bit grubby and the grout between the tiles was light grey in some places and black in others. The room was dated with some of the surfaces having varnish that had flaked off. Which would absolutely fine if it had been given a good clean.
This is a very mixed review because while the staff were lovely, and the food served in the pub was delicious, parts of the room were not clean. The beds had clean crisp white sheets and were comfortable, but the floor had bits of flick, and the bedside tables were dusty. There was also some bits of hair in the shower. The bathroom was a bit grubby and the grout between the tiles was light grey in some places and black in others. The room was dated with some of the surfaces having varnish that had flaked off. Which would absolutely fine if it had been given a good clean.
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D
Jul 26, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
The bathroom was scummy and dirty, they wouldn’t give me clean towels after being informed that If I leave in shower they would give fresh ones , if you need sleep early you will be kept awake , food was cooked earlier in week and heated up when ordered. Hash browns on breakfast were soggy, bacon looked although it would get up and walk off it was under cooked, the owner probably has no idea his staff are not cleaning rooms , the owner was very nice though
The bathroom was scummy and dirty, they wouldn’t give me clean towels after being informed that If I leave in shower they would give fresh ones , if you need sleep early you will be kept awake , food was cooked earlier in week and heated up when ordered. Hash browns on breakfast were soggy, bacon looked although it would get up and walk off it was under cooked, the owner probably has no idea his staff are not cleaning rooms , the owner was very nice though
10
Nick
Dec 29, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The room was clean and warm when I booked in, the welcome was very good and the food excellent
The room was clean and warm when I booked in, the welcome was very good and the food excellent
10
Paul
Oct 13, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Very nice and clean and staff were lovely
Very nice and clean and staff were lovely
10
Tracey
Dec 10, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Spotlessly clean, food was really good, friendly staff.
Spotlessly clean, food was really good, friendly staff.
4
Brett
Aug 23, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The state of the bathroom is unpleasant. The mould, limescale and general upkeep is severely lacking. The road noise due to the open windows results in a noisy room and the use of earplugs to get any sleep.
The state of the bathroom is unpleasant. The mould, limescale and general upkeep is severely lacking. The road noise due to the open windows results in a noisy room and the use of earplugs to get any sleep.
10
Lucy
Oct 26, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The staff and owners all very friendly and helpful. Room was nice and spacious, clean and tidy. Definitely recommend staying here
The staff and owners all very friendly and helpful. Room was nice and spacious, clean and tidy. Definitely recommend staying here
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Rooms
Rooms are comfortable and functional, though frequently described as dated; sizes vary from spacious to compact. Some guests reported dark or low-ceiling rooms, occasional noise (music, road, smoke), and weak shower pressure or soft mattresses.
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Daniel
Aug 4, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Very pleasant stay. Staff were very nice and helpful. The decor of the rooms is a little outdated now but for 4 nights was a lovely stsy
Very pleasant stay. Staff were very nice and helpful. The decor of the rooms is a little outdated now but for 4 nights was a lovely stsy
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Adriaan
Jul 22, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Kamer was zeer gehorig. Erg laag plafond en één heel klein raam, kamer daardoor erg donker. Zeer slecht bed. Veel last van rook in de kamer door de vuurkorf buiten.
Kamer was zeer gehorig. Erg laag plafond en één heel klein raam, kamer daardoor erg donker. Zeer slecht bed. Veel last van rook in de kamer door de vuurkorf buiten.
10
Harry
Mar 5, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Fantastic pub accomodations! My room was ground floor with its own entrance (think similar to an old American motor hotel) ten steps from the door to the pub & dining room. The room was clean, updated, and cozy. Excellent staff, and the food was excellent. I'm looking forward to my return.
Fantastic pub accomodations! My room was ground floor with its own entrance (think similar to an old American motor hotel) ten steps from the door to the pub & dining room. The room was clean, updated, and cozy. Excellent staff, and the food was excellent. I'm looking forward to my return.
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Ian
Sep 22, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
I stay in hotels Monday to Friday week in week out, there was no water pressure so the water dribbled out of the shower head, the mattress was about 4 inches thick so you could feel the bed frame, I asked for sausage and toast for breakfast. The bread must of just passed over the toaster because it was far from toasted. This is one hotel I would not come back too
I stay in hotels Monday to Friday week in week out, there was no water pressure so the water dribbled out of the shower head, the mattress was about 4 inches thick so you could feel the bed frame, I asked for sausage and toast for breakfast. The bread must of just passed over the toaster because it was far from toasted. This is one hotel I would not come back too
10
Robert
Aug 3, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Friendly staff, good atmosphere in the pub and dining. Good food choice and drinks. Room comfortable, quality breakfast included, they also provided a packed lunch when I could not stay for breakfast.
Friendly staff, good atmosphere in the pub and dining. Good food choice and drinks. Room comfortable, quality breakfast included, they also provided a packed lunch when I could not stay for breakfast.
8
Valerie
Jul 18, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Very friendly staff, lovely evening meals and just about anything you like for breakfast. Smallish rooms but perfectly adequate . Would happily go there again.
Very friendly staff, lovely evening meals and just about anything you like for breakfast. Smallish rooms but perfectly adequate . Would happily go there again.
10
Andrew
Aug 31, 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
Great welcome owner and staff very friendly Food was excellent Rooms a bit tired but very clean pub opens for lunch time closes on afternoon before opening again at 6pm
Great welcome owner and staff very friendly Food was excellent Rooms a bit tired but very clean pub opens for lunch time closes on afternoon before opening again at 6pm
8
Derek
Sep 15, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Very nice friendly country pub hotel, we ate in the restaurant 2 nights, food excellent also breakfast small full English like a large one plenty of it ,our only gripe would be the room was very dark needed lights on most of the time very nice owners
Very nice friendly country pub hotel, we ate in the restaurant 2 nights, food excellent also breakfast small full English like a large one plenty of it ,our only gripe would be the room was very dark needed lights on most of the time very nice owners
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Shane
Feb 20, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great service and food. However, the 3 star hygiene rating was a shock. It's a old venue, but the water pressure was really terrible.
Great service and food. However, the 3 star hygiene rating was a shock. It's a old venue, but the water pressure was really terrible.
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Lucy
Oct 26, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The staff and owners all very friendly and helpful. Room was nice and spacious, clean and tidy. Definitely recommend staying here
The staff and owners all very friendly and helpful. Room was nice and spacious, clean and tidy. Definitely recommend staying here
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Service
Service is a strong point, with friendly, welcoming hosts and attentive staff noted across many stays. A small number reported brusque interactions at check in.
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Christopher
Dec 13, 2022
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Stayed 1 night
We were met with a very friendly greeting by the owner and his family
We were met with a very friendly greeting by the owner and his family
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Kathleen
Nov 12, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
I stayed here as a solo traveler for work - the room was clean and had everything i needed. I was even given an extra heater as it had turned cold but i didnt need to use it, the room was warm enough. All staff were lovely and very welcoming. The bar serves lovely food and pricing is reasonable. Would stay again next time Im in the area.
I stayed here as a solo traveler for work - the room was clean and had everything i needed. I was even given an extra heater as it had turned cold but i didnt need to use it, the room was warm enough. All staff were lovely and very welcoming. The bar serves lovely food and pricing is reasonable. Would stay again next time Im in the area.
10
Neil
Jun 10, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Lovely place to stay. Really good value for money. Excellent restaurant. Staff really friendly. Stayed there four times now.
Lovely place to stay. Really good value for money. Excellent restaurant. Staff really friendly. Stayed there four times now.
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Keith
Jun 25, 2023
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Stayed 7 nights
Found all the staff very helpful and friendly, nothing was too much trouble. The food was excellent and well presented. A place I would highly recommend and definitely visit again.
Found all the staff very helpful and friendly, nothing was too much trouble. The food was excellent and well presented. A place I would highly recommend and definitely visit again.
10
SARAH
Aug 7, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
2 night stay whilst visiting Sherborne. Decent sized en-suite room next to the pub. No pub or road noise. Lovely evening meal and great breakfast. Friendly and welcoming hosts. Would highly recommend.
2 night stay whilst visiting Sherborne. Decent sized en-suite room next to the pub. No pub or road noise. Lovely evening meal and great breakfast. Friendly and welcoming hosts. Would highly recommend.
10
Stephen
Nov 1, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent service
Excellent service
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Michelle
Jun 25, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Unfortunately I was made to feel uncomfortable with confusion over the booking, the young lady was slightly abrasive and spoke very loudly regarding the mix up of my booking. The key was shoved at me and I asked where to go, fortunately another member or staff stepped in and took me to my room. I had to ask for the breakfast menu which I have to say was pretty limited and not very clear that there would be cereal on offer in addition. The outside was tatty, simple things like sweeping up the leaves would have made it feel clean. My bed was so soft and uncomfortable, dripping tap, something on the floor which looked like …… I won’t even say!! I definitely wouldn’t stay here again. Not good value for the price I paid. I will say that the gentleman that served breakfast was extremely friendly as was the other young staff member that showed me to my room….. the lady who served me behind the bar could do with some training on how to make a guest feel more welcome.
Unfortunately I was made to feel uncomfortable with confusion over the booking, the young lady was slightly abrasive and spoke very loudly regarding the mix up of my booking. The key was shoved at me and I asked where to go, fortunately another member or staff stepped in and took me to my room. I had to ask for the breakfast menu which I have to say was pretty limited and not very clear that there would be cereal on offer in addition. The outside was tatty, simple things like sweeping up the leaves would have made it feel clean. My bed was so soft and uncomfortable, dripping tap, something on the floor which looked like …… I won’t even say!! I definitely wouldn’t stay here again. Not good value for the price I paid. I will say that the gentleman that served breakfast was extremely friendly as was the other young staff member that showed me to my room….. the lady who served me behind the bar could do with some training on how to make a guest feel more welcome.
10
David
Jul 17, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
I had a brilliant stay at Hunters moon, Dean and his wife made me welcome as soon as I Came through the door. The Atmosphere was amazing and Dean was a real gentleman who was always looking out for me he was accommodating and always made sure I had all I needed. All the staff and residents made you feel like you had been there for years. They address me by name and ensured I received everything I requested. Thanks Dean for being a true professional Host and to all your staff, food was amazing and well priced, I can’t thank you enough for the hospitality you provided.
I had a brilliant stay at Hunters moon, Dean and his wife made me welcome as soon as I Came through the door. The Atmosphere was amazing and Dean was a real gentleman who was always looking out for me he was accommodating and always made sure I had all I needed. All the staff and residents made you feel like you had been there for years. They address me by name and ensured I received everything I requested. Thanks Dean for being a true professional Host and to all your staff, food was amazing and well priced, I can’t thank you enough for the hospitality you provided.
10
Terry
Aug 25, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Hosts could not be more accommodating, staff really friendly and helpful. Food really amazing, comfortable and spacious room.
Hosts could not be more accommodating, staff really friendly and helpful. Food really amazing, comfortable and spacious room.
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Lucy
Oct 26, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The staff and owners all very friendly and helpful. Room was nice and spacious, clean and tidy. Definitely recommend staying here
The staff and owners all very friendly and helpful. Room was nice and spacious, clean and tidy. Definitely recommend staying here
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Location
Quiet rural setting suits using the pub as a base for Dorset, Sherborne and Dorchester, with easy access to countryside walks and local sights. Several guests appreciated being away from busier towns.
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D
Jul 8, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
We decided on Hunters Moon as we were visiting Tank Museum. Host made us welcome and over the course of our stay we had a good laugh and jokes. Food was good and fairly priced. Location was great for us and easy to find. Overall very satisfied
We decided on Hunters Moon as we were visiting Tank Museum. Host made us welcome and over the course of our stay we had a good laugh and jokes. Food was good and fairly priced. Location was great for us and easy to find. Overall very satisfied
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Jean
Oct 8, 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
Visited for a short break and had a very pleasant stay. Friendly staff, efficiently run traditional pub serving excellent food. Generous supplies of tea, coffee etc in rooms, plus complimentary bottled water provided. Ample parking. Located in easy reach of Sherborne and Dorchester. Can recommend.
Visited for a short break and had a very pleasant stay. Friendly staff, efficiently run traditional pub serving excellent food. Generous supplies of tea, coffee etc in rooms, plus complimentary bottled water provided. Ample parking. Located in easy reach of Sherborne and Dorchester. Can recommend.
8
George
Jan 31, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Good country side stay. Friendly and warm welcome. Breakfast was great
Good country side stay. Friendly and warm welcome. Breakfast was great
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Danielle
Mar 3, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Booked this as a short break away. Easy to book, quick confirmation. Good price. Received email allowing us to check in, as we wanted to arrive earlier, they arranged for key to be available for us. Room very comfortable, heating on for our arrival. Comfortable bed, tv, tea and coffee making facilities. Clean bathroom with shower. We booked a table for dinner in the restaurant, received a friendly warm welcome, nice staff. Great food and drink selection, reasonable prices. Breakfast was included, arranged what we wanted and what time the previous evening then just turn up at arranged time. Great service from Dean, a really friendly guy. Ate in the restaurant again on 2nd night as we were really impressed. Overall we thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Hunters Moon and would highly recommend either a stay there or just going for a meal if you are in the area.
Booked this as a short break away. Easy to book, quick confirmation. Good price. Received email allowing us to check in, as we wanted to arrive earlier, they arranged for key to be available for us. Room very comfortable, heating on for our arrival. Comfortable bed, tv, tea and coffee making facilities. Clean bathroom with shower. We booked a table for dinner in the restaurant, received a friendly warm welcome, nice staff. Great food and drink selection, reasonable prices. Breakfast was included, arranged what we wanted and what time the previous evening then just turn up at arranged time. Great service from Dean, a really friendly guy. Ate in the restaurant again on 2nd night as we were really impressed. Overall we thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Hunters Moon and would highly recommend either a stay there or just going for a meal if you are in the area.
10
SARAH
Aug 7, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
2 night stay whilst visiting Sherborne. Decent sized en-suite room next to the pub. No pub or road noise. Lovely evening meal and great breakfast. Friendly and welcoming hosts. Would highly recommend.
2 night stay whilst visiting Sherborne. Decent sized en-suite room next to the pub. No pub or road noise. Lovely evening meal and great breakfast. Friendly and welcoming hosts. Would highly recommend.
10
Neil
Nov 1, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
An absolutely lovely place to stay for a few days. Used it as a base to visit various sites around the area. I would highly recommend The Hunters Moon. Ace place!
An absolutely lovely place to stay for a few days. Used it as a base to visit various sites around the area. I would highly recommend The Hunters Moon. Ace place!
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Geoffrey
Jul 30, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Conveniently located for touring Dorset with ready access to the countryside and coastal walking. Good selection of beers and ciders. Efficient staff and food options to suit all tastes. The option to have small prtions at dinner was very welcome and more hotels and pubs would do well to follow Dean's lead.
Conveniently located for touring Dorset with ready access to the countryside and coastal walking. Good selection of beers and ciders. Efficient staff and food options to suit all tastes. The option to have small prtions at dinner was very welcome and more hotels and pubs would do well to follow Dean's lead.
10
Yvonne
Oct 29, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Quiet country pub with a nice atmosphere. Excellent breakfast and good choice of pub food for an evening meal. Good value for money.
Quiet country pub with a nice atmosphere. Excellent breakfast and good choice of pub food for an evening meal. Good value for money.
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Abbie
Jul 30, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Great little find, perfect base to visit sights in the area. Staff team were really friendly and helpful.
Great little find, perfect base to visit sights in the area. Staff team were really friendly and helpful.
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Barry
Apr 9, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The hotel/bar is set in a stunning location away from the hussle and bussle of other towns close by. Great food with great service.
The hotel/bar is set in a stunning location away from the hussle and bussle of other towns close by. Great food with great service.
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Dining
Breakfasts and pub meals are widely praised for quality, value and choice, with gluten free options and smaller portion sizes appreciated. A few reviews criticised some dishes or a late Sunday carvery, and one guest mentioned a three star hygiene rating.
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Elizabeth
Oct 8, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful clean room, friendly staff, and good food. I told them that I am gluten intolerant, when I booked my stay and there was no problem with providing me with food that I could safely eat. Very good breakfast, cereal, fruit, toast and a delicious full English with good quality ingredients.
Beautiful clean room, friendly staff, and good food. I told them that I am gluten intolerant, when I booked my stay and there was no problem with providing me with food that I could safely eat. Very good breakfast, cereal, fruit, toast and a delicious full English with good quality ingredients.
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Anthony
Oct 15, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The room was clean, but did notice the bin in the bathroom hadn't been moved so behind not cleaned. The staff were very friendly. The breakfast was brilliant and good quality foods used. I had a very good steak pie evening meal and bar staff friendly
The room was clean, but did notice the bin in the bathroom hadn't been moved so behind not cleaned. The staff were very friendly. The breakfast was brilliant and good quality foods used. I had a very good steak pie evening meal and bar staff friendly
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Mac
Nov 21, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
A thoroughly enjoyable stay, from checking in to the time i left. Food choice and quality was excellent along with the draught beer. I will definitely return and will make a point of doing so.
A thoroughly enjoyable stay, from checking in to the time i left. Food choice and quality was excellent along with the draught beer. I will definitely return and will make a point of doing so.
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D
Jul 26, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
The bathroom was scummy and dirty, they wouldn’t give me clean towels after being informed that If I leave in shower they would give fresh ones , if you need sleep early you will be kept awake , food was cooked earlier in week and heated up when ordered. Hash browns on breakfast were soggy, bacon looked although it would get up and walk off it was under cooked, the owner probably has no idea his staff are not cleaning rooms , the owner was very nice though
The bathroom was scummy and dirty, they wouldn’t give me clean towels after being informed that If I leave in shower they would give fresh ones , if you need sleep early you will be kept awake , food was cooked earlier in week and heated up when ordered. Hash browns on breakfast were soggy, bacon looked although it would get up and walk off it was under cooked, the owner probably has no idea his staff are not cleaning rooms , the owner was very nice though
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Geoffrey
Jul 30, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Conveniently located for touring Dorset with ready access to the countryside and coastal walking. Good selection of beers and ciders. Efficient staff and food options to suit all tastes. The option to have small prtions at dinner was very welcome and more hotels and pubs would do well to follow Dean's lead.
Conveniently located for touring Dorset with ready access to the countryside and coastal walking. Good selection of beers and ciders. Efficient staff and food options to suit all tastes. The option to have small prtions at dinner was very welcome and more hotels and pubs would do well to follow Dean's lead.
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Maureen
Sep 7, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Our stay at hunters moon was great. We not only stayed there but we ate there too. The sunday carvery wasnt as good as expected but we were late eating. Rooms could do with little update. But bedding was immaculate. Manager was a great host. Went above and beyond to help everyone. Will definitely stay again. When in the area. Thanks for your hospitality
Our stay at hunters moon was great. We not only stayed there but we ate there too. The sunday carvery wasnt as good as expected but we were late eating. Rooms could do with little update. But bedding was immaculate. Manager was a great host. Went above and beyond to help everyone. Will definitely stay again. When in the area. Thanks for your hospitality
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Mike
Nov 18, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Friendly staff, and great food.
Friendly staff, and great food.
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Nick
Dec 29, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The room was clean and warm when I booked in, the welcome was very good and the food excellent
The room was clean and warm when I booked in, the welcome was very good and the food excellent
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Neil
Oct 7, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
This is the fifth time in two years we have stayed here. Dean and his team have always been very welcoming and made us feel very welcome. The variety of food on offer in the restaurant is exceptional and what we like is, they offer you the choice of a small or regular size meal, great for those with a smaller appetite. His breakfasts really set you up for the day. The room is always clean and well stocked with tea, coffee etc. and bottled water is complementary. Great place for a short break. Looking forward to our next visit.
This is the fifth time in two years we have stayed here. Dean and his team have always been very welcoming and made us feel very welcome. The variety of food on offer in the restaurant is exceptional and what we like is, they offer you the choice of a small or regular size meal, great for those with a smaller appetite. His breakfasts really set you up for the day. The room is always clean and well stocked with tea, coffee etc. and bottled water is complementary. Great place for a short break. Looking forward to our next visit.
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Alistair
Aug 1, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Food tasted, if one could finish it, fresh from a can or packet.
Food tasted, if one could finish it, fresh from a can or packet.
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Joanne
3 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
The room was disappointing. The breakfast was good.
The room was disappointing. The breakfast was good.
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Julie
Sep 12, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
We had a nice overnight stay. it was a halfway house between Cornwall and east Sussex. Staff were very friendly and attentive. Breakfast was really good and well organised. The only issue we had was the curtains in our room (no.2) . They don't stretch all the way across, several hooks were missing and the middle bracket looked as if it was about to fall out the wall! We ended up holding it all together with pegs we'd travelled with Other than that all was good - a lovely old pub in a lovely part of England.
We had a nice overnight stay. it was a halfway house between Cornwall and east Sussex. Staff were very friendly and attentive. Breakfast was really good and well organised. The only issue we had was the curtains in our room (no.2) . They don't stretch all the way across, several hooks were missing and the middle bracket looked as if it was about to fall out the wall! We ended up holding it all together with pegs we'd travelled with Other than that all was good - a lovely old pub in a lovely part of England.
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Menno
Sep 9, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Extremely friendly staff, nice pub type dinner, great breakfast, good value for money. Would stay again.
Extremely friendly staff, nice pub type dinner, great breakfast, good value for money. Would stay again.
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Nikki
Sep 9, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Was in room 1, very dated, towel rail broken. Curtains creased and tatty. Damage to wall. Quite noisy by road and people going up & down stairs. Very noisy extractor fan. Bed was comfy though and big bathroom with good shower. Breakfast was excellent.
Was in room 1, very dated, towel rail broken. Curtains creased and tatty. Damage to wall. Quite noisy by road and people going up & down stairs. Very noisy extractor fan. Bed was comfy though and big bathroom with good shower. Breakfast was excellent.
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Philip
Aug 22, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Staff were great, rooms and outside area could do with a bit of care but good location and reasonable price.
Staff were great, rooms and outside area could do with a bit of care but good location and reasonable price.
FAQs about The Hunters Moon
Is parking available at the property?
Free self parking is available on-site.
Is breakfast offered at the hotel?
Breakfast is available for a fee.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 18:00 to 23:30, and check-out is at 11:00. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request and could incur additional charges.
What is the hotel's location in relation to nearby attractions?
The property is located within a 10-minute drive of Cerne Abbas Giant and Badger Watch Dorset. It is approximately 5.7 miles from Clay Pigeon Raceway and 6.4 miles from Sherborne Abbey.
Are children allowed at the property?
Children are allowed at the property, and they can stay for free up to a certain age, although the specific age is not provided.
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Prices in USD for 2 guests, updated daily.
- 2026-10-22: 125.30793127464294USD
- 2026-10-23: 107.51674022383116USD
- 2026-10-24: 107.46001640039061USD
- 2026-10-25: 107.23060991793822USD
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- 2026-10-27: 107.17615812236022USD
- 2026-10-28: 125.11401455072021USD
- 2026-10-29: 107.17615812236022USD
- 2026-10-30: 107.29684892573546USD
- 2026-10-31: 107.29684892573546USD
- 2026-11-01: 107.08457660829161USD
- 2026-11-02: 107.29684892573546USD
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- 2026-11-06: 107.29684892573546USD
- 2026-11-07: 107.29684892573546USD
- 2026-11-08: 107.29684892573546USD
- 2026-11-09: 107.47676619978331USD
- 2026-11-10: 107.47676619978331USD
- 2026-11-11: 107.47676619978331USD
- 2026-11-12: 107.47676619978331USD
- 2026-11-13: 107.47676619978331USD
- 2026-11-14: 125.40788341767883USD
- 2026-11-15: 107.47676619978331USD
- 2026-11-16: 107.47676619978331USD
- 2026-11-17: 107.47676619978331USD
- 2026-11-18: 107.47676619978331USD
- 2026-11-19: 107.47676619978331USD
- 2026-11-20: 107.47676619978331USD
- 2026-11-21: 120.45033570451355USD
- 2026-11-22: 120.24585319688414USD
- 2026-11-23: 107.35438418769836USD
- 2026-11-24: 119.56751621658324USD
- 2026-11-25: 106.96110128956603USD
- 2026-11-26: 119.56751621658324USD
- 2026-11-27: 107.19661491458129USD
- 2026-11-28: 119.56751621658324USD
- 2026-11-29: 106.91134729595947USD
- 2026-11-30: 119.56751621658324USD
- 2026-12-01: 106.65531708851623USD
- 2026-12-02: 119.56751621658324USD
- 2026-12-03: 106.9879043851776USD
- 2026-12-04: 120.14967637834167USD
- 2026-12-05: 107.47676619978331USD
- 2026-12-06: 110.70333617417907USD
- 2026-12-07: 107.47676619978331USD
- 2026-12-08: 120.55028784754943USD
- 2026-12-09: 106.96110128956603USD
- 2026-12-10: 119.56751621658324USD
- 2026-12-11: 106.9879043851776USD
- 2026-12-12: 119.56751621658324USD
- 2026-12-13: 107.19661491458129USD
- 2026-12-14: 119.56751621658324USD
- 2026-12-15: 106.65531708851623USD
- 2026-12-16: 119.56751621658324USD
- 2026-12-17: 106.9879043851776USD
- 2026-12-18: 119.56751621658324USD
- 2026-12-19: 107.45003997729492USD
- 2026-12-20: 119.56751621658324USD
- 2026-12-21: 119.56751621658324USD
- 2026-12-22: 119.56751621658324USD
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- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- This property accepts credit cards
Popular amenities
Scuba Diving
Fishing
Horse Riding
Bird Watching
Breakfast Available (surcharge)
Parking (Self) (free)
Activities
Scuba Diving
Fishing
Horse Riding
Bird Watching
Mountain Bike (nearby)
General
Breakfast Available (surcharge)
Smoke-Free Property
Parking
Parking (Self) (free)