Coach House Inn
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From
US$164
/ night
About this property
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and wedding services.
Amenities
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and wedding services.
Business amenities
Event facilities at this bed & breakfast consist of conference space and a meeting room. Free self parking is available onsite.
Dining
At Coach House Inn, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 5 guestrooms.
Location
With a stay at Coach House Inn in Dorchester, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of The Keep Military Museum and Maumbury Rings. This bed & breakfast is 11.4 mi (18.4 km) from Weymouth Beach and 3.5 mi (5.6 km) from Hardy Monument.
What's nearby
Hardy Monument(2.6 Miles)
Maiden Castle(4.2 Miles)
Dorset National Landscape(4.3 Miles)
The Keep Military Museum(4.8 Miles)
Borough Gardens(4.9 Miles)
Tutankhamun: The Exhibition(5 Miles)
The Avenue Stadium(5.2 Miles)
Dinosaur Museum(5.3 Miles)
Dorset Teddy Bear Museum(5.3 Miles)
Terracotta Warriors Museum(5.3 Miles)
Maumbury Rings(5.4 Miles)
Abbotsbury Children's Farm(5.8 Miles)
Roman Town House(5.8 Miles)
St. Catherine's Chapel(6 Miles)
South West Coast Path Section 48 Trailhead(6.2 Miles)
Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)(36.3 Miles)
Heathrow Airport (LHR)(119.2 Miles)
Parking
Restaurant
Non-smoking rooms
Housekeeping
Banquet facilities
Garden
Location
Winterbourne Abbas, Main Street, Winterbourne Abbas, England, United Kingdom
Hardy Monument (2.6 Miles)
Maiden Castle (4.2 Miles)
Dorset National Landscape (4.3 Miles)
The Keep Military Museum (4.8 Miles)
Borough Gardens (4.9 Miles)
Tutankhamun: The Exhibition (5 Miles)
Guest reviews
9.3
Superb
Based on 172 verified reviews
What guests think
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At Coach House Inn, travellers highlight friendly staff, comfortable and often spacious rooms, and well-liked pub food and breakfasts, while also noting traffic noise from the busy road, minor maintenance and housekeeping lapses, and breakfast/service hours that can limit plans.
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What guests think
At Coach House Inn, travellers highlight friendly staff, comfortable and often spacious rooms, and well-liked pub food and breakfasts, while also noting traffic noise from the busy road, minor maintenance and housekeeping lapses, and breakfast/service hours that can limit plans.
The location is convenient for exploring Dorchester, Weymouth, and nearby attractions. Best for relaxed, pub-inn stays and road trips; light sleepers and early risers should consider the setting and schedule.
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Facilities
On-site pub/bar is a central feature and well used. A few reviews note limited late-evening service, such as no coffee after 8:30 pm and an early kitchen close on one night.
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Paul
23 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Disappointing, room needs attention and overall impression - other than the bar area- isn’t great especially given the price.
Disappointing, room needs attention and overall impression - other than the bar area- isn’t great especially given the price.
8
Thomas
13 Dec 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Nice, if all you want is a "basic" pub room for the night. There was a good basic pub menu. A respectable sprinkling of locals seem to consider it where they go. Not a lot of "olde worlde charm", but the sheets were clean, the plumbing modern and worked. Good HVAC provision. I\'d stay here again. Seemed to be owner/operated- always a plus in my book, and the people we met tried to please.
Nice, if all you want is a "basic" pub room for the night. There was a good basic pub menu. A respectable sprinkling of locals seem to consider it where they go. Not a lot of "olde worlde charm", but the sheets were clean, the plumbing modern and worked. Good HVAC provision. I\'d stay here again. Seemed to be owner/operated- always a plus in my book, and the people we met tried to please.
6
Becky
13 Aug 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Bed was comfortable but unfortunately the general cleanliness of the room could be improved I.e lots of cobwebs which for the price we paid we didn’t expect to see. Kitchen closed at 7pm and no other pubs locally or takeaways to get food. Had to use the local garage.
Bed was comfortable but unfortunately the general cleanliness of the room could be improved I.e lots of cobwebs which for the price we paid we didn’t expect to see. Kitchen closed at 7pm and no other pubs locally or takeaways to get food. Had to use the local garage.
8
Peter
17 Jun 2024
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Stayed 1 night
A brief one night stay, very convenient. Comfortable & welcoming, nice light bathroom. On a busy road but little traffic at night. Just five rooms. Nice pub food.
A brief one night stay, very convenient. Comfortable & welcoming, nice light bathroom. On a busy road but little traffic at night. Just five rooms. Nice pub food.
6
Lee
18 Mar 2025
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Stayed 1 night
I’ve stayed before and came back again as the bar area and food was good as was the breakfast! The rooms are nice , just a little bit cobwebby and dusty. However, the main issue, which is what will make me not return is the crazy time breakfast “Starts”……which is 10am?!? At first I thought that was the end time, but I was corrected and told it was 10 because not a lot of people want it before then? I think this eliminates a lot of people who are there for work. I was told that a local Greggs would be open….. Really a shame as the food/Beer is great but this decision is bonkers!
I’ve stayed before and came back again as the bar area and food was good as was the breakfast! The rooms are nice , just a little bit cobwebby and dusty. However, the main issue, which is what will make me not return is the crazy time breakfast “Starts”……which is 10am?!? At first I thought that was the end time, but I was corrected and told it was 10 because not a lot of people want it before then? I think this eliminates a lot of people who are there for work. I was told that a local Greggs would be open….. Really a shame as the food/Beer is great but this decision is bonkers!
10
Claire
28 Dec 2025
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Stayed 1 night
No coffee available from the bar after 8.30pm Only 1 sachet of milk in bedroom Very welcoming hostess on check-in
No coffee available from the bar after 8.30pm Only 1 sachet of milk in bedroom Very welcoming hostess on check-in
10
Siobhan
18 Feb 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent value and great service. Stayed one night in a lovely room and had a delicious meal in the pub. Would definitely stay again.
Excellent value and great service. Stayed one night in a lovely room and had a delicious meal in the pub. Would definitely stay again.
10
Brian
10 Jun 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Great place for a stopover on our way to Cornwall. Easy to find with easy parking and a good breakfast. Room was clean & tidy with a great shower! It is located right on the A35 so if you’re looking for peace & quiet this may not be for you. We found it ok as we were exhausted from a long drive.
Great place for a stopover on our way to Cornwall. Easy to find with easy parking and a good breakfast. Room was clean & tidy with a great shower! It is located right on the A35 so if you’re looking for peace & quiet this may not be for you. We found it ok as we were exhausted from a long drive.
10
Ken
21 Jul 2023
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Excellent accommodation and friendly staff. Breakfast very good as were the evening meals we had. A good base for exploring Dorset.
Excellent accommodation and friendly staff. Breakfast very good as were the evening meals we had. A good base for exploring Dorset.
10
Carl
11 Apr 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Really nice pub just outside Dorchester. Friendly staff that were helpful. The food is simple, yet very tasty and the carvery on Sunday was an unexpected treat when we got back from a day out.
Really nice pub just outside Dorchester. Friendly staff that were helpful. The food is simple, yet very tasty and the carvery on Sunday was an unexpected treat when we got back from a day out.
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Cleanliness
Rooms and bathrooms are generally clean, but multiple guests noticed cobwebs, dust in corners, occasional odors, and missed replenishment of in-room supplies.
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Zoe
27 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
A lovely stay, just had a slight smell in the bathroom from the drains. I would stay again.
A lovely stay, just had a slight smell in the bathroom from the drains. I would stay again.
6
dfghdh
14 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Pros: Friendly staff Free biscuits Reasonably clean Bottled water provided in the room Cons: The noisiest place I have ever stayed, as the hotel is located on the main road in the area and the sash windows are poorly insulated, making it impossible to sleep from about 4 a.m. onwards. All rooms face the main road. (I would suggest replacing the windows with properly sealed, soundproof glass, which is not significantly more expensive.) The room was set up for two people, but we were three. As a result: Not enough cups, spoons, or towels were provided Hand wash was not checked and had to be requested as there was very little left Insufficient body wash and shampoo Very little toilet paper remaining (see picture) Only towels for two people were supplied
Pros: Friendly staff Free biscuits Reasonably clean Bottled water provided in the room Cons: The noisiest place I have ever stayed, as the hotel is located on the main road in the area and the sash windows are poorly insulated, making it impossible to sleep from about 4 a.m. onwards. All rooms face the main road. (I would suggest replacing the windows with properly sealed, soundproof glass, which is not significantly more expensive.) The room was set up for two people, but we were three. As a result: Not enough cups, spoons, or towels were provided Hand wash was not checked and had to be requested as there was very little left Insufficient body wash and shampoo Very little toilet paper remaining (see picture) Only towels for two people were supplied
10
Ben
12 Sept 2022
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Stayed 1 night
friendly welcome. very accommodating staff. comfy bed. clean and stylish room/bathroom. very good breakfast
friendly welcome. very accommodating staff. comfy bed. clean and stylish room/bathroom. very good breakfast
8
Jacqueline
1 Sept 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Nice big room and en suite. However, the decoration could do with attention (peeling wall paper and bath panel) Lovely comfy bed and pillows. Tea/coffee, biscuits & water but these were not topped up for our second night stay.
Nice big room and en suite. However, the decoration could do with attention (peeling wall paper and bath panel) Lovely comfy bed and pillows. Tea/coffee, biscuits & water but these were not topped up for our second night stay.
8
Sheikh Abbas
15 Aug 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Neat and clean, friendly staff. Good experience. Will come back again.
Neat and clean, friendly staff. Good experience. Will come back again.
8
kevin
13 Jun 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Clean, well appointed, convenient Inn. Food was very good.
Clean, well appointed, convenient Inn. Food was very good.
6
Becky
13 Aug 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Bed was comfortable but unfortunately the general cleanliness of the room could be improved I.e lots of cobwebs which for the price we paid we didn’t expect to see. Kitchen closed at 7pm and no other pubs locally or takeaways to get food. Had to use the local garage.
Bed was comfortable but unfortunately the general cleanliness of the room could be improved I.e lots of cobwebs which for the price we paid we didn’t expect to see. Kitchen closed at 7pm and no other pubs locally or takeaways to get food. Had to use the local garage.
6
Lee
18 Mar 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
I’ve stayed before and came back again as the bar area and food was good as was the breakfast! The rooms are nice , just a little bit cobwebby and dusty. However, the main issue, which is what will make me not return is the crazy time breakfast “Starts”……which is 10am?!? At first I thought that was the end time, but I was corrected and told it was 10 because not a lot of people want it before then? I think this eliminates a lot of people who are there for work. I was told that a local Greggs would be open….. Really a shame as the food/Beer is great but this decision is bonkers!
I’ve stayed before and came back again as the bar area and food was good as was the breakfast! The rooms are nice , just a little bit cobwebby and dusty. However, the main issue, which is what will make me not return is the crazy time breakfast “Starts”……which is 10am?!? At first I thought that was the end time, but I was corrected and told it was 10 because not a lot of people want it before then? I think this eliminates a lot of people who are there for work. I was told that a local Greggs would be open….. Really a shame as the food/Beer is great but this decision is bonkers!
8
Gail
12 Sept 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The staff were friendly and efficient The room was tastefully decorated and very clean although there were a couple of things could do with a tidy up and could do with some shelving in the bathroom. Food was excellent.
The staff were friendly and efficient The room was tastefully decorated and very clean although there were a couple of things could do with a tidy up and could do with some shelving in the bathroom. Food was excellent.
6
Lea
29 Apr 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The room was a great size, the bed was super comfy! The only downsides really were the cobwebs and dust on the windows and light shade, small amount of dirt in the corners of the bathroom and room, and the cost of the food, for example £11.95 for a baguette at lunch time felt excessive. Don't get me wrong, the toilet was spotless as was the bath and sink, it was just the edges of the rooms seemed to be left out. The bath also had a damaged side panel, which was on big deal, but there are just a few things that could have raised the bar. Breakfast didn't start until 9:30 which we felt was quite late for a breakfast. There is only an option for hot food for breakfast and £6.95 the cheapest option for 2 eggs on toast no frills. The food really was not worth the money and a huge let down. The female staff were great, the gentleman in the morning was nice, but he really didn't seem to understand why I would want to look at a breakfast menu at 8am when it didn't start until 9:30am.... just small things that add up.
The room was a great size, the bed was super comfy! The only downsides really were the cobwebs and dust on the windows and light shade, small amount of dirt in the corners of the bathroom and room, and the cost of the food, for example £11.95 for a baguette at lunch time felt excessive. Don't get me wrong, the toilet was spotless as was the bath and sink, it was just the edges of the rooms seemed to be left out. The bath also had a damaged side panel, which was on big deal, but there are just a few things that could have raised the bar. Breakfast didn't start until 9:30 which we felt was quite late for a breakfast. There is only an option for hot food for breakfast and £6.95 the cheapest option for 2 eggs on toast no frills. The food really was not worth the money and a huge let down. The female staff were great, the gentleman in the morning was nice, but he really didn't seem to understand why I would want to look at a breakfast menu at 8am when it didn't start until 9:30am.... just small things that add up.
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Rooms
Rooms are often spacious, comfortable, and nicely decorated, with good showers. Recurring drawbacks include traffic noise from the main road, minor maintenance issues (peeling wallpaper, damaged bath panels), and occasional mismatches with room descriptions.
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dfghdh
14 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Pros: Friendly staff Free biscuits Reasonably clean Bottled water provided in the room Cons: The noisiest place I have ever stayed, as the hotel is located on the main road in the area and the sash windows are poorly insulated, making it impossible to sleep from about 4 a.m. onwards. All rooms face the main road. (I would suggest replacing the windows with properly sealed, soundproof glass, which is not significantly more expensive.) The room was set up for two people, but we were three. As a result: Not enough cups, spoons, or towels were provided Hand wash was not checked and had to be requested as there was very little left Insufficient body wash and shampoo Very little toilet paper remaining (see picture) Only towels for two people were supplied
Pros: Friendly staff Free biscuits Reasonably clean Bottled water provided in the room Cons: The noisiest place I have ever stayed, as the hotel is located on the main road in the area and the sash windows are poorly insulated, making it impossible to sleep from about 4 a.m. onwards. All rooms face the main road. (I would suggest replacing the windows with properly sealed, soundproof glass, which is not significantly more expensive.) The room was set up for two people, but we were three. As a result: Not enough cups, spoons, or towels were provided Hand wash was not checked and had to be requested as there was very little left Insufficient body wash and shampoo Very little toilet paper remaining (see picture) Only towels for two people were supplied
8
Jacqueline
1 Sept 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Nice big room and en suite. However, the decoration could do with attention (peeling wall paper and bath panel) Lovely comfy bed and pillows. Tea/coffee, biscuits & water but these were not topped up for our second night stay.
Nice big room and en suite. However, the decoration could do with attention (peeling wall paper and bath panel) Lovely comfy bed and pillows. Tea/coffee, biscuits & water but these were not topped up for our second night stay.
6
Lee
27 Nov 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The person who greeted me (gentleman) wasn’t exactly helpful. Found my question regarding breakfast to be really odd as if I was asking something out of the ordinary for a hotel! The room was nice, mattress not quite so, but overall no problems and it’s great for an overnight stay. The main issue is that being an old coach house on a busy road if you’re a light sleeper you’re likely to be disturbed. Ate in the restaurant which was excellent. Went elsewhere for breakfast purely based on the interaction the day before.
The person who greeted me (gentleman) wasn’t exactly helpful. Found my question regarding breakfast to be really odd as if I was asking something out of the ordinary for a hotel! The room was nice, mattress not quite so, but overall no problems and it’s great for an overnight stay. The main issue is that being an old coach house on a busy road if you’re a light sleeper you’re likely to be disturbed. Ate in the restaurant which was excellent. Went elsewhere for breakfast purely based on the interaction the day before.
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Phil
24 Sept 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Booked a suite, the photos showed a separate lounge area, the room just had a sofa bed in it, no extra room
Booked a suite, the photos showed a separate lounge area, the room just had a sofa bed in it, no extra room
10
Adrian
11 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent all round good menu selection, spacious room and attentive staff.
Excellent all round good menu selection, spacious room and attentive staff.
10
Kevin
21 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very nice staff and good size room.
Very nice staff and good size room.
8
Dean
3 Sept 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Nice room a bit noisy due to being on a main road,good shower.food ok but a bit pricey
Nice room a bit noisy due to being on a main road,good shower.food ok but a bit pricey
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Gail
12 Sept 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The staff were friendly and efficient The room was tastefully decorated and very clean although there were a couple of things could do with a tidy up and could do with some shelving in the bathroom. Food was excellent.
The staff were friendly and efficient The room was tastefully decorated and very clean although there were a couple of things could do with a tidy up and could do with some shelving in the bathroom. Food was excellent.
8
Kate
5 Aug 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The rooms were beautifully decorated and had everything we required. Food in pub was lovely. The road was quite noisy.
The rooms were beautifully decorated and had everything we required. Food in pub was lovely. The road was quite noisy.
10
Keith
31 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great place to stay, easy for us to access Dorchester and Weymouth. Staff were all terrific, made the stay very welcoming. The room was lovely and comfortable (tiny bits of upkeep needed in the bathroom was my only point of feedback!) Would 100% recommend and stay again.
Great place to stay, easy for us to access Dorchester and Weymouth. Staff were all terrific, made the stay very welcoming. The room was lovely and comfortable (tiny bits of upkeep needed in the bathroom was my only point of feedback!) Would 100% recommend and stay again.
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Service
Staff are frequently described as friendly, welcoming, and attentive. A few interactions felt unhelpful, particularly around breakfast queries.
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Jennifer
17 Sept 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Breakfast was amazing. Beautiful room. Easy check-in process and a relaxed atmosphere.
Breakfast was amazing. Beautiful room. Easy check-in process and a relaxed atmosphere.
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Ben
12 Sept 2022
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Stayed 1 night
friendly welcome. very accommodating staff. comfy bed. clean and stylish room/bathroom. very good breakfast
friendly welcome. very accommodating staff. comfy bed. clean and stylish room/bathroom. very good breakfast
6
Lee
27 Nov 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The person who greeted me (gentleman) wasn’t exactly helpful. Found my question regarding breakfast to be really odd as if I was asking something out of the ordinary for a hotel! The room was nice, mattress not quite so, but overall no problems and it’s great for an overnight stay. The main issue is that being an old coach house on a busy road if you’re a light sleeper you’re likely to be disturbed. Ate in the restaurant which was excellent. Went elsewhere for breakfast purely based on the interaction the day before.
The person who greeted me (gentleman) wasn’t exactly helpful. Found my question regarding breakfast to be really odd as if I was asking something out of the ordinary for a hotel! The room was nice, mattress not quite so, but overall no problems and it’s great for an overnight stay. The main issue is that being an old coach house on a busy road if you’re a light sleeper you’re likely to be disturbed. Ate in the restaurant which was excellent. Went elsewhere for breakfast purely based on the interaction the day before.
10
Adrian
11 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent all round good menu selection, spacious room and attentive staff.
Excellent all round good menu selection, spacious room and attentive staff.
10
Kevin
21 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very nice staff and good size room.
Very nice staff and good size room.
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Gail
12 Sept 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The staff were friendly and efficient The room was tastefully decorated and very clean although there were a couple of things could do with a tidy up and could do with some shelving in the bathroom. Food was excellent.
The staff were friendly and efficient The room was tastefully decorated and very clean although there were a couple of things could do with a tidy up and could do with some shelving in the bathroom. Food was excellent.
10
Lee
12 Nov 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful and spacious room. Stunning breakfast. Friendly, helpful and professional staff. Recommend and will return.
Beautiful and spacious room. Stunning breakfast. Friendly, helpful and professional staff. Recommend and will return.
10
Ken
21 Jul 2023
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Excellent accommodation and friendly staff. Breakfast very good as were the evening meals we had. A good base for exploring Dorset.
Excellent accommodation and friendly staff. Breakfast very good as were the evening meals we had. A good base for exploring Dorset.
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Lea
29 Apr 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
The room was a great size, the bed was super comfy! The only downsides really were the cobwebs and dust on the windows and light shade, small amount of dirt in the corners of the bathroom and room, and the cost of the food, for example £11.95 for a baguette at lunch time felt excessive. Don't get me wrong, the toilet was spotless as was the bath and sink, it was just the edges of the rooms seemed to be left out. The bath also had a damaged side panel, which was on big deal, but there are just a few things that could have raised the bar. Breakfast didn't start until 9:30 which we felt was quite late for a breakfast. There is only an option for hot food for breakfast and £6.95 the cheapest option for 2 eggs on toast no frills. The food really was not worth the money and a huge let down. The female staff were great, the gentleman in the morning was nice, but he really didn't seem to understand why I would want to look at a breakfast menu at 8am when it didn't start until 9:30am.... just small things that add up.
The room was a great size, the bed was super comfy! The only downsides really were the cobwebs and dust on the windows and light shade, small amount of dirt in the corners of the bathroom and room, and the cost of the food, for example £11.95 for a baguette at lunch time felt excessive. Don't get me wrong, the toilet was spotless as was the bath and sink, it was just the edges of the rooms seemed to be left out. The bath also had a damaged side panel, which was on big deal, but there are just a few things that could have raised the bar. Breakfast didn't start until 9:30 which we felt was quite late for a breakfast. There is only an option for hot food for breakfast and £6.95 the cheapest option for 2 eggs on toast no frills. The food really was not worth the money and a huge let down. The female staff were great, the gentleman in the morning was nice, but he really didn't seem to understand why I would want to look at a breakfast menu at 8am when it didn't start until 9:30am.... just small things that add up.
10
Keith
31 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great place to stay, easy for us to access Dorchester and Weymouth. Staff were all terrific, made the stay very welcoming. The room was lovely and comfortable (tiny bits of upkeep needed in the bathroom was my only point of feedback!) Would 100% recommend and stay again.
Great place to stay, easy for us to access Dorchester and Weymouth. Staff were all terrific, made the stay very welcoming. The room was lovely and comfortable (tiny bits of upkeep needed in the bathroom was my only point of feedback!) Would 100% recommend and stay again.
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Location
Convenient for Dorchester, Weymouth, and local sights, but the inn sits on a busy main road and several guests reported traffic noise. A practical base for touring the area.
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kevin
13 Jun 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Clean, well appointed, convenient Inn. Food was very good.
Clean, well appointed, convenient Inn. Food was very good.
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Gary
22 Nov 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Friendly staff. Good location for touring the local area. Nice breakfasts.
Friendly staff. Good location for touring the local area. Nice breakfasts.
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Peter
17 Jun 2024
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Stayed 1 night
A brief one night stay, very convenient. Comfortable & welcoming, nice light bathroom. On a busy road but little traffic at night. Just five rooms. Nice pub food.
A brief one night stay, very convenient. Comfortable & welcoming, nice light bathroom. On a busy road but little traffic at night. Just five rooms. Nice pub food.
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Dean
3 Sept 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Nice room a bit noisy due to being on a main road,good shower.food ok but a bit pricey
Nice room a bit noisy due to being on a main road,good shower.food ok but a bit pricey
8
Mark
17 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very friendly,family friendly, close to national trust,and maiden castle!
Very friendly,family friendly, close to national trust,and maiden castle!
10
Brian
10 Jun 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Great place for a stopover on our way to Cornwall. Easy to find with easy parking and a good breakfast. Room was clean & tidy with a great shower! It is located right on the A35 so if you’re looking for peace & quiet this may not be for you. We found it ok as we were exhausted from a long drive.
Great place for a stopover on our way to Cornwall. Easy to find with easy parking and a good breakfast. Room was clean & tidy with a great shower! It is located right on the A35 so if you’re looking for peace & quiet this may not be for you. We found it ok as we were exhausted from a long drive.
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Ken
21 Jul 2023
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Excellent accommodation and friendly staff. Breakfast very good as were the evening meals we had. A good base for exploring Dorset.
Excellent accommodation and friendly staff. Breakfast very good as were the evening meals we had. A good base for exploring Dorset.
10
Carl
11 Apr 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Really nice pub just outside Dorchester. Friendly staff that were helpful. The food is simple, yet very tasty and the carvery on Sunday was an unexpected treat when we got back from a day out.
Really nice pub just outside Dorchester. Friendly staff that were helpful. The food is simple, yet very tasty and the carvery on Sunday was an unexpected treat when we got back from a day out.
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Kate
5 Aug 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The rooms were beautifully decorated and had everything we required. Food in pub was lovely. The road was quite noisy.
The rooms were beautifully decorated and had everything we required. Food in pub was lovely. The road was quite noisy.
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Keith
31 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great place to stay, easy for us to access Dorchester and Weymouth. Staff were all terrific, made the stay very welcoming. The room was lovely and comfortable (tiny bits of upkeep needed in the bathroom was my only point of feedback!) Would 100% recommend and stay again.
Great place to stay, easy for us to access Dorchester and Weymouth. Staff were all terrific, made the stay very welcoming. The room was lovely and comfortable (tiny bits of upkeep needed in the bathroom was my only point of feedback!) Would 100% recommend and stay again.
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Dining
Food is widely praised, with tasty pub meals and many compliments for breakfast. However, some guests found prices high and morning service starts later than expected for travelers, with limited late-evening options reported.
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Thomas
13 Dec 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Nice, if all you want is a "basic" pub room for the night. There was a good basic pub menu. A respectable sprinkling of locals seem to consider it where they go. Not a lot of "olde worlde charm", but the sheets were clean, the plumbing modern and worked. Good HVAC provision. I\'d stay here again. Seemed to be owner/operated- always a plus in my book, and the people we met tried to please.
Nice, if all you want is a "basic" pub room for the night. There was a good basic pub menu. A respectable sprinkling of locals seem to consider it where they go. Not a lot of "olde worlde charm", but the sheets were clean, the plumbing modern and worked. Good HVAC provision. I\'d stay here again. Seemed to be owner/operated- always a plus in my book, and the people we met tried to please.
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Becky
13 Aug 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Bed was comfortable but unfortunately the general cleanliness of the room could be improved I.e lots of cobwebs which for the price we paid we didn’t expect to see. Kitchen closed at 7pm and no other pubs locally or takeaways to get food. Had to use the local garage.
Bed was comfortable but unfortunately the general cleanliness of the room could be improved I.e lots of cobwebs which for the price we paid we didn’t expect to see. Kitchen closed at 7pm and no other pubs locally or takeaways to get food. Had to use the local garage.
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Lee
27 Nov 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The person who greeted me (gentleman) wasn’t exactly helpful. Found my question regarding breakfast to be really odd as if I was asking something out of the ordinary for a hotel! The room was nice, mattress not quite so, but overall no problems and it’s great for an overnight stay. The main issue is that being an old coach house on a busy road if you’re a light sleeper you’re likely to be disturbed. Ate in the restaurant which was excellent. Went elsewhere for breakfast purely based on the interaction the day before.
The person who greeted me (gentleman) wasn’t exactly helpful. Found my question regarding breakfast to be really odd as if I was asking something out of the ordinary for a hotel! The room was nice, mattress not quite so, but overall no problems and it’s great for an overnight stay. The main issue is that being an old coach house on a busy road if you’re a light sleeper you’re likely to be disturbed. Ate in the restaurant which was excellent. Went elsewhere for breakfast purely based on the interaction the day before.
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Lee
18 Mar 2025
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Stayed 1 night
I’ve stayed before and came back again as the bar area and food was good as was the breakfast! The rooms are nice , just a little bit cobwebby and dusty. However, the main issue, which is what will make me not return is the crazy time breakfast “Starts”……which is 10am?!? At first I thought that was the end time, but I was corrected and told it was 10 because not a lot of people want it before then? I think this eliminates a lot of people who are there for work. I was told that a local Greggs would be open….. Really a shame as the food/Beer is great but this decision is bonkers!
I’ve stayed before and came back again as the bar area and food was good as was the breakfast! The rooms are nice , just a little bit cobwebby and dusty. However, the main issue, which is what will make me not return is the crazy time breakfast “Starts”……which is 10am?!? At first I thought that was the end time, but I was corrected and told it was 10 because not a lot of people want it before then? I think this eliminates a lot of people who are there for work. I was told that a local Greggs would be open….. Really a shame as the food/Beer is great but this decision is bonkers!
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Adrian
11 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent all round good menu selection, spacious room and attentive staff.
Excellent all round good menu selection, spacious room and attentive staff.
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Siobhan
18 Feb 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent value and great service. Stayed one night in a lovely room and had a delicious meal in the pub. Would definitely stay again.
Excellent value and great service. Stayed one night in a lovely room and had a delicious meal in the pub. Would definitely stay again.
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Gail
12 Sept 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The staff were friendly and efficient The room was tastefully decorated and very clean although there were a couple of things could do with a tidy up and could do with some shelving in the bathroom. Food was excellent.
The staff were friendly and efficient The room was tastefully decorated and very clean although there were a couple of things could do with a tidy up and could do with some shelving in the bathroom. Food was excellent.
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Lee
12 Nov 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful and spacious room. Stunning breakfast. Friendly, helpful and professional staff. Recommend and will return.
Beautiful and spacious room. Stunning breakfast. Friendly, helpful and professional staff. Recommend and will return.
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Lea
29 Apr 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The room was a great size, the bed was super comfy! The only downsides really were the cobwebs and dust on the windows and light shade, small amount of dirt in the corners of the bathroom and room, and the cost of the food, for example £11.95 for a baguette at lunch time felt excessive. Don't get me wrong, the toilet was spotless as was the bath and sink, it was just the edges of the rooms seemed to be left out. The bath also had a damaged side panel, which was on big deal, but there are just a few things that could have raised the bar. Breakfast didn't start until 9:30 which we felt was quite late for a breakfast. There is only an option for hot food for breakfast and £6.95 the cheapest option for 2 eggs on toast no frills. The food really was not worth the money and a huge let down. The female staff were great, the gentleman in the morning was nice, but he really didn't seem to understand why I would want to look at a breakfast menu at 8am when it didn't start until 9:30am.... just small things that add up.
The room was a great size, the bed was super comfy! The only downsides really were the cobwebs and dust on the windows and light shade, small amount of dirt in the corners of the bathroom and room, and the cost of the food, for example £11.95 for a baguette at lunch time felt excessive. Don't get me wrong, the toilet was spotless as was the bath and sink, it was just the edges of the rooms seemed to be left out. The bath also had a damaged side panel, which was on big deal, but there are just a few things that could have raised the bar. Breakfast didn't start until 9:30 which we felt was quite late for a breakfast. There is only an option for hot food for breakfast and £6.95 the cheapest option for 2 eggs on toast no frills. The food really was not worth the money and a huge let down. The female staff were great, the gentleman in the morning was nice, but he really didn't seem to understand why I would want to look at a breakfast menu at 8am when it didn't start until 9:30am.... just small things that add up.
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Carl
11 Apr 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Really nice pub just outside Dorchester. Friendly staff that were helpful. The food is simple, yet very tasty and the carvery on Sunday was an unexpected treat when we got back from a day out.
Really nice pub just outside Dorchester. Friendly staff that were helpful. The food is simple, yet very tasty and the carvery on Sunday was an unexpected treat when we got back from a day out.
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Simone
4 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
Bar area and restaurant well looked after,
Bar area and restaurant well looked after,
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Elizabeth
4 weeks ago
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Stayed 2 nights
Very quiet, minimal staff as a result, bar tender awkward
Very quiet, minimal staff as a result, bar tender awkward
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Claire
28 Dec 2025
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Stayed 1 night
No coffee available from the bar after 8.30pm Only 1 sachet of milk in bedroom Very welcoming hostess on check-in
No coffee available from the bar after 8.30pm Only 1 sachet of milk in bedroom Very welcoming hostess on check-in
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Adrian
11 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent all round good menu selection, spacious room and attentive staff.
Excellent all round good menu selection, spacious room and attentive staff.
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Mark
17 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very friendly,family friendly, close to national trust,and maiden castle!
Very friendly,family friendly, close to national trust,and maiden castle!
FAQs about Coach House Inn
Is parking available at the property?
Yes, free self parking is available on-site.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 14:00 until 21:00, and check-out is by 10:00. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request.
Where is the property located in relation to key landmarks?
The property is located in Winterbourne Abbas, approximately 4.2 km from Hardy Monument and within a 10-minute drive of The Keep Military Museum and Maumbury Rings. Chesil Beach is about 6.5 miles away.
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Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
- 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
- This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
- A car is required for transportation to and from this property.
- This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
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