We recently stayed in a party of five at this wonderful location. From the moment we arrived we were impacted by the serenity of the surroundings (Hardy country) as well as the place itself with blackbirds singing and horses grazing just outside our bedroom's window. Although it is only a few miles outside Dorchester it really feels like being in... More

Setting: amidst fields and quiet little country roads not far from Thomas Hardy's cottage and across the road from what was his old school. Every bedroom window has a view. Welcome warm and efficient. Bedrooms spotlessly clean, peaceful, low key classy. Plenty of wardrobe space, chest of drawers. Good hospitality tray with homemade biscuits. Spotless bathroom and daisy fresh white... More

My girlfriend and I enjoyed an excellent meal at Yalbury Cottage in April. The food was prepared with a great deal of love and care. The setting is very cosy and intimate, the perfect for a romantic meal on a cold rainy night!

We booked a table for dinner here to celebrate my in-laws 60th wedding anniversary and received a friendly welcome. Pre-dinner drinks in the lounge by the fire was an excellent start to the evening. The menu was very difficult to choose from as there were so many enticing choices. Ariane and her colleagues made you feel so welcome here. I... More

Having just returned from the hotel I write with a degree of regret, but the idea is to let others see places from the users viewpoint, so here it is. We arrived for a two night stay. The room was excellent and the welcome superb. The service in the hotel, (small as it is, but perfectly formed), was impossible to... More

Encouraged by reviews, we booked a four night stay for our early Spring break and it was one of the most delightful places we have stayed in. Great food, with canapes, four courses and coffee each night for dinner, with some lovely dishes: the scallops and double-baked cheese souffle starters are to die for and great to find local snails... More

I stayed 2 nights, having been recommended to this hotel by friends. It did not disappoint! The food was fantastic - locally sourced and beautifully cooked and presented. A great welcome from Jamie and Ariane, the owners. Service was attentive and friendly. Special offers on winter breaks and a treat not to be penalised for being a "single". Room was... More

Just spent a night at Yalbury Cottage following a friend's recommendation and have to say it tipped the 'excellent scale' on all aspects. A warm and friendly welcome, our room was a good size for a 'cottage' and spotless with all facilities. The bathroom was well appointed with bath and a very decent shower. The arrival of tea and home... More

The warm welcome with tea and biscuits set the tome for the whole stay. The rooms are comfortably furnished with good bathroom. There is a comfortable lounge for relaxing in; and the food is excellent. The breakfast really sets you up for the day. Dinner and Sunday lunch have been excellent; I always thought duck should be well cooked, but... More