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The Rivers Arms

3.0 star property

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Exterior
Aerial view
Bar (on property)
WiFi (free), bed sheets
Balcony

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar

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The Rivers Arms. Cheselbourne, Dorchester, England, DT2 7NW
  • Place, Dorset National Landscape
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Weymouth Beach
    ‪39 min drive‬
  • Place, Durdle Door
    ‪47 min drive‬

Room options

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Terrace/patio

Panoramic Cabin

  • Valley view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 6 Double Beds and 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Terrace/patio

Panoramic Cabin

  • Valley view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 6 Double Beds and 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Dorchester

The Rivers Arms places you within a 15-minute drive of Dorset National Landscape and Tolpuddle Martyrs Museum. This 7-room, 3-star bed & breakfast has free breakfast along with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Dorset National Landscape - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Weymouth Beach - 39 min drive - 20.7 miles
  • Lulworth Cove - 39 min drive - 20.0 miles
  • Durdle Door - 47 min drive - 18.3 miles
  • Poole Harbour - 54 min drive - 24.1 miles

Getting around

  • Dorchester South Station - 24 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Thimble Inn - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Greyhound Inn - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Blue Vinny - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Martyrs Inn - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Antelope Inn Pidney - ‬22 min drive

About this property

The Rivers Arms

Guests staying at The Rivers Arms enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a terrace, and a garden. Free parking is available if you drive.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Bathrooms offer rainfall showers and hair dryers. Other standard amenities include electric kettles and free tea bags/instant coffee.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Vineyard

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Vineyard

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Visual fire alarm

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: GBP 60 per accommodation, per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

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, debit cards, and cash
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-9:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

The Rivers Arms Dorchester
The Rivers Arms Bed & breakfast
The Rivers Arms Bed & breakfast Dorchester

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do within easy reach of The Rivers Arms?

This bed & breakfast is located in Dorchester, close to Tolpuddle Martyrs Museum, Hardy's Cottage, and Sculpture by the Lakes. Dorset National Landscape is also within a driving distance of 4.9 mi.

Is there parking available at The Rivers Arms?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the bed & breakfast.

Does The Rivers Arms feature a casino on the premises?

No, The Rivers Arms doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Rivers Arms?

No, there is no indoor pool at this bed & breakfast.

What amenities will couples enjoy at The Rivers Arms?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this bed & breakfast, including a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a vineyard.

Are there hot tubs at The Rivers Arms?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Rivers Arms have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, The Rivers Arms serves free cooked-to-order breakfasts each morning from its restaurant.

Does The Rivers Arms allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Rivers Arms.

Are there connecting rooms at The Rivers Arms?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to The Rivers Arms?

The closest major airport to The Rivers Arms is Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.), which is 28.2 mi away (53 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at The Rivers Arms?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at The Rivers Arms.