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About this property
We are situated just a 1 minute walk from.'Brewery Square', where you can find numerous outlets offering wonderful breakfasts including Gluten free and Vegan options.Please note,You are booking room only. Outlets are available for breafast within a short walk from the house. Beggar's Knap situated 150 yards from the town centre was originally built in 1881. Beggar’s Knap Guest House offers 4-star accommodation in the centre of historic Dorchester. It is just 3 miles from Hardy’s Cottage, the birthplace of Thomas Hardy. The rooms at Beggar’s Knap have carpeted floors, with flat-screen TVs and hospitality trays. Free Wi-Fi is available, and guests can make use of free private parking on site with 24-hour surveillence. The building is non-smoking throughout. Brewery Square is a 1 minute walk away. Dorchester West and Dorchester South rail station are just a 5-minute walk from Beggar’s Knap. The shops and amenities of central Dorchester are just 150 yards from Beggar's Knap.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Roger
United Kingdom“Very convenient location and parking on site was a big bonus Very welcoming reception on our arrival Lovely and clean room with a very comfortable bed Thank you for having us” - Corina United Kingdom“Great location for town, excellent facilities, clean, very helpful and friendly owner”
- Beth United Kingdom“The communication between the owner and my self was very efficient. The bed was super comfy. It was quiet.”
- Marie-anne United Kingdom“Excellent location, large lovely rooms, comfortable beds and very welcoming owner.”
- Mark United Kingdom“Spotless, very welcoming host, great location. Thank you!”
- Jenny United Kingdom“A very warm welcome. Lovely large room with a comfortable king size bed,”
- Gary United Kingdom“Beautiful location and warm welcome from Mark very helpful. Lovely room clean elegant spacious bathroom easy access to the centre of Dorchester”
- Jane United Kingdom“Friendly & helpful host. Very convenient location in Dorchester. Unusual and refreshingly different ambience. Easy parking on the premises.”
Katherine United Kingdom“The place was really nice. Lovely big rooms, extremely comfortable beds, the bath was huge so could fully relax. Mark was a great host, we booked about an hour before arrival but he responded promptly and gave us all the information needed to get...”- Jane
Australia“The owner was very helpful. He carried my suitcase upstairs to my bedroom and stored luggage for me for most of the day until my onward journey.”
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Child policies
Children older than 5 years are welcome.
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Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no cots available at this property.
All extra beds are subject to availability.
The fine print
Please note that you are required to inform Beggar's Knap in advance of your expected arrival time. There is no 24-hour reception. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Access to our car park is from Great Western Road (and add) Opposite the Thai restaurant.
Please inform Beggar's Knap in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).
In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property can only accept bookings from essential workers/permitted travellers, during dates where such guidelines exist. Reasonable evidence must be provided on arrival. If it isn't provided, your booking will be cancelled on arrival.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
