Higher Melcombe Manor

Higher Melcombe Manor Bed and Breakfast in North Dorset District

9.4 / 10.0

Outstanding(156 Ratings)

Bed and Breakfast in North Dorset District

3-Star Hotel

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind

Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi and more

About this bed and breakfast

Set in Melcombe Bingham in the county of Dorset, 11 miles from Dorchester, Higher Melcombe Manor features a sun terrace and views of the garden. Free private parking is available on site.

Amenities

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Balcony or Patio

Garden

Family friendly

Map of North Dorset District

Nearby attractions

Longleat

41.4 mi

Paultons Park Home of Peppa Pig World

58.1 mi

Hawk Conservancy Trust

70.3 mi

Purbeck Heritage Coast

36.4 mi

Available Rooms

1 Double • 172 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

1 Single

Sleeps 1

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

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Higher Melcombe Manor

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9.4 / 10.0

Outstanding(156 Ratings)

Bed and Breakfast in North Dorset District

3-Star Hotel

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind

Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi and more

About this bed and breakfast

Set in Melcombe Bingham in the county of Dorset, 11 miles from Dorchester, Higher Melcombe Manor features a sun terrace and views of the garden. Free private parking is available on site.

Amenities

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Balcony or Patio

Garden

Family friendly

Map of North Dorset District

Nearby attractions

Longleat

41.4 mi

Paultons Park Home of Peppa Pig World

58.1 mi

Hawk Conservancy Trust

70.3 mi

Purbeck Heritage Coast

36.4 mi

Available Rooms

1 Double • 172 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

1 Single

Sleeps 1

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

Ratings and reviews

9.4 / 10.0

Outstanding(156 Ratings)

100% verified reviews

10.0 / 10.0

Jul 2023

Beautiful secluded house, and looked after perfectly by Nicky and Simon. Thank you both!

Beautiful location - remote but not difficult to get to. Very quiet, with a beautiful house, and Nicky and Simon looked after us wonderfully.

Nothing we didn’t like - very accommodating and homely.

7.0 / 10.0

Jul 2023

Country stay in great location with potential to be amazing with some attention to detail

The property is set in a beautiful location ideal for exploring the surrounding area. It has lots of character. The hosts were friendly and made tea on arrival. The rooms were pleasantly furnished and there was plenty of hot water. There was a separate lounge with lovely views from the windows and a kitchen area with plenty of mugs and a fridge.

The service and attention to detail in the rooms was below par. There were used mini toiletries, remnants of pot pourri in a bowl, a towel rail that fell off the wall when touched, a damp patch by the radiator and there were no welcoming treats eg biscuits. The bed although lovely was uncomfortable as it had raised metal sides. Also the dogs were sometimes left unattended which made us nervous.

10.0 / 10.0

Jul 2023

An amazing place to stay. Such a beautiful building with stunning character in a tranquil setting &

An amazing place to stay. Such a beautiful building with stunning character in a tranquil setting & a great base to visit places like Lulworth Cove. Nicky & Simon are thoroughly lovely people & such natural hosts & nothing is too much trouble. The comfiest bed we’ve ever slept in and breakfast was incredible. We will definitely be back. Cannot recommend enough.

9.0 / 10.0

May 2023

The stay at Higher Melcombe Manor exceeded our expectations, the location was exceptional

Breakfast was excellent, Nicki was an excellent host she went out of her way to ensure you had everything you could want, local produce food was amazing👍

There was nothing we didn't like, the location and hospitality was excellent.

10.0 / 10.0

May 2023

A wonderful place to stay and a super base to explore Dorset.

Steeped in history, homely and comfortable.

Nothing.

10.0 / 10.0

Apr 2023

Rural Dorset at its finest.

Wonderful rural Dorset location. Short walk to the nearest restaurant. A historic property with great views . Thoroughly enjoyed our stay.

Nothing to write here.

10.0 / 10.0

Apr 2023

Perfect place to relax and get away from it all.

Perfect location to relax and unwind.

10.0 / 10.0

Feb 2023

Lovely property, friendly owners. Recommended.

Lovely building, full of history. Very welcoming owners that were so helpful.

Better signage to the property. Already discussed with owner and on their 'to do' list!

9.0 / 10.0

Oct 2022

Superb

Lots of history and atmosphere.

Rather steep stairs.

7.0 / 10.0

Aug 2022

Set in lovely quiet countryside but sleep disturbed by owners’ barking dog

Woken at 6am by owners’ barking dog. Couldn’t get back to sleep. V annoying as this is a v quiet place otherwise, no traffic noise whatsoever, in the middle of nowhere, with beautiful countryside. Only accessible by car. Really spoilt my stay as arrived home very tired. Rather weak coffee (cafetière). Over £100 but not en suite.

9.0 / 10.0

Aug 2022

bags of charm and a great location

location and the owners

10.0 / 10.0

Aug 2022

fantastic hosts in an historic building.fascinating place and a couple of lovely dogs!and

fantastic location, wonderful hosts, brilliant room.

n/A

8.0 / 10.0

Jun 2022

Our stay was lovely which was made by the owner. I would definitely return and strongly recommend to friends and family.

The setting was beautiful and the building was lovely. The staff were so friendly and helpful and we had a lovely breakfast.

It would have been nice to have Tea and Coffee facilities in the room but there were facilities on the landing shared with one other guest.

8.0 / 10.0

Jun 2022

I will go again if I need to stay in Dorset.

A beautiful genuine old manor house and chapel, in superb countryside. If you love dogs their Collie loves it if you can throw sticks for it, while you sit and admire the view. Friendly hosts and good room

The only minor problem was a lack of Three mobile signal. But as the Manor is deep in the middle of the countryside surrounded by hills, that was not a surprise. It would be a bonus if you are trying to get away from Work.

8.0 / 10.0

Jun 2022

We had a lovely break. Thankyou

Amazing location , lovely hosts

No GF cereal provided

10.0 / 10.0

Jun 2022

Perfect stay on an active farm

Amazing breakfast In the country side Hosts were really friendly and you could tell how passionate they are about their farm and their cows and new calves.

Had some difficulty with the wifi/ phone signal but not a big issue

7.0 / 10.0

Jun 2022

Good

excellent location.

9.0 / 10.0

Jun 2022

A very warm welcome in a delightful property

The room was delightful and the building itself is very impressive - including its own private chapel. We received a very warm welcome from Nicky and Simon and were made to feel very much at home. Breakfast was delicious.

10.0 / 10.0

Feb 2022

I would be happy to return to this place!

As an animal lover, I enjoyed that it was a working farm as well as a manor house. The hosts were also very kind and welcoming. We had an excellent bike ride in the vicinity as well.

10.0 / 10.0

Nov 2021

Exceptional

Try to keep this winning formula going .

Absolutely nothing.

10.0 / 10.0

Nov 2021

Exceptional

A beautiful, Grade 1 listed house in a stunning location. The hostess was delightful (as were the dogs, cats and horses). The house is now the centre of a working farm, which just added to the fun as far as we were concerned. And a couple of miles away is a pub (The Fox) with friendly staff and good food. We only stayed for a single night, but intend to return for a longer visit when possible.

9.0 / 10.0

Oct 2021

Friendly, clean and unusual property. Close to most places you are likely to want to visit. Lovely!

Owners were charming. Breakfast was lovely and mostly from their own farm or surrounding farms. Beautiful house and farm/estate.

WiFi is non existent in the whole area and mobile phone service is sketchy at best. If you don't have to get on line or make calls (and why would you - relax for Goodness sake?), it's perfect. Bedrooms should have their own tv.

10.0 / 10.0

Oct 2021

Lovely stay in stunning surroundings.

The setting is absolutely stunning. The owners are lovely and friendly. Rooms are clean, tidy and well appointed, with views over the surrounding countryside. Great breakfast as well. Its a lovely walk into the village if you want food or a drink at The Fox in the evening. In summary, a lovely place to stay and good value for money.

10.0 / 10.0

Oct 2021

A lovely relaxing 2 night stay with excellent breakfasts. Wish it could have been longer.

Extremely friendly hosts who treat you like one of the family. The Manor is set in a lovely location with two local pubs who served great meals.

Nothing

10.0 / 10.0

Oct 2021

Exceptional

Gorgeous location with lovely gardens & views. The room & facilities were clean & comfortable all within a wonderful historical listed house. Nicky & Simon are outstanding hosts who went the extra mile to make my stay memorable. There are plenty of walks starting from the property along with several good pubs close by. Highly recommended, & look forward to my next visit.

I wasn’t there long enough

10.0 / 10.0

Sep 2021

Faultless - would love to return

Everything was perfect for us - welcome, location, high standard of bedroom and bathroom furnishings, breakfast, kind accommodating hosts, amazing building and history.

It was all even better than we expected

9.0 / 10.0

Sep 2021

Great, definitely going back.

Great family run establishment very friendly owners.

8.0 / 10.0

Sep 2021

A lovely few days.

Very quiet location - no disturbance, starry skies. The accommodation was a historic former manor house. Good views - fields, woodland and hills. There were several footpaths for the keen walker. Within half-hour drive were Dorchester, Cerne Abbas and a number of villages tucked away in the Dorset downlands. The Jurassic coast (eg Weymouth and Lulworth) an hour away.

The quiet location meant that the nearest few miles were of narrow roads and a need for careful driving. Little public transport.

10.0 / 10.0

Sep 2021

Exceptional

The breakfast was exceptional. The hosts made us feel like we were part of their family home. The two dogs were also very friendly.

8.0 / 10.0

Sep 2021

Friendly people great location

Nice Breakfast plenty of options. Beautiful location friendly people and as I booked very last minute it was very nice and relaxing.

10.0 / 10.0

Aug 2021

Exceptional

Fresh Breakfast made by the owner, very friendly.

10.0 / 10.0

Aug 2021

Very accommodating host

Very helpful and friendly owner who went out of her way to accommodate. Interesting tours and stories/conversations. Breakfast was nice with prepared fruit and a croissant on top of cereals and a cooked breakfast. Location was in the middle of the countryside. Very spacious house and grounds. Had a sense of freedom.

No "game changers", but a few minor things. There was no key for the single room. They had dogs in the house, but they do shut them away if you don't like dogs. If you like dogs though, you can play with them. Another review mentioned no drink trays in the room as there is a separate kitchen - I did have a drinks tray, but no milk on the tray and the milk in the kitchen had nearly run out. The owner will go out of her way to sort out anything though. They are busy farmers and very down to earth type of people, so expect a different and more natural experience compared with a formal five star hotel.

9.0 / 10.0

Aug 2021

Perfect

Excellent Hosts, beautiful house & wonderful breakfast!

n/a

8.0 / 10.0

Jul 2021

Very good

The farm location and friendliness of owners Simon and Nicky.

Tea making facilities on the shared landing. I think we could have disturbed other guests first thing in the morning. Would like kettle etc. in the room.

10.0 / 10.0

Jul 2021

Exceptional

It actually felt like a warmest home away from home. Nicky is just the best host ever. The farm itself and the location are totally mind blowing! Bed was super comfortable.

Nothing really

9.0 / 10.0

Jul 2021

Beautiful B&B!

It was a beautiful ancient Manor House that felt warm & welcoming, just like the hosts. Clean & comfortable with a delicious breakfast included. It was set in the most gorgeous countryside with great walks from the door, and also a reasonable drive to the coast - a fantastic place to stay!

We would have preferred tea-making facilities within the room rather than the shared kitchenette, but that’s just our preference.

FAQs

How much does this bed and breakfast cost compared to others in North Dorset District?

The average price for a rental in North Dorset District is $198 per night. This rental is $53 less expensive than the average.

Is parking included with this bed and breakfast?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Higher Melcombe Manor. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this bed and breakfast?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this bed and breakfast. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Higher Melcombe Manor pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this bed and breakfast is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Higher Melcombe Manor?

We found 7 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, balcony or patio, and tv.

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Higher Melcombe Manor

Bed and Breakfast in North Dorset District

Reasons to book

About this bed and breakfast

Amenities

Map of North Dorset District

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

Higher Melcombe Manor

Bed and Breakfast in North Dorset District

Reasons to book

About this bed and breakfast

Amenities

Map of North Dorset District

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

Ratings and reviews

FAQs

How much does this bed and breakfast cost compared to others in North Dorset District?

Is parking included with this bed and breakfast?

Is there a pool at this bed and breakfast?

Is Higher Melcombe Manor pet friendly?

What amenities are available at Higher Melcombe Manor?

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