Title: The Rivers Arms Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The Rivers Arms Bed & breakfast in Dorchester with free breakfast and restaurant ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78480000/78479600/78479545/97d2092d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78480000/78479600/78479545/16a8d407.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78480000/78479600/78479545/4c2c605e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Shower, rainfall showerhead, hair dryer, towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78480000/78479600/78479545/076eacd3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78480000/78479600/78479545/0930dcab.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Rivers Arms sits in peaceful rural surroundings, offering travelers a genuine escape. 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Cheselbourne, Dorchester, England, DT2 7NW ### What's nearby - Monkey World Ape Rescue Center - 24 min drive - 14.5 miles - The Tank Museum - 25 min drive - 14.1 miles - Lulworth Cove - 37 min drive - 19.2 miles - Durdle Door Beach - 40 min drive - 18.9 miles - Durdle Door - 44 min drive - 19.1 miles ### Getting around - Dorchester South Station - 24 min drive - Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 53 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪The Royal Oak - ‬10 min drive - ‪Thimble Inn - ‬13 min drive - ‪The Antelope Inn Pidney - ‬22 min drive - ‪The Fox Inn - ‬8 min drive - ‪The Martyrs Inn - ‬15 min drive ## About this property ### The Rivers Arms Bed & breakfast in a rural location Free cooked-to-order breakfast, a terrace and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at The Rivers Arms. Free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), is available to all guests, along with a bar and a restaurant. Other perks at this bed & breakfast include: - Free self-parking Room features All guest rooms at The Rivers Arms have amenities, such as free WiFi. Extra amenities include: - Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles - Rainfall showers, hairdryers and shampoo ## 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 transport - 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 lift - 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 ### Access methods Host will greet you ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - Deposit: GBP 60 per accommodation, per stay We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ### Property is also known as The Rivers Arms Dorchester The Rivers Arms Bed & breakfast The Rivers Arms Bed & breakfast Dorchester ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Rivers Arms pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at The Rivers Arms? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at The Rivers Arms? > Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available. ### What time is check-out at The Rivers Arms? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is The Rivers Arms located? > Situated in a rural location, this bed & breakfast is within 9 miles (15 km) of Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Tolpuddle Martyrs Museum and Hardy's Cottage. Sculpture by the Lakes and Badger Watch Dorset are also within 9 miles (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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