A countryside retreat where travelers enjoy freshly prepared complimentary breakfasts before relaxing in garden surroundings with convenient WiFi access
The Rivers Arms sits in peaceful rural surroundings, offering travelers a genuine escape. Guests start their day with a free cooked-to-order breakfast, stay connected with in-room WiFi, and can spend afternoons relaxing on the garden terrace or enjoying drinks at the bar.
Located in Dorchester, The Rivers Arms is in a rural area. Hardy's Cottage and Max Gate are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Warmwell Holiday Park Ski Slope and Purbeck Shooting School. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at The Avenue Stadium or South West Survival. Visit our Dorchester travel guide
The Rivers Arms. Cheselbourne, Dorchester, England, DT2 7NW
What's nearby
Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
1 min walk - 0.0 km
Lulworth Cove
34 min drive - 31.1 km
Poole Harbour
38 min drive - 35.3 km
Durdle Door
43 min drive - 30.7 km
Bournemouth Beach
45 min drive - 41.7 km
Getting around
Dorchester South Station
24 min drive
Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)
53 min drive
Restaurants
Thimble Inn
13 min drive
Blue Vinny
10 min drive
The Martyrs Inn
15 min drive
The Fox Inn
8 min drive
The Farm Stop & Food Bar
13 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.
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
Limited on-site self parking
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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
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
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
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).
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