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The Fontmell

3.5 star property
Inn in Shaftesbury with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board
Breakfast area
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Travelers find peaceful respite at The Fontmell, with a serene garden for a perfect countryside escape. The cozy bar welcomes visitors all day, and the restaurant serves meals from breakfast to dinner. Guests appreciate the peaceful atmosphere and in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Double Room (Papillon)

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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Deep-soaking bath
Separate bath and shower
Coffee/tea maker
  • 278 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Luxury Double Room (Mallyshag)

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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Deep-soaking bath
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
  • 371 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room (Babochka) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Double Room (Babochka)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
  • 278 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Double Room (Kipepeo)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Double Room (Schmetterling)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

Map
Crown Hill, Fontmell Magna, Shaftesbury, England, SP7 0PA

Getting around

  • Gillingham Dorset Station - 16 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 38 min drive

About this property

The Fontmell

Inn in a rural location
At The Fontmell, you can look forward to a garden, a library and a bar. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Barbecues, newspapers in the reception and smoke-free property
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as free WiFi and free bottled water.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hairdryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Coffee/tea makers and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Newspapers in lobby

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with special check-in instructions and lockbox information; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you, lockbox

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 30 per night.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 30 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Fontmell Inn Dorset
Fontmell Inn
Fontmell Dorset
Fontmell
Fontmell Inn Shaftesbury
Fontmell Shaftesbury
The Fontmell Inn
The Fontmell Shaftesbury
The Fontmell Inn Shaftesbury

Frequently asked questions

Is The Fontmell pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of GBP 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at The Fontmell?

Self-parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at The Fontmell?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM.

What time is check-out at The Fontmell?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is The Fontmell located?

Situated in a rural location, this inn is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Fontmell and Melbury Downs and within 6 miles (10 km) of Melbury Vale Winery and The Art Stable. Gold Hill Museum and Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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