Greyhound Inn

In Sydling St Nicholas, a postcard Dorset village just outside Dorchester. You’re a short drive from the Cerne Abbas Giant and the Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, with Chesil Beach and Badger Watch Dorset within easy reach. This family-friendly, pet-friendly 18th‑century coaching inn sits amid thatched cottages and a trout stream.

A handsome 18th‑century coaching inn with Thomas Hardy connections and six newly refurbished bedrooms. Rooms feature iPod docks, DVD players and flat‑screen TVs, plus private bathrooms with designer toiletries. Expect coffee/tea makers, irons/ironing boards, wellies for wet weather and garden or countryside views; some rooms are in a converted stable block across the car park.

Award‑winning restaurant and bar on site, complimentary breakfast included, and a peaceful garden to unwind in. Smoke‑free property with free self parking nearby. Staff welcome families and pets, and the vibe is cozy countryside with modern touches.

Free self parking onsite and complimentary wireless internet (Wi‑Fi) throughout. Reception is staffed (note Sunday hours are noon–10 PM).

Home to an award‑winning dining pub—named Dorset’s Dining Pub of the Year multiple times—with a lively bar/lounge. Complimentary breakfast is served each morning, and the kitchen offers flexible meal options for late arrivals. Expect hearty, locally inspired dishes and classic pub fare.