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About this property

Situated in the scenic village of Tollard Royal in rural Wiltshire, The King John Inn is a Victorian country inn built in 1859. It offers free Wi-Fi and free private parking, as well as a restaurant. Rooms within the property are elegant in style and some feature wooden beams which reflect the character of the building. All bedrooms come with a flat-screen TV and a luxury tiled bathroom and complimentary toiletries toiletries. The King Room feature a super king-size bed and a roll top bath. Guests have the option of eating in the open-plan bar, in the award-winning restaurant or in the terraced garden. The Chef and his team use fresh ingredients sourced directly to local suppliers. The bar provides an ever-changing selection of imported drafts and local beers as well as an extensive wine list. The cathedral city of Salisbury is within 20 miles whilst Shaftesbury, a hillside town in Dorset, is less than 20 minutes by car. The King John Inn sits within a 5-minute walk of the historic Rushmore Park, an area of lawn and open woodland, which includes Rushmore Golf Club.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

    • Breakfast info

    • Continental, Full English/Irish, Breakfast to go

    • Free private parking available on-site


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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
1 large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Dionne
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Pretty room, well equipped, comfy bed and the staff were incredibly attentive, offered a warm welcome..and provided some delicious homemade cookies! We stayed for a lovely breakfast. Highly recommend.
  • Angela
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely pub, friendly, helpful and welcoming staff. Our room was comfortable and furnished beautifully. Big bathroom and comfy bed.
  • Puja
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Beautiful property. Peaceful and high quality. Staff were welcoming and helpful.
  • Amanda
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely old pub, nice quiet area and comfortable room.
  • Rene
    Netherlands Netherlands
    It makes such a big difference how the staff welcomes you from the very first moment – and here we felt immediately at home. The room was clean and cozy, despite a few minor flaws like a poor shower. Dinner was perfect, and so was breakfast –...
  • Roger
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great location, lovely food and the room was excellent.
  • David
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Nice pub in small village with patio seating outside and great sunny terraced garden (not wheelchair accessible). Good decor and ambiance inside. Room (delux double) was nice. Water bottles in room. Great base for exploring the area with lovely...
  • Sharon
    Australia Australia
    The breakfast was great, and the staff were very accomodating. We had an issue with our room, but it was sorted with a friendly smile and no problems at all. Thank you.
  • Catherine
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Super country boutique hotel with beautiful country walks nearby. Enjoyed the restaurant and a great breakfast in the morning. Perfect for an overnight stay during visit to Shaftesbury.
  • Christopher
    Switzerland Switzerland
    A jewel of a location, quiet and secluded. The staff were very helpful, and breakfast set us up for the rest of the day.

Host Information

Company review score: 9.4Based on 31,690 reviews from 38 properties
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Property information

Nestled inside the beautiful Cranborne Chase on the borders of Wiltshire and Dorset, we’re a true British country inn with an award-winning restaurant, a well-stocked and homely bar and eight elegant bedrooms for you to rest your head. Our passion lies in celebrating the heritage and sophistication of British countryside life, from its food to its fine traditions and unforgettable experiences. Come and stop by and discover the best of the country with us…

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      British
    • Ambiance
      Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

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Check-in
From 15:00 to 22:30
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Groups
When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Accepted payment methods
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note, this property does not accept Amex as a method of payment.

When booking 3 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements will apply.