BRIDGE HOUSE BEAMINSTER

Address: 3 Prout Bridge, Beaminster, United Kingdom


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Available rates for02 Jun 2012 - 03 Jun 2012
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Full Service Historical Hotel Year Built 1300 Additional Property Description Bridge House, Beaminster is a charismatic, 13th Century former priests house with an excellent reputation for fine food and wines. The building simply oozes history and character with classic stone mullioned windows, beamed ceilings and inglenook fireplaces. Yet despite its age, the family run hotel, has been gently refurbished to give it a modern feel without sacrificing its patina. The Lounge and Bar are in the oldest part of the building and are simply perfect to help you wind down. There is a choice of dining areas from the stunning Georgian paneled restaurant through to the Old Conservatory overlooking the beautiful walled garden. Private dining and breakfast takes place in the large Sun Room while al fresco dining occurs in the garden during the summer months. The Bridge House has a fine reputation for food, making the most of West Dorsets plethora of organic, local suppliers. Cooking style is uncomplicated and English, all beautifully presented. Recently, the hotel has become a popular venue for weddings with the acquisition of a civil wedding license. The hotel may be 600 years old, but it is full of the most up to date technology and products Wi Fi, internet and flat screen TVs, some widescreen are available in all bedrooms along with direct dial and digital telephones. The hotel has also served local businesses well with its less formal conference facilities. The Bridge House also takes immense pride in its finest Egyptian cotton linen by Frette as well as quality products such as Molton Brown in all the bathrooms. Owner/managers, Mark and Joanna Donovan, also ensure that every guest receives personal attention where nothing is too much trouble. NBR OF SUITES 1NBR OF NON SMOKING ROOMS 14ROOM AMENITIES FOR ALL ROOMS ROOM AMENITIES AM/FM ALARM CLOCK / HAIRDRYER / IRON/IRONING BOARD / NO SMOKING ROOM / TELEVISIONC1D CITY VIEW MAX OCCUPANCY 2 MAX NBR OF ROLLAWAYS 0DDB CITY VIEW MAX OCCUPANCY 2 MAX NBR OF ROLLAWAYS 0B1K CITY VIEW MAX OCCUPANCY 2 MAX NBR OF ROLLAWAYS 0

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15:00

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11:00

Area attractions

Primary City EXT 38 MI NE 2012 Olympics Portland W28 MI EAbbotsbury Swannery 15 MI SEBeaminster 0 MI SExeter 38 MI SWThe Cobb Lyme Regis 17 MI WThomas Hardys birthplace H24 MI EWorld Heritage Site The Ju5 MI S

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Hotel information

The Conference/Sun Room overlooks the terrace and walled garden and accommodates up 20 delegates boardroom style or 30 delegates theatre style. There are two breakout rooms adjacent to the Sun Room, which can be provided (notice is required). The walled garden is tailor-made for champagne receptions. Cosy bar and lounge with open fires complete the comfort.

Quick description

Set in the heart of beautiful Beaminster (Hardy's Emminster) and surrounded by stunning countryside, this 700 year-old former priest’s house is steeped in history and character. With crackling log fires in centuries-old inglenooks, stone mullioned windows, oak beams and candles, here you can relax without fuss or hurry in an environment that is both ancient and modern. While the building may be Medieval, its interior and facilities are entirely up to date. Refurbished public areas, new bathrooms throughout and investment in new technology, such as Wi-fi, ensure the Bridge House is firmly in the 21st Century while maintaining the hotel’s stunning original features. Within easy reach of Dorset's fossil paradise, the Jurassic Coast, during your stay you can explore many sites of natural beauty, including Durdle Door, Lulworth Cove and Lyme Regis.

Area information

With its beautiful walled garden, the hotel remains at the heart of Beaminster - one of the best-placed Dorset towns. Deep in Thomas Hardy’s Wessex, the hotel is also on the doorstep of a World Heritage Site - The Jurassic Coast, with its 95 miles of unspoiled coastline, crammed with 185 million years of fossil history.An ideal location for walking holidays in Dorset, Bridge House shares the same stretch of the River Brit made famous by Channel 4’s ‘River Cottage’ series and is surrounded by some of Dorset’s most spectacular countrysideThe hotel is situated just 50 yards from Beaminster square on the Bridport to Crewkerne road. Here a wealth of small, independent shops, pubs and cafes make it lively and interesting and a great place just to wander, browse and enjoy the traditional, Dorset, hamstone buildings.The hotel can also arrange local activities and adventures such as fossil hunting along the Jurassic Coastline, Llama Trekking, guided walks through Thomas Hardy country, walks with local poets, RIB hire at Lyme Regis, tour of the local brewery or an evening of wine tasting.

Food & beverage

During the summer, there is al fresco dining in the terrace and garden. The AA Rosette restaurant provides more formal dining, with dishes specialising in local fish and meat.

Room information

The Old Coach House (Self-catering cottage)Three rooms are ground floor and ideal for easier access to the walled car park. Two upstairs bedrooms are pretty and cosy including one family room which has two immediately adjacent singles - perfect for children.The other rooms are found in the Medieval main house.

Check-In

15:00

Check-Out

11:00

Bridge House, Beaminster is a charismatic, 13th Century former priests house with an excellent reputation for fine food and wines. The building simply oozes history and character with classic stone mullioned windows, beamed ceilings and inglenook fireplaces. Yet despite its age, the family run hotel, has been gently refurbished to give it a modern feel without sacrificing its patina. The Lounge and Bar are in the oldest part of the building and are simply perfect to help you wind down. There is a choice of dining areas from the stunning Georgian paneled restaurant through to the Old Conservatory overlooking the beautiful walled garden. Private dining and breakfast takes place in the large Sun Room while al fresco dining occurs in the garden during the summer months. The Bridge House has a fine reputation for food, making the most of West Dorsets plethora of organic, local suppliers. Cooking style is uncomplicated and English, all beautifully presented. Recently, the hotel has become a popular venue for weddings with the acquisition of a civil wedding license. The hotel may be 600 years old, but it is full of the most up to date technology and products; Wi-Fi, internet and flat screen TVs, some widescreen are available in all bedrooms along with direct dial and digital telephones. The hotel has also served local businesses well with its less formal conference facilities. The Bridge House also takes immense pride in its finest Egyptian cotton linen by Frette as well as quality products such as Molton Brown in all the bathrooms. Owner/managers, Mark and Joanna Donovan, also ensure that every guest receives personal attention where nothing is too much trouble.