The Crown At Marnhull - 4-Star Hotel in Sturminster Newton

The Crown at Marnhull is a 16th-century coaching inn that served as the inspiration for the "Pure Drop Inn" in Thomas Hardy's Tess of the d'Urbervilles. The property includes a garden and offers complimentary breakfast and free parking. The inn has wheelchair-accessible facilities and designated smoking areas.

The on-site restaurant serves British and European cuisine with vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options. Guests can dine al fresco in a beautifully enclosed garden, or enjoy award-winning local ales and handcrafted spirits from the bar. The menu features a Sunday carvery, pizza night, and seasonal dishes.

Guest rooms are en-suite and include superior family rooms with space for travel cots and standard double rooms with roll-top baths. Rooms feature Faith in Nature toiletries and a mini-fridge with fresh milk and chilled water. The superior double rooms have vaulted beams and chandeliers.

The inn is set in the village of Marnhull within the Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Nearby attractions include Stourhead House and Gardens, Longleat Safari Park, and Salisbury Cathedral. The property offers easy access to hiking and cycling routes, with secure parking on site.

The Crown welcomes dogs and provides pet-friendly rooms for stays. Family rooms accommodate larger groups, and children's meals are available from the restaurant menu. The inn has family rooms and non-smoking rooms throughout.

History: 16th-century coaching inn, the "Pure Drop Inn" in Hardy's Tess

Dining: British & European cuisine, al fresco garden, award-winning local ales

Rooms: Superior family rooms with vaulted beams, Faith in Nature toiletries

Location: Dorset AONB, near Stourhead, Longleat, Salisbury

Amenities: Complimentary breakfast, free parking, wheelchair accessible

Activities: Cycling and hiking routes, garden, daily housekeeping