Gaggle of Geese Pub - Shepherd Huts & Bell Tents

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Scored 9.3
Rated superb

Staff

9.5

Property highlights

About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Gaggle of Geese Pub - Shepherd Huts & Bell Tents in Dorchester offers family rooms with garden views, private entrances, and modern amenities. Each room includes a kitchenette, private bathroom, and comfortable furnishings. Dining Experience: The family-friendly restaurant serves British cuisine with vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free options. Guests can enjoy brunch, lunch, and dinner in a modern ambience. Live music enhances the dining experience. Leisure Facilities: The property features an outdoor fireplace, picnic area, and outdoor seating. Additional amenities include badminton equipment hire, free WiFi, and free on-site private parking. Local Attractions: Located 53 km from Bournemouth Airport, the property is near Monkey World (30 km), Corfe Castle (45 km), Poole Harbour (46 km), Golden Cap (47 km), and Sherborne Old Castle (17 km).

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

  • Free private parking available on-site

Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
and
2 bunk beds
2 single beds
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1 double bed
3 single beds
and
1 large double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

Chee
Malaysia Malaysia
“The huts were cozy and most importantly clean. The welcome pack of bread, honey and cookies was a pleasant surprise, not to mention the fresh, delicious apples right off the tree. The ball-pit bus, pet goats and spacious lawn kept the children...”
Nicola
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“I like the set up . I have how you have reused the bus and horses box .”
Jane
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Wonderful hospitality, clean accommodation, the Bug has everything you need including kitchenware and bedding. The fire pit is great for those long evenings. Saturday night music is an added bonus when you are there over the weekend.”
Gemma
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“I took my 3 sons. 2 are autistic and were worried about staying somewhere different. We had a lovely time! The surroundings and staff are lovely. My 5 year old loved the play bus and the live music. The pub even cooked his pasta for us a certain...”
Karen
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The Gaggle is the absolute perfect place for a getaway. The accommodation is lovely, the team are welcoming and friendly and the site is so peaceful.”
Claire
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Sarah and Simon could not be more helpful and the shepherd hut was perfect for our stay. The facilities had everything we could need and it was lovely and peaceful. The food in the pub was amazing and we were so welcomed and well looked after.”
Karen
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Fantastic location for a quiet family break. Beautiful countryside location and a lovely pub with delicious food and friendly staff.”
Karen
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Warm, comfortable and quiet surroundings in beautiful countryside location. Wonderful welcome and fantastic food.”
Chloe
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Everyone was so friendly, the site was really clean, plenty for the little ones to do and in the perfect location. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and will definitely be returning in the future.”
Lisa
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“It had a really lovely vibe. Friendly staff when we arrived. Loved how the Bell tents were situated and the over grown areas which were back to nature. It really added to the feel rather then a mowed field which often campsites are. Really loved...”

Managed by Simon & Sarah

Company review score: 9.5Based on 69 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

The Gaggle of Geese is a family pub, owned and run by Simon & Sarah. You will also get to meet the pub dog, Aggie; a friendly border collie who loves to play ball.

Property information

The Gaggle of Geese is a rural family-owned freehouse pub in Dorset. A chic family-friendly pub with skittle alley, function space, five acres of gardens, campsite and shepherd huts. Our 'Birdie' & 'Bumble' Shepherd Huts are made by the local award winning company Plankbridge. Birdie is aimed at couples with a kind sized bed, ensuite shower room and wood burning stove. Bumble can sleep up to four and so is ideal for families with kind sized bed, kitchenette & two single bunks. Our furnished bell tents provide the option to camp in style! Each has a double and two single beds complete with bedding, power pack, lighting and firepit Enjoy the peace of the rural village, amazing stars and your own firepit. Located within the grounds of the Gaggle, good beers, company and food is just a short walk away

Neighbourhood information

The Gaggle is located within the rural Dorset village of Buckland Newton. The village is surrounded by amazing countryside and walk. And benefits from a village shop, childrens play area and playing field. The famous Cerne Giant is a walk away or a short drive. Weymouth, Chesil Beach, Tank Museum, Lullworth Cove & Abbotsbury are all within a reasonable drive. Plenty to see and do!

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Gaggle of Geese Pub
  • Cuisine
    British
  • Open for
    Brunch • Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly • Modern
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of Gaggle of Geese Pub - Shepherd Huts & Bell Tents

Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar

House rules

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Check-in
From 17:00 to 22:00
Check-out
From 08:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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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. Charges may be applicable.
Cards accepted at this property
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 08:00.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.