The Scott Arms

Scott Arms, West Street, Kingston, Wareham, Kingston, BH20 5LH, United Kingdom – Excellent location - show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location — rated 9.4/10! <small>(score from <b>373</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
8.1
Scored 8.1
Very good
Rated very good
373 reviews

The location is stunning with breathtaking views. It’s a lovely old building but showing it’s age - in our room the windows either didn’t open or didn’t shut! However our generous accommodation (bedroom and sitting room) was warm, clean and comfortable. Plenty of parking. Breakfast, although limited in choice, was very good. Staff welcoming and cheery. Great stopover if you’re walking SW coast path.

Alison United Kingdom
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The Scott Arms

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Situated in Kingston, 3.1 km from Corfe Castle and 18 km from Monkey World, The Scott Arms features a restaurant and garden views. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are accessible at the bed and breakfast free of charge. Guests can make use of a garden. The bed and breakfast offers a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a hair dryer, free toiletries and bath. At the bed and breakfast, each unit has bed linen and towels. A bar can be found on-site. Poole Harbour is 28 km from The Scott Arms, while Swanage Railway is 7.5 km from the property. The nearest airport is Bournemouth Airport, 37 km from the accommodation.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Bar

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Free parking available on-site

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1 large double bed
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.1
Facilities
8.2
Cleanliness
8.7
Comfort
8.7
Value for money
8.1
Location
9.4
Free WiFi
8.6
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  • Alison
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The location is stunning with breathtaking views. It’s a lovely old building but showing it’s age - in our room the windows either didn’t open or didn’t shut! However our generous accommodation (bedroom and sitting room) was warm, clean and...”
  • An
    Belgium Belgium
    “Location perfect for walks. Staff very helpful after we were rained out”
  • Shelley
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Gorgeous views over Corfe Castle, excellent breakfast, and friendly staff.”

Host Information

Company review score: 9.1Based on 371 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Dancing Ledge is found on the coast near Langton Matravers. It is an old cliff quarry and has stunning views of the coast. There are some great walks starting from the pub. Going in all directions! (Take a map and walking boots, especially if its been raining!) A great half day walk is to go to Swyre Head, go along the ridge to Kimmeridge, stop off for refreshment at Clavells and return along the Cliff path to Kingston. A 1 ½ hour walk is to take the path to Houns Tout found 100 metres past the church on West street, on the left, walk through the woods and then out onto the Encombe bowl. Stunning views all around to Kimmeridge and Isle of Portland and usually very quiet. Once you hit the Cliff path turn East down lots of steps and look for the tarmac lane heading back up to Kingston past a lone cottage. To extend this walk keep following coast path East to St Aldhams Head or Worth Matravers. Or keep going to Swanage! And bus/taxi back to Kingston or Steam train when in season to Corfe and hike back up to pub! Other attractions close by. Bovington Tank museum (good if its raining!) Monkey World Putlake Farm (good soft play for kids)

Property information

What makes the Scott Arms so special is its unique setting in a picturesque village, high up on the Purbeck hills overlooking Corfe Castle. It is a beautiful spot in which to base yourself exploring the unique area of Purbeck. Once you have discovered this hidden gem you are bound to return especially after staying in our comfortable bedrooms enjoying fabulous pub food, great beer, cider, wine and spirits looked after by our friendly staff .

Neighbourhood information

The area is the eastern gateway to the Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site – walk along the South West Coast Path and pass Old Harry Rocks, Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door. Fancy a day at the beach? Enjoy Swanage’s Blue Flag sandy beach or the more rugged 4 mile stretch of sand at Studland Nauture Reserve. If nature is more your thing, Durlston Country Park is a perfect place to discover the area’s rich wildlife, as is Brownsea Island, Arne RSPB reserve and Wareham Forest. Kingston, Worth Matravers and Langton Matravers are found south of Corfe Castle. The area is very popular for walking and a number of our walking trails pass through or near these villages.The 'Smugglers Ways' begins at Worth Matravers and then travels down to the coast path and back again to visit where smugglers were known to bring their goods ashore. The 'Commoners Ways' starts at Kingston travelling south to Corfe Castle and back again. Another walking route is the Purbeck Way, of which part travels from Corfe Castle, past Kingston and ends at Chapman's Pool just outside Worth Matravers. If you are looking for a refeshment stop, try the infamous Worth Matravers village pub the Square and Compass.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Facilities of The Scott Arms
Great facilities! Review score, 8.2

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
Outdoors
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/champagne
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Daily housekeeping
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    General
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Carpeted
    • Heating
    Languages spoken
    • English

    House rules

    The Scott Arms takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 15:00 to 21:00

    Check-out

    From 09:00 to 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 room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children are not allowed.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 18

    Payments by Booking.com

    Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.

    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Quiet hours

    Guests must be quiet between 11:00 and 08:00.

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    Quiet hours are between 11:00:00 and 08:00:00.

    FAQs about The Scott Arms

    • Room options at The Scott Arms include:

      • Double
      • Suite

    • Check-in at The Scott Arms is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

    • The prices at The Scott Arms may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • The Scott Arms offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • The Scott Arms is 400 yards from the centre of Kingston. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.