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About this property

Located in the village of Didmarton in the Cotswolds, The King Arms offers free Wi-Fi, a bar, and an award-winning restaurant. This traditional 17th century inn offers homely rooms and charming self-catering cottages. Dating back to 1652, the rooms feature wood furnishings, a flat-screen TV, and tea and coffee making facilities. The private bathrooms have a hairdryer and complimentary Bramley bath and body products. The cottages feature a bright living area and a full equipped kitchen. Ironing supplies are available upon request. The King Arms serves seasonal British cuisine in the fine dining restaurant. Dishes are prepared using fresh, locally sourced produce where possible and the bar offers real ales. Didmarton is ideally located just 11 miles from Gatcombe Park and 10 minutes’ drive from the Badminton Horse Trials. The surrounding area is home to Westonbirt Arboretum and the historic Elizabethan house of Chavenage. The romantic Tudor manor house of Owlpen is a 20-minute drive away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Butcombe Brewing Co.
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Property highlights

    • Perfect for a 3-night stay!

    • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

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

    • Breakfast Info

    • Full English/Irish, Gluten-free

    • Free Parking Available On Site


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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Tammy
    United States United States
    Huge room, comfortable beds, AMAZING breakfast! Free parking
  • Gavin
    Canada Canada
    Owner and staff very friendly and dealt with arrival mix up very well
  • Chantal
    United States United States
    The room was super comfortable. They put us in the little cottage next to the parking and it was lovely. Staff was super friendly and the food was delicious
  • Joy
    United States United States
    Beautiful surroundings, rooms were very clean and comfortable
  • Pete
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Location and facilities, staff and management excellent
  • Lucy
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely staff and a wonderful breakfast. The room was great with lots of character. A really nice pub and I would definitely
  • Laurie
    United States United States
    We loved the choices as well as the preparation. The food tasted great!
  • Rupert
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Welcoming and helpful team, a good stay and a good location for a fair price. Supper very nice.
  • Heather
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Under new management since last year. Dark decor is being replaced gradually with lighter colours. Better food choices since last time. rooms were available early.
  • Julie
    Australia Australia
    It was styled to fit the surroundings with nice welcoming touches. Good bed - good food - good staff - easy parking

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      British
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Traditional

House rules

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Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 10:30 PM
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
£25 per child, per night
Crib upon request
Free
3 - 17 years
Extra bed upon request
£25 per child, per night

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Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
Groups
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

The Kings Arms does not accept payment made by American Express or Diners cards.

Please note that the bedding contains feathers.

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