Reviews from guests who stayed at this hotel, shared by our hotel supplier. Score based on the latest 36 reviews.
Belinda
United Kingdom · Couple · October 2026
“A real find”
+Heavenly location, lovely sunny private garden, a perfect eyrie with views of horses in a neighbouring field. Responsive owner. Lovely attention to detail.
−I liked everything, although you can’t park right outside except for loading/unloading, you just find a place slightly down the lane.
trevor
United Kingdom · Couple · July 2026
“What a lovely remote little place ! Host( Michael?) was particularly thoughtful and welcoming”
+The host, the individuality, the remote, but close, proximity to Shaftesbury !
−Nothing about the property , but needed to be aware of the low ceilings cos I banged my head 😬
Anna Nicholson
United Kingdom · Couple · June 2026
“Excellent location even though it was in the middle of nowhere but close enough to a town.”
Cyndie
United Kingdom · Couple · May 2026
“Beautiful and comfortable accommodation in Dorset.”
+Very comfortable accommodation , beautiful setting in the countryside with view on two horses in the fields. The outhouse looked lovely. It is well equipped with a good bed and shower. The owner is reactive and thoughtful . He was away but had left fresh milk form the farm and plenty of tea.
−Everything was great. The place is a bit hard to find on Google maps at first.
Paul
United Kingdom · Couple · April 2026
“The Roost makes for a wonderful stay, thank you Michael”
+The Roost is a great place, clean and comfortable accommodation, Michael our host has provided everything you need for a relaxing stay in a spectacular location
−You may struggle to find the Roost if your'e not familiar with the area, but this Sat Nav issue only adds to the adventure.
Larissa
United Kingdom · Solo · February 2026
“Very comfortable, clean and charming”
+It’s a lovely studio, super clean and comfortable, with nice views over the countryside. All works great - shower, heating, coffeemaker, kettle with nice tea selections. Milk was there. Very quiet. Bed is comfortable. Host was great and easy to communicate with. There is a bench with views in the garden next to entrance to have morning tea. Thank you for providing this relaxing and charming space!
−Seriously, nothing I did not like.
Edward
United Kingdom · Couple · January 2026
“Very satisfactory but not luxurious.”
+Self catering
Tideswell
United Kingdom · Solo · August 2025
+If you're looking for a retreat that gives you true peace and quiet, I'd highly recommend The Roost. It's lovely, and you get to look out of some of Dorset's beautiful scenery.
Shortie
United Kingdom · Couple · August 2025
“Relaxing”
+Great host, everything you needed in a comfy hideaway…will return!
−N/A
Sheena
United Kingdom · Couple · July 2025
“Perfect for a quiet getaway.”
+Beautifully designed and maintained loft conversion over a garage. Has everything you need for a short stay, plenty of light, and its own section of terraced garden with a deck to sit out on. Very quiet, peacful location, 10 mins from Shaftesbury down country lanes. Views over felds. The host, Michael, greeted us warmly and told us about the Chalke Valley History Festival, in case we wanted a day out.
−Nothing