Pigsty cottage, kings stag, Sturminster Newton, DT10 2AZ, United Kingdom
#2 of 12 hotels in Sturminster Newton
Guests' ChoiceBased on 58 hotel reviews
9.6Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.9
Location
9.9
Facilities
9.9
Staff
9.9
Value for money
9.9
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Reviewed: 24 August 2025
David
United KingdomWe found that the Annexe was very well equipped, cosy and quite homely. It was also quiet and peaceful with lovely views of the local fields and garden.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 18 August 2025
Emily
United KingdomThe Annexe had everything we needed and more. Katie had provided fresh milk and bread, towels were lovely and soft and the fully equipped kitchen more than provided for our needs. Beautiful building and very clean. Had no issues whilst we were here.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 28 July 2025
Matthew
United KingdomNothing at all
Very comfortable and perfect for a weekend retreat
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 29 June 2025
Matthew
United KingdomFloor at the bottom of the stars was a tiny bit slippy
Was a wonderful property, got there and was greeted by the host who was fantastic and really helpful. The property and location are honestly the best we've been to and we're definitely going to be staying again
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 13 June 2025
Tim
United KingdomBeautiful area of the country. Very clean and comfortable. Friendly hosts.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 30 May 2025
Gavin
United KingdomNothing
Everything
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 24 May 2025
Smith
United KingdomMore of an inconvenience than didn't like was the short steep flight of stairs. And that the bathroom was downstairs
Katie and family were very friendly and helpful. The cottage was unusual in that the lounge and balcony were upstairs. Kitchen and bathroom downstairs. The cottage had all the amenities. Lovely views of the countryside from the balcony with occasional visits from some deers
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 24 April 2025
Edgar_vs
United KingdomWe liked everything about our 2 night stay. The location is great, very quite and off the main road. The house was clean and we had everything we needed. The host was very friendly and helpfull.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 21 April 2025
Natasha
United KingdomNothing
Beautiful area Beautiful property Katie was lovely she was very welcoming couldn't of asked for more
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 17 April 2025
Stephen
United KingdomAmazing location in the centre of Dorset. Perfect for day trips both north and south. Lovely clean Annexe as described. Bed was really comfortable. The kitchen was well equipped for self-catering. Sounds of nature from the Balcony in the evening was lovely.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 10 November 2024
Annalize
United KingdomThere was nothing not to like!
Cosy and comfortable stay for 2 in lovely surroundings
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: 31 October 2024
Margaret
United KingdomAll perfect.
Lovely property, comfortable and very clean and well equipped. Good heating and shower and kitchen facilities. Friendly and helpful owners. Peaceful, private and convenient location. On site parking and good size balcony.
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 30 October 2024
Nathan
United KingdomKatie was amazing and so was the Annexe. Highly recommended.
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 27 October 2024
Mark
NetherlandsNothing
Perfect location
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 1 September 2024
Pamela
United KingdomWe did have a problem with the hot water as the boiler apparently tripped. However, it was sorted quickly and apart from a cold shower one morning, didn’t spoil our stay 😀
The Annex was perfect for the two of us. It’s in a lovely location, surrounded by countryside. Everything we needed for a long weekend. Looks just like the photos!
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 26 August 2024
Robert
United KingdomNothing i think they have a really lovely place...its so quiet and thats we look for in a holiday...the stairs can be slippy in socks but other than that...its all great...would highly recommend
Katie is lovely as we chatted for a short time one evening and her kids are friendly and aproachable too..we had a great time...annexe has everything you need for a comfortable stay...shower is amazing...and nice soft towels to dry with...place was spotlessly clean..nice viranda to sit in sun...just a suggestion would be a long standing mirror as im a vain man lol....
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 17 August 2024
Burton
United KingdomFriendly, welcoming host; lovely quiet location; clean and comfortable accommodation; everything as described with good facilities; recommended!
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 2 August 2024
Caroline
United KingdomEverything about the property was superb.
Super private even though on the grounds of the owner. Very peaceful setting and close enough for the activities we wanted to visit.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 6 July 2024
Blaise
AustraliaStairs a little challenging
Beautiful typical English country location very peaceful with lots of wildlife
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 19 May 2024
Laura
United KingdomEverything was great but I would warn people the stairs are very steep if that might be a problem.
The annexe is a cosy little cotrage in the grounds of a larger picture postcard thatched cottage. The house had everything we needed. The bed was comfy, well equipped kitchen, decent sized mugs! Nice powerful shower. Fab countryside views. Easy access to the rest of Dorset and Wilstshire. Katie was a lovely host.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 17 April 2024
J
United KingdomWe cannot think of anything we didn't like - all great!
This quaint, pretty little cottage is set in a lovely garden leading to woods full of bluebells (April). Very clean and comfortable, with well equipped kitchen / diner and lounge / bedroom upstairs. Extremely comfortable bed, good WIFI reception; friendly host Katie kindly provided little extras, biscuits, etc., and flowers from the garden!
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 1 January 2024
Pete
United Kingdom-
Cozy little cottage. Plenty of storage space, fully equipped kitchen, bedroom is actually more spacious than shown in the photos. Nice and quiet, there’s a pub just around the corner and lovely country walks in close proximity
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 13 November 2023
Martin
United KingdomStairs trick, but okay for us.
Lovely small place, perfect for 2 people. Owner met us and was welcoming.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 25 September 2023
Tony
New ZealandKatie is a wonderful host. The Annexe is very well appointed, secure and quiet. The unexpected provisions in the fidge were a delight.
Stayed in September 2023
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