About the house: Moignes Court is a moated Manor House, and is the oldest inhabited house in Dorset (built in 1267). The interesting Church-like windows of the Manorial Court Room, are of interest to students of Architecture. The house was owned, in the 18th Century, by the Archbishop of Canterbury (William Wake), and Sir Theodore Janssen, MP, a Director of the Bank of England and the South Sea Company. Our family, who have lived at Moignes Court for seven generations, have personally known Thomas Hardy, and the local Thomas Hardy Players stage an annual performance in the grounds of the house. In the fields surrounding the house are the earthworks of the original village settlement, disused in the 11th Century. Facilities: Moignes Court has been awarded 4 stars by the AA due to it’s unique atmosphere, beauty and good facilities. There is a large walled Courtyard adjacent to the house where guests can park. Sleeping is very soothing in our luxury bedroom, with it’s Half Tester Bed, Digital Flat Screen TV, and antique décor. Guests have use of their own private Bathroom, and Private Dining Room with Tea and Coffee facilities and comfortable reading chairs. We have wireless internet access for guest's use. The house is surrounded by beautiful landscaped gardens, parts of which guests are free to use. Breakfast is made using fresh, local and mainly organic ingredients, and is served between 7am and 9am. We cater for people of all dietary types (Vegan, Vegetarian, Wheat Allergy etc.).

Phoebe Cree, East Wing, Moignes Court, Owermoigne, Dorchester, Dorset DT2 8HY Tel: 01305 853479    enquiries@moignescourt.co.uk