Title: The Forester - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The Forester Bed & breakfast in Shaftesbury with free breakfast and a restaurant ## Photo gallery for The Forester ![Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom - The Forester (Shaftesbury)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102520000/102513700/102513664/d8c72b69.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom | Bathroom - The Forester (Shaftesbury)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102520000/102513700/102513664/bfa0d71f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - The Forester (Shaftesbury)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102520000/102513700/102513664/f124f2c1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom - The Forester (Shaftesbury)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102520000/102513700/102513664/d0f0f3b3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - The Forester (Shaftesbury)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102520000/102513700/102513664/390fcd50.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Forester provides a peaceful escape in a quiet rural location. Travelers can start their day with an English breakfast, relax with drinks at the bar, or enjoy the garden views. 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In addition to a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - Free self parking Room features All guestrooms at The Forester offer amenities such as free WiFi. 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Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ### Property is also known as The Forester Shaftesbury The Forester Bed & breakfast The Forester Bed & breakfast Shaftesbury ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Forester pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at The Forester? ### What time is check-out at The Forester? ### Where is The Forester located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Forester Reviews ## Reviews 7.6 ### Good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 3 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 2 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.0/10 Cleanliness ### 7.6/10 Staff & service ### 8.0/10 Amenities ### 8.4/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 7.6/10 Eco-friendliness ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mr N J Apr 23, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Perfect country getaway Wow! We had a great stay with Jonathan and Ronnie. A lovely country pub with great food and wine, and a spacious and well equipped room to relax in. Couldn’t ask for more. ##### Mr N J Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### DAVID Jun 16, 2024 Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities We chose it for its location in between the places we wanted to visit. The staff were exceptional, especially David ##### DAVID Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024 ### 4/10 Poor #### Maureen Jul 11, 2024 Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Noisy bedroom Bedroom spacious but very noisy from generator and large refrigerator in kitchen below. Even wearing ear plugs difficult to cut out sound that went off and on all night. ##### Maureen Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024 ### 4/10 Poor #### N Jan 31, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort ##### N Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Maria Jun 8, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Maria Stayed 1 night in May 2024 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Royal Whitby](https://www.expedia.ca/Whitby-Hotels-The-Royal-Hotel.h57917040.Hotel-Information) > > [The Porch House](https://www.expedia.ca/Cheltenham-Hotels-The-Porch-House.h4595892.Hotel-Information) > > [The Belfry](https://www.expedia.ca/Birmingham-Hotels-The-Belfry.h3976.Hotel-Information) > > [Delta Hotels by Marriott Heathrow Windsor](https://www.expedia.ca/Slough-Hotels-Heathrow-Windsor-Marriott-Hotel.h3830.Hotel-Information) > > [Comfort Suites Downtown](https://www.expedia.ca/Montreal-Hotels-Comfort-Suites-Downtown.h23851.Hotel-Information) > > [The Greenway Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Cheltenham-Hotels-The-Greenway-Hotel-Spa.h520203.Hotel-Information) > > [Pine Lake Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Carnforth-Hotels-Pine-Lake-Resort.h1928661.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Winnipeg](https://www.expedia.ca/Winnipeg-Hotels.d6141041.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Sandman Suites Surrey-Guildford](https://www.expedia.ca/Vancouver-Hotels-Sandman-Suites-Surrey-Guildford.h909588.Hotel-Information) > > [Four Seasons Hotel Hampshire](https://www.expedia.ca/Hook-Hotels-Four-Seasons-Hotel-Hampshire.h986107.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson Hotel Manchester City Centre, A Verified Net Zero Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Manchester-Hotels-Park-Inn-By-Radisson-Manchester-City-Centre.h2601411.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Toronto Downtown Centre by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Toronto-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Toronto-Downtown-Centre.h26247.Hotel-Information) > > [Burgh Island Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Kingsbridge-Hotels-Burgh-Island-Hotel.h34611055.Hotel-Information) > > [Millcroft](https://www.expedia.ca/Penrith-Hotels-Millcroft.h26994538.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Cologne](https://www.expedia.ca/Cologne-Hotels.d179998.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Holiday Inn London-Gatwick Airport by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Horley-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-London-Gatwick-Airport.h16918.Hotel-Information) > > [Cave Hotel & Golf Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Faversham-Hotels-Cave-Hotel-Golf-Resort.h33410673.Hotel-Information) > > [Lakes Hotel and Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Windermere-Hotels-Lakes-Hotel-And-Spa.h901040.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Hull Marina by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Hull-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Hull-Marina.h10609.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Wellington](https://www.expedia.ca/Wellington-Hotels.d6297760.Travel-Guide-Hotels) ### Flights > [Flights from Vancouver (YVR) to Toronto (YYZ)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yvr/yyz/vancouver-to-toronto) > > [flights from john g diefenbaker intl airport](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/airports/yxe/flights-from-john-g-diefenbaker-intl-airport) > > [Air Canada Toronto (YYZ) to New York (LGA) flights](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flight-routes/air-canada-from-pearson-intl-to-laguardia/ac/yyz/lga) ### Cars ### Packages ### General