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A charming character cottage with Abbey view

A charming character cottage with Abbey view

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Overview of A charming character cottage with Abbey view

5 out of 5 Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi

Enjoy the area

Sherborne, England
  • Popular LocationSherborne Abbey3 min walk
  • Popular LocationSherborne Museum3 min walk
  • Popular LocationSherborne Castle18 min walk
  • AirportBournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)75 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bunk room

1 Single Bunk Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

A charming character cottage with Abbey view

Bensly Cottage is a pretty and newly refurbished character property in the middle of the beautiful market town of Sherborne. It has a view of the magnificent Abbey, and is only a few minutes' walk from the town centre, with its pubs, restaurants, delis and tea rooms. The two castles are also reachable on foot, and delightful country walks are easily undertaken from the cottage. There are many historic sites, country pubs and beautiful countryside to visit in the surrounding area. Sherborne offers shops, cultural events, markets and music, and, of course, its famous schools.

The cottage is comfortable and well equipped. The ground floor consists of a sitting room with wood burning stove, furnished with a comfortable 3 seater sofa and an armchair. There is television (with internet freeview channels and apps) and free wifi; a DVD player with a selection of movies, and a bookcase with plenty of books to read. There is also a welcome folder with maps and information about local attractions.

Leading from the sitting room is a fresh, attractive Shaker-style kitchen with washer drier, dishwasher, microwave, oven with electric hob and large fridge freezer, plus all utensils. A dining area at the rear sits four, with access to a small courtyard for al fresco drinks.

Upstairs are two comfortable bedrooms, one double and one smaller room with bunk beds. There is a modern bathroom with a bath including a shower, a basin and WC. There is central heating throughout. Bed linen, towels and bath mat are provided.

The cottage is a seven-minute walk from the railway station (direct line from London Waterloo) and Sainsbury's, and a ten minute walk from Waitrose. There is on-street parking opposite, depending on availability, and two long-stay car parks within a short distance. The owner can direct you to nearby convenient parking on request.

A leisure centre nearby offers an indoor pool, gym and fitness classes. The town has a range of gift shops, antique and reclamation shops, galleries, beauty parlours and clothes shops. Besides tea rooms, cafes and delis, the town has a variety of places to eat, including a pizzaria, a Italian small plates restaurant and a gelatoria. Dine in style The Green or The Eastbury, both short walks from the cottage. Enjoy traditional ales and pub grub at the Digby Tap. A fantastic fish and chip shop is open in the evenings and is only round the corner.

For visitors to the local schools, it may be of interest to know that the cottage is in close proximity to Sherborne Prep, Sherborne School and its boarding houses, Sherborne Girls School and Sherborne International. Leweston Girls School is a five-minute drive, and a taxi service is available in the town.

The cottage is named after W.J Bensly, a master at Sherborne School in the early 20th century, who once owned it. He was a tutor of Alan Turing, and well known and loved as a gentle eccentric, who once played cricket against Arthur Conan Doyle and won medals for bravery in the First World War.

Property manager

Kirsty Crawford
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
No outside space for playing. Playgrounds nearby.

Events

No events allowed
Not suitable for large gatherings.

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Please ask owner. Downstairs only. No outside area

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please do not touch the boiler settings. The heating is operated from a thermostat.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Not suitable for large gatherings.
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Sherborne

Located in Sherborne, this cottage is in a rural area. Sherborne Steam and Waterwheel Centre and Sherborne Old Castle are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Gartell Light Railway and Badger Watch Dorset. Travelling with kids? Consider Mill on the Brue, or check out an event or a game at South West Survival. Break out the clubs and hit the links on a nearby golf course, or seek out an adventure with cycling, hiking and horse riding.

What's nearby

  • Sherborne Abbey - 3 min walk
  • Sherborne Museum - 3 min walk
  • Sherborne Old Castle - 15 min walk
  • Sherborne Castle - 18 min walk
  • South West Survival - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Sherborne Station - 6 min walk
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 75 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Digby Tap - 2 min walk
  • Oliver's - 7 min walk
  • George Hotel - 8 min walk
  • The Cross Keys Sherborne - 3 min walk
  • Something Else Fishy - 6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does A charming character cottage with Abbey view have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

Is A charming character cottage with Abbey view pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at A charming character cottage with Abbey view?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A charming character cottage with Abbey view?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A charming character cottage with Abbey view located?

This family-friendly Sherborne cottage is located in a rural location, just steps away from Sherborne Abbey and Sherborne Museum. Global Images Gallery and St John's Almshouses are also within 10 minutes. Sherborne Station is 6 minutes by foot.

Reviews

5

Exceptional

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4.9/5

Cleanliness

4.7/5

Amenities

4.7/5

Property conditions & facilities

5/5

Check-in

5/5

Communication

5/5

Location

4.9/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

5/5 Excellent

Vicky M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Cottage in the center of Sherborne.
This is such a wonderful cottage in the heart of Sherborne. It is beautifully clean and has absolutely everything you might need during your stay. It was so cosy during a very wet and windy stay in Sherborne. All the pubs, shops and restaurants are within easy walking distance. The beautiful Abbey is just round the corner. The station is an easy walk. The host is very communicative and the check in and out process was very easy. I would not hesitate to recommend it to anyone wanting to stay in Sherborne.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

5/5 Excellent

Fiona M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
The cottage has everything you could need for a short stay and is in an ideal location to access everything in the town in foot. Parking was easy and close by. Kirsty was fantastic, quick and easy to communicate with! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

4/5 Good

Valerie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Sherborne
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and first visit to Sherborne. The property is ideally located close to all the amentities and attractions. We had excellent communications with the owner, providing us with all the information we needed. I think that the property is probably in need a little refresh, but other than that it had everything we needed. Would definately stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

5/5 Excellent

evannah e.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything we needed!
The cottage was in a great location and the host was informative about all details. Check-in was a breeze and we were very happy with little home. Thank you for making us feel so welcome!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

5/5 Excellent

Felicity S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Chill weekend before wedding
Took my friend away for her to relax before her wedding. It was perfect!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Kirsty Crawford

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