A charming character cottage with Abbey view | Cottage in Sherborne
2 Bedroom Cottage in Sherborne
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 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 very small courtyard.
Upstairs are two comfortable bedrooms, one double and one smaller room with bunk beds - please note the top bunk is only suitable for a child. 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 and a gelatoria. Dine in style The Green or Newell or The Plume, all short walks from the cottage. Enjoy traditional ales and pub grub at the Digby Tap or the Cross Keys. There is pizza at Tamburinos. A fantastic fish and chip shop is open in the evenings and is only round the corner. There are lots of lovely delis and wine bars too.
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.
Please note that there is no parking at the cottage. It is possible to unload outside the cottage, and then park nearby on the street (the owner can advise).
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.
A charming character cottage with Abbey view is located in Sherborne. A charming character cottage with Abbey view provides accommodation, featuring Wellness Facilities, Security/Safety, Entertainment, among other amenities. This Cottage features Wellness Facilities, Security/Safety, Entertainment, to make your stay a comfortable one.
A charming character cottage with Abbey view has 2 Bedrooms , 1 Bathroom, and max occupancy of 4 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Cottage because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Cottage, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Cottage has a friendly neighborhood, and the Sherborne has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Cottage in Sherborne, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.
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Amenities
Facility Overview
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Heating
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1 bathroom
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Bathtub or shower
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Hair dryer
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Towels provided
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2 bedrooms
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Bed sheets provided
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Living room
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Wood stove
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Stovetop
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Spices
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Coffee/tea maker
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Dishwasher
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Refrigerator
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Microwave
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Oven
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Toaster
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Cookware/dishes/utensils
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Washing machine and dryer
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Laundry facilities
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Onsite parking available only on request
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Car not required
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Street parking available
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Pet friendly
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2 total pets
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Welcoming dogs only
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Smoke-free property
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Cycling nearby
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Birdwatching nearby
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Fitness facilities nearby
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Hiking nearby
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Fitness center
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Hiking/biking trails nearby
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Horse riding nearby
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Golf nearby
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Golfing on site
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Books
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DVD player
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TV
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Games
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Video library
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English
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Near a hospital
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In a rural location
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Iron/ironing board
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Free WiFi
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Garden
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Fire extinguisher
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Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
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Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
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Indoor pool
Policies
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 guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property note from host: not suitable for large gatherings. onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property is managed through our partner, vrbo. you will receive an email from vrbo with a link to a vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
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