Title: A charming character cottage with Abbey view Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # A charming character cottage with Abbey view Cottage in Sherborne with fitness centre and indoor pool ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33600000/33594300/33594217/9f831ac6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33600000/33594300/33594217/w2881h2977x0y1-4ed19763.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33600000/33594300/33594217/a4fe1073.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, DVD player, books, video library](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33600000/33594300/33594217/53c86fc2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33600000/33594300/33594217/98f9c9e7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location In the heart of Sherborne, Bensly Cottage offers a warm welcome with its comfortable sitting room and wood burning stove. Enjoy the historic views of Sherborne Abbey from this character property, explore local shops and pubs on foot or unwind in your own private courtyard. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Gym - Pool - Dryer - Washer - Pet-friendly - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### 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 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. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Indoor pool ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free internet ### Parking and transport - Street parking available - Car not required - Onsite parking available only on request ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Freezer - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room - Wood stove ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - TV - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washer/dryer ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a hospital ### Things to do - Golf - Gym - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Outdoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90330000/90326300/90326267/9cd3726a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Old Coach House in Dorset's Area of Outstanding Beauty - 1 bedroom Maiden Newton - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.6 Exceptional 45 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-15&selected=90326267&PinnedHotelID=90326267&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19520000/19511900/19511846/5a2ce2bc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Farmhouse Annexe For 2 People In A Peaceful Location In North Dorset Sturminster Newton - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.6 Exceptional 57 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-15&selected=19511846&PinnedHotelID=19511846&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111960000/111957300/111957264/ecf9bb05.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Eastbury Hotel & Spa Sherborne - Breakfast included - Spa - Pet-friendly - Parking included 9.4 Exceptional 36 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-15&selected=111957264&PinnedHotelID=111957264&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34800000/34793900/34793838/ed7d6ebf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Little Norton Mill Stoke-sub-Hamdon - Kitchen - Parking included - Free WiFi - Laundry 10 Exceptional 34 reviews £92 includes taxes & fees 6 Nov - 7 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-06&endDate=2025-11-07&selected=34793838&PinnedHotelID=34793838&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32930000/32927500/32927465/25c69dfc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 2 bedroom accommodation in Leigh, near Sherborne Leigh, near Sherborne - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi - Outdoor space 9.8 Exceptional 8 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-15&selected=32927465&PinnedHotelID=32927465&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37910000/37905800/37905709/40fc83a3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Fantastic 2 Bed barn conversion close to Sherborne, Sherborne - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 26 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-15&selected=37905709&PinnedHotelID=37905709&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![A heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99610000/99607700/99607609/9847f86c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Log burner, heated pool, pub - what's not to like! 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The heating is operated from a thermostat. ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 2 total pets Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation Note from host: Please ask owner. Downstairs only. No outside area ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: No outside space for playing. Playgrounds nearby. ### Events No events allowed Not suitable for large gatherings. ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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. Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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 ### We should mention A car is not required for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as A charming character cottage with Abbey view Cottage A charming character cottage with Abbey view Sherborne A charming character cottage with Abbey view Cottage Sherborne ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C50.94582%2C-2.51801&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=sGh4XFdpXsjaOFehRW6-e37n2tw=) Sherborne, England #### What's nearby - Sherborne Abbey - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles - St John's Almshouses - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles - Sherborne Castle - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles - South West Survival - 9 min drive - 3.6 miles - Haynes International Motor Museum - 16 min drive - 10.2 miles #### Getting around - Sherborne Station - 6 min walk - Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 75 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The Newell French Bistro - ‬8 min walk - ‪Macreadys - ‬9 min walk - ‪The Digby Tap - ‬2 min walk - ‪The George Hotel - ‬8 min walk - ‪Oliver's - ‬7 min walk ## 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). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### 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? > Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 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. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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