Title: Clare Cottage Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=5683&destination=Sherborne%2C+England%2C+United+Kingdom&selected=17265016&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Clare Cottage Travelers find a charming retreat at this cottage where a hearty breakfast fuels days of exploration in the surrounding area ## Photo gallery for Clare Cottage ![Exterior - Clare Cottage (Sherborne)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17270000/17265100/17265016/ec8bd666.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Clare Cottage (Sherborne)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17270000/17265100/17265016/f3f11a89.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Miscellaneous - Clare Cottage (Sherborne)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17270000/17265100/17265016/0d4d5fc7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lounge - Clare Cottage (Sherborne)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17270000/17265100/17265016/7ac5f812.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Luxury Double Room, Ensuite (Blue Room) - Clare Cottage (Sherborne)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17270000/17265100/17265016/9562d196.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Clare Cottage welcomes guests with a satisfying breakfast to start the day right. The property offers the convenience of free WiFi in common areas and self parking for those arriving by car. The smoke-free environment creates a comfortable space to relax after adventures nearby. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Business services ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Mar 22 - Mar 23](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-22&endDate=2026-03-23&selected=17265016&PinnedHotelID=17265016&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-22&endDate=2026-03-23&selected=17265016&PinnedHotelID=17265016&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Mar 23 - Mar 24](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-23&endDate=2026-03-24&selected=17265016&PinnedHotelID=17265016&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-23&endDate=2026-03-24&selected=17265016&PinnedHotelID=17265016&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Mar 27 - Mar 29](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=17265016&PinnedHotelID=17265016&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=17265016&PinnedHotelID=17265016&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Apr 3 - Apr 5](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-03&endDate=2026-04-05&selected=17265016&PinnedHotelID=17265016&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-03&endDate=2026-04-05&selected=17265016&PinnedHotelID=17265016&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ### View all photos for Luxury Double Room, Ensuite (Blue Room) ![Luxury Double Room, Ensuite (Blue Room)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17270000/17265100/17265016/9562d196.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Luxury Double Room, Ensuite (Blue Room) 10.0 Exceptional 1 review - 269 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Superior Double Room, Private Bathroom, Garden View (Room 2) ![Superior Double Room, Private Bathroom, Garden View (Room 2)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17270000/17265100/17265016/55e82b24.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Double Room, Private Bathroom, Garden View (Room 2) - Garden view - 258 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FSherborne-Hotels-Clare-Cottage.h17265016.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FSherborne-Hotels-Clare-Cottage.h17265016.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Sherborne is home to Clare Cottage. Yeovil Country Park and Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Westlands Sports and Fitness Centre and Gartell Light Railway. Badger Watch Dorset and Sturminster Newton Leisure Centre are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby sailing, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding, cycling and mountain biking. [Visit our Sherborne travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sherborne.dx5683) [View more B&B in Sherborne](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sherborne-Bed-And-Breakfasts.d5683-aaBedAndBreakfasts.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C50.94403%2C-2.51737&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=xIiIOTyBHNTViD5ljwF8schPXm4=) 229 Westbury, Sherborne, England, DT9 3EL ### What's nearby - Sherborne Abbey 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - Global Images Gallery 6 min walk \- 0.4 miles - St John's Almshouses 8 min walk \- 0.5 miles - Sherborne Old Castle 15 min walk \- 0.8 miles - Sherborne Castle 17 min walk \- 0.9 miles ### Getting around - Sherborne Station 6 min walk - Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) 75 min drive ### Restaurants - The Newell French Bistro 10 min walk - Caffè Nero 6 min walk - The George Hotel 10 min walk - The Digby Tap 2 min walk - The Clockspire 5 min drive ## About this property ### Clare Cottage Property highlights Clare Cottage provides free continental breakfast and more. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas. 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In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ### Property is also known as Clare Cottage B&B Sherborne Clare Cottage B&B Clare Cottage B&B Sherborne Clare Cottage B&B Clare Cottage Sherborne Bed & breakfast Clare Cottage Sherborne Sherborne Clare Cottage Bed & breakfast Clare Cottage B&B Sherborne Clare Cottage B&B Clare Cottage Sherborne Bed & breakfast Clare Cottage Sherborne Sherborne Clare Cottage Bed & breakfast Bed & breakfast Clare Cottage Clare Cottage Bed And Breakfast Sherborne Dorset Clare Cottage Sherborne Clare Cottage Bed & breakfast Clare Cottage Bed & breakfast Sherborne ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Clare Cottage pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Clare Cottage? ### What time is check-in at Clare Cottage? ### What time is check-out at Clare Cottage? ### Where is Clare Cottage located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Clare Cottage Reviews 10 ### Exceptional 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.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ### 9.8 Staff & service ### 9.8 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 11 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gemma 20 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort This is a beautiful place to stay. ##### Gemma Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alan 19 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Delightful bed and breakfast Great stay in a delightful bed and breakfast properly. The room was comfortable and beautifully decorated. Susie is a very friendly helpful host who provided a delicious breakfast. ##### Alan Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Garry 12 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Lovely home and lovely streetscape to walk ##### Garry Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### David Paul 10 Sept 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities A beautiful cottage built in the 1600s. Run and owned by the wonderful Susie. I was made welcome from the start. I stayed for 2 nights in the back bedroom overlooking the lovely garden. Lovely breakfasts and I will definitely stay again when I visit the area again!! ##### David Paul Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 29 Oct 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities A beautiful home in a great location. Close to town and the train station. Beautifully decorated and a super comfy bed. There was a shared bathroom, which was immaculate with the choice of bath, drench or regular shower. Shower was very powerful with plenty of hot water. Sue was really warm, friendly and welcoming and cooked a mean breakfast! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Peter 29 Sept 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Stunning B&B Wonderful B&B .. Susie is a great host . The cottage is charming and beautifully furnished .Best breakfast I have had in a longtime we will definitely visit again . ##### Peter Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ellie 9 Jun 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Beautiful room located centrally a few minutes from the abbey. Amazing vegan breakfast, couldn’t have asked for more ##### Ellie Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chris 17 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities ##### Chris Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Pamela 7 Feb 2024 ##### Pamela Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sandra 4 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities ##### Sandra Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 27 Aug 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Verified traveller Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021 ### Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > - [The Skipton Hotel - Formerly Hotel Rendezvous](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Skipton-Hotels-Hotel-Rendezvous.h41466.Hotel-Information) > - [OYO Shanklin Beach Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Shanklin-Hotels-OYO-Shanklin-Beach-Hotel.h7539838.Hotel-Information) > - [Brock Cottage private Hot Tub DOG/Cat FRIENDLY\* with on site fishing](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pickering-Hotels-Spacious-Stone-Cottage-DOG-FRIENDLY.h36805890.Hotel-Information) > - [Crafted at Powdermills](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Battle-Hotels-Powdermills-Country-House-Hotel.h195688.Hotel-Information) > - [voco Lythe Hill Hotel & Spa by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Haslemere-Hotels-Voco-Lythe-Hill-Hotel-Spa.h517258.Hotel-Information) > - [Bear Lodge - At Port Lympne Reserve](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hythe-Hotels-Bear-Lodge-Aspinall-Foundation.h40101484.Hotel-Information) > - [DoubleTree by Hilton London Elstree](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Borehamwood-Hotels-DoubleTree-By-Hilton-London-Elstree.h18549.Hotel-Information) > - [Hampton by Hilton Canterbury](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Canterbury-Hotels-Hampton-Inn-Canterbury.h66541221.Hotel-Information) > - [Pinewood Camping Pods - At Port Lympne Reserve](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hythe-Hotels-Pinewood-Apinall-Foundation.h40101599.Hotel-Information) > - [Exeter Rougemont hotel by Sunday](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Exeter-Hotels-Exeter-Rougemont-Hotel-By-Sunday.h7784.Hotel-Information) > - [Mermaid, Ipswich by Marston's Inns](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ipswich-Hotels-Mermaid.h31883430.Hotel-Information) > - [Wild Rose Caravan Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Appleby-In-Westmorland-Hotels-Wild-Rose-Caravan-Park.h24459296.Hotel-Information) > - [Sandman Signature Sheffield Quays Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sheffield-Hotels-The-Quays-Hotel-Sheffield.h46197620.Hotel-Information) > - [Crow Wood Hotel & Spa Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Burnley-Hotels-Crowwood-Hotel-Spa-Resort.h38222710.Hotel-Information) > - [Lock Keeper, Worksop by Marston's Inns](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Worksop-Hotels-Lock-Keeper.h27479298.Hotel-Information) > - [White Hart, Exeter by Marston's Inns](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Exeter-Hotels-White-Hart.h11899395.Hotel-Information) > - [Skegness The Royal Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Skegness-Hotels-The-Royal-Hotel-Skegness.h23931999.Hotel-Information) > - [The Swan Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Wells-Hotels-The-Swan-Hotel.h26791.Hotel-Information) > - [voco Leicester by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Leicester-Hotels-Voco-Leicester.h76596043.Hotel-Information) > - [The Stables Whitby](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Whitby-Hotels-The-Stables-Whitby.h23322490.Hotel-Information) > - [Soar Mill Cove Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Salcombe-Hotels-Soar-Mill-Cove-Hotel.h2042032.Hotel-Information) > - [The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Clacton-On-Sea-Hotels-Smugglers-Cove-By-Marstons-Inns.h35853904.Hotel-Information) > - [Canterbury Bell, Margate by Marston's Inns](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Broadstairs-Hotels-Canterbury-Bell.h33103125.Hotel-Information) > - [Samsara Retreat and Yoga - Adults Only](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Maidstone-Hotels-Samsara-Retreat-And-Yoga.h41349775.Hotel-Information) > - [Seven Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Southend-On-Sea-Hotels-Seven-Hotel.h19282555.Hotel-Information) > - [Yeoldon House](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bideford-Hotels-Yeoldon-House.h2764122.Hotel-Information) > - [Wild Thyme & Honey](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cirencester-Hotels-Wild-Thyme-Honey.h9241983.Hotel-Information) > - [Cromer Country Club](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cromer-Hotels-Cromer-Country-Club.h1927781.Hotel-Information) > - [Chewton Glen Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/New-Milton-Hotels-Chewton-Glen-Hotel-Spa.h528432.Hotel-Information) ---