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The Old Stable, Sherborne

Electric storage radiators and wall-mounted convector heaters. Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, TV with Freeview, DVD, WiFi, selection of books. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Off road parking for 1 car in garage. Front private patio with furniture. One well-behaved dog welcome. Sorry, no smoking. Shop and pub 10 mins walk. Note: Unfenced pond next to patio, children to be supervised. Note: Mezzanine bedroom has restricted head height and steep, open tread staircase, may not be suitable for the less mobile. Note: Cottage accessed via the owner's patio area with 6 stone steps from parking to patio and front door.

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Accommodation Details

Mostly ground floor. Two bedrooms: 1 x mezzanine double, 1 x single. Shower room with shower, basin and WC. Open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with stable door to patio.

This charming, quirky cottage has been converted from a 19th century stable, tucked away behind the owner’s period coach house, in Sherborne’s attractive conservation area in Dorset. Comfortable and compact, this cosy Sherborne cottage provides couples and small families with a convenient town centre base, within easy reach of the delights of Dorset. Open tread stairs take you up to a mezzanine double bedroom, nestled in the eaves of this Sherborne cottage, while downstairs you will find a pretty single bedroom and a shower room. This Sherborne cottage offers a social open plan living area where you will find a cosy, well-equipped kitchen, a dining area and a sitting area. The stable doors of this Sherborne holiday cottage open out onto a sheltered patio, raised above the owner's garden area. This provides a pretty, quiet place to soak up the sun with a refreshing drink, while you plan the days’ adventures. A gentle stroll from this Sherborne cottage takes you into the historic town centre. Enjoy browsing the town’s wealth of interesting shops, treat yourselves to a meal in one of the many quality restaurants or visit the ancient abbey and nearby castles. Easy drives from this Sherborne cottage are the majestic house and gardens of Stourhead, historic Shaftesbury and Yeovilton's Fleet Air Arm Museum. Alternatively, leave the car behind and take a train to the Georgian city of Bath or the regal town of Dorchester, the birth place of Thomas Hardy, or even venture to the seaside town of Weymouth. A delightful Sherborne cottage, offering a tranquil town centre holiday base, perfect for discovering the wonders of Dorset.

The ancient town of Sherborne lies on the delightful banks of the River Yeo set amidst glorious unspoilt countryside and boasts many picturesque buildings, ancient Inns and quaint shops. With its beautiful abbey, two stunning castles and boasting superbly landscaped gardens, Sherborne makes an ideal place for a day of sightseeing or a quiet afternoon stroll.

Amenities & Facilities

Electric storage radiators and wall-mounted convector heaters. Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, TV with Freeview, DVD, WiFi, selection of books. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Off road parking for 1 car in garage. Front private patio with furniture. One well-behaved dog welcome. Sorry, no smoking. Shop and pub 10 mins walk. Note: Unfenced pond next to patio, children and pets to be supervised. Note: Mezzanine bedroom has restricted head height and steep, open tread staircase, may not be suitable for the less mobile. Note: Cottage accessed via the owner's patio area with 6 stone steps from parking to patio and front door. Please note: The patio is uneven and care must be taken

Location Details

The ancient town of Sherborne lies on the delightful banks of the River Yeo set amidst glorious unspoilt countryside and boasts many picturesque buildings, ancient Inns and quaint shops. With its beautiful abbey, two stunning castles and boasting superbly landscaped gardens, Sherborne makes an ideal place for a day of sightseeing or a quiet afternoon stroll.

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Make the most of your holiday by considering the weather! The 7-day weather forecast for Sherborne is detailed below.

Thu 28th Overcast clouds 10°C 1°C 13mph 0.0mm 1,028mb
Fri 29th Broken clouds 11°C 7°C 16mph 0.0mm 1,024mb
Sat 30th Overcast clouds 14°C 11°C 13mph 0.0mm 1,023mb
Sun 1st Moderate rain 13°C 11°C 18mph 4.8mm 1,014mb
Mon 2nd Light rain 9°C 4°C 12mph 0.4mm 1,017mb
Tue 3rd Light rain 6°C 3°C 8mph 0.1mm 1,026mb
Wed 4th Light rain 11°C 5°C 18mph 1.2mm 1,026mb

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