Sherborne is home to this holiday home. Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Yeovil Country Park 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.
Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty - 11 min drive - 7.4 km
Yeovil Country Park - 11 min drive - 7.9 km
Getting around
Thornford Station - 14 min walk
Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 80 min drive
Restaurants
The Newell French Bistro - 8 min drive
Caffè Nero - 8 min drive
The Digby Tap - 7 min drive
Pen Mill Hotel - 9 min drive
Tamburino - 7 min drive
About this property
Candy Cottage, Thornford
Summary:
This self contained wing of the owners' house is in the village of Thornford in Dorset and sleeps two people.
The Space:
Candy Cottage is a self contained wing of the owners' house, a former Sherborne Castle estate worker's cottage, in the village of Thornford, just three miles from Sherborne in north west Dorset. The cottage sleeps two people and contains a double bedroom, a bathroom and an open plan living area with a fitted kitchen, a dining area and a sitting area with a woodburning stove. Outside the cottage is off road parking for one car. Set in beautiful surroundings, Candy Cottage is an ideal place for a romantic break in the Devon countryside.
The Neighborhood:
Thornford is only 3 miles from the town of Sherborne in Dorset and contains a pub, local shop and a post office, as well as a 'halt', on the railway line linking Weymouth with Bristol. The village is surrounded by an Area ofOutstanding Natural Beauty and just a short drive takes you into Sherborne, well known for its castle and abbey, and where you can browse the array of shops and restaurants.
Amenities
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Parking available
Fireplace
House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events
No events allowed
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Pets
Pets allowed
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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
Frequently asked questions
Is Candy Cottage, Thornford pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Candy Cottage, Thornford?
As of 15 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Candy Cottage, Thornford on 12 June 2026 start from AU$263, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Candy Cottage, Thornford?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Candy Cottage, Thornford?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Candy Cottage, Thornford?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Candy Cottage, Thornford located?
Situated in Sherborne, this holiday home is 2.3 mi (3.8 km) from South West Survival and within 6 miles (10 km) of Sherborne Abbey and Sherborne Museum. St John's Almshouses and Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty are also within 6 miles (10 km). Thornford Station is 14 minutes by foot and Yetminster Station is 29 minutes.
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