The Benett Arms Bed & Breakfast - Shaftesbury

17th-century family-run pub in Semley with garden-view rooms and shepherd's hut

Accommodations

The Benett Arms in Semley offers en-suite rooms with garden views, including a shepherd's hut named Hetty. Newly refurbished guest rooms, such as the Large Double Room and Comfort Triple Room, come with tea and coffee makers. The property also provides free private parking on-site.

Dining

Benett Arms Semley serves traditional English Breakfast included in the stay, plus lunch and dinner menus with British, Indian, and Italian cuisines. The restaurant offers vegetarian and vegan options alongside local ales and ciders. Kids' meals are available for younger guests.

Entertainment & Leisure

The pub hosts evening entertainment, darts, and a tour or class about local culture. The on-site bar provides a selection of local ales and a roaring wood burner fire. Meeting and banquet facilities, along with express check-in/check-out and luggage storage, are available.

Pet-Friendly & Family

The Benett Arms Shaftesbury welcomes dogs in designated rooms for an additional charge, and the bar area is dog-friendly. Family rooms, such as the Family Room and Comfort Triple Room, accommodate larger groups. Kids' meals are offered, and gluten-free dietary needs are catered for.

Location & Nearby Attractions

Located 26 km from Longleat House and 31 km from Stonehenge, The Benett Arms serves as a base for exploring Shaftesbury's Gold Hill and the Jurassic Coastline. Bournemouth Airport is 42 km away, with easy access to English Heritage sites 6 km from the property. The quiet village of Semley places guests within reach of Longleat Safari Park and the historic city of Salisbury.

• Accommodation: 17th-century rooms with garden views and shepherd's hut
• Dining: Traditional English Breakfast and local ales and ciders
• Pet Policy: Dog-friendly rooms for an additional charge
• Entertainment: Evening entertainment, darts, and local culture tours
• Location: 26 km from Longleat House and near Jurassic Coastline
• Breakfast: Included full English with vegetarian and vegan options
• Parking: Free private parking on-site