The Snug at Caphays

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The Snug at Caphays

A peaceful, self-contained cosy retreat in the heart of the Dorset countryside.

The perfect break for couples and small families: peace in nature with so much to do on the doorstep.

23/05/2026

Would a BBQ be something you'd use at The Snug?

We've had a really simple to use, easy to clean option shared with us by a friend and are thinking about it. (I'll stick the link in the comments so you can have a look).

It would be part of your private courtyard area outside The Snug in the pic.

On a weekend like this one, are you BBQing?!

Kay x

26/04/2026

What's your favourite animal to spot in the countryside?

Mine is definitely deer and we are so lucky to see them every day at this time of year. Guests love it!

The Snug makes the perfect place to get away from it all and slow right down to enjoy nature.

🛌 super comfy king bed
🌲 peace and relaxation at the end of a no through lane, surrounded by fields and woodland
🚶‍♂️ footpaths from the doorstep across the fields to our local bakery, brunch spot, country pub and shop
🥘 10 mins to picture perfect Sherborne with its history and thriving food and shopping scene
🍳 kitchenette for decadent breakfasts and simple suppers, with fridge, microwave, toaster, kettle and hob with space to eat inside or out
🧖‍♀️ monsoon shower, luxury complimentary toiletries, huge fluffy towels and slippers
🛜 super fast fibre broadband
⚡️ EV charger
🚗 your own outside space and drive
☘️ Eco minded set up and products
🌊 day trips to the Jurassic coast, Longleat Safari Park 🦁, Monkey World, The Tank Museum, Haynes Motor Museum, castles
🦌 deer, hedgehogs, bats and more to spot and sheep and cows in the surrounding fields
🛝 swing and slide set in the huge shared backyard garden
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 high chair and cot
🥖 a hamper of delicious local goodies to start you off
🧚‍♀️ a fairy trail in the woodland off the drive
📖 a guidebook to keep you busy for weeks!
🛌 sleeps a couple, friends or a small family (a king bed and a king sofa bed in one space)

CURRENT AVAILABILITY:
May 2026
🍃 Friday 1st- Friday 8th (bank hol.) £475 a week or £265 for three nights.
🍃 Friday 15th - Monday 18th £265 for three nights or £245 for two.
June 2026
🌸 Monday 1st - Friday 5th £265 for three nights or £295 for four
🌸 Monday 15th - Friday 26th £265 for three nights, £475 for a week
🌸 Monday 29th - Monday 6th July £295 for three nights, £480 for a week
☀️The rest of July booked.
☀️August plenty of availability - let me know your dates.

See you soon!
Kay x

03/04/2026

A wonderful guest sent me this pic of beautiful Esmé enjoying Durdle Door on the Jurassic Coast when they stayed with us.

I’d love to see your pictures from your stay; pop them in the comments or tell me about your favourite visit 😊

Kay x

15/03/2026

Are you a builder’s tea person or a herbal infusion kind of gal?

I’m chamomile. Started in pregnancy and now I genuinely don’t know what I did before.

The Snug is all about relaxing from the moment you arrive, and I love choosing a few teas for you to enjoy from this little china bowl. Your feedback is really useful, thanks. ☺️

Happy Mother’s Day to you 💙 Hope you’ve had a cuppa to celebrate.

Kay x

18/09/2025

Read this and tell me: what stands out and makes you want to come? ☺️

Sometimes, I notice how guests are much more able to sing the praises our little spot that we are! This is just so lovely 💙

Kay x

14/09/2025

Electric cars...do you know someone who has one? Tag them!

We love this little black box attached to The Snug. It means we can welcome a whole new group of guests and fits with our eco-credentials and lower carbon aims so well.

It's SO convenient to have charging on site, especially in a rural area and, as you can see, it is right outside The Snug. With growing awareness of charging off a three point plug not being safe meaning options are a little more limited for EV chargers, we're really proud to have this as a USP. 😊

Guests can plug in as and when they like and we tot things up at the end of the stay, charging whatever they've used plus a fiver for the admin. It's so easy.

The Snug has its own driveway with ample parking for two cars, making it a great place to meet a friend if not come away together.

We take real care over each corner of The Snug. Maybe that’s because it’s small; maybe it’s because we care so much about the perfect stay for you.

Kay x

19/07/2025

If you’re not eating a warm doughnut fresh from the bakery after a short walk across the fields to get it this Saturday morning…. When are you coming here so you can?

This exquisite beauty is from and we are so lucky to have them as neighbours!

We’ve a couple of gaps left for the summer. I’ll put them in the comments later once I’ve finished my doughnut and walked home ❤️

Kay x

14/07/2025

It’s been six years since our offer was accepted on Caphays, and what a journey it’s been!

Fair to say renovations have taken about twice as long, three times as much money and four times as much blood, sweat and tears than anyone could have hoped. But it’s getting there, that’s for sure. We’re definitely over half way 😂

We’ve also been busy making two new humans at the same time, of course.

I’ve just been looking back at some of the early photos, and it’s hard to believe we really lived through it all (with a portaloo and no shower or heating too!!).

I feel so lucky to call this place home and to share it with our lovely guests. Every time you arrive and say what a special place it is, it’s the best reminder of how fortunate we are. 💙

Kay x

05/07/2025

Super excited for Sherborne Pride tomorrow - our little town putting on its rainbow colours and showing just how brilliant it is 🌈 ❤️

Kay x

30/06/2025

Summer posies from the garden are back!

We’ve plenty of August availability and would love to see you - message me your plans 😊

Kay x

The Snug is a perfect rural retreat for two or a small family in the countryside outside Sherborne in Dorset. At the end of a no through lane, you’ll find peace and be surrounded by nature. King bed. Beautiful bathroom products. Fluffy towels and slippers. A hamper of local gorgeousness when you book direct. See you soon 💚

Address

Caphays House
Sherborne
DT95LX

Website

https://beacons.ai/thesnugatcaphays

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