• Kitchen
  • View
  • Garden
  • Pet friendly
  • BBQ facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Terrace
  • Balcony
  • Free parking
  • Bathtub
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Located in the old English village of Farnham, The Museum Inn is a 17th-century pub which lies on the Cranborne Chase, a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Free on-site parking is provided, and the inn also features an on-site restaurant and a garden. An private bathroom is provided in each room at The Museum Inn, as well as a TV and tea/coffee making facilities. Antiques, flagstone floors and roaring fires are featured in the property’s 17th-century bar, as well as cozy alcoves and a wide selection of alcoholic drinks. The 2 Rosette award winning restaurant offers seasonal British cuisine made with locally sourced ingredients. The area surrounding The Museum Inn is ideal for outdoor pursuits, including shooting, walking, riding, and fishing. Shaftesbury is 20 minutes' drive and Salisbury is 30 minutes' drive away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Butcombe Brewing Co.
Hotel chain/brand

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
2 full beds
Bedroom 2:
2 full beds
Bedroom 3:
2 full beds
Bedroom 4:
2 full beds
Bedroom 5:
2 full beds
Bedroom 6:
2 full beds
Bedroom 7:
2 full beds
Bedroom 8:
2 full beds
1 queen bed
1 queen bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.3
Facilities
8.6
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
9.0
Value for money
8.3
Location
9.3
Free WiFi
7.8
High score for Farnham
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Lynn
    Canada Canada
    The room was clean and very comfortable. Had a beautiful walk around the beautiful village. Friendly service in the bar an excellent food!
  • Christopher
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Breakfast was really good. The Village location was really pretty and very quiet. The pub had lots of different eating areas which made it an interesting location
  • William
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Breakfast was exceptional. Location perfect for quietness.

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      British
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Traditional

Amenities of The Museum Inn
Great facilities! Review score, 8.6

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Bar
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
Activities
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Horseback riding
    Additional charge
  • Hiking
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
Food & Drink
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is needed).
  • Street parking
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
  • Private check-in/out
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • Express check-in/out
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
Business Facilities
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
General
  • Pet bowls
  • Pet basket
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hypoallergenic room available
  • Heating
  • Packed lunches
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages Spoken
  • English

Property practice

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House rules

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Check-in

From 3:00 PM to 10:30 PM

Check-out

Until 11:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free
3 - 17 years
Extra bed upon request
£25 per child, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.

Mastercard Visa Cash The Museum Inn accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

When booking 3 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements will apply.

FAQs about The Museum Inn

  • The Museum Inn has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant

  • The Museum Inn is 350 feet from the center of Farnham. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at The Museum Inn include:

    • Double
    • Vacation Home
    • Twin/Double

  • Check-in at The Museum Inn is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • The Museum Inn offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Horseback riding
    • Walking tours
    • Tour or class about local culture

  • The prices at The Museum Inn may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Yes, The Museum Inn is popular with guests booking family stays.