Manston Guest House

3.5 star property
Bed & breakfast in Sturminster Newton with free parking

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Terrace/patio
Superior Suite, Ensuite | 1 bedroom
Bathroom
Exterior
Single Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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2 Northwood Cottages, Ram's Hill Manston, Sturminster Newton, England, DT10 1HD
  • Shaftesbury Abbey Museum and Garden
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Gold Hill Museum
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Stourhead Garden
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)
    ‪56 min drive‬

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Room options

Superior Suite, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Superior Double Room, Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Double Room, Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Single Room, Ensuite

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Sturminster Newton

Located 2.8 mi (4.6 km) from The Art Stable, Manston Guest House is within a 10-minute drive of Sturminster Newton Mill. This 5-room, 3.5-star bed & breakfast has conveniences like free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Shaftesbury Abbey Museum and Garden - 13 min drive - 6.8 miles
  • Gold Hill Museum - 13 min drive - 7.1 miles
  • Stourhead Garden - 31 min drive - 15.5 miles
  • Stourhead - 32 min drive - 15.7 miles
  • Longleat Safari and Adventure Park - 42 min drive - 28.9 miles

Getting around

  • Gillingham Dorset Station - 22 min drive
  • Bristol International Airport (BRS) - 100 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪White hart alehouse - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Shillingstone Railway Project - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Wild Garlic - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Crown - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Saxon Inn - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Manston Guest House

Bed & breakfast in Sturminster Newton with free parking
Guests of Manston Guest House enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas. If you drive, take advantage of free parking. Multilingual staff is on hand to answer questions.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English, Italian

Similar properties

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Breakfast available for a fee

Guest services

  • Multilingual staff
  • No housekeeping service

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoke-free property

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Manston Guest House?

Manston Guest House offers free cancellation on some room rates. For specific requirements, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to see close to Manston Guest House?

This bed & breakfast is located in Sturminster Newton, close to Shaftesbury Abbey Museum and Garden, Gold Hill Museum, and Shillingstone Railway Project. You'll also find Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and The Art Stable within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Manston Guest House?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the bed & breakfast.

Does Manston Guest House have a casino on the premises?

No, Manston Guest House doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Manston Guest House?

No, there is no indoor pool at this bed & breakfast.

Are there hot tubs at Manston Guest House?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Manston Guest House have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Manston Guest House offers breakfast for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Will Manston Guest House allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Manston Guest House.

Are there connecting rooms at Manston Guest House?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this bed & breakfast.

How far is the airport from Manston Guest House?

The closest major airport to Manston Guest House is Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.), which is 27.8 mi away (62 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Manston Guest House?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Manston Guest House.

Manston Guest House Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 71 out of 92 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 92 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 92 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 92 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 92 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mrs M E

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Would recommend

Lovely location, nice comfy and warm room. Great breakfast. Host very accommodating. Happy to stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daine

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was extremely clean, well appointed with small details e.g torch, hair dryer, iron. Very attentive host who ensured we were comfortable. Delightful spot in the country.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were going to the Sturminster Cheese festival and decided to stay the night and found this lovely B&B on hotels.com Lovely place, quiet and out in the countryside. Justin was a nice, friendly host and cooked a lovely breakfast. Would highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dewi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place to stay. Great parking. Great breakfast - should ask what we wanted/preferred though to avoid waste. Calm and quiet and a ten min walk to a local pub with decent food. Lovely stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Michael

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annette

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Justin was an excellent host. Room was great with all essentials. Breakfast was plentiful. Would definitely return.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Martyn and Sylvia

Friendly, welcoming, high quality Guest House that would put many hotels to shame. Comfortable, room with quality furnishings and useful facilities. Excellent Breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay! Communicative host and comfortable lodgings. I wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andy

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Little gem in the country

Excellent little gem discovered and will be using again. Great host, lovely room and hearty breakfast too.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cosy comfortable & friendly

Justin is so helpful and accommodating- can’t do enough for you. Comfy bed, cosy house lovely breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

One night stay but could be a week next time

Lovely clean room with everything we needed. So good to have nice English Breakfast tea and Nescafe Gold coffee in the room. Fresh milk kept in a small fridge was a real bonus. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
We were greeted by Justin with a friendly smile and a nice cup of coffee
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Mukesh

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely

Superb quiet country environment
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

B.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and accomodating host, beautiful location with great views. Room very clean and perfect for our overnight stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Jenny

Traveled with partner
Property was ideal for our visit to Shaftesbury. Breakfast was very good. Bit busy on the road outside. Photo online a bit misleading
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good size, comfortable room with lovely ensuite. Very friendly and welcoming host Justin. Plenty of parking. Thoughtful communal area with games and local information. Beautiful location. Very nice breakfast with plenty of choice and good quality. Would definitely return.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

John

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

SANDRA

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice place to stay and great breakfast. Only a small down side was that the room could of been aired as there was a slight damp smell but perfectly clean and modern shower room
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

John

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Facilities good. Quiet rural area. Location excellent for our need.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Renwick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martin J

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

W

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Tank Museum 2023

Lovely quiet location , a local pub walking distance, THE PLOUGH ,very friendly, good food good service . Justin the onwer of manston guest house was helpful and knowledgeable, also lots of communication, about requirements for breakfast and what time breakfast was required, and any special requests, coffee ,full English etc A great place for a base ,we were attending the tankfest 2023 at bovington camp Also reasonable on price for two nights +breakfast included
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023