Manston Guest House

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

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

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
  • Place, Gold Hill Museum
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Stourhead Garden
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Place, Longleat Safari and Adventure Park
    ‪42 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)
    ‪57 min drive‬

Room options

Double Room, Ensuite

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

Superior Double Room, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Superior Suite, Ensuite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Single Room, Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • 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

  • ‪The Udder Farm Shop - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Kings Arms - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Wild Garlic - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪White Hart Alehouse - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Mitre - ‬10 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.

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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

  • Smoking not allowed

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.

How much does it cost to stay at Manston Guest House?

As of Oct 28, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Manston Guest House on Oct 29, 2025 start from $120.06, excluding 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.

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

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

Is parking available on site 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.

Does Manston Guest House have a hot tub?

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.

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).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Manston Guest House?

No, at Manston Guest House, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Manston Guest House Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 79 out of 102 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 102 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 102 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 102 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 102 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

wendy-jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice breakfast with multiple choices.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Rodney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Proprietor was very friendly and accomodating.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gail

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a great find. Justin is just the perfect host. Couldn’t find a thing wrong with it. Next time we’re in the area won’t hesitate to stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Justin looked after me and my early breakfast request. Room was clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Haim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a lovely weekend. Justin was a great host. Breakfast was brilliant. Plenty of walks and bike riding around. We had a lovely ride on North Dorset Trail. We definitely come back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hidden away only a couple of miles from the lovely market town of Sturminster Newton, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. Justin is a lovely host and we were incredibly well looked after. Super full English breakfast and Good amenities in the room. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our two night stay and would recommend the property and its management to everyone. Excellent room and breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Graeme

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

Happy wedding times

Really good stay here as we travelled to Dorset for a wedding. Host was happy to let us in early to get changed and was very attentive. Breakfast in the morning was super and once again our host could not do enough to make sure we were happy. We would recommend very strongly
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

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