Marshwood Manor, Bettiscombe, Dorset, DT6 5NS

Marshwood Manor operates as a wedding & events hire venue, offering refined accommodation and a personalised guest experience. Guests benefit from exclusive use throughout their booking, with standard hire including an events co-ordinator, events barn, five cottages which sleep up to 26, access to the grounds, a 'glamping' area for up to 30 additional guests, and basic staffing to direct parking, guide guests, and move furniture. The venue has hosted weddings up 220 people.

In addition, the events co-ordinator is able to organise a plethora of external suppliers on behalf of guests, including caterers, bars, street food vendors, marquees, and bands, to name but a few.

Marshwood Manor enjoys a beautifully secluded position within unspoilt rolling countryside, set in the heart of the sought-after Marshwood Vale. Surrounded by a patchwork of fields, mature hedgerows, and far-reaching views, the setting offers an exceptional sense of peace and privacy with a quintessentially rural charm.

Despite its idyllic location, the property is far from isolated. A selection of picturesque villages lie nearby, providing everyday amenities, including local shops, traditional pubs, and primary schooling. The vibrant market towns of Bridport and Lyme Regis are within easy reach, offering a wider range of independent boutiques, restaurants, and cultural attractions.

The stunning Jurassic Coast, a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site, is just a short drive to the south, presenting dramatic coastal scenery, beaches, and cliff-top walks. Excellent road links connect the area to larger regional centres, such as Exeter and Dorchester, while mainline rail services are accessible from nearby stations, providing convenient connections further afield.
Combining tranquil countryside living with accessibility and coastal proximity, Marshwood Manor is ideally positioned for those seeking a business in one of Dorset’s most picturesque settings.

The Events Barn
The dedicated events space has been thoughtfully created from a collection of former Victorian farm buildings situated alongside the manor house, blending period character with a versatile entertaining space.

The accommodation includes a spacious reception hall with a fully equipped bar area making it ideal for weddings, celebrations, and private functions. In addition, the impressive Party Barn provides a further large events space, offering flexibility for a variety of occasions. The barn can seat up to 80 for dining, 120 for ceremonies and 150 for dancing.

Leading directly from the Party Barn is an attractive glazed terrace, providing a sheltered outdoor seating area and a seamless transition between the indoor and outdoor entertaining spaces.

Supporting facilities include a commercial-grade kitchen, well suited to catering for large events, together with dedicated ladies and gentlemen's cloakrooms.

To the front of the events barn lies a substantial walled courtyard, providing an attractive and versatile outdoor space. Perfectly suited for arrival receptions and al fresco drinks, the courtyard can also accommodate a full-sized marquee or gazebo for larger celebrations and events of 150 guest or more.

Trade fixtures and fittings are included in the sale.

Set within beautiful countryside, Marshwood Manor is an elegant period home originating from the 19th century, which has been thoughtfully extended over the years to create a substantial residence. Approached via a sweeping private driveway, the property immediately impresses with its handsome brick façade and commanding presence. Please note, the property is not listed.

Inside, the accommodation is characterised by the generous proportions, lofty ceilings, and architectural features expected of a home of this period. A welcoming entrance hall forms the heart of the house, providing access to the principal living spaces.

The kitchen breakfast room enjoys views across the gardens and surrounding farmland. Featuring parquet flooring, an Aga, and ample room for informal dining, it serves as a practical and sociable hub of the home. Adjoining the kitchen, the dining room benefits from similarly attractive rural outlooks and direct access to the gardens, while the impressive drawing room offers dual-aspect views and French doors opening onto a stone terrace.

To the rear of the property, a secondary kitchen provides excellent additional prep space. Further practical amenities include a boot room, utility room, and cellar. A separate library/study provides an ideal workspace for remote working.

Marshwood Manor benefits from a collection of five charming cottages situated within the estate grounds. One cottage has four bedrooms, two cottages have three bedrooms, and two cottages have two bedrooms. In total, the cottages can accommodate 26 guests.

The estate also offers glamping for 30 guests, although this is not set up as a permanent facility.

The estate extends to approximately 10.86 acres of beautiful gardens, paddocks, and woodland.

The woodland has an enchanting ceremony area for weddings, as well as a woodland walk.

Behind the events barn is a hardstanding area used to park guest vehicles and two large agricultural barns, which are used for storage.

The owner chooses to run the business on a restrictive basis to fit around their lifestyle. There is, however, a significant opportunity for a new owner to grow or alter the business should they desire:

- The 19th-century manor house provides a stunning backdrop, however, this is exclusively the owner's private residence and not used as part of the business. A new owner may wish to incorporate this into the business for additional guest accommodation and a grand events space.

-The present owner does not take more than one booking per week, missing out on lucrative additional bookings.

- A new owner could look to reduce the use of external suppliers, instead providing their own in-house.

- The cottages are only let on an exclusive-use group basis, which results in limited lettings outside of events bookings. A new owner could look to open up the cottages to individual bookings in the gaps between events bookings.

- Marshwood Manor has successfully hosted a small number of yoga retreats. It is thought, that with additional marketing, this revenue stream could be grown.

- Corporate events are another revenue stream that could be grown through further marketing.

Rateable value £20,600. This is the rateable value for the property. It is not what you pay in business rates. Your local council uses the rateable value to calculate the business rates bill.

Marshwood Manor is council tax band G.

Premises Licence.
Civil wedding licence.