# Manor Farmhouse, Minterne Magna, Cerne Abbas, Dorset Historic farmhouse in Minterne Magna, sleeping 10 with a hot tub and shared pool, for family special occasion weekends and rural holidays ## At a Glance - Sleeps 5 - 10 - 5 bedrooms - Dining for 10 ## Images - Total images stored: 36 - 1. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/manorfarmhouse-1403.jpg - 2. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/manorfarmhouse-32.jpg - 3. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/manorfarmhouse-33.jpg - 4. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/manorfarmhouse-47.jpg - 5. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/manorfarmhouse-36.jpg - 6. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/manorfarmhouse-2.jpg - 7. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/manorfarmhouse-7862.jpg - 8. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/manorfarmhouse-7873.jpg - 9. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/manorfarmhouse-0755.jpg - 10. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/manorfarmhouse-1405.jpg - 11. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/manorfarmhouse-37.jpg - 12. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/manorfarmhouse-35.jpg - 13. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/manorfarmhouse-41.jpg - 14. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/manorfarmhouse-42.jpg - 15. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/manorfarmhouse-45.jpg - 16. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/manorfarmhouse-1380.jpg - 17. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/manorfarmhouse-1377.jpg - 18. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/manorfarmhouse-9.jpg - 19. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/manorfarmhouse-10.jpg - 20. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/manorfarmhouse-11.jpg - 21. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/manorfarmhouse-13.jpg - 22. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/manorfarmhouse-14.jpg - 23. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/manorfarmhouse-19.jpg - 24. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/manorfarmhouse-21.jpg - 25. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/manorfarmhouse-24.jpg - 26. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/manorfarmhouse-25.jpg - 27. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/manorfarmhouse-26.jpg - 28. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/manorfarmhouse-29.jpg - 29. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/manorfarmhouse-44.jpg - 30. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/manorfarmhouse-0771.jpg - 31. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/manorfarmhouse-0750.jpg - 32. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/manorfarmhouse-0764.jpg - 33. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/manorfarmhouse-0772.jpg - 34. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/manorfarmhouse-7864.jpg - 35. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/manorfarmhouse-7868.jpg - 36. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/manorfarmhouse-7876.jpg ## Floor Plans - 1. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/manor-farmhouse-minterne-magna-cerne-abbas-dorset-2026-10-31-13-23-38.jpg ## About The Property Some houses seem to encourage everyone to slow down the moment they arrive. Manor Farmhouse, a handsome Grade II listed home on Dorset's historic Minterne Estate, is one of them. With centuries of history, a private garden and five bedrooms, it's a lovely setting for a multigenerational holiday or a long-overdue gathering with friends. The estate's gardens, outdoor pool and tennis facilities add plenty to do without travelling far. This old farmhouse has real substance. Leaded windows, flagstone floors, and wood-burning stoves give the rooms character, while the kitchen is equipped to feed a hungry group. Gather around the dining table for a leisurely supper, then choose between the main sitting room and a wonderful library with shelves of books and an open fire. It's easy to imagine one group staying up talking while another settles in with a novel or an early night to better catch the morning's sunrise. The five bedrooms are arranged across the upper floors, with a mixture of double and flexible sleeping arrangements. The principal room has its own bathroom, while additional family bathing and shower facilities serve the rest of the house. Outside, the enclosed garden has a generous lawn, seating, and a gas barbecue, plus a private hot tub available for an additional charge. Dogs are welcome too. One of the greatest pleasures is exploring Minterne Gardens when they are open, with extraordinary trees, lakes, and paths across the historic grounds. Guests can also use the estate's shared heated outdoor pool during allocated seasonal sessions, and a tennis court is nearby. Sherborne, Dorchester and the Blackmore Vale offer appealing days out, with the UNESCO Jurassic Coast and beaches like Weymouth around 18 miles away for a day at the seaside. Afterwards, return to the farmhouse, light the fire and enjoy having everyone together under one roof. ## Facilities - **Dog Friendly:** Up to three dogs are welcome by arrangement and an extra charge of £25. - **Accessibility:** Accommodation over multiple levels. Not wheelchair accessible. - **Hot Tub:** Private hot tub £50 extra. - **WiFi:** Provided. - **Dining Room:** Separate formal dining room seating 10. Breakfast table in the kitchen seating 8. - **Sitting Room:** Primary sitting room has original stone fireplace with large log burner and a Smart TV. Second sitting room/library features open fire and books. - **TV and Music Facilities:** Smart TV in largest sitting room. - **Kitchen:** Modern range cooker with 4 ovens and 6 burners, and full complement of crockery, glasses, and cutlery for 10. Window seat and pine table for 8. - **Bedrooms:** Five bedrooms over two upper levels. 3 King rooms, 2 twins, and two additional single folding beds. Maximum capacity is 10 people. - **Bathrooms:** En suite bathroom, family bathroom and ground-floor shower room. - **Linen:** Bed linen and bath towels are supplied. Guests to bring cot bedding and dog bedding/towels if they are needed. - **Heating and Open Fires:** Gas central heating throughout. Wood burner in the sitting room and an open fire in the library. Fuel is included. - **Outdoor:** Enclosed private garden with a large lawn, outdoor table and chairs, and a gas BBQ. - **Swimming Pool:** Shared heated outdoor pool Apr-Oct with a 10am-12pm timeslot. - **Tennis Court:** Shared Minterne Estate court. - **Parking:** Four off-road spaces. - **Children's Facilities:** Check cot, high chair and stairgate available. Please request prior to arrival. ## Rental Rates ### Headline rates - From **£1720** per week - From **£1210** for a 3-night weekend - From **£1210** for a 2-night weekend - From **£403** per midweek night ### Additional rates | Period | Weekly | 3 Night Weekend | 2 Night Weekend | Midweek per night | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Low season - January | £1720 | £1210 | £1210 | £403 | | Mid season - June | £2570 | £1805 | £1805 | £670 | | High season - August | £4270 | - | - | - | | Christmas/New Year | £4065 | - | - | - | Prices shown in GBP. ## Booking Information - Maximum occupancy: 10 people - - Booking deposit: 45% - - Balance: Due 8 weeks before arrival. - - Minimum stay/changeover: Peak season: 7 nights, Friday changeover; otherwise minimum 2 nights, flexible changeover subject to availability. - - Check-in / check-out: From 4pm / by 10am. - - Damage deposit: £750 - - Extras: Private hot tub: £50 extra. Up to three dogs with a £25 surcharge - - Restrictions: No smoking. ## Availability Please contact the owner for available dates. ## Enquiry - Enquiry link: https://www.groupaccommodation.com/properties/manor-farmhouse-minterne-magna-cerne-abbas-dorset#enquiry ## Location ### Location breadcrumb [Europe](https://www.groupaccommodation.com/locations/europe) > [UK](https://www.groupaccommodation.com/locations/uk) > [England](https://www.groupaccommodation.com/locations/england) > [South West England](https://www.groupaccommodation.com/locations/south-west-england) > [Dorset](https://www.groupaccommodation.com/locations/dorset) > [Cerne Abbas](https://www.groupaccommodation.com/locations/cerne-abbas) ### Address Address: Minterne Magna, Cerne Abbas, Dorset, DT2 7AS, GB Latitude: 50.837279043095 Longitude: -2.4842533821396 ### About The Area Manor Farmhouse is one of the original properties on the privately owned Minterne Estate in Minterne Magna, a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). It’s 10 miles south of Sherborne and 10 miles north of Dorchester, Dorset’s county town. ### What's Nearby? - **Location:** Distance to Minterne Gardens – Complimentary access included (closed over the winter period) - **Location:** Distance to Heated Outdoor Pool & Tennis Court – Designated shared sessions nearby - **Building:** Distance to Cerne Abbas – 2 miles - **Building:** Distance to Dorchester – Approx. 10 miles - **Location:** Distance to Jurassic Coast