Marshwood Manor Cottages - The Lodge
Dorset
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Bridport sits on Dorset's west coast, five miles from beaches backed by golden sandstone cliffs. The Lodge is part of Marshwood Manor, a converted estate set back from the road across ten acres of lawn, woodland and pasture. You get the whole place to yourself: a detached property with three bedrooms, three bathrooms and room for six, arranged entirely on the ground floor for easy access.
The main living space holds a woodburner (initial fuel included), Freeview television and a dining area. The kitchen comes equipped for cooking, with a range cooker and dishwasher. Bedroom one has a super-kingsize bed and ensuite; the other two offer kingsize beds, one with its own shower room and one sharing the main bathroom. A utility room with washing machine and tumble dryer means you can manage laundry during your stay. Electricity, bed linen and towels are included. One well-behaved dog stays free.
The back garden opens onto a patio with furniture and a firepit, and you have parking for four cars on site. The grounds also include a stream and a pond. There's table tennis available in a shared games area. Smoking is not permitted in the property.
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Arrive after 15:00 Depart before 10:00
🚭 No smoking, please
What guests say
We are extremely disappointed with our experience at this wedding venue from start to finish. After putting down a £5,000 deposit, we met with the owner and were not even congratulated on our engagement. There was no warmth, no welcome, and not even a small celebratory gesture after committing a significant amount of money. It immediately felt like poor customer service, and unfortunately, that feeling continued throughout. Five months before our wedding, I was diagnosed with stage 4 incurable cancer. After having paid £10,000 in total, we were told we would only receive £2,500 back and that we should claim the rest through our wedding insurance — adding even more stress during an already devastating and life-changing time. What upset us most was the complete lack of empathy. The owner stated that if she refunded money every time someone had a terminal illness, a motorbike accident, or an unwell child, she “would have no business.” We found this response deeply upsetting and lacking any compassion. In the end, we are relieved we chose not to go ahead with our wedding here. The money we lost would have greatly helped us financially during this incredibly difficult period, and my partner has had to return to work instead of being by my side while I undergo treatment. We would not recommend this venue based on our experience.
6 months ago · via Google
AWFUL AWFUL AWFUL!!!!!! Refusing to return £7,500 to a couple who had to cancel their wedding because one partner has been diagnosed with terminal stage 4 incurable cancer is beyond DISGUSTING!!!! This is not just bad customer service—this is a complete lack of humanity. No policy justifies exploiting people during one of the worst moments of their lives. This business should be ashamed of itself, and I urge anyone with a conscience to think very carefully before booking.
6 months ago · via Google
Absolutely gorgeous wedding venue. The cottages make for a lovely place for family/wedding party to stay and get ready on the day. My only comment is the cottage kitchens could do with a bit more kitchen utensils/plates/basic necessities etc, we didn't have enough knives and forks on the Hayloft for the people staying there
3 years ago · via Google
This is the second time we have stayed here and we love the location and the accommodation. It lacked a few kitchen essentials as we do like to cook and eat in but the rest of the cottage is very comfortable with a lovely wildflower meadow just outside. Owners very helpful, friendly and love dogs. The footpaths from Marshwood Manor are a bit overgrown but there are beautiful walks all around the area. We will definitely go again.
7 years ago · via Google