Marsh Farm, Henstridge
- Land size
- 20 acres
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Bathrooms
- 2
Key Features
- Outstanding farmhouse set within 20 acres
- Extensive range of outbuildings and workshops
- Separate two-bedroom holiday cottage
- Ideal for residential, commercial or mixed-use living
- Flexible and spacious accommodation throughou
- Scope for agricultural or leisure use
Description
Nestled on the edge of Henstridge Industrial Estate and embraced by its own expansive 20-acre curtilage, this farmhouse presents a rare canvas of possibilities. The surroundings combine the practicality of easy access and the serenity of generous, open land, offering a secluded retreat with the potential to evolve into a thriving hub for private living, commercial use, or a blend of both.
Inside, the house unfolds with a classic farmhouse charm and a generous footprint that invites flexible configuration. Light travels through well-proportioned rooms, creating inviting living areas that can be tailored to suit contemporary living, creative spaces, or quiet retreats. The layout offers room to reimagine flow and function, whether expanding living zones for family life, establishing a home office suite, or crafting intimate spaces for relaxation and hobbies.
Outside, the property reveals a remarkable spread of outbuildings and grounds that enhance its versatility. Practical equestrian or storage ambitions can be met with multiple stables, substantial garages, and a double-sized workshop, all positioned to maximise workflow and accessibility. A two-bedroom holiday cottage sits within the estate, presenting an instant opportunity for guests, staff accommodation, or a separate income stream, while the broad landscape offers scope for paddocks, riding arenas, or agricultural development.
The setting combines convenience with privacy. Proximity to the Henstridge Industrial Estate means practical amenities and employment opportunities are close at hand, yet the property sits back within its own grounds to provide a sense of retreat and independence. This balance makes the estate well suited to a diverse range of visions-from a refined family home with chestnut-stable aspirations to a functional business base with workshop and storage capabilities, or a hybrid arrangement that leverages both residential comfort and commercial practicality.
**A little about Henstridge **
Henstridge is a popular Somerset village on the Dorset border, offering a friendly community, beautiful countryside and excellent local amenities. The village has a primary school, with a range of nearby state and independent secondary schools in Sherborne and Wincanton. Residents benefit from local shops, farm shops and cafés, as well as scenic walking routes through the surrounding Blackmore Vale countryside. Henstridge Airfield, a former WWII airfield now used for light aircraft and leisure aviation, adds to the village's distinctive character.
Council Tax Band: F
Tenure: Freehold
Map Location
Property details
- Tenure
- Freehold
- Council Tax Band
- F
- Date Posted
- 2026-06-03
Market Value Analysis
Compared with 215 Homes with Land listings in South West England (10+ acres).
Energy Performance Certificate
Energy Efficiency Rating
Based on UK Energy Performance Certificate standards (EU Directive 2002/91/EC)
Running costs are one side. Planning activity, flood history and ground risks for this location are in the full report.
Utilities & Restrictions
Utilities
- Electricity
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- Water
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- Heating
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- Broadband
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- Sewerage
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Rights & Restrictions
- Public Rights of Way
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- Private Rights of Way
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- Listed Property
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- Restrictions
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Listed status, conservation areas and planning constraints for this location are in the full report.
Property Features
- Accessibility
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- Parking
- Garage
- Garden
- Enclosed Garden
Beyond the particulars: planning activity, flood history, heritage and ground risks, checked for this exact spot.
Connectivity
Broadband
Fastest speed available at this postcode
26 Mbps
Standard (10-30 Mbps)
Suitable for
- Web & social
- Music streaming
- Standard video calls
Mobile signal
Outdoor predictions; indoor signal depends on building materials.
Ofcom Connected Nations postcode-level predictions. Speeds and signal are modelled, not measured, and vary between addresses and providers.
Signal is the easy part. Planning activity, flood history and protected designations here are in the full report.
Nearest Schools
Primary
- St Nicholas CofE Primary School, Henstridge1.3 milesOfsted: Requires improvement *
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 92
- Type
- Academy converter
- Faith
- Church of England
- Stalbridge Church of England Primary School1.4 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 188
- Type
- Foundation school
- Faith
- Church of England
- St Gregory's Church of England Primary School, Marnhull2.4 milesOfsted: Requires improvement
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 51
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Faith
- Church of England
- St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Marnhull2.5 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 2 to 11
- Pupils
- 82
- Type
- Academy converter
- Faith
- Roman Catholic
- Abbas and Templecombe Church School2.7 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 109
- Type
- Academy converter
- Faith
- Church of England
Secondary
- Sturminster Newton High School4.2 milesOfsted report card · Apr 2026
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 605
- Type
- Academy converter
- King Arthur's School5.8 milesOfsted: Requires improvement *
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 450
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Gillingham School5.9 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,684
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- The Gryphon School6.6 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,569
- Type
- Academy converter
- Faith
- Church of England
- Shaftesbury School7.9 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 782
- Type
- Academy converter
- Faith
- Church of England
* Latest graded judgement covers quality of education only; no overall grade was issued under the 2024-25 inspection framework.
Distances are straight-line from the advertised location. Source: the national school registers (DfE, Welsh Government, Scottish Government) and Ofsted.
Schools are just the start: sold prices nearby, planning activity and any flood history are in the full report.
Amenities
Supermarket
GP surgery
Pharmacy
Hospital
Straight-line distances from the advertised location. Sources: NHS records, Geolytix supermarket locations, OS Open Greenspace and the national trails registers.
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Getting Around
Nearest station
Nearest bus stop
Typical drive times
Straight-line distances from the advertised location; drive times are typical free-flow times over OpenStreetMap road data, so allow more at peak. Public transport locations from DfT NaPTAN.
Easy to reach matters. So do planning activity, flood history and ground risks: all in the full report.
Flood Risk
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Rivers and the sea
Surface water
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These bandings are the summary. Where this location sits on the flood maps, plus planning activity, heritage and ground risks, is in the full report.
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Paterson Estates Agents Ltd, Gllingham
7 Wyke Road, Gillingham, SP8 4SQ
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