Homes for Sale in Marnhull, Dorset
We’re delighted to bring you a selection new 3‑bedroom shared ownership homes coming soon to the beautiful Durbeyfield Park development in Marnhull, Dorset. These thoughtfully designed new homes sit within one of North Dorset’s most picturesque and historic villages, offering the perfect blend of countryside living and modern convenience.
Whether you’re taking your first step onto the property ladder or looking for a more spacious place to call home, our shared ownership homes in Marnhull offer a more affordable and flexible way to enjoy life in one of Dorset’s most desirable locations.
Where is Marnhull, Dorset
Located in the heart of the Blackmore Vale, Marnhull is recognised as Dorset’s largest village and is known for its rich history, sense of community, and countryside beauty. The village famously features in Thomas Hardy’s Tess of the d’Urbervilles, inspiring the name Durbeyfield Park itself.
Living here means you’ll enjoy:
- Traditional village charm with a warm and welcoming community.
- A mix of historic character and modern amenities.
- Two primary schools, two traditional pubs, local shops and a GP surgery.
- A village hall, recreation ground and plenty of local clubs and events.
- Beautiful countryside with rolling rural views and easy access to scenic walking routes.
What to do in Marnhull, Dorset
From your new home at Durbeyfield Park, you’ll be perfectly placed to explore all the local highlights of North Dorset, including:
- Local history: Visit the 15th‑century St Gregory’s Church, a village landmark known as “the finest in the Vale”.
- Countryside walks: Explore the scenic footpaths and bridleways surrounding the village, perfect for walking, cycling, or horse‑riding.
- Village life: Enjoy friendly pubs like The Crown Inn and a vibrant programme of local community events.
- Nearby market towns: Sturminster Newton (3 miles), Shaftesbury and Gillingham (both 6–8 miles) for wider shopping and amenities.
Travel links from Marnhull
- Rail: Mainline stations at Gillingham and Sherborne offer direct services to London Waterloo (approx. 2 hours).
- Road: Easy access to the A303 for travel to London or the Southwest.
-Convenient links to nearby towns, schools and services.
Shared ownership -The smart step in buying your home
You might have thought that the cost of houses in Dorset would be prohibitive in such a competitive market, but our homes in Marnhull are all for sale under our smart, simple shared ownership scheme. There are no catches – you just buy an affordable share, pay rent on the remaining amount and increase your shares as your finances permit. It allows you to get your foot on the property ladder much more easily than buying outright. You can learn more here or just call us and we’ll be happy to answer your questions.
Make an Aster house your home
Our aim at Aster is to find you a home, not just a house – and with our fab shared ownership approach, you can find a home in a lovely location that may otherwise be out of your reach, just contact us today! So if you’re ready to find out more about our houses for sale in Marnhull on the Durbeyfield Park development in Marnhull, Dorset get in touch and we'll be delighted to help.
Finding your dream home is easy with Aster. We have shared ownership developments across the South and South East including shared ownership Dorset – take a look at our other locations to see what else might catch your eye.
*While we endeavour to make our property descriptions and plans fair, accurate and reliable, they are only a general guide to the property and may be subject to change. Prices based on 40% Shared Ownership and a 95% LTV mortgage. Shared Ownership homes are bought as leasehold properties, for more information speak to our team. *
