Century House is situated just outside the entirely private and gated Estate village of Perlethorpe, situated at the heart of Thoresby Estate. Thoresby was one of the four country Ducal Estates which gave the nickname Dukeries to the area due to the high number of Dukes who lived in the area, and is still owned by the Pierrepont family today. Century House was built in 19th Century and was traditionally home to the Estate Land Agent with the last Agent leaving in 2019.
Century House boasts an elevated position with large gardens with extensive views over grazing Parkland across to the village of Perlethorpe.
Downstairs there are two double aspect south/south east facing large living rooms and one smaller snug/games room offering a wide selection of spaces for everyone to spread out or to come together and enjoy the space. All three rooms have original period features, TV's and one has an cosy log burning fire.
The large kitchen was refurbished in 2020 and has an electric oven as well as an electric AGA. The central island provides plenty of space for cooking. Opposite the kitchen is a large family dining room with plenty of space to seat all 13 guests. High chairs can be provided upon request and childrens cutlery and plates are provided.
There is a large utility room with a dishwasher, washing machine, airer and ironing board and iron and plenty of space to sort out mucky boots, coats, children and dogs after a day exploring the beautiful Sherwood Forest!
Upstairs there are 4 large bedrooms. One double aspect room overlooking the meadows with a large four poster bed and ensuite. The other front room is also double aspect looking across the meadows and has a Super King bed. The other two overlook the gardens and have twin beds that can be made into doubles. There is also a smaller twin room which can also be made into a double bed and another room with triple bunk beds.
There is a large bathroom consisting of a bath and separate shower and a second separate Shower room & WC.
Outside the gardens are extensive and surround the house, with some areas of lawn, patio, borders and woodland to explore. The gardens are entirely private and enclosed providing a safe space for dogs and children. The patio area is South west facing providing the perfect spot for a BBQ and drinks whilst watching the sunset over the trees. Century House is situated just outside the entirely private and gated Estate village of Perlethorpe, situated at the heart of Thoresby Estate. Thoresby was one of the four country Ducal Estates which gave the nickname Dukeries to the area due to the high number of Dukes who lived in the area, and is still owned by the Pierrepont family today. Century House was built in 19th Century and was traditionally home to the Estate Land Agent with the last Agent leaving in 2019.
The space
Century House boasts an elevated position with large gardens with extensive views over grazing Parkland across to the village of Perlethorpe.
Downstairs there are two double aspect south/south east facing large living rooms and one smaller snug/games room offering a wide selection of spaces for everyone to spread out or to come together and enjoy the space. All three rooms have original period features, TV's and one has an cosy log burning fire.
The large kitchen was refurbished in 2020 and has an electric oven as well as an electric AGA. The central island provides plenty of space for cooking. Opposite the kitchen is a large family dining room with plenty of space to seat all 13 guests. High chairs can be provided upon request and childrens cutlery and plates are provided.
There is a large utility room with a dishwasher, washing machine, airer and ironing board and iron and plenty of space to sort out mucky boots, coats, children and dogs after a day exploring the beautiful Sherwood Forest!
Upstairs there are 4 large bedrooms. One double aspect room overlooking the meadows with a large four poster bed and ensuite. The other front room is also double aspect looking across the meadows and has a Super King bed. Two other large bedrooms with super king beds overlook the gardens. There is also a smaller twin room which can also be made into a double bed and another room with triple bunk beds.
There is a large bathroom consisting of a bath and separate shower and a second separate Shower room & WC.
Outside the gardens are extensive and surround the house, with some areas of lawn, patio, borders and woodland to explore. The gardens are entirely private and enclosed providing a safe space for dogs and children. The patio area is South west facing providing the perfect spot for a BBQ and drinks whilst watching the sunset over the trees. There is plenty of parking onsite for multiple cars including a covered garage.
Surrounding Area:
From the house guests can walk down Estate roads up to the Courtyard (5min walk) where there is a cafĂ©, brewery, childrenâs playground and selection of shops and artists workshops. For those who enjoy walking or cycling the Sustrans cycle path links Thoresby Estate to the wider cycling network and Clumber Park (1.75 miles to the edge of the Park). Sherwood Forest Visitor Centre and the Major Oak is a 10 minute drive away with miles of walking routes through Sherwood Country Park.
For those more interested in history or exploring local shops the historic towns of Newark and Southwell are less than 30 minutes away and the bigger cities of Nottingham, Lincoln and Sheffield are only 45 minutes by car.
There are several popular wedding venues all within a quick taxi ride away. Thoresby Riding Hall is a 5 minute walk, Hazel Gap Barn (8 mins), Rufford Mill (10min), Hodsock Priory (20mins), Norwood Park (25mins), Stubton Hall (35mins).
Activities available on Thoresby Estate include Hawkeye Falconry, experience includes flying a wide range of raptors from Owls to Eagles surrounded by the beautiful Sherwood Forest; Skirmish Activity Centre offers paintball, archery and axe throwing; Thoresby Park Polo Club offer private or group polo lessons from beginners upwards; several of the Courtyard Artists offer jewellery, glassblowing or ceramic workshops.
Surrounding Area:
From the house guests can walk down Estate roads up to the Courtyard (5min walk) where there is a cafĂ©, brewery, childrenâs playground and selection of shops and artists workshops. For those who enjoy walking or cycling the Sustrans cycle path links Thoresby Estate to the wider cycling network and Clumber Park (1.75 miles to the edge of the Park). Sherwood Forest Visitor Centre and the Major Oak is a 10 minute drive away with miles of walking routes through Sherwood Country Park.
For those more interested in history or exploring local shops the historic towns of Newark and Southwell are less than 30 minutes away and the bigger cities of Nottingham, Lincoln and Sheffield are only 45 minutes by car.
There are several popular wedding venues all within a quick taxi ride away. Thoresby Riding Hall is a 5 minute walk, Hazel Gap Barn (8 mins), Rufford Mill (10min), Hodsock Priory (20mins), Norwood Park (25mins), Stubton Hall (35mins).
Activities available on Thoresby Estate include Hawkeye Falconry, experience includes flying a wide range of raptors from Owls to Eagles surrounded by the beautiful Sherwood Forest; Skirmish Activity Centre offers paintball, archery and axe throwing; Thoresby Park Polo Club offer private or group polo lessons from beginners upwards; several of the Courtyard Artists offer jewellery, glassblowing or ceramic workshops.
Parties or events not allowed.
