Century House - Thoresby Estate

Entire home in Newark-on-Trent, United Kingdom

  1. 13 guests
  2. 6 bedrooms
  3. 8 beds
  4. 3 bathrooms
Hosted by Thoresby Estate
  1. Superhost
  2. 7 years hosting

Listing highlights

50-min drive to Peak District National Park

This home is near the national park.

Self check-in

Check yourself in with the lockbox.

Beautiful area

Guests love this home’s scenic location.
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. The other two overlook the gardens. There is also a smaller twin room 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.

Surrounding Area:
From the house guests can walk down Estate roads up to the Courtyard (5min walk) where there is a café, brewery, children’s 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.

Guest access
Entire House and Gardens. Plenty of car parking on site.

Other things to note
Parties or events not allowed

Where you'll sleep

Bedroom 1
1 queen bed
Bedroom 2
1 king bed
Bedroom 3
1 king bed

What this place offers

Kitchen
Wifi
Free residential garage on premises – 8 spaces
Pets allowed
TV

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Rated 4.86 out of 5 from 141 reviews.

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Overall rating

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Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars for cleanliness

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for accuracy

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for check-in

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for communication

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for location

Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars for value

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Where you’ll be

Newark-on-Trent, Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom
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Neighbourhood highlights

Thoresby Park, courtyard, museum and Gallery is located in the private Country Estate of Thoresby in the heart of Sherwood Forest.

Within the Grade 2 listed 18th Century Courtyard are a host of boutique shops along with the renowned Courtyard Coffee Shop along with the Queens Royal Lancers Military Museum.

After a coffee stroll around the acres of parkland and woods, on our easy walking and cycling trails taking in the beauty of the ancient Sherwood Forest oak trees and the wildlife that call it home.

We look forward to welcoming you to Thoresby very soon.

Meet your host

Superhost
225 reviews
4.83 out of 5 average rating
7 years of hosting
Lives in Newark-on-Trent, United Kingdom
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Things to know

Cancellation policy
House rules
Check-in after 15:00
Checkout before 10:00
13 guests maximum
Safety & property
Nearby lake, river, other body of water
Carbon monoxide alarm
Smoke alarm