If there’s one way to have a luxurious holiday, it’s renting manor houses or mansions. While these two styles of buildings differ slightly, they share some attractive qualities and features. For one, they are striking homes, generally built to be lavish and spacious. They are built to be magnificent. Staying in one of these houses provides a majestic backdrop for all sorts of occasions. You might be wondering by now what the difference is between these two types of dwellings. Historically speaking, a manor house is the former home of a lord or lady. Generally, these lords and ladies owned vast expanses of land that extended for miles around the house. These houses were built to reflect social standing and wealth of the lords and their families. Mansions follow a similar set of architectural guidelines but generally offer less expansive grounds. As a result, manor houses are usually set on sweeping estates, while mansions can be found in more built-up metropolitan areas.
Our Manor Houses & Mansions
Hamps Hall & Barn for 40 guests
Waterhouses, Midlands and the Peak District
- 40 Guests,
- 18 Bedrooms,
- 64 Dining for
Roaches Hall for 30 guests
Near Leek, Midlands and the Peak District
- 30 Guests,
- 13 Bedrooms,
- 34 Dining for
Greenwood Manor for 20 - 26 guests
Hailsham, South East
- 26 Guests,
- 8 Bedrooms,
- 26 Dining for
Chapman Country House for 22 guests
Swaffham, East England
- 22 Guests,
- 10 Bedrooms,
- 22 Dining for
Chepstow Manor for 22 - 26 guests
Chepstow, South West
- 26 Guests,
- 7 Bedrooms,
- 24 Dining for
Memory Manor for 20 - 35 guests
Bessingham, East England
- 35 Guests,
- 10 - 12 Bedrooms,
- 36 Dining for
Silvercoast Mansion for 21 guests
Skegness, Midlands and the Peak District
- 21 Guests,
- 11 Bedrooms,
- 22 Dining for
Moonlight Manor for 18 guests
Stapleford Abbotts, South East
- 18 Guests,
- 7 Bedrooms,
- 18 Dining for
St Edmunds Manor for 18 - 24 guests
Bury St Edmunds, East England
- 24 Guests,
- 9 Bedrooms,
- 24 Dining for
Catweazle Manor for 16 guests
Henley-on-Thames, South East
- 18 Guests,
- 8 Bedrooms,
- 18 Dining for
Straitsview Manor for 16 guests
Isle of Anglesey, Wales
- 16 Guests,
- 6 Bedrooms,
- 16 Dining for
Verdant Manor for 14 guests
Little Massingham, East England
- 14 Guests,
- 7 Bedrooms,
- 14 Dining for
Toft Estate for 46 - 48 guests
Near Macclesfield, Midlands and the Peak District
- 48 Guests,
- 23 Bedrooms,
- 24 Dining for
Goldfinch Lakeside Manor for 24 - 27 guests
Saxmundham, East England
- 27 Guests,
- 13 Bedrooms,
- 24 Dining for
Victorian Rectory for 14 - 20 guests
Riddlecombe, South West
- 20 Guests,
- 8 Bedrooms,
- 24 Dining for
Westbury Manor for 22 guests
Westbury-on-Severn, South West
- 22 Guests,
- 7 Bedrooms,
- 24 Dining for
Manor Houses | A history of Lords or Ladies
Diving further into the differences between manors and mansions, the most important distinction lies in the house’s history. To be classified as a manor house, a home must once have belonged to a lord and/or lady. These houses are usually set on expansive grounds that extend for miles around the house. Manors themselves are typically large and spacious with luxurious trimmings and high-quality materials. Mansions share the latter traits but differ in terms of their history and the properties on which they are built. Like a manor house, a mansion will be large and spacious, grand and luxurious. Mansions, however, are set on smaller properties and can therefore be found more easily in metropolitan areas.
Mansions lack the historical link to lords and ladies, but the houses themselves share many common features. When searching for accommodation, you are more likely to find mansions for rent when looking for accommodation near cities and major towns. Because they are positioned on large estates, manors are typically set in the British countryside, a beautiful place for a relaxing getaway. Depending on the intention of your getaway, either one could be an attractive option. The key differences lie mostly in whether you’re looking to escape the city or immerse yourself in it.
Historic Design | Modern Day Luxury
The construction of mansions and manor houses began in Europe as far back as the 15th century. But that doesn’t mean they compromise on modern-day luxuries. When you rent a mansion for a party, it’s natural that you’d want to have all the facilities you’d expect in a new development. Our mansions and manor houses to rent have all kept with the times. They have been restored, refurbished and renovated to give you everything you could need in this day and age. They have comfortable beds with soft linens, end everything from cinema rooms to coffee machines.
When you rent manor houses with Party Houses, you’re in for an unforgettable experience. Our sunny kitchens offer all the trimmings and trinkets you’d need to prepare a delicious meal. Our dining rooms all have their own unique ambience, some sunny and bright, others regal and grand. We have mansions and manor houses with hot tubs and swimming pools, tennis quarts, private bars and more. Renting a manor house or mansion is a luxurious experience. It is an opportunity to live in the lap of luxury. To live like a lord or a lady, with all the lovely things that make up life in the 21st century.
Mansions For Rent
The decision between renting a manor house or a mansion will depend on why you are renting the space. Your personal preferences and what’s available in your desired destination will inform this decision too. Because manor houses are typically set on expansive estates, these houses are better suited to exclusive events with large groups. The expansive grounds make it possible to put up marquees to accommodate more guests for occasions such as wedding receptions and product launches. Additionally, their countryside locations make them peaceful and relaxing. If you are looking to really get away from everything, manor houses will likely appeal to you more.
Alternatively, groups looking for large and luxurious houses close to metropolitan areas might prefer the route of renting a mansion. The two share many similarities. Guests who do not require much outdoor space will be as happy in a mansion as they would in a manor house. Regardless of which route you take, there are a few things you can be sure of with both options. For one, you will be able to gather a large group of people in a shared location. Wherever you end up staying, you’ll be comfortable and entertained by all the facilities and features of your Party Hose. No matter where you go, you’ll be able to appreciate the sheer luxury of staying in one of these houses.