Heathcote Manor Heart of England

A stylish classic in Sherwood Forest

If you like your manor houses classic, colourful and comfortable, Heathcote Manor is the one for you. A classic Georgian property in the romantic setting of Sherwood Forest, its mellow stone exterior and immaculate gardens set the bar high. Once you’re inside, it exceeds expectations.

The rooms, overseen by Northern Design Award Winner, Rachel McLane, are expertly styled with blues, pinks and creams that showcase the stunning original features. The overall feeling is of welcoming spaces where you can unwind and socialise. And those spaces include a beautiful drawing room and snug, a games room with a pool table, a fabulous kitchen where Miele, Liebherr and Siemens abound, and a formal dining room. Oh, and a gorgeous ballroom for dinners, dances and events. Heathcote Manor is a house where you feel comfortable. Modern velvet sofas and soft leather seats invite you to sit. And woodburning stoves, a bar and plentiful TVs make it hard to refuse.

When you step outside, you’re met by those manicured gardens, as well as a tennis court, a barbecue area, a pizza oven, and two hot tubs. In addition, there’s a walled kitchen garden, patios and terraces with ample seating and 15,000 acres of private estate. After all the excitement, make your way to one of the 15 sumptuous bedrooms, many of which have well-appointed ensuite bathrooms. One bedroom is located on the ground floor for easy access.

Heathcote Manor feels secluded and private, despite being within a short drive of the many attractions of Nottinghamshire. This largely unsung county is ideal if you love outdoor activities, with forests and crags, rivers and parks. And Heathcote Manor makes the perfect base from which to explore it.

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What we think

Heathcote Manor is something to behold. It has the grandeur of a palace and those looking for a Bridgerton-esque soiree will find much to delight them: the house and gardens make the perfect backdrop for fancy clothes and fruity cocktails. It’s not all historic scenes though, as the interiors are fresh and modern, stylish and comfortable.

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Drawing Room

Dining Room

Bar

Games Room

Snug

Ballroom

Bridal Suite

List of Bedrooms & Floor Plans (PDF)

What to Expect

We’ve tried to think about everything to make your stay at Heathcote Manor just perfect. In all of our big houses to rent, we provide all the essential features to cater for a large group. Here’s a list of all the practical provisions we have at the house. If there’s anything you can’t see here but need, just ask as we’ll see what we can do.

Luxury bed linen, bath towels and bath robes
Fully equipped kitchen with a mix of Miele, Siemens and Liebherr appliances
Dining tables in the formal dining room that can seat up to 28 guests
Panelled ballroom that can seat up to 48 guests
Free Wi-Fi
Games room with pool table, video and board games
Smart TVs in the games room, dining room, drawing room, snug and all bedrooms
Sonos sound system throughout the house as well as two portable speakers
Bar with fridges, glassware and ice machine
Log burner in the drawing room (logs provided)
Outdoor kitchen with seating, two large gas BBQs (gas provided) and pizza oven (wood provided)
Hard tennis court
Two hot tubs (each seating six) in the walled garden
Outdoor table tennis, badminton and outdoor games
EV charging point (additional cost)

Location

Situated on a country estate on the outskirts of a charming stone village, within Sherwood Forest in Nottinghamshire.

House FAQs

What are the check in and check out times?

Check in is at 3pm on the day of your arrival and check out is at 11am.
How many cars can park at the property?

There is parking for over 40 cars at the property.
Can I arrange a supermarket delivery to the house?

Yes, you can order online with Tesco, Sainsbury's, Asda or Morrisons for a delivery direct to the house. We usually suggest booking a delivery for after 3pm on the day of arrival.
Are children welcome?

Children are very welcome at Heathcote Manor. Travel cots and highchairs are available on request (please bring your own cot linen). Please note, parents should supervise children around the hot tub area.
How many guests can sit at the dining table?

The formal dining room can be set up to seat up to 28 guests in a U shape formation using three tables. For up to 24 guests, two tables can be set up parallel to each other. 48 guests can be seated in the panelled ballroom.
Are additional day guests allowed at the property?

Guests can host parties for up to 48 guests (including those staying at the property), by prior agreement, in the panelled ballroom.
Can you recommend any local places to eat out?

Yes, we'd recommend the following pubs and restaurants, all within a short distance of the property:

The Devonshire, Upper Langwith

The Brasserie (Wildes Inns), Clowne

The Harley Café, Welbeck

The Greendale Oak, Cuckney

The Elm Tree, Elmton
Are pets allowed?

Sorry, pets are not allowed at Heathcote Manor.
Are stag and hen parties allowed?

Sorry, Heathcote Manor is not suitable for hen or stag parties. We politely ask that this is respected.
What is the nearest train station?

The nearest train station is Mansfield (7.5 miles).
What is the nearest airport?

The nearest airport is East Midlands (37 miles).
Will you hold a damage deposit during our stay?

Yes, we ask to hold a cautionary deposit of £1,000 during your stay at Heathcote Manor. This is requested just two weeks prior to your stay, and is returned shortly after, assuming no damage to the property or its contents (see our Booking T&Cs for more information).
How do I book?

You can check availability and pricing and place your booking request online, or by calling our team on 01242 352 747.

When booking, we ask for a deposit of 33% of the total price, with the balance due 12 weeks prior to your stay (or the full balance when booking within 12 weeks of your stay).