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An English country house is a large house or mansion in the English countryside. Such houses were often owned by individuals who also owned a town house. This allowed them to spend time in the country and in the city—hence, for these people, the term distinguished between town and country. However, the term also encompasses houses that were, and often still are, the full-time residence for the landed gentry. These people were central to the landed gentry that ruled rural Britain until the Reform Act 1832. Frequently, the formal business of the counties was transacted in these country houses.
With large numbers of indoor and outdoor staff, country houses were important as places of employment for many rural communities. In turn, until the agricultural depressions of the 1870s, the estates, of which country houses were the hub, provided their owners with incomes. However, the late 19th and early 20th centuries were the swan song of the traditional English country house lifestyle. Increased taxation and the effects of World War I led to the demolition of hundreds of houses; those that remained had to adapt to survive.
The English drawing room is one of the most important rooms in an English country house, and thus great attention has been paid to preserving the decoration of this most elegant of spaces: the center of life in the English countryside and the epitome of English country house decoration. "The Drawing Room: English Country House Decoration", the new book from Rizzoli, offers privileged access to fifty of the finest drawing rooms of country houses and historic townhouses—many still in private hands—including Althorp, Attingham, and Knepp Castle. Through these sumptuous rooms, readers experience a history of English decorating from the sixteenth century to the present day, including the work of design legends such as David Hicks, Nancy Lancaster, John Fowler, and David Mlinaric. Specially co...
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A look around the lovely garden
Martin Wood explores Nancy Lancaster's substantial contribution to the arts of interior decoration and garden design. Nancy Lancaster (1897-1994) was one of the premier tastemakers of the 20th century and essentially created what is known as the English Country House Style, which emphasized a mixture of chintzes and antique furniture. The owner of Colefax and Fowler, an influential British decorating firm that codified this quintessentially English look, Lancaster had an assured sense of scale, boldness, a sharp wit, and an instinctive understanding of how to make a house mellow, elegant, and unpretentious. She carried the same clean elegance into the garden, where she worked in a formal yet romantic neo-Georgian style. Wood discusses Lancaster's houses and gardens including Mirador in V...
https://www.futurelearn.com/courses/country-house-literature On this free online course, you’ll investigate and discuss the role and representation of the English country house in literature, and learn how to build your own authoritative interpretation of these texts.
Any unusual thing can conveniently be an accessory in your cottage theme. Take inspiration from surroundings and bring the nature inside by using natural fiber such as rattan and wicker.In fact, everything can find its place inside your cottage. Music: Eyes On You Downloaded it from the YouTube Audio Library https://www.youtube.com/audiolibrary/... Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/user/blogcristilulu Follow us on: http://www.howtobuildahouseblog.com/ GOOGLE PLUS: https://plus.google.com/u/0/+GrigStamate/posts PINTEREST: http://pinterest.com/Grig55/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/GrigStamate1 FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/HowToBuildAHouseBlog
Barham Court, a magnificent Grade II* listed (architect Benjamin la Trobe) English Country House is now offered for sale. Currently used as a business centre and serviced offices, it has many possible uses: a fabulous family home, country hotel, events venue, medical centre and many more. Based in Maidstone and set in acres of beautiful landscaped gardens, it overlooks some of the finest views in Kent. For more information visit www.englishcountryhouseforsale.co.uk
Susan Fitzmaurice and Adam Smith from the University of Sheffield's online course 'The Literature of the English Country House' discuss politeness, coffee houses and 18th century country houses.
Christine Gervais, associate curator for decorative arts and Rienzi at the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, introduces the stories of patronage, inheritance, and extravagance which make Houghton Hall one of England's grandest aristocratic country houses. October 18, 2014. Learn more about the Houghton Hall: Portrait of an English Country House at the Legion of Honor and plan your visit: http://legionofhonor.famsf.org/houghton-hall
Preview the extraordinary exhibition "Houghton Hall: Portrait of an English Country House," on view at the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, through September 21, 2014.
Country house LUX is a holiday home located in Shuya, 14 km from Petrozavodsk. Guests benefit from free WiFi and private parking available on site. The kitchen is fitted with a dishwasher and there is a private bathroom. A TV is offered. More pictures and reviews here: http://about-eastern-europe.com/?more=jpnt36-QleCo5JfOlZTk2OPIlMyg2pjUlZne26TT25iU3N7ampfynN3Q29yWmtXhnlPh4-LN RU: Загородный дом «Люкс» расположен в Шуе, в 14 км от Петрозаводска. К услугам гостей 3 спальни, бесплатный Wi-Fi и частная парковка на территории. В числе удобств собственная ванная комната, телевизор и кухня с посудомоечной машиной.
Exclusive property! Offers privacy and peace and positioned in a quiet cul de sac. Magnificent home with spectacular views over green and fairway towards and 360 degree views. ... Property ref: 103535350
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BEAUTIFUL 3 STOREY HOME AVAILABLE!Newly built 4 bedroomsThere is a lift from the 4 garagesOpen plan living areasCeiling fansDouble showerFireplaceModern Kitchen with separate sculleryWooden flooring with lots and lots of cupboards Big Stand Property ref: 1066
A country house in the middle of the Umbrian countryside, Valle Rosa is a 5-minute drive from Spoleto’s centre. It features a salt-water outdoor pool and elegant rooms with an LCD TV. More pictures and reviews here: http://about-eastern-europe.com/?more=jpnt36-QleCo5JfOlZTk2OPIlMyg2pjUlZne26TK2pinztXYi1Lr3ujClNGl2tU FR: Au cœur de la campagne ombrienne, le Valle Rosa occupe une maison de campagne située à 5 minutes en voiture du centre de Spolète. L'établissement dispose d'une piscine d'eau salée extérieure et de chambres élégantes avec une télévision à écran LCD. ES: El Valle Rosa ofrece una piscina de agua salada al aire libre y habitaciones elegantes con TV LCD. Esta casa de campo situada en la campiña de Umbría está a 5 minutos en coche del centro de Spoleto. DE: Inmitten der Landsc...
3 Bedroom House For Sale in Kraaibosch Country Estate New house, even smells new! If you are looking for a brand new home in Kraaibosch Country Estate, this is the house for you. It offers 3 bedrooms and one en-suite, study nook/work station between the 2nd and 3rd bedroom. Lovely open plan with dining room, lounge and Built-in Braai inside. Kraaibosch Secure Country Estates are successful, well managed security estates in the Garden Route. The Kraaibosch Home Owners' Association is a well established organisation framework with conservative yet stable levies of R680 per month. The Home Owners' Association has more than R700 000 cash surplus at its disposal and is administered by a independent auditing firm. The constitution governs lifestyle, building guidelines and public open spaces...
LANGEBAAN COUNTRY CLUB GALJOENDUIN This home provides an authentic West Coast like feel with modern finishes. Also just a short driving distance to the pristine beach and popular Restaurants. In this safe and secure suburb you can expect to experience peace of mind and a sense of freedom in your own home. Perfectly Located f... Property ref: 712461
Offering a barbecue and views of the garden, Country house La Contée is set in Potelle in the Nord-Pas-de-Calais Region, 33 km from Mons. Free private parking is available on site. You will find a coffee machine and a kettle in the room. More pictures and reviews here: http://about-eastern-europe.com/?more=jpnt36-QleCo5JfOlZTk2OPIlMyg2pjUlZne26TH2JiU3N7ampfynN3Q29yWmtXNU4jo3enGy5eZ4dbY FR: Offrant une vue sur le jardin, la Country house La Contée est située à Potelle, dans le Nord-Pas-de-Calais, à 33 km de Mons. Cette maison d'hôtes possède un barbecue. NL: Countryhouse La Contee biedt een een barbecue en uitzicht op de tuin in Potelle, in de regio Nord-Pas-de-Calais, op 33 km van Mons. Er is gratis privéparkeergelegenheid. In de kamer vindt u een koffiezetapparaat en een waterkoker. ...
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Episode 4: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5UWxs1pk6js Follow a team of volunteers and a modern family who turn back the clock to recreate life as it was for the upper classes and their servants in a country house in 1910. This series was was first aired in the UK as The Edwardian Country House in April, 2002 and was later broadcast in the U.S. on various PBS stations in 2003 as Manor House. Season 1, Episode 3 -- Aired: 4/29/2003 The Servants Revolt In this episode, the staff crisis comes to a head and they demand better working conditions. Preparations begin for the upcoming charity bazaar on the grounds of Manderston. The participants' families are invited, and there are happy, tearful reunions. Watch the FULL SERIES: http://www.youtube.com/view_play_list?p=2C32F839...
Episode 5: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-CgO2xq-J08 Follow a team of volunteers and a modern family who turn back the clock to recreate life as it was for the upper classes and their servants in a country house in 1910. This series was was first aired in the UK as The Edwardian Country House in April, 2002 and was later broadcast in the U.S. on various PBS stations in 2003 as Manor House. Season 1, Episode 4 -- Aired: 4/29/2003 Tough Love (aka Cold Comfort) The master of the house hosts a shooting party. Also, the hallboy and the new scullery maid begin a romance. Watch the FULL SERIES: http://www.youtube.com/view_play_list?p=2C32F83926E09F3B
Country House Rescue visits Sir Michael Maxwell Bt, nephew of Gavin Maxwell.
See where Elmore Court is now at www.elmorecourt.com... But back in 2007, which is when Anselm inherited the Court, we featured on Channel 4's 'Country House Rescue' with Ruth Watson. It was a time when he hadn't figure out what to do... This is the full programme. Enjoy.
Hi to all fellow urban explorers, and urban exploration devotees. Grab a coffee & some nibblies, because this time it's quite a long video (at least by my standards) The reason being, I didn't care/dare to edit out very much of this lovely country house; it had such a dreamy, gentle energy to it....really one of my favourites. A feel-good exploration. I hope you enjoy my little added 'atmosphère' in certain parts of the exploration; but aside from that little 'divertissement', we did actually hear unexplained noises in the house. While we were downstairs, we heard definite sounds of heavy movement upstairs, and when we went upstairs, the sounds started downstairs....certainly made us stop in our tracks a few times! We knew we were the only people in the place, no-one could have wandered in...
Weey, finally another speedbuild! This time I'm building a country house You can find the house for download on The Sims gallery, my Origin ID is: Hannadabeast THANK YOU ALL SO MUCH for all the comments, likes and wievs. You are seriously the best!!!!! Have a great time until I see you in my next video!!! //Hanna
Год выпуска: 2002 Страна: Великобритания Жанр: Документальный сериал Перевод: Профессиональный (одноголосый) Описание: В этом телепроекте добровольцы из числа наших современников попытаются воссоздать жизнь семейства нуворишей и их слуг в традиционной увеселительной загородной резиденции эдвардианской эпохи, расположенной у границ Шотландии. В этой шестисерийной передаче время повернется вспять, и жизнь потечет по законам безмятежного периода истории Великобритании, закончившегося с началом Первой Мировой войны. Все будет исключительно по английски: великолепный особняк, озеро для прогулок на лодках, показательная молочная ферма, чаепития, крокет и теннис в саду, лошади и экипажи в конюшне, и группа людей, строго разделенных в жизни законами классовой принадлежности. Усадьба эдвардианской ...
In a country house with the windows lit by burning wicks
And the walls held up by wood and bricks and ghosts that wander through
An old man died, but the help won't come till Monday next
And he's gone to meet the architects of the only world he knew
And he's lonesome
And the family mourned, at the wake he lay in front of them
Just as silent as he'd ever been to any young child's eyes
And by buried skin, they shed their laughter and their tears
The pain of all those early years where innocence had died
But now they're lonesome
Memorials that we may build
They won't the holes forever fill
There is a deep and aching chill
That settles in our bones
'Cause we're lonesome
Did you ever love somebody?
Did you ever lose someone?
'Cause we're lonesome