Tranquillit
y, Privacy, Luxury.
Fadmoor
Private Ret
reat
.
Welcome to Stoneley Woods Manor – your private retreat.
Set in the 19,000 acre Pennyholme Estate, Stoneley
Woods looks out onto an expanse of unspoilt Yorkshire
landscape. Throughout the whole year the natural
beauty of the moorland, with vast swaths of wild
heather, is bursting with natural wildlife. Dotted with
traditional buildings and stone walls, this area of
North Yorkshire is the ideal place to retreat from the
chaos of modern life.
Set amidst the rugged beauty of North Yorkshire,
Stoneley Woods offers the perfect combination of
wilderness and luxury. Ideal for leisure, sport,
business or those once-in-a-lifetime occasions that
need something special, you can get the quality you
need in the privacy of your own manor house.
Stoneley Woods Manor is a luxurious nine bedroom
country house, combining the comforts of modern life
with the elegance and splendour of a country home.
The House plays host to finest in country living:
luxurious accommodation, plenty of room for a large
party, sumptuous foods, specially selected wines,
all set within beautifully landscaped grounds.
When you stay at Stoneley Woods, you will have
exclusive use of the property. This means total privacy.
It’s a secluded retreat to take in the pleasures of the
North Yorkshire countryside, and a chance to enjoy
yourself with family and friends.
Everywhere peace, everywhere serenity,
and a marvellous freedom from the
tumult of the world.
Aelred, Abbot of Rievaulx Abbey (1152-1167)
The Renovat
ion.
Bringing the house back to life.
Stoneley Woods is an original 1930s manor house,
and has just undergone a multi-million pound, three
year renovation to restore it to its full glory.
The refurbishment of the House included replacing
the entire roof and repairing and reglazing over
80 original Burmese teak windows. The house was
also fully insulated and fitted with a new biomass
heating system, to ensure it is always cosy and warm,
and without the drafts so often associated with
traditional country houses! The House was also
completely re-plastered, re-decorated, re-wired and
fully re-plumbed, including the installation of nine new
bathroom suites. Wi-Fi, flat screen televisions, Sky TV,
Bose sound systems and MP3 adaptors are throughout,
bringing modern conveniences to a traditional setting.
The gardens were original designed by Percy Cane,
a high profile garden designer who also designed
some of country’s finest gardens. They have also been
restored to the original designs, to frame the house
against the backdrop of the majestic wilderness of the
moors. The gardens combine elegant water features
and foliage that changes throughout the year, always
remaining a beautiful retreat.
Forefront in the aims of the restoration has been
maintaining a high standard of quality whilst preserving
the original 1930s feel of the building and grounds.
Stoneley Woods Manor – photograph taken in 1956
As well as making sure the building itself
was renovated to the highest standards, we
wanted to ensure that the furniture and soft
furnishings are of the highest quality. So we
have hand selected everything from the
curtains and sofas, down to the small details.
We have worked with some of the finest
craftsmen and brands, including Colefax
and Fowler, Jean Munro, Gainsborough Silk
Weaving, Zoffany, and Pierre Frey, to give a
result that is true to the House’s design, and
providing you with the luxury of a sumptuous
country house.
Stoneley Woods Manor during the renovation
APlace t
o Relax.
A retreat from the chaos of modern life.
Whether you’d like a quiet gathering, or a large
celebration, Stoneley Woods can meet your needs,
with plenty of inviting spaces for socialising.
There are two dining areas, together seating up to 26
guests. The first is the formal Dining Room, which has
beautiful dark wood furnishings, combining elegance
with comfort. The second is the Garden Room, a glass
fronted space that opens up onto the patio, so that you
can enjoy the house’s gardens and views.
Guests can also relax in several living rooms. The large
lounge is furnished with sumptuous sofas before a
grand main fireplace. Meanwhile, several smaller sitting
rooms are cosy and snug retreats after a long day out.
The furnishings throughout Stoneley Woods have all
been specially chosen for their quality, style and luxury.
Exquisite rugs bring colour and comfort to rooms
throughout the ground floor, whilst window dressings
accentuate the original stunning features of the
building. Nothing has been left to chance, and quality
reigns throughout.
The paintings throughout the house have been
individually chosen, and in some cases specially
commissioned, and are by notable local artists.
These include pictures from Jim Wright,
Andrew Hutchinson and Claire Granger.
Sweet Dreams.
Stoneley Woods Manor – a whole world away
The house has nine bedrooms, each with its own private
bathroom. Each room has been fitted with personally
selected furniture to suit each space, and they all
enjoy spectacular views over the Manor’s grounds
and stunning moor. The rooms have all been finished
to feel light and relaxing, to help you have the best
night’s sleep.
For an extra touch of luxury, the master suite has
a private lounge area and its own personal balcony.
The balcony catches the best of the sunshine, meaning
it’s the ideal place to relax and take in the surroundings.
Or, if you’d prefer a bit more privacy, there is a
separate cottage just across the inner courtyard.
This self-contained suite has its own lounge, kitchen
area, king-sized bedroom and bathroom.
All our guests will enjoy bed linens and
towels from Heirlooms Ltd, the supplier
used by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth and
the Royal Households. Made from the finest
fabrics and crafted in Sussex, the linens have
been specifically commissioned for Stoneley
Woods. The bathrooms are stocked with
a range of REN products. These naturally
formulated, high performance skin and
bathroom products are a favourite with
beauty editors the world over, and are
completely free from synthetic ingredients.
Discovery Days.
Shooting at Stoneley Woods Manor
Stoneley Woods makes the ideal shooting lodge, and
is fully equipped to accommodate the keenest of
country sportsmen.
It is located on the private Pennyholme Estate, which
includes one of the country’s largest and best grouse
moors. The Moor, Bransdale, is a 16,000 acre moor,
actively managed to maintain the ideal habitat for
wild grouse. There is also a high quality partridge and
pheasant shoot on the Estate.
The House is designed to cater for the specific needs
of a shooting party. There is a designated boot room,
complete with gun cabinets, and a drying room to use
after a long day out on the moors.
Because Pennyholme is a private estate, when you go
for a day’s shooting from Stoneley Woods you will have a
uniquely exciting, challenging and exclusive experience.
The Grouse season begins on 12th August, or
the ‘Glorious Twelfth’, and stretches until
December. Because the birds can fly at speeds
of up to 80mph, it takes a high degree of skill to
shoot them. They are one of the most sought
after game birds, and command a high price.
They are also delicious to eat, and one of the best
game meats available in the British Isles. Drive
grouse hunting can be thought of as a pinnacle
of game shooting throughout the world.
To YourTaste.
Castle Howard
Stoneley Woods Manor – and the surrounding area.
Stoneley Woods has been fitted with a top of the range,
commercial-scale kitchen, and is staffed by a top chef,
dedicated to creating the dishes that will make your
trip complete. You will have your specific choices of
food served throughout your stay, selected by yourself
in advance. This includes breakfast, lunches at the
House, and dinners with up to seven courses. You can
also have picnic baskets specially prepared, should you
wish to explore the vast countryside around the House.
Stoneley Woods is in an exclusive location with
plenty for guests to enjoy. This includes the
nearby Kirkbymoorside golf course, the stunning
North Yorkshire Moors Railway, the nearby Dalby
Forest, Helmsley Castle and Gardens, Castle Howard,
and is only one hour from York.
There are also the attractions of the North Yorkshire
moors themselves. The Estate is in the North York
Moors National Park and is abundant in wildlife
indigenous to the area. This includes lapwings, curlews,
oyster catchers, woodpeckers and merlins, the UK’s
smallest bird of prey. There are also several species of
owls and plenty of wild deer roaming the Estate.
Pennyholme Estate comprises of 19,000
acres. On the Estate, there are three farms and
The Royal Oak country hotel and pub. With
over 45 staff, the estate is a key employer in this
rural area.
North Yorkshire Moors Railway
Bath 2
Bed 1
Bath 1
Lounge
Balcony
Bed 6
Bath 4
Bath 3
Bath 6
Bed 7
Bath 7
Bath 8
Dressing
Room
Bed 8
Bed 3
Bed 4
Bath 5
Bed 2
The First Floor
Bed 5
The Cottage
Bath 9
Bed 9
Lounge
How t
o FindUs.
Stoneley Woods is just an hour from Durham Tees Valley Airport, 90 minutes from Leeds Bradford
International Airport and an hour from York Railway Station. Alternatively, you can land a helicopter
in the grounds, or a small private aircraft at the Fadmoor Airfield, just a few hundred yards away.
Directions – Sat Nav Ref: YO62 7HY
Kitchen
Sitting Room
Garden Room
Kitchen
Anteroom
W/C
Drying
Room
Flower
Room
Boot
Room
Lounge
The Ground Floor
Gentlemen’s
Sitting Room
Ladies’
Sitting Room
Dining
Room
W/C
Staff
Bed
Laundry
From the A1 take the A168 and follow signs for Thirsk. Go into Thirsk and follow signs for the A170
towards Helmsley and Kirkbymoorside. Follow the A170 for several miles. You will pass through
Helmsley and arrive at Kirkbymoorside. At the first roundabout turn left and pass through the
town, following this road until you reach the village of Fadmoor. The office is at the Plough Inn.
Get in touch today to discuss your requirements and availability.
Call: 01751 430000
www.stoneleywoods.co.uk
[email protected]
Tranquillit
y, Privacy, Luxury.
Stoneley Woods Manor, Fadmoor, North Yorkshire.
Stoneley Woods Manor is an EXCLUSIVE-USE property offering complete privacy and luxury in a truly spectacular setting just 60 minutes from York and 60 minutes from Durham Tees Valley Airport.
The entire Estate is managed by professional, discreet staff and is available to hire for special events.
For more information on availability and price, please email us on: [email protected]