as in mansion
a large impressive residence
entertained everyone at their manor house after the wedding ceremony
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Recent Examples of manor house
Speaking over the phone from her home outside of Los Angeles, the legendary actress is reminiscing about one of the many formidable women that appeared at her family’s western Ireland manor house during her childhood.
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Erik Morse, Vogue, 15 Apr. 2025
The show is structured as a manor house murder mystery and wears its influences on its sleeve.
—Nina Metz, Chicago Tribune, 20 Mar. 2025
It was once owned by The Crown following the dissolution of the monasteries in 1539 by King Henry VIII—later transforming into the five-star manor house hotel that stands today with ornate tapestries, Tudor beamed walls, cozy firelit lounges, medieval chandeliers, and original stone archways.
—Lewis Nunn, Forbes, 9 Mar. 2025
Named Seven Oaks Ranch, the 103-acre estate is anchored by a Tudor Revival manor house that blends into the rolling landscape of Happy Canyon.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 9 Mar. 2025
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Erik Morse, Vogue, 15 Apr. 2025
The show is structured as a manor house murder mystery and wears its influences on its sleeve.
—Nina Metz, Chicago Tribune, 20 Mar. 2025
It was once owned by The Crown following the dissolution of the monasteries in 1539 by King Henry VIII—later transforming into the five-star manor house hotel that stands today with ornate tapestries, Tudor beamed walls, cozy firelit lounges, medieval chandeliers, and original stone archways.
—Lewis Nunn, Forbes, 9 Mar. 2025
Named Seven Oaks Ranch, the 103-acre estate is anchored by a Tudor Revival manor house that blends into the rolling landscape of Happy Canyon.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 9 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for manor house
Noun
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All that remains of this once-sprawling antebellum mansion are 23 Corinthian columns, rising unexpectedly from the forest.—
Symiah Dorsey,
Southern Living,
24 May 2025
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Leave a comment View Comments Now, there’s only one historic mansion left.—
Lilit Marcus,
CNN Money,
24 May 2025
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Set in 1858, the story centers on a governess named Winifred Notty, hiding her psychopathic tendencies while arriving to work at a remote gothic manor.—
Borys Kit,
HollywoodReporter,
15 May 2025
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The Langley is the former manor home of the third Duke of Marlborough and rooms cost more than $600 per night.—
Caroline Reid,
Forbes.com,
28 Apr. 2025
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Inside and out, there’s ample space to unwind, and the villas have direct access to a serene river pool.—
AFAR Media,
AFAR Media,
30 May 2025
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Book a long-term stay in one of their high-end villas, like this two bedroom unit that comes fully stocked with a chef’s kitchen, in-unit laundry, and upscale amenities like the private pool and personal golf cart to maneuver around the jungle landscape surrounding the property.—
Shannon Sharpe,
Architectural Digest,
28 May 2025
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The hacienda-style home is swathed in vines and surrounded by immaculate landscaping with native plants and blooming, vibrant flowers.—
Emma Reynolds,
Forbes,
14 Jan. 2025
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Or, upgrade to expansive suites, haciendas, or villas with sweeping views of the Sea of Cortez, infinity-edge hot tubs, or private plunge pools.—
Emily Hochberg,
Travel + Leisure,
18 Dec. 2024
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The former, with its iconic castles, characters, and warp pipe entrance, and the latter with dozens of dragons, three rides, and one amazing show do not disappoint.—
Kimberly Zapata,
Parents,
3 June 2025
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The castle had been the home to the Granthams since the show’s launch in 2011.—
Patrick Hipes,
Deadline,
2 June 2025
Noun
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Overwhelmed and fed up with Simone’s behavior, Devon heads to the Kell estate hoping to bring her sister home to help.—
Erin Jensen,
USA Today,
24 May 2025
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In the next weeks, Burberry will be taking a handful of international customers on a trip to Highgrove, King Charles’ private home and gardens in Gloucestershire, England, to mark the launch of the brand’s latest collaboration with the estate.—
Samantha Conti,
Footwear News,
24 May 2025
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From cliffside monasteries to Milanese fashion hideouts to Venetian palaces that feel like a movie set, these properties bring a little magic to your trip.—
Lauren Mowery,
Forbes.com,
23 May 2025
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The building is a late Renaissance palace erected around 1575 near the city’s landmark Spanish Steps.—
Luisa Zargani,
Footwear News,
22 May 2025
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But housing costs here are higher than the national average, with an average cost of $369,551.—
Amelia Mularz,
Architectural Digest,
28 May 2025
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Predictive models can also identify vulnerable populations and enhance services like micro-loans, healthcare and housing to reduce barriers to opportunities for marginalized communities.—
Cathy Ross,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2025
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