Away to Visit the Aunt

Other than finishing the edges and foundation of the back of the manor, and a surprise element, the manor is finished. I say that with tongue in cheek, because we know we're never really "finished". My attention now turns to the basement where I'm already thinking of adding a few other rooms. And while the basement construction begins, the Pennethorne's are off to England to visit an old aunt whom Lord Pennethorne is set to inherit. Bon Voyage!

Reginauld and Aoife are discussing the details for readying the Pennethorne's for their extended trip.

Lady Pennethorne is gathering up items from her dressing table to take with her.

Lord Pennethorne is looking over last minute details and ensuring he has the tickets for their boat trip to England.

The family are awaiting their carriage that will take them to the docks.

Rosemary is extremely excited to see her old aunt again, and to play her grand piano forte.

Reginauld and Aoife will be kept busy taking care of the family pets and overseeing the construction of the rooms in the basement.

 Goodbyes are always difficult, but it is only for a few months.

The Pennethorne's are always reluctant to leave the manor as it's such a cozy home, but they know it will be in good order upon their return.

The manor in it's resting place until the basement is finished.

And now a new adventure begins . . . the basement of Pennethorne Manor . . .

The basement from left to right - wine cellar, butler's pantry/servant's dining room,
kitchen, laundry/sewing room.

The Kitchen

Kitchen - right.

Kitchen - Left.

Laundry/Sewing Room

Butler's Pantry/Servant's Dining Hall

Wine Cellar

I'll likely be adding a few more rooms as the servant's will need rooms of their own.  Let the fun begin!