We Spent $5.8 MILLION Converting A Mansion Into A Hotel... And It's Failing! | Hotel Rescue | Abode

[@biggyziggy5777]

Just looked it up and 2024 and 2025 are fully booked for weddings and now taking booking for 2026 … it sound like they are going well 😊😊

[@bojack40]

Kent’s legacy is that it is his vision that brought this lovely building back to life and gave it a future. RIP

[@onthebay66]

It would be nice for Ruth to do a 6 month follow up after these places are up & running.

[@createa.googleaccount713]

Yes, or even 1 year later

[@ceilconstante640]

The best we can know is searching online.

[@JK-tq4qf]

6 months is a bit soon. Give them a full year and then follow up.

[@samanthaabreu782]

I love these shows, they remind me to never want to have a hotel.

[@astrid7080]

First half in to this show I thought they were both barking mad, however they really did it. And it is magificent! Claire is a stylemeister and Kent was a delight. (RIP)

[@Tiger11383]

I just love Ruth’s honesty and her direct hitting personality.

[@team3383]

She is a woman that has BIIG personal issues. 7:02 - Calling a room colour 'Dark Diarrhea" whereas the owner has already described it as "Rich Havana" to her showcases how despicable she is. Not a very helpful remark of hers there.

[@michellezevenaar]

And she absolutely knows what she's doing!

[@pauljames9393]

Wow what a place ! I could see the drive and passion theyve had and given and what a success. On a very sad note though I read that Kent very sadly passed away due to illness at just 54. Claire seems to be carrying on their dream into reality in a very great way / R.I.P. Kent. & best wishes Claire to your future.X

[@gaylabarre2736]

The poor guy probably worried himself into an illness. But you know I think he loved it and I am sure he is smiling at Claire saying we did it and we did it well…I am Jazzed!

[@North49191]

so he died broke

[@pauljames9393]

@@North49191 The estate was broke but no longer now. Im sure he had a few quid tucked away but running a mansion is an endless pit in todays world.

[@OceanFrontVilla3]

With an asset like that he did not die broke

[@janetdavies9056]

Stress can be a killer and I’m so sorry to hear about Kent.

[@janicedelp2775]

Enjoyed this adventure so much! Sad to read of Kent's death, prayers for comfort, Claire! Happy to read that you are still carrying on and doing well. Ruth is a wonder in so many ways and anyone is wise to take her advice. Many blessings to you now and in the future. Janice from Arkansas USA

[@rosegarden7256]

I always watch anything with Ruth Watson. She is wise, witty and charming.

[@PreservationEnthusiast]

She is a bit of a bloater though. She seems to specialise in wearing black tents.

[@brianscotpatterson2101]

I looked up the current state of Stubton Hall. It is a great success still. From their website, "When my late husband Kent and I first walked up the drive, Stubton looked sad and forlorn." That's quite sad but I'm sure he's happy to have had his part and is now part of the history of Stubton Hall.

[@graceandglory1948]

Of all the people I have watched on these many episodes, this young family was my favorite. Highly educated, extremely capable on many fronts, and very, very nice individuals. I was very sad to read that Kent has passed away. Such a loss. Beautiful outcome on the building and grounds.

[@mindyk4]

Wondering if they are our favorite couple because they are Americans....just a thought...

[@graceandglory1948]

@@mindyk4 I don't remember, but that's not how I base my opinions. That wouldn't even occur to me. I would have to watch it again to tell you why I said that.

[@Cindy-by3ho]

They are educated in art history and music but don’ have any education or experience to be hoteliers. They made many mistakes. The walkway for the brides should have been indoors. The main kitchen should have been finished. The exterior of the new additions should look like the original building’s exterior. Taxidermy is distasteful and should not belong in this type of venue. Their fees are too low. Too much money was spent on decorating the rooms but they left the chapel and dining room bare. These two rooms are the most important rooms in the building.

[@danamccarthy5890]

They have no sense of humor or humility. Just a couple of prickly blobs.

[@KathleenMcNe]

It's baffling that they would undertake such an extensive renovation and addition without engaging the services of an architect and interior designer -- ones with significant expertise and experience in the hospitality industry. The couple has an over-abundance of self-confidence.

[@akashmukhopadhyay9335]

Ruth got emotional at the end... It was a touching moment.

[@rmkpilates]

What a lovely family. Made me smile when he jumped into the pond. Sorry to hear about Kent passing. I hope Claire will bring their dream to fruition. Sending my best wishes for her and her daughter.

[@tiny_biscuit]

oh how sad . they were such a happy complimentary couple

[@osonomeo]

This is a fantastic couple, they were wise enought to listen to Ruth's guidance coupled with their own vision, they've succeeded in a very beautiful venue. Best of luck to them!

[@bojack40]

Well they spent.wasted 6m before they were forced to seek help. What egos!

[@_.asleepkaterina._]

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[@bjbrown6884]

Ruth is very good because she knows the business. When Ruth comes on the scene you know that everything will be sorted out.

[@staceykersting705]

Too many times, the clients are too stubborn to follow advice. Such a waste of her talents!

[@UPalooza]

She loves to come in and insult someone in the first 5 minutes. It's a dominance/psychopathy thing. It creates all ensuing problems. It makes people disregard her advice, in many episodes.

[@pollutingpenguin2146]

Kent has apparently died since the show was filmed and Stubton is still owned and run by Claire and it actually looks amazing.

[@ZulaVendetta.]

I checked out the website to see if it was still up and running and also noticed that Kent has passed away

[@sandraford4235]

That’s sad

[@fashionistalagerfeld1954]

Sad that Kent has passed away.

[@wakranich3488]

How did Kent die?

[@robinbirdj743]

Oh no! Condolences to all affected, and especially to Claire.

[@faafafineartist]

How less stressful, less expensive, and less painful, it could've been if they got a professional architect from the beginning. His EGO took over.

[@Flash3-22]

Unfathomable - a commercial production being designed by a musician. He had no concept of the inner workings of a hotel. NO kitchen appliances, but expensive paintings galore.

[@rmkpilates]

Be nice...

[@elizabethperry9092]

​@@rmkpilates😂 They are not being unkind. They are being realistic. And yes, the man's ego got in the way.

[@larragunn2809]

He was excited about the possibilities he had in his head, he seems like the least egotistical owner out of the majority of her clients.. and he did eventually listen

[@PatienceWhitfield]

No one said he’s egotistical his ego is too just blame for this lol

[@farmkay]

Sadly in 2014 Kent passed away. His wife and business partner Clair is still running their successful dream business.

[@Marycedarcreek]

God bless Claire. It's so nice to hear that it is successful. Being busy is probably what was called for considering all she has been through. Being busy helps at these times. Well I am certainly and continually rooting for Claire's continued success. 😊

[@vanessariley3710]

Nooooo omg how horrendous so so sorry and now she has the hotel she didn’t want - 😞

[@mercedesbeard6974]

What happened to Kent??

[@ppauline1515]

@@Marycedarcreek -Lovely words, I wish Claire all the best. She came across as a highly intelligent person, very personable and capable. She took on board Ruth’s advice and deserves success. RIP Kent.

[@777jones]

How terribly sad. He was an elegant guy who was doing this large project as he damn well pleased. And it looks like he had good ideas.

[@chichiblanchett6367]

Claire if you see this, i am so sorry to hear of Kent's passing. ❤

[@sararichardson737]

I second that. Condolences

[@LisaNH934]

That is very sad. My condolences to the family 🙏

[@JamesBond-qv2ht]

I can’t believe this guy didn’t think to hire a commercial architect. Lots of money (at least at the start) and no brains.

[@MagnoliaEmporium]

From the looks of it, they managed to turn the property in a lovely destination stay and event space... I am reviewing their website as we speak... very well done... fantastic menu as well... I dont see anything about a spa though... Early reviews were a little rocky and rough but they seemed to fix the issues and have done well....

[@MsSherryjh]

There is rarely a year in the description and it is nice to know they survived COVID which devastated the bridal market. It would be interesting to know how. Also I hope their dream for the spa comes true. I think that would be a good addition and I think they've got an idea of how to downsize their ideas.

[@pmc8119]

It's called Stubton Hall. I looked up their website and I must say, it's spectacular and a credit to Kent and Claire. I did note, in their "About" section, that Kent died - Claire mentions her late husband. That's very sad.

[@brokenglass849]

Wonderful. What a stellar program this is...there would be no adequate replacement for Ruth.

[@pollypocket2282]

Did the honesty pay all that for wallpaper and yet not match the edges up?

[@charliedesi]

The audacity of people that think they know everything. We have no experience in hospitality or business or running a hotel or spa, no architectural experience or training but we think we can do this better than anyone that has experience, training or education in these professions. At least they're failing so maybe they'll finally learn some humility. UGH.

[@zzzzipy12]

Very sad to hear Kent passed away, he had so many grand dreams. I would love to spend a night or too at this beautiful estate!

[@shahfahad2845]

When?

[@zzzzipy12]

@@shahfahad2845 Kent passed in 2014.

[@aliceputt3133]

I would have started with the original house and then the event hall. Then it would be bringing in money while they learn how to run the place. Fabric tent ceiling with get moldy fast with the steam from the bath.

[@mapleleaf0]

OK, it's Stubton Hall (not Stunton Hall), if anyone is looking them up on the internet to see how it turned out. The "about" page on their website sums up their story. Sadly, as someone else noted in the comments, Kent passed away. Clarie still owns the hotel, and from the looks of it, it is primarily an event venue. I'm looking in Sept. 2022 and they are taking bookings for 2023 and 2024. The photos on the website are stunning.

[@sherrywallis7718]

I'm surprised Ruth didn't comment on all the problems with the wallpaper in the bridal suite where the patterns don't meet up.

[@KSMP]

And the bed covered most of it! What a waste!

[@anneburke3756]

And green! Makes most people look I’ll.

[@sandramelvin7123]

To carry 3.5 million is almost 20k per month. They will work to they drop on summer weddings. Should have come up with a financial projection before breaking ground. Started small and expanded along the way.

[@sararichardson737]

I agree! Scary undertaking!

[@moritzblucher5023]

I did share the dream of running a small, but very exclusive boutique hotel, but Ruth opened my eyes ...

[@natashalion8028]

Bless them, what a lovely couple.

[@pennee8852]

I really admire their ambition. I sometimes would like to undertake a project like this if I could. They are such nice, intelligent, and classy people. I hope they will be very successful. Perhaps they could use part of the property as a homestay, Airbnb business to reduce some of the debt. Good Luck..I wish you both the very best. Keep us informed.

[@ted2314]

Kent’s optimism has a contagious feel to it. Good guy.

[@susanmcconnell6041]

A champagne taste, and beer pocketbook, but they finally came around and got serious. Sorry Kent passed, but happy Claire makes a go of it. It turned out so lovely!!! 🥰

[@sandyca1106]

The GREEN bedroom will cause the BRIDE to see her image in the mirror as PALE GREEN. A rosy or tan color to accent skin color is better.

[@nancysmith6053]

Not to mention that a great deal of the detail in the hand painted wallpaper will be covered by the oversized bed!

[@annaroy1694]

They know what they're doing!

[@noreengardner1075]

It’s one of the most beautiful and incredible rooms ever- with all that natural light the bride will look stunning- green is a natural color- sheesh people leaving negative reviews while they sit in a pleather recliner make me laugh!

[@1959Berre]

It came as a surprise to me that Brian Ferry is in the hotel business.

[@michellezevenaar]

Hotels are soooo much work! My father in law grew up in one and didn't recommend opening or owning one. I'd go for self catering accommodation of 1 week at a time. Then you just clean between guests and 1 day a week have all the cleaning and check ins and outs! No restaurant needed!

[@JoannMitchell-je3yo]

I definitely like this show a lot! But my favorite show like this is Alex Polizzi's shows! I just love her ❤

[@sindysimms4001]

I liked these people and they really do have good taste.

[@missbee9140]

Such wonderful vision and execution is a rare and amazing achievement. Add to that the owners had zero experience as hoteliers or architects and the result is truly a testament to the couples grit and great talents.

[@noreengardner1075]

So true- it is one of the most beautiful venues I’ve ever seen- the taste level is extraordinary! What a legacy Kent left behind- the atmosphere is incredible, the photographs on instagram are breathtaking.

[@nata3467]

Spa and extra rooms should have been phase two...they needed to restore core,do one function room.get income,then move on. Bringing in professionals can save money...and set up for success. This couple knew how to waste money and throw money away and it sort of insulting to then hear them complain about how expensive things are that clock tower ridiculous ...that pond ridiculous... most of their decor choices over the top. They seem nice enough

[@noreengardner1075]

Wow so harsh.. seems though the your critique is dead wrong- named top 100 in wedding venues and it’s doing fantastic- sometimes the “show” edits the story some- they are enormously talented and hit bumps but who doesn’t.

[@nativetexan6628]

"Jazz" is a word that does not connect to weddings at all. Besides as much as some people like jazz even more people hate even hearing the word!

[@MM-vb9ze]

Jazz=Confusion

[@johnvonundzu2170]

Something about spending my very last penny on a lavish gamble like Stubton Hall would keep me up nights too. Absolutely, a professional or two on hand would have avoided all sorts of mistakes. The green, Chinese wallpaper was hung wrong, the decorated, scenic part should have been at chair rail height, not at ankle height, where it's hidden by the furniture and too low to focus on. The building(s) from the outside now resembles a somewhat incoherent street in an old town more than a house. Also, very sad to hear that Kent has died, but glad that he saw it finished

[@markmullan8090]

So sorry to find out Kent passed away

[@carterfamilychannel]

Hope to see more Ruth on this channel! :)

[@NIACIN7282]

I love ruth and alex ❤❤the best hoteliers ever ❤️

[@Rosepetalscreations]

Honestly, some of these people with money have absolutely no business sense. It’s like jazz , good gravy 🤦‍♀️

[@katherineschannel2558]

RIP Kent - a lovely family.

[@resnonverba137]

Stuffed animals aren't my idea of decoration, let alone luxury.

[@TK79123]

Wow. Saw the website for this property and it is absolutely gorgeous a triumph!

[@KathleenMcNe]

I enjoy watching these episodes, but the loud music drowns out the dialogue.

[@tacmason]

Actually , I like the "Exposed " walk-way-because, that is LIFE !

[@annaroy1694]

Then you ruin an expensive wedding dress on it.

[@stefaniaponitz5738]

I felt sorry for the lady when she burst into tears at the end. I see in the other comments here that the place is doing very well nowadays so that's nice to hear.

[@carolinekamya2339]

" I think you are insane but ..whats new Kent?!!! the best rhetorical question I ever heard LOL 😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@ellee2937]

I searched utube it shows up as Stubton Hall in Lincolnshire not Stunton Hall as indicated here typo error that should be corrected! 😄🤔

[@AmicaCream]

This show is brilliant. Really proves that hotel schools are indispensable ...

[@LW-vj4ud]

I'm going to steal that jazz analogy, that was brilliant 😂

[@Weener927]

Just wow! What a genuine dreamplace!

[@monicahamm3353]

OH, no! the BACKGROUND MUSIC is way too loud..... it's supposed to be in the background not the foreground!!!!!

[@Morerhapsody]

Congratulations ! Home is gorgeous and well worth it 👌

[@boessheila50]

Yes. These r very old mansion castle houses and NO DOUBT THEY NEED ALOT OF REPAIR

[@lesliechristopher9400]

It doesn’t cost thousands of pounds a day to improvise jazz…

[@stevefranks1711]

When did this originally air? How many years ago?

[@raisabrandt1306]

If only you had access to Google. It was in 2009, there's a wiki page on the series :)

[@wendygillard2133]

Watching this for the second time so much stress, time, mistakes & money could have been avoided if they had used an architect & other experienced professionals.

[@_luckicharms]

Still open and absolutely beautiful!

[@anneduff9294]

Wow.. what a beautiful place they have built. I hope they raised their prices.

[@lanettegoodman2327]

If this is a bad creative day...I am really impressed!

[@lifecoachcher-ie6554]

Big dreams can be stressful , but it’s lovely ... hope all goes well ❤️

[@andrewsartduchy7721]

Pardon the pun but she's dead wrong about the taxidermy. Weddings aren't just for a bride you want to create an interesting environment for the guests who wander around the building before and in between the ceremony and reception, the animals make for an interesting conversation piece and harken back to the Era in which these country houses are from. It lends the historical authenticity one looks for in choosing this type of country house venue.

[@erinsview8919]

I would agree with her regarding the taxidermy. It is not simply a question of taste. Taste is about liking or not. When it comes to taxidermy, it goes much deeper than that. I find the idea really repulsive and I am not even vegan or vegetarian, I was born on a farm yet I hate the idea of eating a meal under the stuffed cadaver of an animal with dead glass eyes. They just remind me of death. I would understand having them in a library for example so that people who manage to see them as something else can enjoy looking at them but I don't think they should be in a place where people who want to enjoy themselves can not avoid them .

[@sonaterese799]

Thank you

[@nualakirk9857]

AMAZING as always!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@ellee2937]

I hope they started charging £5000 & not £3000 cos they do meed the $ after they got into top 100 places to be married in Brides magazine 👍🏻👏🏻😄

[@nativetexan6628]

Oh, that's great news! The place looks lovely, except for the dead animals. It's not Texas or Montana for goodness sake. Most people are unaccustomed to seeing dead animals after all, and most women are particularly revolted by them.

[@davidawilliams252]

@@nativetexan6628 most country houses in England do have taxidermy artifacts and it gives a very establishment air that the grand old-world WASP apartments in London, Ireland, Wales, Scotland, NYC abound in. Every classy and old money.

[@newgabe09]

well however it started and whatever's happened in between, the current reviews are fantastic.

[@Luna.3.3.3]

For anyone trying to google this, it's StuBton - not StuNton as it says in the description

[@heyLORDitsme]

I’ve watched a lot of these episodes and I honestly think they don’t offer the best kind of help. Why not offer them an architect to help them? Visiting the finished hotels was nice but they needed resources.

[@vicj9256]

Creativity in art and music is very different from creativity in architecture.

[@bodyloverz30]

This is a prime example, why buying a hotel franchise, would be beneficial. Best Western as an example, has many historical properties, like this one, throughout Europe. They would help with the design, renovation, brand standards, and even educate the owners, on how to run the property. This is a very complex business, which the owners have no formal training; yet feel it is a simple thing to run: how is this possible?

[@bodyloverz30]

Why don't they hire an experienced General Manager and have them do the hiring?

[@sheelaghhalstead4549]

I cannot take in the naivity and arrogance of people like this. It shows exactly why creativity alone is not sufficient for a large project. Why did a music producer think he could be an architect? Even to build a house you need professionals alongside you who can anticipate the problems and give guidance before you spend huge amounts of money.

[@kli9005]

Except that this couple is not arrogant.

[@rmkpilates]

When were they arrogant?

[@gman1003]

The Taxidermy is pure British country house. Get over it lady.

[@Schlumbucketreturns]

Super nasty.

[@pollutingpenguin2146]

Why is it so dark?

[@tamtam777]

exactly and it's not warm or inviting...

[@bjbrown6884]

Construction?

[@johnmightymole2284]

I could easily deign and project build a hotel. I love jazz and dead animals.

[@1_aiartist_1001effects]

KENT IS A BLABLABLAER 😂😂😂

[@mindyk4]

WHY is the name of the places in these videos ALWAYS misspelled???

[@MizzAugust7]

One of the loftiest ideals Ive ever seen, but sadly not the experience amazingly enough, as are most new Hotelier's.

[@larrypicard8802]

I love this couple.

[@noreengardner1075]

It’s beautiful!

[@HermanLabuschagne]

The squealing about taxidermy in grand homes of eccentric people is becoming tedious. But you have to listen to what the customers tell you. If it doesn't service the business' needs well, remove and continue on. It's not a big thing to fix. Well done to the exhausted couple. It turned out very well indeed. Much better than expected. You have to admire their tenacity.

[@krisbaker9427]

These people excel at spending money

[@NSResponder]

4:54 I've seen that personality before. I would never invest a penny in anything he wants to do.

[@sandramelvin7123]

That drip, drip torture about money is called a viable business model.

[@Josie2013]

That awful clock. What a waste of money. They should have spent it on a architect.

[@mitchg7809]

At £3k/wedding it’s going to take a long time to make back that £6 million.

[@RevantuZ]

the prices now are well over that and go up to 5,000+ pounds, and this does not include an additional fee of 100+ pounds per guest for catering etc. Plus, that doesn't include the cost of bedrooms, should the party stay overnight; the minimum cost of a bedroom is over 150 pounds per night and they require that you book at least 15 of the 20+ rooms if you are overnighting. Weddings can also be held almost every day so theoretically, I think as long as they remain a popular venue, they'll continue to do alright.

[@jamessmithson-br7rm]

I hope they've learnt that hand painted wallpaper doesn’t add value to guests. Lovely in your own home, but a hotel is not your home.

[@kelleenrossman7781]

I read the reviews and it appears all the renovations are done, and everybody loves the venue however, the quality of people as staff that interact with the party of many weddings is utterly awful. You really can’t run a business with rude staff especially a big day like a wedding. yes there were people that were completely happy but just as Many that were very disappointed that they had rude staff and other things lacking for that day. BTW these were 2023 reviews.

[@jewels3895]

How do you pay back 3.5 mill

[@rachs57]

I watch these extraordinary homes and expenditure's and realize how poor I am.

[@ellee2937]

Just heartbreaking how dreams can be broken when reality hits. I wish this lovely couple will succeed & be able to get back the $ on their investment in their bold venture 👏🏻👍🏻

[@itorapadas]

The hotel, wedding venue is going strong. Husband has passed away but Claire has held on and this hotel receives top scores on online reviews.

[@sararichardson737]

Insane undertaking. What a load. so much stress. For what and why? American don’t understand that great things come in small packages. Everything has to be bigger! Chronic consumption syndrome. A handsome yet rather austere building.

[@Rosepetalscreations]

Americans? LOL have you watched this series it’s been all to do with British people doing the exact same thing 🙄

[@rmkpilates]

I knew someone would pick on them because they are Americans...shame on you