The Haymaker — Elizabeth Cadell

Neither Stapling Manor nor any of the fine family possessions of this stately home really belonged to Lady Laura, but for more than twenty years she had enjoyed them undisturbed. No one was worried except old Cosmo Brierley, trustee of the estate, who had no control over the eccentric aristocrat. But when the owner of the estate arrives from America, there are certain surprises in store.