When Maria Merryweather is orphaned, she must move to Moonacre Manor with her ever-faithful governess, Miss Heliotrope, and her Spaniel, Wiggins. Maria isn't at the Manor long before she discovers that her new home has a tragic past, which she becomes determined to correct.
Two orphaned children and their governess travel to the remote Moonacre Manor where their uncle is caught up in an ancient feud.
As a new arrival at Moonacre Manor, Maria discovers that only she can fulfil a ghostly prophecy.
Maria realises that only she can resolve the feud.
Taken hostage, Maria confronts Lady and Simon Blackheart and plans her escape.
The Merryweathers return the Blackheart water supply.
Maria fulfils the prophesy, ghosts are laid to rest, and Lady Blackheart gets her come-uppance.