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Belmont House

An elegant 18th-century house built by Samuel Wyatt in neoclassical style for Colonel John Montresor. The house later passed to General George Harris (later created Lord Harris). The 5th Lord Harris amassed a huge collection of historical clocks, which can be seen by visitors. Belmont Park, Throwley, Faversham, Kent, England, ME13 0HH

Chartwell

Chartwell was the family home of Winston Churchill; set in wonderful gardens with views across a private lake. An unremarkable exterior hides a comfortable family home, full of Churchill memorabilia, from cigars to paintings to war correspondence. Mapleton Road, Westerham, Kent, England, TN16 1PS

Chiddingstone Castle

A country house in the style of a mock castle, Chiddingstone Castle houses the eccentric collections of Denys Bower. Far Eastern and Egyptian artefacts share space with the handkerchief born by Charles I at his execution, among other oddities. Hill Hoath Road, Chiddingstone, Edenbridge, Kent, England, TN8 7AD

Chilham Castle

There has been a castle of some description at Chilham since the late 7th century, when Wihtred, King of Kent, signed a treaty here. Of that early fortresses little is known. There was a stone-built castle here at the time of the Norman invasion, and a much larger castle centred on a stone keep was built in 1171 by Fulbert de Dover, who used Henry II's royal mason as his architect. The keep is remarkably complete, missing only its parapets. Chilham, Kent, England, CT4 8DB

Cobham Hall

Cobham Hall is a historic country house with roots as far back as the 12th century. Even earlier than that there was a substantial Roman villa here, but it was in 1208 that the history of Cobham Hall as we know it really began. In that year Henry de Cobham, later the 1st Lord Cobham, is known to have inhabited an early manor house on the site. Cobham, Kent, England, DA12 3BL

Danson House

Danson House was built in 1766 by Sir Robert Taylor for Sir John Boyd, a wealthy merchant, with interiors designed by William Chambers. It is one of the best examples of Palladian architecture in the country. Danson Park, Bexleyheath, Kent, England, DA6 8HL

Godinton House and Gardens

Godinton is a lovely brick manor with roots going back to the 14th century. Godinton was for centuries the home of the Toke family, and much of the present house owes its form to work undertaken by Captain Nicholas Toke beginning in 1620. Godinton Lane, Ashford, Kent, England, TN23 3BP

Hall Place and Gardens

Hall Place is a lovely manor house built in 1537 for a former Lord Mayor of London, Sir John Champneys. The interior boasts a very fine Tudor great hall with original panelling, overlooked by a minstrel's gallery. Look for the Queen's Beasts topiary garden, with hedges clipped to resemble heraldic symbols. Bourne Road, Bexley, Kent, England, DA5 1PQ

Ightham Mote

Ightham Mote is one of the best preserved, and certainly one of the most beautiful, moated manor houses in England. The house dates back to the 14th century. The name presents a challenge to linguists; Ightham may refer to an early settler of the region, named Ehta or Ohta. Mote may refer to the moat which surrounds the manor, or it may equally well be a derivative of 'moot', a gathering place. Mote Road, Ivy Hatch, Sevenoaks, Kent, England, TN15 0NT

Knole House

In 1456 Thomas Bourchier, Archbishop of Canterbury, purchased the 12th-century estate of Knole from Lord Saye and Sele (see Broughton Castle ). Under Bourchier's influence, an older medieval manor was transformed into a house that probably resembles an Oxford college more than it does a typical stately home. Sevenoaks, Kent, England, TN15 0RP

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In the South East corner of England lies the county of Kent. Kent is one of the home counties, bordering Greater London in the North and on the East in borders the English Channel with France beyond.

Kent has a long history, it is home to Canterbury Cathedral (the oldest cathedral in England) and Rochester Cathedral (the second oldest cathedral). But this interesting history can also be seen in the Kent castles. From castles dating to the Norman times to a Tudor royal residence and a castle that helped bring the English troops back from the beaches in Normandy during D-Day.

In this post, you will find the best castles in Kent. From Norman castles to the family home of Anne Boleyn (Henry VIII’s second wife) and beautiful historic houses owned by influential people. This list contains plenty of castles, stately homes, and country houses that are a perfect place to visit for the whole family. Surround yourself with English history and visit magnificent gardens on the English south coast.

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Dover Castle

Set upon the famous White Cliffs above the English Channel stands Dover Castle. The castle was founded in 1066 and it has been the location of significant moments in English history.

The Norman castle is the longest-serving fortress and one of the largest castles in England. However, of that Norman structure are no remains as King Henry II rebuilt the castle.

Dover Castle also played an important role in the Battle of Dunkirk. It is from this castle that they tried to evacuate hundreds of thousands of Allied troops. The story of Dunkirk can be found in the Secret Wartime Tunnels.

But you can also explore the medieval recreated rooms in the Great Tower or visit the castle grounds with mighty battlements, a Roman lighthouse, and medieval tunnels.

Where : Dover

Built : 1066

Style : Norman/Medieval

Visitor information: the castle is open throughout the year. Visit the website for the current opening times.

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Leeds Castle

The origins of Leeds Castle date back to 857 when it was owned by a Saxon chief. Since 1278 the castle was owned by the Royal Family. It was King Edward I who bought the castle for his Queen, Eleanor of Castile and presumably created the lake that surrounds the castle.  

King henry VIII transformed the castle for his wife Catherine of Aragon. In the castle, you can still see a painting of his meeting with Francis I of France.

Leeds Castle’s current Tudor appearance dates back to the 19th century when the Wykeham Martins family remodeled the castle. The last private owner was Lady Baillie who redecorated the castle’s interiors. When you visit the castle you will step back in time to the 1930s.  

The castle has a lot to offer, from 1930s interiors to stunning gardens and parkland. The estate includes children’s playgrounds, a maze and underground grotto, and an adventure golf course.

Where: Leeds

Built: 857 (19th century Tudor remodel)

Style: Tudor

Visitor information: the castle is open daily. Visit the website for more information.

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Walmer Castle

Walmer Castle is a former Royal Castle and Tudor fortress in Kent. The castle was built by King Henry VIII to defend the southern shores of England against an invasion from France and the Holy Roman Empire.

Later, the castle became the home for the Lords Warden of the Cinque Ports (like the Duke of Wellington, Winston Churchill, and the Queen Mother).

Surrounding the castle are beautiful gardens with a kitchen garden, the Queen Mother’s Garden, wildflower meadows, and woodlands.

Where: Deal

Built: 1539

Visitor information: the castle is open throughout the year. Visit the website for more information

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Rochester Castle

Rochester Castle is placed in a strategic location astride the London Road, on the banks of the river Medway, guarding the River Medway Crossing. The stone tower or keep is one of the best preserved Norman towers in England.

The Kentish ragstone Norman tower-keep was built by the Archbishop of Canterbury and in 1215 it endured a siege by King John.

The castle was rebuilt by Henry III and Edward I and it was kept as a fortress until the 16th century.

Where: Rochester

Built: 1087

Style: Norman

Visitor information: the castle is open throughout the year (closed on Mondays). Visit the website for current opening hours.

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Deal Castle

Deal Castle is a Tudor artillery castle in the seaside town of Deal. The artillery fort was built by King Henry VIII as part of the King’s Device program. Together with Sandown Castle and Walmer Castle did it need to protect the country from invasion by France and the Holy Roman Empire.

The castle has unique architecture with a keep with six inner and outer bastions. In total, the castle had 66 firing positions for artillery.

In the 18th and 19th centuries, the castle was no longer used as a defensive castle and therefore it was transformed into a private house for the castle’s captain.

Visitor information: the castle is open to visitors. Visit the website for current opening hours.

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Tonbridge Castle

Tonbridge Castle is a 13th century motte and bailey castle. The Medieval castle was built by the de Clare family. Located close to the market town of Tonbridge you can step into 950 years of history by visiting the gatehouse, the Great Hall, and the winding stairs. From the motte you have a gorgeous view of the town. 

From Tonbridge Castle, you can take a 6-mile cycle ride (the Tudor Trail) to Penshurst Place.

Where: Tonbridge

Built: 13th century

Style : Medieval

Visitor information: the castle and grounds are open daily. Visit the website for more information.

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Penshurst Place

Penshurst Place is one of the finest examples of 14th century architecture in England. The manor house was once owned by King Henry VIII but in 1552 the house was granted to the Sidney family by King Edward VI. It is the birthplace of Elizabethan poet, courtier, and soldier Sir Philip Sidney.

With a visit to Penshurst Place you delve into Tudor history, but surrounding the house are also beautiful gardens, and adventure playground, a woodland trail, and a maze. 

Built: 1341

Visitor information: the house and gardens are open daily from April to October. Visit the website for current opening hours.

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Scotney Castle

Set in Romantic Picturesque garden you will find a Victorian country mansion and the ruins of a 14th century moated castle. The gardens of Scotney Castle are a Site of Special Scientific Interest. The wooded gardens has a fine collection of rhododendrons, azaleas, kalmia, summer wisteria, and roses. The central feature of the gardens are Scotney Old Castle, the ruins of an Elizabethan castle.

In 1835 the new Scotney Castle was built, after a design by Anthony Salvin. The castle is an early example of Tudor Revival style in England.

Where : Lamberhurst

Built : 1835

Style : Tudor Revival

Visitor information: the estate is open throughout the year. Visit the website for more information.

Canterbury Castle

Canterbury Castle is one of three Royal castles in Kent (the others being Rochester Castle and Dover Castle). All three castles were built shortly after the Battle of Hastings. The original castle was a wooden motte and bailey castle built-in 1066. The motte of this castle is visible as the mount in the Dane John Gardens. The stone keep was built during the reign of Henry I and is now in a ruinous state and  closed to visitors .

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Lullingstone Castle

Lullingstone Castle is a historic manor house that has been owned by the Hart Dyke family for twenty generations. The history of the manor dates back to the time of the Domesday Book though the current manor house dates back to 1497.

Despite its name, the house is not a castle (nor does it look like one), but it was visited by King Henry VIII and Queen Anne. And that’s not the only Royal connection. Zoe Dyke creates Lullingstone Silk Farm that was visited by Queen Mary. The farm created silk for the coronation robe of King George Vi and the wedding dresses of Queen Elizabeth and Princess Diana.

Surrounding the house is the World Gardens of Plants which is created by the castle’s current owner. The park also houses some of the oldest oak trees in Britain.

Where: Eynsford

Built: 1497

Visitor information: the gardens are open April to October. The house is only open on event days and Bank Holidays. Visit the website for more information.

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Knole is a former Archbishop’s Palace and country house in Kent. The 15th century country house is one of the largest houses in England. Knole is a beautiful example of Early Jacobean architecture, the house transformed from an archiepiscopal palace to a hunting palace of Henry VIII (and his daughter Mary also lived here) and eventually it became an aristocratic treasure house for the Sackville family. The home now shows a world-class collection of art, furnture, and tapestries.

Where: Sevenoaks

Built: 15th century (with later additions)

Style: Jacobean

Visitor information: Th house i open to the public. Visit the website for more information.

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Chartwell is a country house in Kent that was the home of Sir Winston Churchill for more than forty years. The origins of the house date back to the 14th century but it was rebuilt and extended by architect Philip Tilden for Winston Churchill. In 1946 the Churchill’s needed to sell Chartwell but it was acquiered by the National Trust and they retained a life tenancy.

Surrounding the house is a 20th century flower garden that is wonderful to visit every season. From the garden, you also have a lovely view over the weald of Kent. 

Where: Westerham

Built: 1923

Style: Vernacular

Visitor information: the house and garden are open to the public. Visit the website for current opening hours.

Chiddingstone Castle

Chiddingstone Castle is a historic house that was owned by the Streatfeild family from the 16th century until the beginning of the 20th century. In the early 19th century the house was rebuilt in Gothic style.

The castle was bought by Denys Eyre Bower, a former bank clerk, and antique dealer, in 1955. He bought the castle to show his collection to the public. However, Bower was convicted of attempted murder of his mistress. When he was released from prison in 1962 he again opened the castle to the public.

Today the castle shows Bower’s collection of Ancient Egyptian, Japanese, Buddhist, and Jabobite and Stuart items. You can also see the Great Hall, Victorian Kitchen, Library, Servant’s Hall, and Streatfeild Room.

Where: Chiddingstone

Built: 16 th century and rebuilt in the 19th century

Style: Gothic

Visitor information: the castle is open Sunday to Wednesday. Visit the website for more information.

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Groombridge Place

Groombridge Place is a 17 th century moated country house designed bySir Christopher Wren. The first owner of Groombridge place Philip Packer designed the gardens together with horticulturalist John Evelyn. The 17th century grid layout of the garden can still be seen today.

The country house is most famous for being the film location of Longbourn in Keira Knightley’s Pride and Prejudice movie adaptation .

Where: Groombridge

Built: 1662

Visitor information: the house is not open to the public but the gardens are open. Visit the website for more information.

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Hever Castle

Hever Castle is the childhood home of Anne Boleyn, the second wife of King Henry VIII. The oldest part of the castle dates back to 1270 and in 1462 it was converted into a Tudor manor house by Geoffrey Boleyn. After the death of Anne’s father the castle was given to Anne of Cleves (Henry VIII’s fourth wife).

In 1903, the castle was bought by American millionaire William Waldorf Astor. He restored the manor and added a Tudor village (the Astor Wing) and an Italian Garden.  

Where : Hever

Built : 13 th century

Style : Tudor

Visitor information: the castle and gardens are open daily. Visit the website for current opening hours.

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Sissinghurst Castle

Sissinghurst Castle is a Tudor castle that is best known for its famous gardens. The gardens are created by poet and writer Vita Sackville-West an her husband Harold Nicolson.The garden is divided into ten smaller garden rooms, each with their own style.

Where: Sissinghurst

Visitor information: the gardens are open to the public. Visit the National Trust website for more information.

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Upnor Castle

Upnor Castle is an Elizabethan artillery fort located on the banks of the River Medway. The castle was built to protect the English warships that were moored at Clatham dockyards. Despite these intentions, in 1667 the English fleet was destroyed when the Dutch Republic launched an attack.

Where: Upnor

Built: 1559

Visitor information: the castle and gatehouse are open to the public, Visit the website for more information.

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Sutton Valence Castle

Sutton Valence Castle is a ruined Norman fortification that was located on a strategic spot overlooking a road to the English south coast. The castle was built in the 12th century and it was given to William de Valence in 1265 by his half brother King Henry III.

The ruined castle is now owned by English Heritage who have opened the ruins to the public. From here, you have a wonderful view over East Sussex and the Weald of Kent.

Where: Sutton Valence

Built: 12th century

Visitor information: Free to visit during daylight hours

Eynsford Castle

The ruined castle was built on the location of an Anglo Saxon manor in the 11th century. The castle is a rare example of a Norman “enclosure castle”. The castle had an inner and ouer bailey, protected by a stone curtain wall. Parts of this curtain wall survived, together with the remains of the Hall building.

Built: 11th century

Visitor information: the castle is managed by English Heritage. Visit the website for more information.

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Eastwell Manor

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From glorious gardens and romantic castles, to the homes of statesmen and rolling countryside, National Trust places in Kent make for truly inspiring family days out. Here are just a few of our favourites. 

The homes of distinguished figures await, with Sir Winston Churchill’s much-loved Chartwell resting just south of the peaceful village of Westerham. Wander the rooms of his family home and admire his paintings. There is an expanse of trails to follow around the surrounding woodland and estate, and a children’s play area. Those after a longer walk can follow a trail into the heart of Westerham, to visit Quebec House . Time travel back to the 1730s when General James Wolfe and his family lived there.

A visit to Knole in Sevenoaks puts you right in the centre of the medieval deer park where Henry VIII once hunted. Whether you have an hour to spare or a full day ahead, there’s lots to see and do. Wander the courtyards, climb the Gatehouse Tower or escape into the wilds on a parkland trail. The 600-year-old house boasts an elaborate collection of royal furniture, textiles and paintings. 

A visit to the perfectly preserved medieval moated manor house of Ightham Mote offers a glimpse through the ages. 700 years old and surrounded by peaceful gardens, lakes and streams, a call here offers a tranquil day out accompanied by stunning views. 

Past Tunbridge Wells, the ruin at Scotney Castle  is the centrepiece of a vision created by Edward Hussey III, which can be seen from his comfortable Victorian mansion. The conservation charity looks after hundreds of acres of countryside surrounding Scotney, with way-marked trails to help you explore.

In Kent the National Trust’s gardens are the epitome of the English country garden and none could be more iconic than Sissinghurst Castle Garden , the creation of famous poet and writer, Vita Sackville-West and her author husband Harold Nicolson. Explore the beautiful garden and discover a wide estate of lakes, woods and farmland. Down the road visit a hidden cottage garden at Smallhythe Place , the home of Victorian actress Ellen Terry. Wander the sixteenth-century rooms, take in a performance in the seventeenth-century thatched Barn Theatre or treat yourself in the vintage tea room.

Near Sevenoaks, exotic Emmetts Garden is awash with bluebells in spring and roses in summer. Families will love the wild play area, complete with den, swing set and tepee. Or why not follow a waymarked trail into nearby Toys Hill wood for spectacular views of the Weald. 

There are some truly stunning National Trust places along Kent’s coast, with none more dramatic than the White Cliffs of Dover . A clifftop walk upon this national icon offers views across the English Channel towards the distant French coast. Rising up from the White Cliffs, South Foreland Lighthouse is a historic landmark and the first electricity-powered lighthouse. Here you’ll find a fascinating tale which stretches back to the Victorian age. 

Get free entry to these special places and help the National Trust look after them forever, for everyone by becoming a member. For more ideas on places to visit in Kent visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk/days-out/kent .

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For centuries the wealthy and aristocratic have built their great manor houses and castles South of London in Kent & Sussex, beautiful regions of orchards, copses & hop fields, splendid public gardens, delightful villages and towns.

Visit Knole, Henry Vlll's Tudor Mansion built around 7 courtyards, with 52 staircases and 365 rooms, and fairy-tale Leeds Castle, surrounded by a lake on your way to Canterbury, the "Cradle of Christianity" with its awe-inspiring Cathedral built in the 11th century. Also see Dover Castle beautifully positioned on top of the white cliffs.

Spend the night in Kent or Sussex. In the morning visit some of England's finest Castles, Gardens and Stately Homes: Vita Sackville-West's famous Sissinghurst Gardens created around the old Castle tower, Nymans Gardens, one of the most romantic in England, Chartwell, home of Sir Winston Churchill for 42 years and now kept as a memorial to him, Hever, childhood home of Anne Boleyn and setting for her courtship with Henry Vlll and Arundel, nearly 1000 years old and home of the Dukes of Norfolk. Spend your second night in Kent or Sussex.

Return to London via Brighton with its dazzlingly exotic Pavilion, Jane Austen's home at Chawton, the cathedral cities of Winchester and Salisbury and Stonehenge, England's most important prehistoric monument nearly 5000 years old.

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Some of the most exquisite and intriguing historic houses in England can be found scattered across South East England. These stunning properties showcase some of the most beautiful architecture of their times, have links to iconic characters that have shaped British history and often have grounds and gardens that will take your breath away.

South East England's Stately Homes

There are so many esteemed historic houses throughout England and some amazing examples that the South East can lay claim to. Some of the most iconic from each county are featured here, but find many more and a stately home to visit near you using the map function at the bottom of this page.

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On the Isle of Wight, visit Queen Victoria's family home at Osborne House , marvel at the Victorian opulence and extravagant interiors and the stunning Indian décor of the Durbar Room.

Step back to the 15th Century in Southampton at Tudor House , the city's most important historic building or follow in the footsteps of acclaimed author Jane Austen at her house in Chawton where she wrote many of her novels. Discover Palace House  at the National Motor Museum, Beaulieu in the New Forest, home of the Montagu family home since 1538.

Nature lovers, head along to Gilbert White's House and Garden  in Selborne, writer of the book ‘The Natural History of Selborne’, it is the fourth most published book in the English language or Charles Dickens Birthplace Museum and see where this literary great was born. 

Stansted Park in Rowlands Castle takes you back to a bygone era and gives you the chance to explore the grand State Rooms and extensive Servant Quarters along with the 1800 acres of parkland.

Stately Homes in Buckinghamshire

Waddesdon Manor in Buckinghamshire was built in the late 1800s by Baron Ferdinand de Rothschild; today it is home one of the most exceptional collections of French 18 th Century decorative arts and English portraits in the world.

Near Milton Keynes, Bletchley Park   is a place of exceptional historic importance, as it was home of the top secret code-breaking centre during WWII and birthplace of modern information technology.

Stately Homes in Oxfordshire

The imposing baroque style of Blenheim Palace in Oxfordshire is one of the most architecturally elaborate historic houses in England.

Discover the beautiful inspiration retreat and summer home of William Morris at Kelmscott Manor in Lechlade, Oxfordshire. This grade 1 listed farmhouse was built in the 1600's and recently saw conservation and restoration work funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund.

Set in the Vale of The White Horse, Kingston Bagpuize was built circa 1660 and remodelled in the early 1700’s for the Blandy family.

Stately Homes in Kent

The beautiful Georgian house of Belmont , contains fabulous mementoes of the family's history and travels - fine paintings, furniture, Indian silverware and the finest and most extensive range of clocks in private hands in the country.  A tour of the Grade II listed Quex House is included within a visit to The Powell-Cotton Museum near Margate in Thanet.  The house reflects the diverse interest of the Powell family and the 7 acre gardens are home to the Waterloo Tower which was used in the 1970's science fiction series Blake 7. 

Stately Homes in Sussex

The spectacular seaside palace of the Prince Regent (George IV) was transformed by John Nash into one of the most dazzling & exotic buildings in the British Isles,  Royal Pavilion , Brighton or dive into Tudor and Elizabethan times with a visit to Anne of Cleves House, Lewes.

Pay a visit to the stunning Petworth House and Park in West Sussex, home to one of the finest art collections looked after by the National Trust or visit the beautiful Parham House , one of the top twenty houses featured in the Simon Jenkins' book ‘England’s Thousand Best Houses’. 

Bateman's is 17th century Sussex Ironmaster's house, built in a Wealden valley, was the home of writer Rudyard Kipling from 1902 to 1936.

Stately Homes in Surrey

Titsey Place and Gardens , Oxted is the one of the largest surviving historic houses in Surrey, dating back to the 16th century, the house and gardens are open to visitors from May - September.

Situated on the west side of Lingfield, The Garth stands as a testament to the village's deep-rooted history. This venerable property began its story in 1729, when the parish commissioned Thomas Stanford, a local craftsman, to build a workhouse for the sum of £290.

If you love history and heritage, don't forget to enjoy exploring the different ways you can follow in the footsteps of Royalty throughout the South, on our  royal connections  page.  

You can also stay in some beautiful historic houses in the South, including Charney Manor , Oxfordshire, parts of which date back to the 13th Century. Gravetye Manor House , Sussex, once owned by William Robinson one of the greatest gardeners of all time and Oakley Hall Hotel, Hampshire,   which dates back to 1795 and was formerly owned by the Bramston Family who were close friends of Jane Austen.

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Step into Queen Victoria’s favourite country home and experience a world unchanged since the country's longest reigning monarch died here just over 100 years ago.

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House built between 12th and 18thC with a 13thC chapel. Has connections with Catholicism and exhibition of the work and life of Edmund Campion, furniture, tapestries and paintings.

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Houghton Lodge Gardens

Stockbridge

A haven of peace above the tranquil beauty of the River Test. Grade II* Gardens with fine trees surround an enchanting and unique example of an 18th Century “Cottage Orne”.

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Eastgate House

Situated in the heart of historic Rochester, Eastgate House featured in the work of Charles Dickens.

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Stansted Park

Stansted Park is home to stunning weddings, forest walks, afternoon teas and some of the best events in the south! Visit the Mansion for a real sense of a bygone era.

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Carisbrooke Castle

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Visit Carisbrooke Castle and enjoy over 800 years of history!

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Bishops Waltham Palace

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Remains of Bishop of Winchester`s palace are mainly 12th and 14thC consisting of buildings around a courtyard and moat. Remains include the Great Hall and 3-storey tower.

Butser Ancient Farm

Butser Ancient Farm

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Butser Ancient Farm, nestled within the Southdowns National Park, is a wonderful outdoor space showcasing Ancient Britain through experimental archaeology.

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The State Rooms, Buckingham Palace

The term ‘State Rooms’ is applied to those rooms that were designed and built as the public rooms of the Palace, in which monarchs receive, reward and entertain their subjects and visiting dignitaries.

Belmont House and Gardens

Belmont House and Gardens

A late 18thC country house designed by Samuel Wyatt, seat of the Harris family since 1801. Harris clock collection, mementos of connections with India. Gardens and pinetum.

The Garth Pleasure Grounds

The Garth Pleasure Grounds

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Visit The Garth in Surrey, an 18th-century Grade II* listed house with open days and seasonal events. Explore 9 acre of historical Godfrey's "Pleasure Grounds," and the Tea Room Gallery's exhibits. Learn about workhouse history and enjoy activities…

Southampton Medieval Merchants House

Southampton Medieval Merchants House

Sensitive restoration has returned this house to its mid 14th century appearence steeped in atmosphere. It is easy to imagine the life of John Fortin, a wine trader, and his family who lived here c1290.

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The Royal Mews, Buckingham Palace

The Royal Mews is an important branch of the Lord Chamberlain's Office and provides road transport for The Queen and members of the Royal Family by both horse-drawn carriage and motor car.

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Down House - The Home of Charles Darwin

Visit Down House, the family home of Charles Darwin. Explore the atmospheric family rooms where he lived and worked and learn about his fascinating life and groundbreaking theories with our exhibition “Uncovering Origins” .

Firle Place

Firle Place

A Tudor house with Georgian additions in downland park setting. Important English and European Old Master paintings, fine furniture and notable Sevres porcelain.

Frogmore House & Garden

Frogmore House

Late 17th-century royal residence, particularly associated with Queen Charlotte and Queen Victoria. Frogmore House is currently closed to visitors.

Temple Manor

Temple Manor

A 13th century great chamber, on a vaulted undercroft, of a manor house of the Knights Templar.

Petworth House & Park

Petworth House & Park

Explore this majestic mansion and beautiful landscaped deer park.

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Bletchley Park

Once Britain’s Best Kept Secret, today Bletchley Park is a heritage site and vibrant tourist attraction. Open daily, visitors can explore some of the iconic WW2 Codebreaking Huts and Blocks and marvel at the astonishing achievements of the…

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Pallant House Gallery

The Gallery houses one of the most impressive collections of art in the country in a Grade I listed Queen Anne townhouse. Focusing mainly on British art from the 20th century with important representation of international artists too.

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T he second-largest wildfire in U.S. history, and the largest in state history, is currently sweeping across the Texas Panhandle , burning through more than one million acres of land.

Two people have now been confirmed dead as a result of the blazes. Joyce Blankenship, an 83-year-old grandmother was discovered in the remains of her burned home, while Cindy Owens, an Amarillo woman in her 40s, died Tuesday after she exited her truck for an unknown reason while driving in the Texan city Canadian. Sgt. Chris Ray of the Texas Department of Public Safety said that "the fire simply overtook her," NBC reported.

The largest of the fires—which spans nearly 1.1 million acres—began at Smokehouse Creek and was 15% contained as of Sunday, according to the Texas A&M Forest Service.  

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The Windy Deuce Fire in Moore County, which covers more than 144,000 acres, was 55% contained on Sunday. The Grape Vine Creek fire, at 34,800 acres, was 60% contained. The Magenta Fire in Oldham County, spanning approximately 3,300 acres, was 85% contained. The 2,000-acre 687 Reamer Fire was 10% contained. 

On Sunday, Moore County Sheriff’s office warned that a new fire was possible in the Canadian River area because of high winds, low humidity, and large amounts of grass. The office told residents to prepare to evacuate if necessary.

Fire officials from Lubbock, Texas, help put out smoldering debris of a home destroyed by the Smokehouse Creek Fire in Stinnett, on Feb. 29, 2024.

Evacuations have been ongoing across the region. Texas Governor Greg Abbott issued a state of disaster declaration in 60 counties earlier in the week. Citizens of Moore, Potter, Hemphill, and Hutchinson counties have been forced to leave their homes. Evacuation orders were also issued for communities in Wheeler, Allison, Kelton, and Briscoe, but those were reportedly lifted earlier this week.

Fourteen fires were also burning in the neighboring state of Oklahoma, across more than 319,000 acres, on Sunday—part spillover from the Smokehouse Creek blaze. Oklahoma’s Department of Agriculture, Food & Forestry reported two new fires that burned 933 acres.

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9 Stately Homes & Manor Houses To Visit In South East England

9 Stately Homes & Manor Houses To Visit In South East England

Sissinghurst

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Where: Near Sevenoaks, Kent.

Why: Sitting proudly in Kent’s last medieval deer park, 600-year-old Knole was built as an archbishop’s palace in the mid 15th century. It became a royal possession during the Tudor dynasty when Henry VIII hunted in the grounds. From 1603, Thomas Sackville made it the aristocratic treasure house for his family, who were prominent in court circles and used it to display their wealth and status. Today, it’s a National Trust property, though the Sackville family still live here. “It’s vast and glorious,” Blue Badge tourist guide Viv Haxby tells us. “The story goes that it’s a ‘Calendar House’, boasting 365 rooms, 52 staircases, 12 entrances and 7 courtyards, but I’m not sure who’s counting!” she added. As you arrive, you’ll take in the scale and magnificence of the estate, then explore the grand courtyard and Orangery, and wander through the parkland. Inside, art lovers will find paintings by Reynolds, Gainsborough and Van Dyck, as well as 17th-century tapestries and furniture.

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PENSHURST PLACE

Where: Near Tonbridge, Kent.

Why: Penshurst Place dates to the 14th century when the Baron’s Hall was built as a country retreat for the Lord Mayor of London. Since 1552, it has been the ancestral home of the Sidney family – today, Philip Sidney, 2nd Viscount De L’Isle, and his family still live here. “This is a truly magnificent example of 14th-century architecture at its best,” comments Viv. In the opulent staterooms (which have featured in popular TV and film productions such as Wolf Hall ) you’ll see family portraits from across the centuries, antique furniture and tapestries. “The gardens are fabulous, too!” says Viv. With 48 acres of grounds, including the 11-acre formal Grade I listed garden, they are among the oldest in private ownership, with records dating back to 1346. “I particularly love the 100-metre-long peony border that erupts into colour in late May,” she adds.

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SISSINGHURST

Where: Near Cranbrook, Kent.

Why: Sissinghurst Castle Garden has a diverse history, from serving as a prison in the 1700s to becoming a home for the women’s land army in the 20th century. In the 1930s, poet and writer Vita Sackville-West, and her diplomat and author husband Harold Nicolson, purchased Sissinghurst. “Of course, had Vita been born a boy, she would have inherited Knole,” Viv told us. “Instead, she and Harold made a family home and created one of our loveliest gardens here at Sissinghurst.” They were the last private owners and, after Vita’s death, Harold decided the property should be given over to the care of the National Trust. Today, you can take in the architecture of the extensive original buildings, the panoramic views from the top of the tower, the working farm and the 450-acre wider estate – along with Vita and Harold's famous gardens. 

Where: Near Westerham, Kent.

Why: Winston and Clementine Churchill bought Chartwell in 1922, and it was their family home for the next 40 years. Churchill loved Chartwell – he said ‘a day away from Chartwell was a day wasted’. Here, Churchill was a politician and statesman but also a husband, father, writer, painter and garden planner. The rooms in the house remain much as they were when he lived here, with pictures, books and personal mementoes. “It’s a very special place,” says Viv. “The highlight for me is the studio in the garden where Churchill painted and where, today, you can see many of his pictures.” The gardens reflect his love of landscape and nature, and include the lakes he created, the kitchen garden and the Marycot, a playhouse designed for his youngest daughter Mary. Beyond the gardens, there are trails and play areas in the woodland. The National Trust acquired Chartwell 18 years before Winston’s death, on the condition he and Clementine could live there for as long as they wished. In fact, Sir Winston reluctantly left Chartwell in October 1964 due to his poor health and moved to his London flat in Hyde Park Gate. He celebrated his 90th birthday on 30th November and died just a few weeks later, on 24th January 1965. Later that year, Lady Churchill decided she would live in London, and she too left Chartwell. 

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PETWORTH HOUSE

Where: Petworth, West Sussex.

Why: Inspired by the Baroque palaces of Europe and set amidst a Capability Brown landscaped park and garden nestled in the South Downs, Petworth is an extraordinary place created by just one family over a 900-year period. The 17th-century building you see today “is imposing rather than beautiful,” says Viv. “The interior, however, is a joy and home to a world-class art collection.” The grand staterooms that were designed to display the taste, lifestyle and artistic patronage of generations of Percys, Seymours and Wyndhams display works by Van Dyck, Turner, Reynolds and Gainsborough, as well the earliest English globe in existence, dating back to 1592.

Petworth House

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IGHTHAM MOTE 

Why: This picturesque 14th-century moated manor house is “magical, charming and delightful”, says Viv, “and surrounded by pretty, almost cottage-like gardens”. Built nearly 700 years ago, it has seen many changes and been owned by medieval knights, courtiers to Henry VIII and high-society Victorians. For the visitor, highlights include the courtyard, Great Hall, crypt, Tudor painted ceiling, Grade I listed dog kennel and the private apartments of the last owner, Charles Henry Robinson, who gave Ightham Mote to the National Trust in 1985. From the grounds, you’ll get views across the Kent countryside and remarkable displays of flora and fauna. If you’re visiting in spring, don’t miss the renowned ancient bluebell woodland at Scathes Wood.

LEEDS CASTLE

Where: Broomfield, near Maidstone, Kent.

Why: One of the most visited historic buildings in Britain, Leeds Castle was originally a Norman stronghold. It is “perhaps the most photogenic of them all”, suggests Viv, “and once the private property of six of England’s medieval queens.” Later, it became a palace used by Henry VIII and his first wife Catherine of Aragon; a Jacobean country house; a Georgian mansion; and an elegant early 20th-century retreat for the influential and famous. The last private owner, Lady Baillie, was a wealthy Anglo-American heiress who acquired Leeds Castle in 1926 and was known for hosting glittering house parties here in the 1930s. The exhibition in the ancient Gatehouse will take you on a journey through over 900 years of history. Visitors come from far to view the castle itself, set in over 500 acres of landscaped parkland including a maze, a grotto, waterfowl, aviaries and a vineyard. Stay overnight to enjoy a walk round the grounds and gardens when the estate is closed to the general public. There is B&B accommodation or there is stylish glamping – if you want to experience a bit of the life of a medieval knight under canvas. For longer stays, there are five cottages that sleep between two and ten. 

WALMER CASTLE

Where: Walmer, near Deal, Kent.

Why: Standing guard over the Kentish coast since Tudor times, Walmer Castle is an artillery fort constructed by Henry VIII between 1539 and 1540 to protect against invasion from France. Originally part of a 2.7-mile coastal barrier that included Deal and Sandown castles, it developed into an elegant seaside retreat for politicians, aristocrats and royalty over the years – according to Viv, it was “intricately linked to military planning throughout the Napoleonic Wars and World War I”. And, “Appropriately, perhaps, it was here that our greatest military hero – the Duke of Wellington – died.” Today, it is the residence of the Lord Warden of the Cinque Ports, and visitors come to enjoy the eight acres of gardens and woodland as well as the interiors. Collection highlights include a pair of Wellington’s boots, designed and worn by the Duke himself, and a death mask made three days after he passed away.

ARUNDEL CASTLE

Where: Arundel, West Sussex.

Why: There are nearly 1,000 years of history at this great restored and remodelled medieval castle, situated in magnificent grounds overlooking the river Arun. It was established during the reign of Edward the Confessor and completed at the end of the 11th century by Roger de Montgomery, Earl of Arundel. Apart from the occasional reversion to the Crown, Arundel has descended directly from 1138 to the present day, and has been the seat of the Dukes of Norfolk for over 850 years. “As you would expect of the house of our premier duke, this one is sumptuous and oozes art treasures and history in equal measure,” Viv comments. Visitors can take in the staterooms with their fine art, fabulous furniture and intricately carved statues; the individually decorated bedrooms with Victorian and Edwardian bathrooms; the Fitzalan Chapel; the inner gatehouse with its medieval defences, towers, portcullis and drawbridge; and the keep which was designed in the 11th century to prevent attack and control the river. In the gardens, you will come across a wonderful variety of landscapes, from the quirky Stumpery to the formal Collector Earl’s garden.

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The following is a listing of all home transfers in Kent reported from Feb. 26 to Mar. 3. There were 1 transactions posted during this time. During this period, the median sale for the area was a 1,304-square-foot home on Sheri Drive in Kent that sold for $225,000.

1292 Sheri Drive, Kent, $225,000, 1,304 square feet, $173 per square-foot, three bedrooms and two bathrooms.

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The following is a listing of all home transfers in Kent County reported from Feb. 26 to Mar. 3. There were 70 transactions posted during this time. During this period, the median sale for the area was a 1,344-square-foot home on Westshire Drive in Comstock Park that sold for $310,000.

1137 Bridge Crest Drive, Ada, $512,000, 1,863 square feet, $275 per square-foot, three bedrooms and two bathrooms.

512 Hartfield Drive, Ada, $660,100, 2,558 square feet, $258 per square-foot, five bedrooms and four bathrooms.

3300 Egypt Valley Ave., Ada, $1,000,000, 4,644 square feet, $215 per square-foot, four bedrooms and four bathrooms.

5340 McCords Ave., Alto, $230,000, 1,216 square feet, $189 per square-foot, two bathrooms.

6785 Chancery Drive, Alto, $550,000, 2,206 square feet, $249 per square-foot, four bedrooms and three bathrooms.

9447 Andrew Farm Drive, Alto, $560,000, 1,740 square feet, $322 per square-foot, three bedrooms and three bathrooms.

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7568 Navajo Valley Drive, Byron Center, $290,000, 1,168 square feet, $248 per square-foot, two bathrooms.

576 Firestone Drive, Byron Center, $425,000, 2,048 square feet, $208 per square-foot, three bedrooms and three bathrooms.

7777 Tonja Court, Byron Center, $457,500, 1,816 square feet, $252 per square-foot, three bedrooms and three bathrooms.

8301 Woodpark Drive, Byron Center, $465,000, 1,360 square feet, $342 per square-foot, four bedrooms and four bathrooms.

8624 S. Jasonville Court, Caledonia, $185,000, 1,125 square feet, $164 per square-foot, two bedrooms and two bathrooms.

5249 Marindy Street, Caledonia, $339,900, 1,360 square feet, $250 per square-foot, two bedrooms and two bathrooms.

7040 Glen Creek Drive, Caledonia, $399,900, 1,832 square feet, $218 per square-foot, three bedrooms and three bathrooms.

Comstock Park

4985 Westshire Drive, Comstock Park, $310,000, 1,344 square feet, $231 per square-foot, three bedrooms and two bathrooms.

Grand Rapids

234 Knapp Street, Grand Rapids, $170,000, 1,296 square feet, $131 per square-foot, one bathroom.

5483 Kelekent Ave., Grand Rapids, $170,000, 1,040 square feet, $163 per square-foot, three bedrooms and two bathrooms.

325 Dickinson Street, Grand Rapids, $178,000, 930 square feet, $191 per square-foot, one bathroom.

902 Sherman Street, Grand Rapids, $183,000, 1,179 square feet, $155 per square-foot, one bathroom.

2663 Chatham Woods Drive, Grand Rapids, $195,000, 907 square feet, $215 per square-foot, two bedrooms and one bathroom.

3226 Terrace Walk Ave., Grand Rapids, $198,000, 637 square feet, $311 per square-foot, one bathroom.

801 Henry Ave., Grand Rapids, $198,979, 1,568 square feet, $127 per square-foot, one bathroom.

701 Griggs Street, Grand Rapids, $207,000, 1,525 square feet, $136 per square-foot, three bedrooms and two bathrooms.

132 Graceland Street, Grand Rapids, $215,000, 1,065 square feet, $202 per square-foot, two bathrooms.

1250 Garfield Ave., Grand Rapids, $215,000, 1,012 square feet, $212 per square-foot, one bathroom.

19 Griggs Street, Grand Rapids, $216,000, 3,039 square feet, $71 per square-foot, three bathrooms.

1024 Hamilton Ave., Grand Rapids, $220,000, 857 square feet, $257 per square-foot, two bedrooms and one bathroom.

928 Bates Street, Grand Rapids, $220,000, 1,428 square feet, $154 per square-foot, two bathrooms.

1510 Ardmore Street, Grand Rapids, $220,000, 956 square feet, $230 per square-foot, one bathroom.

213 Stewart Street, Grand Rapids, $221,500, 1,110 square feet, $200 per square-foot, one bathroom.

615 Griggs Street, Grand Rapids, $225,000, 1,144 square feet, $197 per square-foot, one bathroom.

4312 Madison Ave., Grand Rapids, $226,500, 972 square feet, $233 per square-foot, two bedrooms and one bathroom.

39 Corinne Street, Grand Rapids, $229,000, 1,235 square feet, $185 per square-foot, three bedrooms and two bathrooms.

217 Bona Vista Drive, Grand Rapids, $241,000, 920 square feet, $262 per square-foot, two bedrooms and one bathroom.

2201 Breton Road, Grand Rapids, $245,000, 1,650 square feet, $148 per square-foot, four bedrooms and three bathrooms.

600 Broadway Ave., Grand Rapids, $247,500, 805 square feet, $307 per square-foot, one bathroom.

1000 Lincoln Ave., Grand Rapids, $250,000, 1,380 square feet, $181 per square-foot, four bedrooms and two bathrooms.

1210 California Street, Grand Rapids, $250,000, 1,060 square feet, $236 per square-foot, two bathrooms.

4334 Aspen Trails Drive, Grand Rapids, $255,000, 1,390 square feet, $183 per square-foot, two bedrooms and two bathrooms.

1323 Hall Street, Grand Rapids, $265,000, 1,566 square feet, $169 per square-foot, two bathrooms.

4301 Clay Ave., Grand Rapids, $270,174, 864 square feet, $313 per square-foot, three bedrooms and one bathroom.

525 79th Street, Grand Rapids, $311,000, 1,572 square feet, $198 per square-foot, four bedrooms and two bathrooms.

963 Ellsmere Street, Grand Rapids, $322,000, 1,298 square feet, $248 per square-foot, three bedrooms and two bathrooms.

5018 N. Quail Crest Drive, Grand Rapids, $339,000, 1,259 square feet, $269 per square-foot, two bedrooms and three bathrooms.

6699 Sawgrass Drive, Grand Rapids, $345,000, 1,568 square feet, $220 per square-foot, three bedrooms and two bathrooms.

923 Northwood Street, Grand Rapids, $347,000, 1,412 square feet, $246 per square-foot, three bedrooms and one bathroom.

3012 Windcrest Way, Grand Rapids, $349,900, 1,306 square feet, $268 per square-foot, three bathrooms.

2111 Britton Court, Grand Rapids, $352,500, 2,178 square feet, $162 per square-foot, five bedrooms and four bathrooms.

1860 Michigan Street, Grand Rapids, $365,000, 1,365 square feet, $267 per square-foot, two bathrooms.

752 Westview Ave., Grand Rapids, $375,000, 1,258 square feet, $298 per square-foot, two bathrooms.

2513 Stockwood Drive, Grand Rapids, $375,700, 1,761 square feet, $213 per square-foot, four bedrooms and two bathrooms.

2273 Thistledowne Drive, Grand Rapids, $380,000, 1,044 square feet, $364 per square-foot, two bedrooms and one bathroom.

2580 32nd Street, Grand Rapids, $381,548, 1,968 square feet, $194 per square-foot, four bedrooms and three bathrooms.

235 Ball Park Blvd., Grand Rapids, $395,000, 1,934 square feet, $204 per square-foot, four bedrooms and two bathrooms.

2520 Forest Bluff Drive, Grand Rapids, $417,500, 1,354 square feet, $308 per square-foot, two bedrooms and three bathrooms.

3505 N. Meadow Grove Drive, Grand Rapids, $540,000, 2,300 square feet, $235 per square-foot, four bedrooms and three bathrooms.

2105 Lamberton Creek Lane, Grand Rapids, $567,500, 1,558 square feet, $364 per square-foot, three bathrooms.

2076 Jennydale Court, Grand Rapids, $622,500, 2,398 square feet, $260 per square-foot, five bedrooms and four bathrooms.

700 Plymouth Ave., Grand Rapids, $2,450,000, 3,374 square feet, $726 per square-foot, four bedrooms and four bathrooms.

4296 Redbush Drive, Grandville, $379,500, 1,560 square feet, $243 per square-foot, two bathrooms.

1856 Junewood Court, Lowell, $306,500, 1,056 square feet, $290 per square-foot, three bedrooms and two bathrooms.

12151 36th Street, Lowell, $390,000, 1,440 square feet, $271 per square-foot, three bedrooms and two bathrooms.

9120 10 Mile Road, Rockford, $244,000, 867 square feet, $281 per square-foot, three bedrooms and one bathroom.

7331 11 Mile Road, Rockford, $295,000, 1,056 square feet, $279 per square-foot, three bedrooms and two bathrooms.

11352 Lindy Drive, Rockford, $335,000, 1,077 square feet, $311 per square-foot, two bathrooms.

7233 Loma Linda Court, Rockford, $455,000, 1,546 square feet, $294 per square-foot, three bedrooms and three bathrooms.

6244 Arroyo Vista Drive, Rockford, $455,000, 1,715 square feet, $265 per square-foot, three bedrooms and three bathrooms.

5969 Greeley Ave., Rockford, $540,000, 2,830 square feet, $191 per square-foot, three bedrooms and two bathrooms.

866 Ariebill Street, Wyoming, $235,000, 976 square feet, $241 per square-foot, two bedrooms and one bathroom.

3148 Woodward Ave., Wyoming, $250,000, 977 square feet, $256 per square-foot, three bedrooms and one bathroom.

5244 Mapleside Lane, Wyoming, $310,000, 1,558 square feet, $199 per square-foot, two bathrooms.

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Emma Stone’s $4.3 Million Los Angeles Home Is Like Stepping into La La Land

Emma stone recently sold her spanish-style los angeles home for $4.3 million. see inside the stunning 1920s-style house..

Emma Stone may be the favorite when it comes to stars and their luxurious homes. 

After all, the Poor Things  star sold her Los Angeles mansion in February for $4.3 million—a whopping $305,000 over the original asking price, E! News can confirm.

And it's no surprise why the buyer wanted this 3,200 square-foot space super bad. Situated in a quiet, private neighborhood in L.A.'s Westwood area, Emma's gated 1920s Spanish-style home features two stories, four bedrooms and four bathrooms, as well as a separate guest house that's complete with its own living room, kitchen, bedroom suite and laundry setup. Additionally, the house includes a front and back yard, with a brick walkway that leads into a peaceful tiled courtyard. 

And the mini-compound's ample space isn't the only feature that deserves an easy A. After all, each room is filled with its own distinct character, including a kitchen with unique double-height vaulted ceilings, a teal stove and scalloped moldings, as well as a master bathroom that's equipped with a luxurious clawfoot tub near a large window with a view. 

But this isn't the first time Emma—who shares a daughter with husband Dave McCary —has changed residence in the Los Angeles area. The Oscar winner sold her gorgeous midcentury ranch-style house that looked out over Malibu's Las Tunas Beach for $4.4 Million back in 2022 —$1.2 million over its initial asking price. The 35-year-old, however, still owns a stylish Texas mansion and a chic New York apartment. 

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A still from Saltburn. Emerald Fennell’s dark class comedy was filmed at Drayton House in Northamptonshire, but the owner has said he is now dealing with a boom in trespassers.

Stately home used in Saltburn plagued by trespassers and influencers, owner says

Charles Stopford Sackville says he was unprepared for the intense interest in his home after the 700-year-old Drayton House was used in the film

The owner of the stately home used in the film Saltburn has revealed he has had to ask staff to patrol the grounds to stop trespassers trying to take photos and videos of themselves on the grounds.

Charles Stopford Sackville, the current owner of the 700-year-old Drayton House in Northamptonshire, told the Mail on Sunday he was unprepared for the intense attention Emerald Fennell’s film would bring with it.

“I never envisaged the amount of interest there would be. It’s quite weird,” he said. “I don’t take it as flattering.

“How would you feel if people were taking pictures outside your house? I’d prefer the interest to blow over but I can’t make it blow over.”

A public footpath runs through the estate, but Stopford Sackville said “more than 50” trespassers had been caught straying off the path by staff patrolling the grounds.

“Most people are fairly good, but some get a bit inquisitive, let’s say,” he said.

The Grade I-listed Drayton House is thought to have been built around 1328 and is not open to the public. Located near the village of Lowick, the 127-room private home has been in the hands of the Sackville family since the 18th century.

Stopford Sackville is friends with Fennell’s parents. The 38-year-old director has previously said she wanted to use a property which had never been seen on screen before.

Stopford Sackville told the Mail on Sunday the undisclosed fee he was paid to allow cameras in had “100%” influenced him to agree, saying: “These houses don’t run on water.”

Some users on TikTok have filmed themselves dancing in front of the house to Sophie Ellis-Bextor’s hit Murder on the Dancefloor, which is used in the film’s final scene where Barry Keoghan dances around the mansion completely nude.

Rhian Williams, a TikTok user who shared directions to the footpath in two videos that have been viewed more than 5.6m times, told the BBC she had not predicted how far they would travel.

“It’s such a shame that people are trespassing as there is a public footpath through the estate that everyone should stick to if they want to visit,” she told the BBC. “I do think it’s important that younger generations, like so many who have enjoyed the Saltburn movie, are encouraged to walk in the countryside and get fresh air, and it’s brilliant to see such a hidden corner of our beautiful Northamptonshire in such a major film like Saltburn.”

The dark comedy follows Oxford University student Oliver (Barry Keoghan), who becomes fixated with an extremely rich student, Felix (Jacob Elordi). Felix invites Oliver to spend the summer holidays at his family’s palatial property, Saltburn, triggering a series of sexually charged and violent events.

Last year Vanity Fair reported that no one involved in the production of Saltburn was allowed to disclose the name or the location of the estate due to a contractual obligation, but Tatler magazine identified the property as Drayton House from the trailer alone, before the film’s premiere at the Telluride film festival.

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    Hole Park Gardens. The attractive house on the Hole Park Estate in Rolvenden, Kent is surrounded by fabulous gardens on all sides which include some wonderful water features and statues. The house is not open to the public but the gardens are open to visitors from 1 April every year. Don't miss the spectacular bluebell display from mid April ...

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  18. Best Stately Homes and Gardens In Kent

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    Go on an escorted tour of Britain's beautiful historic estates with JustGo! Holidays, an official partner of Historic Houses. Take a wonderful short break holiday to discover some of Britain's most special historic houses, castles and gardens. With specially tailored itineraries each four, five or six day escorted tour allows you to easily ...

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