Historic Hotel
Questionnaire
Year erected: 1734
What is the history of the property?
Owned by the Heron-Maxwells to 1894 and by the Johnson-Ferguson’s since then. Palladian Mansion house with stunning oak interiors. Refurbished in 1908 and 2009 with 21 ensuite bedrooms, ballroom and dining room. Dining room ceiling by the same firm who worked on the interiors of the Titanic.
What was the era and/or the architectural style in which the property was built?
Built in 1734 and the east and west wings added in 1834. Servant’s quadrangle added in 1905. Palladian.
Has restoration work taken place?
Yes lovingly restored.
Are there any elements of particular historical importance at the building?
Painted ceiling in the dining room. Marble surround mirror in the dining room. Black and white marble entrance hall. Oak panelling. Italian staircase. Italian rose garden. Round garden.
Are there any important guests or previous owners worth mentioning?
Princess Anne stayed most recently.
Would you describe your property as (or has it ever been in the past) a: Mansion
Is there anything that you would like to highlight, add or clarify?
We are 9.4 rated out of 10 on Hotels.com
So come and stay and we will look after you!
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