17th Century Country House Inspired by a British Royal Palace
Built around 1640, Barnham Court was built for a local rich merchant in the Artisan Mannerist style, which means that it was built by masons, rather than architects, copying designs from pattern books.
Due to its iconic design featuring Dutch gables, architectural historian Nikolaus Pevsner declared the country house ‘so similar to Kew Palace that the same designer must surely have been responsible’ and that ‘[they] achieved an effect of all-over magnificence combined with precision and elegance in the details’.
Kew Palace, located in the grounds of Kew Gardens, set on the banks of the River Thames in Surrey, England. The British royal palace was the home of George III and Queen Charlotte.
Barnham Court is located in West Sussex near the south coast—and just 50 miles from London.
The country house is surrounded by 6.2 acres of grounds with magnificent gardens dating back to the 17th century, orchards, woodlands, and a heated swimming pool.
Both the gardens and the interiors have been extensively restored by the current owner.
The 7,151 square foot property offers five bedrooms and five baths with several formal living rooms, including a great room, dining room, library and 2 orangeries, offering beautiful period detailing throughout.
The British country house for sale comes with several outbuildings, including garages, a gardener’s shed, and a 1 bedroom cottage.
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