The drama of the 1989 fire and restoration adds to the magic of this romantic house, which is set high on the South Downs with magnificent sweeping views to the sea. The elegant Georgian interior houses a famous Grand Tour collection that includes paintings, furniture and ceramics.
An 18th-century dolls' house with original contents is one of the highlights. The complete servants' quarters in the basement are shown as they were in Victorian days when H. G. Wells' mother was housekeeper. The beautiful and peaceful garden is now fully restored in the early 19th-century Picturesque style, in a downland and woodland setting.
Site Description National Trust Building
Free parking, 300yds
Info for DisabledParking: In main car park, 300yds. Drop-off point. Building: Ramped entrance. 6 wheelchairs. Ground floor accessible. Many stairs with handrail to other floors. Lift to basement. Seating available. WCs: Adapted WC near car park and in basement of house (only accessible 12:30-4). Grounds: Partly accessible, slopes, some steps. Map of accessible route. Shop: Level entrance. Low-level counter. Refreshments: Ramped entrance. Accessible tables and picnic tables
Braille and large-print guide. Handling collection
Further InformationNT Shop. Plant sales
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