October 31, 2012

MONTACUTE HOUSE: A BEAUTIFULLY PRESERVED ELIZABETHAN HOUSE

Filed under: A DAY OUT OF LONDON,Elizabeth I Tudor,English Country Houses — tmooresr @ 5:34 am

Several years ago, I went to England for an antique auction;  there was a splendid Welsh dresser that I wanted to buy for our family.  My grandmother had a beautiful 18th century dresser which I did not inherit, so I decided I would find another one.  After my successful purchase, I spent some time with my friends the Ross family in Bridport/Stoke Abbott who were antique dealers specializing in 18th century furniture.  During my visit, we spent a wonderful afternoon at MONTACUTE HOUSE.  The house was spectacular, and I will never forget my first visit.  The house’s restoration was a cooperative effort obetween THE NATIONAL PORTRAIT GALLERY, several private loans, and the National Trust.  The gardens were beautiful.  THE HOUSE HAD BEEN SAVED FOR THE NATION.  I highlight MONTACUTE HOUSE because almost weekly I am asked by our visitors in London where they should go for a week outside London after they stay in this magnificent city.  This magnificent house should be considered for their itinerary.

Thomas Moore   email:  TMooreSr@me.com    Telephone:  801.791.9918

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