May 13, 2004
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Barnsley House in Barnsley, England Photo and enhancement by Chris Duffy
I wouldn’t want anyone to get the idea that the Cotswolds area is nothing but quaint little cottages. Far from it. There are many very large mansions. This one was Rosemary Verey’s house until her death a couple years ago. She was a famous garden designer and we visited her gardens back in 1996, and in fact met her and had a nice chat with her, but within the last year her home has been sold to someone who has turned it into a nine room hotel. We stopped by the house on this trip and went in to inquire what the nightly prices were. They don’t have the gardens open to the public any more . . . only one week a year. We thought it might be a hoot to stay at Rosemary Verey’s house one night, but it was too rich for our blood. I guess when you only have nine rooms you have to make the most of every room every night. The staff was quite snooty too. They won’t be seeing us again, and I think Rosemary would be unhappy to see what’s become of her house and her gardens.
Comments (6)
What a shame. I remember you talking about what a graciuos lady she was… I’m sure she would not approve of her gardens being hid away. Gardens should be enjoyed, and most gardeners I know love for others to visit their gardens.
:love:At least you have good memories of her, no snoot can touch that
Aww… that’s so sad: Going from someone so hospitable to everything so snooty and stuck up …
Yes, I bet the HOUSE is even embarassed.
Nice to meet you..your site is beautiful !
I like to see house’s picture especially old style../N *
It’s a busy time of the year for me, giving and grading exams, but I’m still enjoying your pictures even though I don’t always comment. It’s a shame that this beautiful mansion and gardens are unavailable now.