Other Rooms

The Library is a uniquely decorated room that fuses rich history with modern aspects. It features rare editions of Jane Austen’s works and collections such as the works of Shakespeare.

An intricately carved rococo marble fireplace is the architectural centrepiece of the room. Original artefacts remain, too, with an antique clock and pottery ornamenting the room.

Modern furnishings from the house’s 2016 renovation include the coffee table made from an old leather gym vaulting horse. The renovations also introduced the vibrant painting above the fireplace by Paula MacArthur, discovered at McCully & Crane Art in Rye.

The walls of the Drawing Room are covered in grey de Gournay silk wallpaper, inspired by the tastes of the late Lady FitzWalter. Nods to other family members include blue and white porcelain ornaments that pay homage to William Plumptre’s vocational interest in Japanese pottery.

Original features remain here, too, with a yew wood Ince & Mayhew cabinet. This bespoke piece was made for the stately home in the 1700s by the renowned British upholsterers and cabinet makers. Family portraits line the walls, such as the painting of Sir Brook Bridges, 3rd Baronet, by Francis Coates.

The modern kitchen is a large open-planned space featuring bespoke Shaker-style units and four state-of-the-art ovens and hobs.

It is fully equipped with all the necessary appliances. The kitchen opens onto a Breakfast Room, home to a custom-made wooden oval table that seats 12 people.