Inside the Queen’s Garden House on the Sandringham Estate
A house owned by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II on her Sandringham estate is now available to rent on Airbnb.
The Garden House, formerly the home of the Queen’s Head Gardener, is the closest property to Sandringham House, the Royal Family’s beloved country retreat – located in the Norfolk Coastal Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty . Sandringham House is one of the most historic properties in the UK and one of the finest homes in the world.
Sandringham House, which was built for Albert Edward, Prince of Wales, has played a role in royal history for over a century. King George VI died at Sandringham on February 6, 1952 before passing the estate on to his daughter, Queen Elizabeth II. The Queen spends around two months each winter on the Sandringham estate, and it served as the backdrop for her first televised Christmas message in 1957.
The Garden House, which now takes reservations on Airbnb (opens in a new tab), shares the estate with the neighboring historic property. The list is a wealth of royal garden ideas – from its manicured lawn to the idyllic ivy surrounding the blue-painted front door.
The house is a celebration of the grand British countryside and the beautiful gardens that sit within the esteemed estate (as you would expect from the home of the Queen’s Head Gardener). And while the home’s grounds are perhaps its most magnificent feature, its decorating ideas also pay homage to the property’s rural surroundings.
Eclectically furnished from the royal collection, all furnishings and artwork were once housed in a royal residence. This is perhaps most evident in the dining room (as seen above), which showcases a masterclass in decorating with antiques.
Beyond the dining area, the house has a functional kitchen and a living room that overlooks the garden. There’s also a choice of super-king or twin beds in two bedrooms (you can share your preferences when booking).
In the garden you can enjoy a paved patio with a dining table – perfect for outdoor dining or a charcoal barbecue – weather permitting. Beyond the house you can enjoy a walk in an enclosed garden and in the relaxed garden.
“We are delighted that The Garden House at Her Majesty The Queen’s Estate at Sandringham is now available to book on Airbnb,” said Amanda Cupples, Managing Director for Northern Europe at Airbnb.
“This quaint cottage in the grounds of one of the Queen’s finest estates is a perfect hideaway for guests looking for a truly unique stay and hopefully they might even see a Corgi or two. “
The Garden House is available for booking now.
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