Description

M H Baillie Scott for James Harben Valentine 1901-2 as Sandford Cottage. English Arts and Crafts of advanced kind. L-plan, 2-storey to W and N, single-storey and double attic in court, harled, steep roofs of red English tiles (originally thatched, replaced early on after fire damage). Ingenious split-level plan with 'sunk lounge' at S end through 2-storeys with tall piend roofed rectangular half-timber bay over quarry edge with pool below. Retaining wall and pergola forms 3rd side of court, circular fountain of ceramic tiles, 3 arch loggia N wing; steps to garden on W. Simple distinctive arts and crafts interior, partly altered for hotel purposes.

External Links

• Historic Environment Scotland Listing
• Wikidata Q17797168

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Recommended Books

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  [(Shropshire)] [By (author) Nikolaus Pevsner] published on (January, 1958)
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  Development and Design of Heritage Sensitive Sites: Strategies for Listed Buildings and Conservation Areas
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  London 1: The City of London: City of London v. 1 (Pevsner Architectural Guides: Buildings of England)
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  Kent: North East and East (Pevsner Architectural Guides: Buildings of England)
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  Old House Handbook: A Practical Guide to Care and Repair by Hunt. Roger ( 2008 ) Hardcover
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  Berkshire (Pevsner Architectural Guides: Buildings of England)