It was built in the 16th century and has been designated as a Grade I listed building.

By 1782 it was a revitalised farm, remaining part of the Phelips estate until 1918.

[1][2] There are 2.5 acres (1.0 ha) of walled gardens, which have been laid out since 1963.

[3] A long-distance public footpath, the Monarch's Way runs along the course of a Roman (or earlier) trackway immediately in front of the building.

This path leads to Ham Hill Country Park via fields and woodland