[5][2] It was built on land purchased by Sir John Fortescue (c.1394-1479), who was Chief Justice of the King's Bench.

[6] During World War II the house was run by the American Red Cross for rest and recuperation for United States Army Air Forces bomber crews.

[3][5] The limestone building has grey slate roofs and a central five flue chimney.

The main body of the house includes a 17th centy hall and balustraded gallery.

[1] The main entrance gate piers and the summer-house in the grounds are both grade II* listed buildings.