The Grade II listed building was built in 1869 by the Foster family, whose descendants still live there today.

[1] In 1086 the lord of Egton was Robert, Count of Mortain, half-brother of William the Conqueror.

[2] By 1686 the manor was in the possession of Henry Yelverton, Baron Grey of Ruthin, who was created the first Viscount Longueville in 1690.

[2] In 1730 Talbot Yelverton sold Egton Manor for £38,000 to Robert Elwes of Twickenham, who had made a fortune in goldsmithing and gold merchandising;[2] he died in February 1752.

Initially the Fosters lodged at Bridgeholme Green, before beginning construction of Egton Manor House.

[3] Amenities include shooting and fishing; the estate also hosts weddings and other events.