Quantock Lodge

Quantock Lodge is a Victorian country house built in the 1860s from Cockercombe tuff stone, featuring multiple reception rooms that overlook formal gardens and parkland beyond. The building displays Gothic revival characteristics and has been adapted for various uses over time.

The house was built in the 1860s by Lord Taunton and initially served as a summer residence and art gallery. From 1920 it was used as a sanatorium and later operated as a school until 1999.

The reception rooms display Italian-style details with brass chandeliers and ornate plasterwork on the ceilings that reflect how wealthy Victorians decorated their homes. You can still see these elements today as you move through the spaces.

The grounds are accessible on foot and offer various areas to explore both within and around the main building. Spring and autumn months are ideal visiting times, when the formal gardens look their best and the weather is most pleasant.

Memorial trees stand in the estate grounds to honor Henry Thomas Stanley, who died while serving during the Second Boer War. This quiet corner of the property preserves his memory and service.

Location: Over Stowey

GPS coordinates: 51.13110,-3.16198

Latest update: December 12, 2025 09:02