Wotton House, Country house hotel and wedding venue in Dorking, England.
Wotton House is a country estate in Surrey featuring formal Italian gardens with classical temples and ornamental structures. The grounds span over 13 acres of rolling countryside with water features, planted areas, and open green spaces arranged around the main residence.
The settlement appears in the Domesday Book of 1086 as a feudal holding. The Evelyn family acquired the property in 1579 after building wealth through gunpowder manufacturing.
The name Wotton comes from Old English meaning "settlement by a damp place." The Italian gardens reflect a taste for classical design that was uncommon in 17th-century England, showing how the estate owner drew inspiration from Continental style.
The estate is located approximately 30 minutes from Gatwick Airport and close to Junction 9 of the M25 motorway. Visitors will find an indoor pool, sauna, gym facilities, and on-site dining options that make a full day visit feasible.
The gardens contain original 17th-century floor mosaics that have been preserved within the landscape design. These decorative tile works offer a glimpse into the craftsmanship that accompanied the estate's classical garden scheme.
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