The Queen's Cottage, Thatched cottage in Kew Gardens, England.
The timber-framed cottage features recycled 17th-century window frames with leaded panes and traditional Norfolk reed thatching on its peaked roof.
Built in 1772, Queen Charlotte commissioned this cottage as a private retreat, making it one of the earliest examples of cottage orné architecture.
Princess Elizabeth adorned the upper Picnic Room with botanical illustrations, reflecting the royal family's connection to natural sciences and artistic pursuits.
The cottage remains closed until April 2025, and visitors require a general admission ticket to Kew Gardens to access the grounds.
The property once included a paddock housing exotic animals, including England's first kangaroos and the now-extinct quagga.
Location: London Borough of Richmond upon Thames
GPS coordinates: 51.47315,-0.30362
Latest update: May 18, 2025 06:45
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