Landgoed Schaffelaar, Protected heritage estate in Barneveld, Netherlands.
Landgoed Schaffelaar is a neogothic mansion in Barneveld featuring Tudor-style details such as battlements, corner turrets, balustrades, and ornamental window surrounds across two floors and a basement level. The building occupies extensive grounds with a designed park and distinct natural areas.
The mansion was built in 1852 by architect A. van Veggel following the destruction of an earlier building in 1800. The site had been occupied by structures from the 18th century before that loss.
The estate's park was designed as a landscape garden with distinctive features that reflect 19th-century tastes in nature and layout. People visit to experience this carefully arranged outdoor space and walk through its different natural zones.
The mansion now functions as an event venue for weddings, corporate gatherings, and celebrations, offering both smaller salons and larger halls for different occasions. Visitors should confirm accessibility before planning a visit since the building hosts private functions.
The grounds contain rare plant species including sundew and gentian growing in moist heathland, as well as a woodland wetland section. These specific natural habitats result from centuries of land stewardship and environmental care.
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