Tyntesfield, Gothic Revival manor house in Wraxall, England.
Tyntesfield is a Gothic Revival manor house in Wraxall and Failand, England, set on a hillside overlooking the Somerset countryside. The limestone facade shows pointed arches, detailed stonework carvings, and a square tower that rises above the treeline.
William Gibbs acquired the Georgian building in the mid-19th century with wealth from the guano trade and commissioned architect John Norton to redesign it. The work between 1863 and 1866 transformed the property into a Gothic Revival house with added wings and elaborate decoration.
The name comes from a farm that the Gibbs family purchased in the 19th century and transformed into a large country estate. Visitors today walk through rooms filled with complete furnishing collections and personal belongings that show how wealthy Victorian households lived.
The estate offers designated parking, two cafes, and a shuttle service for visitors with limited mobility. Dogs on leads are allowed in selected outdoor areas but not inside the main house.
A private chapel from the 1870s connects to the main house via a bridge and was inspired by Sainte-Chapelle in Paris. The chapel displays tall stained glass windows and colored tiles depicting religious scenes.
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