Wrest Park, Bedfordshire, August 2018
Wrest Park was home to the de Grey family, Earls of Kent, from 1280 into the 19th century. The house seen here today, is the third building to occupy the site. Inspired by a French chateau and built by a French architect, it was built in 1834.
The house also became residence for the US Ambassador in the early 19th century.
Copyright Debbie Smyth, 31 August 2018
Posted as part of Weekend reflections
Travel with Intent 
Beautiful chateau and perspective!
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I might have to look this place up. We are not that far from Beds
Mollyx
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Definitely worth a trip. It’s near Silsoe.
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That is a most elegant house, but must require a large staff to keep it open and running. Ah, those days seem to be in our past. Lovely photos.
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They certainly are. This place is quite close to my home and it was a delight to discover. Beautiful gardens too
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WOW! Woujld not like tohave toclean this house!! Great reflection. Have a lovely weekend.
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Exquisite photo. I agree with the above comment of having to heat and clean a place of that size, but them if you have a place of that size you have people to do those tasks. Beautiful grounds as well.
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I like a house with a bit of size, but that might be a little over the top. Just imagine having to heat and furnish it. On the other hand, you could probably use roller skates to get from one place to another and really stay in shape. And let’s not even mention the servants…
janet
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I like your alternative take on it – skates or segway would be ideal, and definitely servants (or a sit-on vacuum cleaner) 🙂
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Ooooo, like a riding lawnmower. 🤪
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Skates would also be better exercise.
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Too big for me!
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