The Vyne, outskirts of Basingstone, was built as a great Tudor “power house’ which has been managed by the National Trust. The manor house was initially built in the 16th century, and was resided in by the Lord Sandys, who was the Henry VIII’s Chamberlain. Later on, the manor house became a family home, cherished by the Chute family for more than 350 years. Dramatic changes of the rooms and furniture were made over the years. The house is filled with an eclectic mix of fine furniture, portraits, textiles, and sculptures. Visitors are asked to enter the Stone Gallery, western edge of the house. The first showroom is the Vestibule where the Shute family used to invite their guests who had been crossing over the bridge. Next to the Reception, you will find the Palladian style
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