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The earliest parts of Croan House date from before 1743 when the house was extended and the facade was added by the Shirley family. Records show that it remained the residence of the Shirley family and their decendants from then until the 19th century when it passed to the Reade family. The impressive entrance and driveway, with a broad bank of lawn to either side and avenue of mature Lime trees, lead to a gravel forecourt to the front of the house. A Duck pond, Boules court and games area are located between the House and the cottages for our guests' enjoyment. Our smallholding describes how we are restoring the walled garden behind the house and are using the rest of our land to provide us with fruit, vegetables, eggs and meet. |
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Bella is rarely found without a stick in her mouth, often trying to teach the Chickens how to play. In spite of her best efforts they just don't seem to get it! |
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The House and Cottages are accessed via a private avenue of mature Lime trees.
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The animals live in fenced paddocks just off the avenue although the Geese are encouraged to help themselves to the grass on the avenue - that means there's less for us to cut! |
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