#statelyhomes

Nestled in the heart of the Lincolnshire countryside, the Belton Estate—an exquisite example of English Baroque architecture surrounded by meticulously landscaped gardens, ancient woodlands, and a majestic deer park—stands as a testament to centuries of aristocratic heritage, having been lovingly preserved by the National Trust to offer visitors a glimpse into the opulent lifestyle of the Brownlow family, who once resided within its stately walls and left an indelible mark on the region’s cultural and historical landscape.

Located in the charming Hampshire village of Chawton, is the former home of Jane Austen — an unassuming yet historically significant 17th-century cottage—is where the renowned author spent the final eight years of her life, revising earlier manuscripts and penning some of her most beloved novels, such as Emma, Persuasion and Mansfield Park, all while surrounded by the tranquil English countryside that so often inspired her enduring literary work.