An early 19th century engraving of the house from "Neale's Views of Seats"
The house from a circa 1900 photo
The Cliveden Gates from a circa 1900 photo
The garden from a circa 1900 photo
Temple Park from a circa 1900 photo
House & Family History: Shottesbrooke was the home of Sir John Smith, founder of The Landmark Trust. The Trust's offices are still located on the grounds of the estate.
John Preston (J.P.) Neale, published under the title of Views of the Seats of Noblemen and Gentlemen in England, Wales, Scotland, and Ireland, among other titles: 2.S. Vol. IV, 1828.
Country Life: XXXIII, 162, 1913.
House Listed: Grade II*
Park Listed: Not Listed
Current Seat / Home of: Lady Smith, widow of Sir John Smith.
Past Seat / Home of: Vansittart family, 18th-19th centuries. Francis Cherry, 19th century. Lionel Gordon Baliol Brett, 4th Viscount Esher, 20th century. Sir John Lindsay Eric Smith, 1962-2007.
Current Ownership Type: Individual / Family Trust
Primary Current Ownership Use: Private Home
House Open to Public: No
Historic Houses Member: No