Bourne Eau House

The most charming private residence in the town must be Bourne Eau House, standing beside the river and overlooking Church Walk, a picture of peace and serenity from another age.

The front of the house is in South Street but it is the rear prospect that attracts and visitors can often be seen capturing the view with their cameras and it must surely be one of the most frequently photographed properties in the district.

It is a complex building, or a series of joined buildings in contrasting styles from different periods, and was extensively restored in recent years by American owners, but the result is a pleasing mix without ostentation and retaining the red brick Georgian appearance that enhances so many of the historic buildings in the town.

A large listed warehouse is joined to the house and this was once used for grain and seed distribution and although now in separate ownership, both house and warehouse have been closely connected in past years and a careful look will reveal the architectural styles that link their relationship.

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