The Salutation
by Sir Edwin Lutyens 1912
The Salutation was built by Sir Edwin Lutyens in 1911-1912 for William, Gaspard and Henry Farrer as a weekend retreat to enable them to enjoy the coastal air. Named after an Inn that originally stood within the grounds, the main house is supported by Knightrider House, Gatehouse, Coach House and Gardeners Cottage.
Having been hidden and neglected for over a decade, there has been a considerable renovation programme carried out on both the house and its gardens which are now open to the public. Visit www.the-secretgardens.co.uk for information on the gardens. The main house however remains a private residence.
Set within the town and adjacent to the River Stour, surrounded by 3.5 acres of delightful Lutyens and Jekyll gardens and almost entirely encircled by the old city walls, the house is afforded a remarkable level of privacy.
The accommodation reflects the integrity of the house and gardens, the rooms are truly world class. Like a fine claret leaving you with a rounded after-taste, our rooms are tailored for the connoisseur.