Queen Charlotte's Cottage, London

Name: Queen Charlotte's Cottage
Address: London, United Kingdom

#190 among attractions in London

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Nestled within the verdant embrace of Kew Gardens in Richmond, London, Queen Charlotte's Cottage stands as a charming historical landmark, exemplifying the rustic beauty of an 18th-century country retreat. This quaint cottage, originally built as a royal retreat for Queen Charlotte and King George III, is an idyllic escape from the bustle of city life and offers a glimpse into the pastimes of Georgian royalty.

The cottage exudes an aura of tranquility and is renowned for its simple yet picturesque architecture, featuring a thatched roof and white-washed exterior. It was constructed in the 1770s and was often used for the royal family's picnics during their stays at nearby Kew Palace. The interior of Queen Charlotte's Cottage is adorned with charming decorations and period furnishings, transporting visitors back to a time of elegant leisure and courtly entertainment.

One of the most striking features of the cottage is its renowned natural surroundings. The cottage is set within a conservation area that includes the Bluebell Wood, known for its stunning carpet of bluebells that bloom in the spring. This botanical spectacle creates a magical setting that has been admired for centuries and continues to draw visitors from around the globe.

While the cottage itself is not always open to the public, the grounds of Kew Gardens provide ample opportunity to admire the building's exterior and the surrounding landscape. Queen Charlotte's Cottage is included in the admission to Kew Gardens, which is open year-round, although the cottage's interior is accessible only on special open days or by guided tour.

Coordinates: 51°28'24"N, 0°18'17"W

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Richmond upon Thames (Kew)London United Kingdom

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Queen Charlotte's Cottage – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Kew Gardens, Kew Palace, Great Pagoda, Syon House.

0.4 miNE
Plants from the Arctic to the Tropics
Kew Gardens, London
12 min walk • Nestled in the leafy suburb of Richmond upon Thames, Kew Gardens is London's largest UNESCO World Heritage site and serves as a verdant sanctuary for plant lovers and those seeking a tranquil retreat from the bustling city.
0.8 miNE
Vernacular architecture, Palace, Georgian architecture
Kew Palace, London
22 min walk • Kew Palace, nestled within the verdant expanse of the Royal Botanic Gardens in London, stands as a modest yet historically rich royal residence. This distinctive red-brick palace, dating back to the 17th century, served as a family retreat for King George III and his...
0.4 miE
Pagoda
Great Pagoda, London
11 min walk • The Great Pagoda, standing majestically within the verdant expanse of Kew Gardens in Richmond, London, is a remarkable example of 18th-century British fascination with Chinese design. This octagonal ten-story structure, soaring to a height of 163 feet (nearly 50...
0.4 miNW
Park, Vernacular architecture, Historical place
Syon House, London
11 min walk • Syon House is the west London residence of the Duke of Northumberland. A Grade I listed building, it lies within the 200-acre Syon Park, in the London Borough of Hounslow.
1 miSW
Bridge
Twickenham Bridge, London
25 min walk • Twickenham Bridge crosses the River Thames in southwest London, England. Built in 1933 as part of the newly constructed "Chertsey Arterial Road", the bridge connects the Old Deer Park district of Richmond on the south bank of the river to St.
0.4 miNW
Monastery
Syon Abbey, London
10 min walk • Syon Abbey, also called simply Syon, was a dual monastery of men and women of the Bridgettine Order, although having abbesses during its exitance.
0.5 miNW
Park
Syon Park, London
13 min walk • Syon Park is the 56.6 hectare garden of Syon House, the London home of the Duke of Northumberland in Isleworth in the London Borough of Hounslow.
0.8 miS
Church
Duke Street Church, London
21 min walk • Duke Street Church is a conservative evangelical church in Duke Street, Richmond, south west London. It is a member of the South East Gospel Partnership. The church was founded in 1870 by Frederick Brotherton Meyer, and met initially in a tin tabernacle in Park Lane, Richmond.
0.8 miS
Park, Playground
Richmond Green, London
21 min walk • Richmond Green is a recreation area near the centre of Richmond, a town of about 20,000 inhabitants situated in south-west London. Owned by the Crown Estate, it is leased to the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames.
0.9 miN
Memorial
Richmond War Memorial, London
24 min walk • The Richmond War Memorial is located in front of Whittaker Avenue, between the Old Town Hall and the Riverside in Richmond, London. It marks the deaths of local individuals who died fighting in World War I and World War II.
0.9 miN
Theater
Watermans Arts Centre, London
24 min walk • Watermans Art Centre is a combined arts centre. It is located in Brentford, England alongside the banks of the River Thames overlooking Kew Gardens in West London, England.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Queen Charlotte's Cottage?

Nearby attractions include Syon Abbey, London (10 min walk), Temperate House, Feltham (11 min walk), Great Pagoda, London (11 min walk), Old Deer Park, London (11 min walk).

How to get to Queen Charlotte's Cottage by public transport?

The nearest stations to Queen Charlotte's Cottage:

Bus

Natural Area • Lines: Kew Explorer (5 min walk)
Temperate House • Lines: Kew Explorer (12 min walk)

Metro

Richmond • Lines: District (19 min walk)
Kew Gardens • Lines: District (23 min walk)

Train

North Sheen (25 min walk)
Brentford (26 min walk)