National Trust - Monk's House

Fantastic historic site

This is such a thoughtfully preserved house, with many things that were there when Viriginia lived there (her arm chair by the fire, her bed etc). But they also added other things that made it specia...

Charming and poignant

Charming, poignant, quintessentially English experience. To walk in the footsteps of the great Bloomsbury set is a wonderful think to do. The house has been sympathetically restored to how it was when...

One volunteer spoilt my day

I was really looking forward to visiting Monks House but this was spoilt in the first room with the female guide loudly and rudely, in the crowded room, telling me not to "hang on to the chair" wherea...

So peaceful

Well worth a visit but essential to book in advance as the cottage is small. Room guides were very knowledgeable which added to the visit. Beautiful garden with views to the Downs and a lovely feeling...

Worth a visit

A lovely insight into the life of Virginia and Lawrence Woolf plus their circle of friends. The tiny cottage is charming and the gardens are well cared for. Do also visit the church of St Michael & Al...