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Villa Petraia, watercolour by M. Nixon, publ. 1916.

House & Garden tours

From great historical gardens to the private oases of garden designers and homeowners, our house and garden tours offer an escape from the urban environment. The focus spans classical forms of domestic architecture, where country houses, villas and private gardens act as places of refuge, freedom and self-expression, to brilliant modern public spaces, designed to keep the preoccupations of the city at a distance.

We offer the chance to explore every aspect of the garden and its environs, from great Renaissance creations in Italy and France to the cultural traditions of Japan’s exquisite temple gardens; from famous gardens and little-known treasures in the northern counties of Scotland, to the wild flora of Portugal and the allure of Tuscany. Privileged access is a feature, with contributions from garden designers, homeowners and head gardeners.

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Gardens in the Highlands Horticulture and garden design in northern Scotland

Gardens & Villas of the Campagna Romana From formal to frivolous in spectacular settings

Gardens in the Highlands Horticulture and garden design in northern Scotland

Gardens & Villas of the Italian Lakes Como and Maggiore

Great Irish Houses Country houses both sides of the border

" The entire experience was delightful. Colin Crosbie was extremely knowledgeable, passionate, and friendly. The gardens, the weather, and transportation were superb. " Gardens in the Highlands - Horticulture and garden design in northern Scotland

" Absolutely right – exactly the gardens I should have wished to visit, with the right amount of time allocated to each. " Gardens & Villas of the Campagna Romana - From formal to frivolous in spectacular settings

" Colin Crosbie was outstanding. His knowledge, experience and passion made a winning combination. " Gardens in the Highlands - Horticulture and garden design in northern Scotland

" The variety of gardens was very thoughtfully chosen. The range and variety of types of garden from the 16th to the 20th century was beautifully illustrated. " Gardens & Villas of the Italian Lakes - Como and Maggiore

" Anthony Lambert is almost perfect: learned, well-prepared, witty, articulate, thoughtful, respectful, friendly with everyone and quietly helpful, as needed. " Great Irish Houses - Country houses both sides of the border

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House & Garden tours