Yahoo Web Search

Search results

  1. www.english-heritage.org.uk › visit › placesOsborne | English Heritage

    'It is impossible to imagine a prettier spot,' said Queen Victoria of Osborne, her beloved home on the Isle of Wight. Today, a visit to Osborne offers something for everyone to enjoy. Inside the house, get an intimate glimpse into royal life as you explore private apartments and grand reception rooms lined with furnishings and artworks from the ...

  2. Osborne House is a former royal residence in East Cowes, Isle of Wight, United Kingdom. The house was built between 1845 and 1851 for Queen Victoria and Prince Albert as a summer home and rural retreat. Albert designed the house himself, in the style of an Italian Renaissance palazzo.

  3. Osborne House, former residence of the British royal family on the Isle of Wight, England. The estate was bought by Queen Victoria in 1845, and the present house was completed in 1851 by Thomas Cubitt from plans prepared by Prince Albert. Queen Victoria died there on January 22, 1901.

    • The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica
  4. May 1, 2014 · Former retreat for Queen Victoria and Prince Albert (circa 1845) still retains a large collection of the royal couple's possessions, art work and photographs. Also home to the Swiss Cottage for Victoria's children, and the private beach and bathing machine. Duration: More than 3 hours.

    • (6.1K)
    • Attraction
    • York Ave, East Cowes
    • osborne house isle of wight1
    • osborne house isle of wight2
    • osborne house isle of wight3
    • osborne house isle of wight4
    • osborne house isle of wight5
  5. People also ask

  6. Jun 21, 2021 · Osborne House on the Isle of Wight is famous as the holiday home of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert, where they spent many a summer relaxing with their large family.

  7. Osborne House, Queen Victoria’s family home, is one of the most popular tourist attractions on the Isle of Wight. After first visiting Osborne, Queen Victoria wrote: 'It is impossible to imagine a prettier spot'. Highlights include: • Victorian opulence and extravagant interiors • Stunning Indian décor of the Durbar Room

  1. People also search for