East Cliff HallEast Cliff Hall was the home of Merton and Annie Russell-Cotes. The building of East Cliff Hall was begun in 1897 and was completed in its first form in 1901.
The Main Hall & StairsThe exquisite main hall with its plush staircase encapsulates the grandeur of the late-Victorian era.
The Dining Room & ConservatoryThe Dining Room is one of the principal showrooms of the house and contains some of the finest decoration to be found in East Cliff Hall.
The Morning RoomThe Morning Room was used by Merton as his Study, despite the provision of a Study one upstairs.
The Drawing RoomThe Drawing Room was used as a spectacular showcase for Merton and Annie’s fine and decorative art collection.
The Green RoomThis room was originally used as guest bedroom throughout Merton and Annie’s residence, most probably by their grandchildren when they came to stay as a treat.
The Mikado's RoomThe Mikado’s Room was originally devoted to displaying the Russell-Cotes’ Japanese collection.
The Moorish AlcoveA trip to the Moorish Palace of Alhambra in Granada inspired them to build this Moorish Alcove.
The BoudoirThe Boudoir was Annie’s private room. A sanctuary away from the rest of the world, where she could come to read, sew or take in the magnificient view.
Tour of the Upper FloorA guided tour of the Upper Floor of the Russell-Cotes Art Gallery and Museum with curator Duncan Walker.
