Overview

Osborne House was Queen Victoria's favorite country retreat. Built between 1845 and 1851, under the personal direction of Prince Albert, it was given to the nation shortly after the Queen's death. A tour of the house reveals royal apartments, state rooms and a royal nursery suite, brimming with fine paintings and furniture plus some very touching and precious royal mementos. If you visit the terrace you can enjoy splendid views of the house and grounds, while a short walk or a ride in a horse-drawn carriage will lead you to Swiss Cottage, which was a haven for the royal children.