Something of an architectural curiosity as it is in part the remains of a medieval moated manor house and latterly a home with an exquisite art deco interior. The conversion was by the Courtauld family who commissioned architects and designers to create a modern home that retained as much as possible of Eltham’s medieval origins. Worth visiting to see how the architects rose to the challenge of blending ancient architecture with modern design.
http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/eltham-palace-and-gardens
15 minutes Eltham station (NR South eastern)