A family outing to Monet’s Garden inspired the creation of the moat’s lily garden, beautifully captured in this striking print.

When searching for their forever home, being close to the water was at the top of the Strawbridge’s must-have list. It was truly love at first sight when they saw the Chateau, and the moat was the icing on the cake.

It took them a couple of years before they ventured outside to plant their first trees. Since then, the grounds have served as a rich source of inspiration.

In 2019, the Strawbridges visited Monet’s Gardens in Giverny. Captivated by the incredible beauty of the lily garden, they returned to the Chateau and planted 30 lily rhizomes. They could not believe it when, a couple of months later, the lilies produced week after week of stunning flowers.

“Sometimes, you draw inspiration from the beauty of other places to enhance your own home. Our whole family loved the lily pond at Giverny, so it felt natural to take this inspiration to our own moat. We watch the lilies change each day – who knew they only bloom after three hours of sunlight? When the sun sets, the lilies gently close and go to sleep. Isn’t nature fascinating?” – Angel Strawbridge