Earlier Houses: There was an earlier Tudor style house, built by Thomas Johnson, to the north of current house.
Built / Designed For: John Burton Phillips
House & Family History: The Heath House is a 19th century house in the Tudor Gothic built for John Burton Phillips, the owner of Tean Hall Mills in Checkley. The house is built on an H-plan, with an attached L-shaped Service Wing. In June of 2006 The Heath House and 127 acres were put up for sale for £4 million; the house didn't sell and the listing was withdrawn in 2009. In early 2021 the house, together with 404 acres, was listed for sale for £6.25 million.
Country Life: CXXXIII, 18 plan, 62, 1963.
House Listed: Grade II*
Park Listed: Not Listed
Current Seat / Home of: Justin and Sophie Philips
Past Seat / Home of: John Burton Phillips, 19th century.
Current Ownership Type: Individual / Family Trust
Primary Current Ownership Use: Private Home
Ownership Details: Available for weddings and events.
House Open to Public: By Appointment
Phone: 01538-722-212
Email: [email protected]
Website: http://www.theheathhouse.co.uk
Historic Houses Member: Yes