A little gem of a place hidden away in the back streets of Chelsea. Thomas Carlyle and his wife lived her for the last 47 years of his life from 1834. Whilst Thomas is famous for his weighty literary contributions to historic events, most notably his analysis of the "French Revolution" his wife was a prolific letter writer. Unlike many properties lived in by famous people, nearly all the furnishings and artefacts are the originals from when he lived in the house. There is no lift, but it's well worth going upto to his specially constructed study on the fourth floor which was designed with a double exterior wall to reduce the noise from the busy park nearby.

Hidden gem in London. This is a great place of historical interest in Chelsea. It was the home of Thomas & Jane Carlyle, and appears to be preserved as a Victorian town house. As it is a town house rather than a big estate you only need 1-2 hours to explore so it is a great way to spend an afternoon and offers something unique to the big museums and palaces in London.

This is one of very few National Trust properties in Central London and by far the one in the nicest location. You could easily combine it with a trip to the Saatchi Gallery (outstanding); the National Army (10 min away) or Battersea Park. As soon as you put a foot in this property you could easily transport yourself to the Victorian period with the well-preserved interior, the photographs of the Thomas and Jane Carlyle and all the information spread around the property.

Really fascinating 19th century house with masses of information, not just about Carlyle and his wife, but their connections to the literary greats of the time: Dickens, Thackeray, Poe, James, Emerson. Cash only if you're not a NT member.

I was transported back in time. If you are interested in history, and like me are drawn to old houses this is a gem. Not to be missed. A lot of information around the house. The guides were super friendly. Amazing this house and all it’s furniture has survived to today.

Lovely little house to visit. There are various information guides dotted around to read. Hugh knows all about the house as well so you can ask questions. Interesting to look round and find out about Thomas Carlyle. Nice outside toilet! You have to climb stairs but not too many. It is a four storey town house in a nice quiet road.

I've visited many a National Trust place over the years and always have a great day, but the staff at Carlyle's House are the most engaging and enthused I've met at any property. They love to talk about the history but will happily leave you to explore - and there's a lot to explore with huge amounts of reading material that you can leave or enjoy at your own pace. The garden is lovely to simply sit in - best visited on a sunny day of course - and there is a working outdoor loo that is perhaps best enjoyed as an amusing bit of history. As a side note, Carlyle's wife Jane is surprisingly interesting and the extracts from her diaries well worth a read for slander, scandal, and gossip.

A great visit. does not happen very often to be in place frozen in the time and space. this is the feeling you will have when you visit the place. the house is in the same status of late 1800 when the house become immediately a museum after the death of Mr C. (how Mrs Carlyse was used to call the historic litterate). And up to you to spend fee moment or hours inside the house. there is no guided tour but every room is full of information that answer to most of your questions. And in case you can ask to the National Trust's staff. you can enter in the details of the life of this famous couple of the Victorian age.

Great house to visit in London very peaceful and brilliant that national trust looking after it unaltered from Carlyle's day and the connection with elite in British literature and it's writing also his work on Oliver Cromwell was important in detailing his story must visit for everyone

Intriguing and entertaining property. Excellent volunteers and staff.

A wonderful house with a beautiful garden and very friendly staff.

Fascinating house. Friendly and informative custodians

Fabulous little house in Chelsea, home of the Carlyle's, a couple who I wasn't familiar with but who had very interesting lives. Lovely garden too, very quiet and tranquil. Well worth a visit...but it has limited opening times.

What a lovely experience. Personal welcome and goodbye at the front door. Very informative overview of the person, house and times - then left to wander around and appreciate this little gem.

One of my favourite writer's homes. You get a real feel of what life might have been like

Thomas Carlyle was a Victorian author who wrote dull historical books. His wife Jane was a much livelier writer of letters. Their house is a well preserved Victorian home with many original pieces. The rooms are small but full of interest. It is tucked away between Kings Road and the Thames, and is worth visiting if you are in the area. It's free for National Trust members, if not it's £8

Lovely little museum showing a snapshot of middle class life. Docents are very knowledgeable.

..such knowledgeable guides, full of enthusiasm and really detailed knowledge Of the Carlyle's. Interesting letter from Disraeli.

Really interesting little property. Guide, Julie, was very knowledgable and gave a fascinating talk about Carlyle. Enjoyed seeing all the famous signatures on 80th birthday document.

Just back from visiting this amazing property, (23 August 23). You need to book as it is only open on Wednesdays, but it is not difficult - just navigate their website. It really is worth a visit. Carlyle was an amazing man and associated with many famous writers who visited the house. It is steeped in history. Our guides were pleasant, friendly, and knowledgeable. Catherine and Baxter could not have done a better job! Baxter welcomed us and Catherine gave us a run down on the basic history etc. She was obviously very interested herself, and naturally this rubs off on her visitors. I strongly recommend adding this to your visiting list. It would be a good idea to read up about the Carlyles and basic history before your visit as this would give you a good grounding which would enhance the experience even further.

One of the very few National Trust Properties in central London.

Really takes you back in time. A visit for a cold or rainy day.

Going back in time

What a great place

A great experience - the attic room was a revelation which one was unprepared for by the lower floors. Many thanks to the two knowledgeable blokes who welcomed me. I hope to come again.

Transport yourself back 150 years to Victorian London. Enjoyed stepping through a house where Dickens, Tennyson, Browning and Thackeray met together. The interiors are amazing and gives you a good insight to social history at that time.

Worth the visit. Great support staff, very knowledgeable.

Great insight into his life and times. The house has much of the Carlyle's furniture still in place. The visit doesn't take much more than an hour or so. Well worth the visit!

We had a great time exploring this historic house. It’s exactly like stepping back in time. The staff were also kind enough to let us wander at our own pace, as I find it’s a problem at other historic sites.

Worth a visit!

Interesting place home of Thomas Carlyle

Hugely atmospheric, authentic interior with a wonderful , original physic garden

Amazing experience

(Translated by Google) Time stopped at a so-called romantic time. this house, testimony of the taste and the life of XIX English. A touch of nostalgia interesting also on the historical and artistic level. (Original) Le temps s'est arrêté à une époque dit romantique. cette maison, témoignage du goût et de la vie du XIX anglais. Un brin de nostalgie intéressant aussi sur le plan historique et artistique.

Wow. Awesome!

Fascinating glimpse into Victorian life.

Beautiful house with interesting interior - a great place to visit, even if you have no idea who Carlyle is. The staff is more than willing to give you tons of information.

A great central London National Trust property, fascinating history and very helpful and knowledgable young guides

An interesting Victorian house. I'm not sure whether I'd share the former owner's views on life.

Get a real feel for the Victorian artistic circle at this beautifully preserved house where Carlyle lived for 57 years & most of the literary, art & political world visited.

So much history I did not even know about. So much so I must go back!

Such a sweet and cosy little place.

Well presented and informative.

Small but very well run property, no refreshments but easy walking to King's road.

Loved it, staff lovely , friendly. A hidden gem.

Really interesting place to visit.

Interesting,

Hugely interesting famous COUPLEs quaint 5 story house visited too by many famous people of the day. Fascinating paintings

An understated gem☺