Description:The image above shows the ground and chamber plan of the Sutherland Cottage in Tittensor.
The ground plan shows many of the facilities which featured in the cottage, including a large kitchen which had separate storage, a pantry and a larder.
The plan also shows outdoor areas such as the yard and garden house which belonged to the cottage. Outbuildings are also featured in the plan, including the coach house and wash house.
The upper floor of the Sutherland Cottage had three large bedrooms, one of which had an adjoining dressing room. The upper floor also featured a bathroom and the plan includes sketches of the fixtures in this room including a washbasin, toiled and bath.
The size of the Sutherland Cottage and the range of rooms and facilities featured indicate that the property was intended for a relatively wealthy family, particularly considering rooms such as the wine cellar and well appointed bathroom. The Cottage was also designed to accommodate a servant.