Cotehele has beautiful grounds, with broad vistas of the river Tamar – which forms the border between Devon and Cornwall, off in the distance. 
The house is built from grey granite, lovely in sunshine but perhaps a little foreboding on a grey winter day.
But there are always fresh sights opening up.
They have a large variety of daffodils, some very old with wonderful fragrance.
Plenty more spring flowers.
And I don’t know how many favourite flowers a girl is allowed, but these are some of mine.
I only had time to see a small part of the beautiful gardens at Cotehele, so I must go back later in the year. Perhaps then I’ll take a woodland walk to the river bank.
Click on any photo for a clearer view.
Lucid Gypsy 
Wonderful pictures. The flowers are spectacular.
This looks like such a wonderful place! Thank you for the stroll! I love the spring flowers!
Absolutely beautiful, I just love your photographs. 🙂
Gilly this looks like a spectacular place to visit….the golden sea of daffodils is gorgeous and your post is a celebration of the colour of spring. I think you and I share lots of favourite flowers, and you caught them perfectly 🙂
It looks as though Spring is the time to visit the gardens,so many flowers, you can have as many favourites as you please! I love the grey stone of the buildings, the arch in the garden, I can stroll there in a moment 🙂
It’s hard to imagine it could be any more beautiful in summer, Gilly – it’s Springtime aspect has everything bright and beautiful. But perhaps that’s when the buildings and views have a chance to shine! 🙂
Now I appreciate what a cloud of daffodils looks like. But Gilly, WHAT is the SPOTTED/checked flower in photo #10?? I’ve never seen anything like it…..
Oh my dear it’s a snakeshead fritillary, and I absolutely love their delicate little blooms dancing away in the breeze. 🙂
It’s just so beautiful there Gilly and you’ve captured it perfectly! 😀
lovely flowers
The photos of the flowers are awesome. Great photography.
I so love the architectures from the old days, so much art and beauty! love your photos ^.^
The fritillaries are favourites of mine, Gilly 🙂 The granite looks wonderful against the blossom.
Utterly gorgeous Gilly! Your close-ups are outstanding. New lens?
Thanks Madhu, no just a lens I don’t often use!
Love the warm feel of your post … A relief … Especially I can just remember your winter days posts