The five-storey property retains many of its original features, which include: 

• Historic panelling 

• A fine open staircase 

• Wooden floorboards 

• A quirky cellarette cupboard 

• Coal holes  

• Original 17th-century door handles.  

• The 18th-century front door still has its original anti-burglary devices intact, including a heavy chain with corkscrew latch and spiked iron bar over the fanlight.  

 

Every room in the House is available for hire, and so are the period chairs and window seats—each offering its own unique slice of history.

 

The Parlour 

Located on the ground floor, this beautifully wood-panelled room with its original fireplace is straight out of a period drama, providing a rich, atmospheric setting.

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The Withdrawing Room 

On the first floor, the Withdrawing Room offers an evocative backdrop overlooking Gough Square. With its original wooden floors and window seats, this gallery room can be divided into two spaces—one traditionally for ladies, and the other for gentlemen. Flooded with natural light from three sides, it is bright on summer evenings and enchantingly atmospheric in winter.

 

The Library and Will Room  

The book-lined Library, adorned with classic gold drapery, and the adjacent Will Room across the second-floor landing provide more intimate spaces ideal for talent interviews and smaller shoots. Both rooms are quiet, well-lit, and steeped in history.​​

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The Garret 

At the very top of the house lies the Garret—where Dr Johnson and his assistants once compiled the famed Dictionary of the English Language. This authentic 18th-century space, reminiscent of a struggling writer’s sanctum, adds an extra layer of historical allure to your project.

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Discover the charm and authenticity of Dr Johnson’s House—a unique venue where history comes to life, offering an unparalleled setting for your film and photography projects.