Virginia's sister, the artist Vanessa Bell, lived at nearby Charleston Farmhouse in Firle from 1916, and though contrasting in style, both houses became important outposts of the Bloomsbury Group.
Virginia's sibling, Vanessa Bell, an accomplished artist, resided at Charleston Farmhouse in Firle from 1916. Both houses, despite their differing architectural styles, contributed significantly to the growth and influence of the Bloomsbury Group.