Palatial by Pilgrim’s Rest standards, Alanglade was occupied by a succession of Transvaal Gold Mining Estate managers. It is, however, most strongly associated with its first occupants. Alan and Gladys Barry moved into the newly built house with their young family in 1916. today, the mansion is a period museum furnished in the Edwardian style, and seems to await the return of its first owners.

The Rose Garden: only the small rose garden still displays the strict, original period layout of bold lines, geometric patterns and herbaceous borders.

Enclosed Verandahs: airy verandahs doubled as sleeping space for the Barry household, which included seven children and many servants.

Erica’s Bedroom: the eldest daughter, Erica, was the only child to have her own bedroom, even though she only visited during school holidays.