Being a history buff, I loved Drayton Hall. This is a preservation house, meaning it is preserved as is, not restored to a specific time. Yes, the rooms are empty but it is so you can see the craftmanship of the woodwork, brickwork, and see the house as it is, being kept safe and in a state of preservation. The self-guided audio tour is excellent and guides you through all the accessible rooms, from the basement where the kitchen was to the main floor parlor rooms, dining room and library. The back staircase is beautiful, with remnants of the original red coloring. A docent is available to answer any questions, and I had to ask her to point out the finger prints and hand prints on the bricks in the dining room. The bricks were made by enslaved children around 6 or 7 yr old.
The grounds and house are beautiful, and well worth a visit. The entire staff I encountered were very friendly and always smiling. I would certainly visit again.