One of the negative aspects of thatch is that it burns very easily. Once thatch has caught fire it's very difficult to extinguish flames and smoldering embers - which is why insurance companies tend to raise premiums considerably for buildings that have a thatched roofs.
See this post for more about this photo and Rustenberg Wine's open gardens.
Pamela
I am a total sucker for those outside stairs leading to an attic room!
Paul
Post authorFor sure! Except when it’s raining. Especially when it’s raining like it did this weekend! :P