Yes they can wait inside the building where tour starts.
Yes. Plenty of shade. Try to get there when they open to avoid crowds.
Yes, also has a couple of places to eat, both with shaded areas
Yes, there are shaded benches.
Yes there are shade areas and under trees
Yes. There are multiple.
Yes, there are benches in shades area. They also have benches under the trees for picnic
Yes Lorraine Martin, there are areas your loved ones can wait until you have completed the tour. It is so very beautiful to see. Take plenty of pictures 😊.
There are several near the entrance.
@lorraine : Yes, the whole premises are owned by the family including a restaurant next to the entrance. There are a few large sun umbrellas and benches neat to the entrance and the restaurant too can be used for waiting.
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