Colour, supreme comfort and incredible food in the E Devon countryside: a cabin for 2
Space & setting.
Picture a riot of colour and patterns that brilliantly collide into dreamy interiors. Add superb local art and handmade ceramics, delicious farm-to-table food, and sweeping views over the Coly Valley and you have the basis of Glebe House: a truly special place to stay in East Devon. Inspired by Italian agrotourismos, with their home-grown seasonal food and slow pace of life, owners Olive and Hugo transformed his childhood home — a Georgian vicarage — into a boho-chic modern retreat for those who need rejuving. She has decorated every corner with exuberance and flair; he heads up the award-winning artisan restaurant, and the whole place has a gentle, sociable feel.
Southleigh Cabin is a romantic hideaway in the gardens, spun from local cedar with pink panelling, Pooky lampshades, hand-painted murals and the comfiest bed. We stayed in a rainstorm and adored listening to it drumming down on the roof while we cosied up by the woodburner. The next day, bright sunshine meant we could explore Glebe’s 15 acres — including a vegetable and cuttings garden, an on-site bakery and temperature-controlled ageing room for curing meats. With the Jurassic Coast 4 miles away, and a swimming pool and tennis court on-site, there’s everything you could possibly need for a restorative escape, and whilst a cute kitchen means you can self-cater if you want, superb food is a mere 100m away… and breakfast is included in your stay.
Getting here: drive, or train to Honiton then taxi (10 mins)
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Sustainability.
The cabin was built from locally managed wood. The kitchen and restaurant use vegetables grown on site or ingredients by local producers/farmers. Reduced waste measures with a set menu and waste composter. Solar panels help power the electricity. All toiletries and cleaning products are ethical and sustainable with no chemicals.
Surrounds.
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In-house restaurant -
Pasta-making workshop -
Art workshop -
Foraging -
Beer Beach -
Local woods -
- Various experiences are on offer including foodie workshops (bread making, pasta, charcuterie), foraging, mackerel fishing and art classes.
- Ask for a picnic and adventure off on one of the recommended local walks. We love the Beer – Branscombe route, stopping at Hooken Beach for your feast.
- For a change of scene, local foodie options include The Kingfisher (2.5 miles; traditional pub food in the neighbouring village of Colyton); The Pig at Combe (4.5 miles, superb food from their kitchen garden) & The Anchor Inn at Seatown (13 miles, beach pub with clifftop garden and amazing food).
- Head for a shoreline sauna and sea swim at either Lyme Regis or Seatown.
- Admire the ever-changing art collection in the main house; green dots mean the piece is for sale. Or zip to Colyton to visit the Finn Studio – Olive’s favourite gallery.
- Go antique-ing in Bridport or The Antique village near Exeter.
Specifics.
- Cabin in the garden, overlooking the Coly Valley
- Open-plan layout warmed by a woodburner
- Kingsize bed with Naturalmat mattress
- Baby cot / camp bed / highchair on request
- Ensuite bathroom with rainfall shower and underfloor heating
- Bathrobes, St Eval scented candles and Bramley / Faith in Nature toiletries
- Kitchen with Smeg induction & oven, fridge freezer and cooking equipment
- Fresh milk, tea and coffee
- Slippers, coffee-table books, umbrellas, walking sticks, WiFi
- Book of local walks
- Dog friendly – £30 fee per dog
- Reception is in the main building
- Restaurant opening: breakfast 7 days a week (included); dinner from Monday– Saturday; lunch on weekends
- Heated swimming pool open April – September
- Tennis/croquet available all year, equipment to borrow
- Drive to shops and pubs (10-20 mins)
- Booking conditions: a 2-night minimum stay. Closed annually 23 Dec – 15 Jan
- Remember to pack: wellies/walking boots, swimming costumes
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30% deposit, with the balance due 8 weeks prior to stay.
Cancellations permitted 8+ weeks prior to stay, with deposit refunded minus a £30 processing fee.
No refunds if booking cancelled within 12 weeks of stay.
FAQs.
Yes – best to book in advance. Try Sparkys – 01404 47670 or Millstream – 01404 45825.
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- Lyme Regis –a bucket and spade beach, ice creams galore and fish’n’chips or Poco Pizza
- Pecorama in Beer: an Old Steam Train with beautiful gardens overlooking the coastline
- Crabbing off Axemouth harbour near Seaton
- Take a boat out from Beer beach and try mackerel fishing
- Visit the Donkey Sanctuary in Branscombe
Kitchen Supper: Monday-Saturday.
Casual but hearty eg delicious pies or a rather epic vegetable lasagne, follow by a seasonal pudding. £30/head, pre booking essential.
Dinner: Thursday-Saturday. A regularly changing, fixed menu; composed of 4 courses and delicious extras. Designed according to the season’s bounty. £60/head.
Saturday lunch. A slightly lighter offering, consisting of 3 courses; antipasti, pasta and pudding. £35/per head.
Sunday lunch. Similar to Dinners, with 4 courses, but a more relaxed and pared back affair. £45/head
No, the outdoor swimming pool is open May-Sept.
Yes, we love dogs. However, we do have a few rules:
Dogs are strictly not allowed on beds and sofas, and must be on a lead in the restaurant and communal areas. Dogs must be supervised at all times and owners must pick up any mess. Any damage caused by a dog will incur an additional charge.
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