Georgian vineyard manor
The Georgian mansion slopes down to the Exe Estuary through working vineyards, shaping a stay around tidal water and estate winemaking.
“The resulting aesthetic layers a poetic and abstract sense of place by way of hand-painted watercolour wallpaper, featuring local birdlife, by Devon-based artist Rachel Toll;”
What it’s good at
Remarkable
Complimentary arrival gin and tonics accompany personal greetings from chef Michael Caines.
Notable
A restored Grade II-listed Georgian manor house with an original sweeping estuary veranda.
What they say
Two Michelin Keys
Michelin
Also in Wallpaper*.
A tastefully restored Georgian country house set in peaceful grounds which stretch down to the estuary.
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
The Exe Estuary Trail runs right alongside the estate, offering level cycling paths past tidal sandbanks and quiet salt meadows.
The rooms
Garden Rooms open onto private terraces with outdoor hot tubs and fire pits overlooking the grounds.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
The 15-meter heated outdoor pool looks out toward the distant hills, flanked by sun loungers on the terrace.
The tennis court
A championship hard tennis court borders the croquet lawn, and walking paths wind down through the estate grounds.
Dogs stay too.
Pool House Restaurant & Bar
Steaks and local seafood are grilled over charcoal beside a suspended fireplace. Terrace tables look out over the vineyard.
At the table
The dining rooms serve Michelin-starred British menus, and a riveted copper bar pours cocktails on the ground floor.
How it began
The Baring banking family transformed an 18th-century farmhouse named Courtlands into this Georgian country estate during the 1760s.
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How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.