Business Details
43 Years
experience
Luxury Guest Rooms and Self-Catering in South Devon
South Allington House is a Grade II Georgian manor house nestled in a secluded valley of South Devon, offering guests a tranquil rural retreat. With over four decades of experience welcoming visitors, the business provides elegantly appointed en-suite guest rooms in the main house and two self-catering barn conversions within its four-acre grounds. Strategically located between Start Point and Prawle Point, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the property combines historical charm with modern comforts. Guests enjoy access to recreational facilities including tennis courts, croquet lawns, and coarse fishing, while benefiting from proximity to South Devon's coastal attractions. The self-catering units accommodate up to 12 guests, featuring fully equipped kitchens and flexible booking options.Sustainability is central to operations, with initiatives including renewable energy systems, plastic waste reduction, and wildlife conservation partnerships. The property's location provides easy access to beaches, coastal walks, and nearby towns like Kingsbridge, Dartmouth, and Totnes. Family-owned and operated, the business maintains a commitment to preserving local ecosystems while delivering authentic Devonshire hospitality. Guests can explore the surrounding natural habitat, which supports diverse flora and fauna including endangered species. The property's heritage and environmental stewardship create a unique offering for visitors seeking both comfort and ecological responsibility.
Services
Guest Rooms
Self-Catering
Coarse Fishing
Tennis Court
Croquet Lawn
Details
- Year established: 1983
Highlights and features
- 40 years of experience providing Devonshire hospitality
- Sustainable tourism certified with renewable energy systems
- Direct access to South West Coast Path and beaches
- On-site tennis, croquet, and coarse fishing facilities
- Family-friendly accommodation with flexible booking options
Services
Guest Rooms
Five en-suite guest rooms in a historic Georgian house offering tea/coffee facilities, television, and hairdryers. Guests enjoy access to extensive grounds with recreational facilities. Located near South Devon's coastal attractions for convenient exploration.
Self-Catering
Two fully equipped self-catering units sleeping up to 12 guests. Features include modern kitchens, laundry facilities, and flexible booking options. Pet-friendly with designated areas and amenities for families.
Coarse Fishing
On-site coarse fishing available in estate ponds. Complements outdoor recreation options including tennis and croquet. Accessible to all accommodation guests within scenic grounds.
Tennis Court
Full-sized tennis court available to all guests. Located within main house grounds alongside croquet facilities. Complements coastal activities and local walking routes.
Croquet Lawn
Traditional croquet lawn accessible to all accommodation guests. Part of estate's recreational facilities alongside tennis court and fishing ponds. Enhances countryside leisure experience.
People
Barbara Baker
Owner
With 40 years of hospitality experience, Barbara has maintained South Allington House's reputation for warm Devonshire welcome while implementing sustainability initiatives.
Edward Baker
Owner
Co-owner with Barbara, Edward has preserved the estate's heritage while modernising facilities. Their combined leadership maintains the property's environmental commitments.
Questions
What accommodation types are available?
We offer five en-suite guest rooms in the main house and two self-catering units sleeping up to 12 guests.
Are pets allowed on the premises?
Dogs are welcome in self-catering units with prior arrangement at £25 per week, maximum two dogs.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept bank transfers and cash payments, but cannot process credit or debit card transactions.
What local attractions are nearby?
Lannacombe Beach is 5 minutes away, with Kingsbridge, Dartmouth, and Totnes offering additional attractions within easy driving distance.
What sustainability initiatives do you implement?
We use renewable energy systems, plastic reduction measures, and participate in wildlife conservation schemes with RSPB.
Reviews (4)
Kay Burton
Sep 01, 2021
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We stayed here last week, its just amazing, thanks to Barbara and Nick, you must visit this place its amazing .
Gabriel Marshall
Jul 20, 2021
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Very pleasant location. Toilets and showers function, sadly no more cream teas served at the house. But otherwise one of the my favourite places. Nuf sed
Chris Taylor
Oct 20, 2020
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A weekend's camping at South Allington. A very picturesque campsite with showers, toilets, washing up facilities. Plusses, the environment, near to Lannacombe beach and East Prawle, great space for children to play, reasonable pitch fees.
Negatives, smell of pig farm in parts of the site, adequate rather than luxurious facilities, very noisy group of revellers on the first night.
Negatives, smell of pig farm in parts of the site, adequate rather than luxurious facilities, very noisy group of revellers on the first night.
Philip Lee Andreae
Jul 18, 2019
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Very interesting place to stay lots of comfortable self catering out buildings, didn't sample the breakfast at the main building though so can't comment. They hosted a large birthday party weekend with no problems at all.