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Mamhead Park South, a hidden coastal gem nestled in stunning Devon countryside, offers a different take on luxury. This historic estate has been lovingly rewilded, blending opulent living with the tranquility of nature. As you explore the grounds, you'll find ancient woodlands, lush meadows filled with wildflowers, and scenic walking paths that invite relaxation and reflection.

This isn’t just a retreat—it's an eco-luxury experience. Rewilding efforts at the estate have transformed manicured landscapes into thriving natural habitats, where wildlife flourishes. Birds such as red kites, kingfishers, and woodpeckers soar through the skies, while water voles, herons and mallards make their homes.

Subscribers can fully immerse themselves in the estate's beauty, enjoying the serene gardens, the charm of the Lakehouse at Devon Sculpture Park, and the surrounding wildlife. Whether you seek peace, renewal, or a deeper connection to nature, Mamhead Park South offers a sanctuary like no other - a place where history, art, and nature harmoniously come together.

The Robert Adam Orangery offers a sublime blend of historical grandeur and natural beauty. This enchanting estate, with its sweeping lawns, ancient woodlands, and panoramic views over the Exe estuary, is a true sanctuary. A majestic tree-lined driveway welcomes you into a world where heritage meets serenity, leading to the Orangery, a Grade II* listed coastal gem that exudes timeless elegance.

The architecture, with its grand façade, ornate stonework, and tall, mullioned windows, evokes a bygone era of opulence and sophistication. Inside, high-ceilinged rooms filled with soft natural light open onto terraces and gardens with breathtaking views to the sea below, offering tranquil spaces for both reflection and celebration. The estate’s parkland stretches for miles, with secluded walking paths winding through the lush greenery, alongside Capability Brown gardens dotted with centuries-old trees.

Tucked within the enchanting grounds of Mamhead Park South, the Lakehouse offers more accommodation and a serene hideaway where art, nature, and conservation converge. Perched on the edge of a small shimmering lake, this charming retreat is surrounded by wildflower meadows, ancient woodlands, and undulating hills that have been carefully nurtured through an ambitious rewilding project.

As you retreat to the Lakehouse hovering over the lake, you’ll be immersed in a world where art and nature exist in harmony, surrounded by the tranquil beauty of Devon Sculpture Park’s extraordinary rewilded landscape. It’s a place to reconnect with the wild, to experience the serenity of nature’s revival, and to embrace the quiet magic of this unique sanctuary.

The Estate comfortably sleeps 14 people in 6 bedrooms between The Orangery and the Lakehouse. And includes ample space for dining and relaxing on its large terraces and decks with stunning sea views or intimate settings over the magical copse that surrounds the lake.

Enjoy the full estate for a family gathering, an adventurous offsite or a chance to gather with family, friends or colleagues. Explore all its diverse attributes from architecture, art, garden. Its the ultimate place to relax, renew and restore.

What you get:

• Sleeps 14

• The Orangery

• The Lakehouse

• Meeting Rooms

• Summerhouse

• Terraces

• Expansive gardens

• Tennis court

• Lake with rowing boat

* If on monthly paid subscription you can stay 5 days after 10 months.

Book your annual 5-day stay, sign up to our subscription-based membership today and begin your journey to experiencing Mamhead Park South.

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This unique private 100 acre historic coastal retreat has numerous gems, including its architecture, Capability Brown Gardens, rewilding project and contemporary sculpture park.

The Robert Adam Orangery combines Mediterranean style sea vistas with its grand Romanesque architecture and a towering dome that acts almost like a lighthouse to the sea in front. A throwback to the ancient ship owners that once owned the place.

There are views to die for: Unfettered in the winter. Hazy in the summer.

An amazing place to meet and relax. A true escape from it all. Adventures and stories to be made. History at every corner in this Domesday Book place.

Films and episodes of TV shows are shot regularly here. You can book a film or photo shoot.

One of the last Capability Brown gardens in southwest England features here. Restored and rewilded. Cascade gardens flow with water and flora. Terraces overlook the sea.

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The Art is everywhere. A shrine to contemporary and environmental open-air art. This private collection is becoming one of the wonders of the southwest.

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The rewilding project is celebrated.

The summer house is still a working studio. One that guests staying at the Robert Adam Orangery can enjoy.

The Lakehouse hovering over the Capability Brown lake is refreshing in the summer and cosy in winter (thanks to its underfloor heating!).

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The extraordinary Robert Adam Orangery is the ultimate, sumptuous retreat. A long weekend to cherish for life. A place for any season!

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Then there are the smugglers tunnels that still operate down to the sea. And the timeless architecture, some of it even harking back to the Domesday Book. We dare you to spend a Halloween night in the park. Badgers, foxes and black fallow stags to boot! Hopefully this collection of photographs is the next best thing.

The above images were developed by two exciting new southwest light artists collaborating with Robert Marshall MRSS on an exciting new project at the sculpture park.

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Mamhead Park South features the Robert Adam Orangery, which is considered one of Britain’s finest historic coastal houses. It sits perched on a hill overlooking the sea, with Capability Brown gardens surrounding it.

There is also the stunning Lakehouse that hovers over the Capability Brown lake surrounded by nature and art.

The Capability Brown gardens are a dream. Packed with flaura and fauna. 15 acres that make up one of the world's leading historic garden rewilding projects.

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