Combe House Devon - Hotel & Restaurant

A truly luxury Devon hotel - wild romantic Elizabethan elegance surrounded by acres of wood and meadowland. A perfect luxury break in a perfect Devon village complete with thatched cottages, babbling brooks and a Norman church. At the end of a mile of winding drive you'll find nothing more English than Combe House, lovingly restored by Ken and Ruth Hunt to create a warm and relaxed atmosphere for a memorable luxury break in the country – which is why Combe House has recently been voted:

Devon's Hotel of the Year  - Devon Tourism Awards 2010
Top 100 Worldwide Hotels 2008 - Sunday Times Travel Magazine

A beautiful Devon Hotel charmed with its prominent oak-panelled Great Hall with huge log fire and cosy atmosphere, to the fifteen thoughtfully refurbished bedrooms, many offering glorious views over the fine estate and stunning Devon countryside.

Activities abound; from Honiton with its treasure trove of antiques to the Cathedral City of Exeter, long country walks along the World Heritage Coastline and the rugged open spaces of Dartmoor. There are many traditional Country pursuits too, such as fishing and horse riding and shooting. If you simply wish to unwind, relax with a drink beside the huge log fire and watch the sunset over the Devon hills.

Enjoy the ambience and splendour of this luxury Devon Hotel, the flavour of the freshly prepared cuisine and the warm friendly service that makes Combe a favourite haunt all year round.

Open each day for non-residents. All visitors always made most welcome for coffee, lunch and dinner.

Double room for 2 persons, per night - from £215 including full breakfast and VAT

Easily accessible just 2 miles off the A30 and 20 minutes from Exeter.

'Top 100 UK Hot Venues 2008' - The Brides Magazine

A very warm welcome awaits you at Combe House, Gittisham - a secluded Devon country estate where attention to detail, individuality and a personal service are guaranteed.

When you discover Combe House, a wildly romantic 16-bedroom Elizabethan Manor steeped in history and heritage, hidden in 3500 acres of lush countryside, where Arabian horses and pheasants roam freely, you know you’ve found ‘somewhere different, somewhere special’ for your wedding celebrations. We are fully licensed for civil ceremonies with a choice of 4 elegant rooms to choose from.

There is also the pretty Church of St. Michael’s in picturesque Gittisham, once described by Prince Charles as “The ideal English village” - cob and thatch cottages, village green and babbling brook. After taking your vows or church blessing we can arrange for a horse and carriage to take you up the mile of winding drive to Combe for your reception of 2 to 100 guests or 150 with a marquee on the croquet lawn.

Our Manager, Wedding Co-ordinator and Team give personal attention from the early planning stages through to organising the very finest detail and to supporting you on the day. Our Head Chef also meets with wedding clients to help create a bespoke menu and Ken will be happy to advise which wines from his cellar would be most suitable to accompany your wedding breakfast and budget.

Mark Lovell, Manager says “Relaxed informality is top of the agenda with emphasis on ensuring you feel totally at ease - almost as if you were having a wedding in your own home, but with all the hard work taken away.” Why not come along for a visit. We will be delighted to show you around and discuss what is important to you for your special day.

Special Offers - Please call for 2012 out of season Jan-Mar and Oct-Dec – Special prices dependent on dates. Please call for more details.

Combe House Weddings at a Glance

• Choice of Four Elegant Classic Civil Ceremony Rooms.
• Gittisham Village Church at the end of the picturesque drive.
• Combe Thatched Cottage perfect for Romantic Escapes and Honeymoon Nights.
• Registry Office, Honiton, Tel 01404 42531
• St Michael’s Church, Vicar Tel 01404 850634
• Guest Capacity from 2 - 100 (150 with a marquee on the croquet lawn).
• Guest accommodation 16 Suites and Bedrooms, including a Four Poster Bedroom, elegant Master
• Bedrooms, unique contemporary Linen Suite and a romantic Thatched Cottage with private walled garden.
• A very special and well chosen Wine and Champagne List - realistically priced.
• Beautiful gardens, estate and thatch village for wonderful photographic opportunities.
• Horse and carriage or vintage car transport from village church (1 mile away).
• Parking - ample, secure and hassle-free.
• Florists in house - Combe is renowned for its amazing flower arrangements.
• Comprehensive recommended suppliers list for all your Wedding requirements.
• Helpful ideas for all your entertainment and activities.
• Firework displays and marquees are available.
• Train Station 5 minutes away. London Waterloo to Honiton.
• Airport - Exeter International, 10 minutes drive via A30.
• Helipad - at Long W003-13.05 N. 50-46.44 O/S 192-143978.

'Top 100 Worldwide Hotels 2008' - Sunday Times Travel Magazine
'Top 100 UK Restaurants 2008' - The Restaurant Magazine

If you're looking for an extra 'special occasion' or business meeting venue in Devon, you've definately found it here!

Combe's 15 luxurious ensuite bedrooms offer all modern amenities required for business meetings, or gatherings for special occasions. A choice of 6 versatile meeting and dining rooms, all with natural daylight, offer spectacular views over the surrounding gardens and countryside, providing a tranquil, unhurried atmosphere that helps concentration. Stress melts away, as you inhale the crisp country air - leaving the mind free to focus clearly.

Combe has been described as a 'culinary find' and is being discovered by food critics far and wide. If you love fine cuisine and interesting wines, and require a special meeting or conference venue for a discreet executive gathering, then this is the place for you. When you take exclusive use of Combe, you can relax in the knowledge that the whole House is completely yours – total peace and quiet and no interruptions. Our dedicated team regularly takes care of many prestigious companies and offers attentive, yet unobtrusive service.

The sought after 18th Century Panel Room provides a distinctive, relaxed atmosphere for high profile meetings, important corporate occasions and special celebrations. A range of quality corporate activities and partners' programmes can easily be arranged. Telephone us on 01404 540 400 for a brochure or email us or click here to check availability.

 Day delegate rate based on 8 or more is £65.00.  This is inclusive of :

·        Private Room Hire

·        Table Refreshments & Meeting Set up

·        Complimentary WiFi

·        OHP/Screen if required

·        Welcome Tea/Coffee & Biscuits on arrival

·        Mid Morning Tea/Coffee & Biscuits

·        2-course Lunch (either starter and main course or main course and dessert) –

         alternatively Working Buffet Lunch.

·        Afternoon Cream Tea

If you are looking for a restaurant which serves great food and offers exciting wines, specially selected by passionate wine lovers, you will love the Restaurant at Combe House. Choose from select cuts of meat and game in season, or local, freshly caught fish - all sourced from West Country suppliers and cooked by a Master Chef of Great Britain and his brigade.

Add to this seasonal vegetables and aromatic herbs, hand picked from Combe's kitchen garden and you have true gourmet excellence. No wonder the Restaurant's reputation for fine food and friendly, dedicated service is fast growing, making it a favourite with house guests and locals alike - including diners from Exeter and Taunton who appreciate being able to escape the city and within 15-30 minutes find themselves dining out in acres of glorious countryside.Combe's ancient underground cellars provide perfect conditions for laying down fine wines and you'll find an interesting extensive list - all realistically priced, including one of the UK's best collections of Chablis.

In summer, the only place to be with your aperitif is al fresco - relaxing on the croquet lawn or under the majestic 300 year old Lebanese Cedar Trees watching a spectacular sunset over the Devon countryside.

In winter enjoy pre-dinner drinks and canapés in the cosy bar or sitting room, or relax in the Great Hall - in front of a blazing log fire. The perfect setting for good food and company. This is what memories are made of.

"Top UK Restaurants 2008 - the 100 best places to eat out in the UK" - awarded to Combe House by the Restaurant magazine

Lunch - 12 - 2pm
2 courses and canapés £29
3 courses and canapés £33

Dinner
3 courses and canapés £52.
Tasting Menu - 5 course   £70 - (Sun to Thurs.)

Sunday Lunch
3 courses and canapés £37

Devon Cream Tea - from £9
Coffee and homemade biscuits £5.00

Combe's Restaurant is open every day for Lunch and Dinner, including Sunday and Monday evenings. Visitors are always most welcome. Menus for vegetarians and those with special diets are available and there is a disabled toilet/washroom.