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Privacy and prestige
Set within its own private grounds, combining understated luxury with complete seclusion, making it one of South Devon's most distinguished holiday retreats
Perfect for groups
Bringing together exceptional spaces, luxurious comforts and room for everyone to unwind, Higher Cross Park is tailor-made for group getaways and special celebrations
Large gym and cinema room
With a fully equipped gym and private cinema room, every detail has been thoughtfully designed to entertain guests of all ages in unrivalled comfort and style
Higher Cross Park Overview
Tucked away at the end of a private country lane, where rolling South Hams countryside meets the dramatic Devon coastline, Higher Cross Park is an extraordinary coastal estate offering complete seclusion, breathtaking sea views and an exceptional setting for unforgettable stays with family and friends. Surrounded by acres of private grounds and commanding panoramic vistas stretching from Hope Cove to Burgh Island and beyond, this is a place where life's most memorable moments unfold against one of the finest backdrops in the South West.
Designed with both celebration and relaxation in mind, the house seamlessly blends timeless character with contemporary luxury. Sleeping up to twelve guests across six beautifully appointed bedrooms, Higher Cross Park offers an abundance of space for guests to reconnect, retreat and savour precious time together. Every room has been thoughtfully considered, creating interiors that feel sophisticated yet welcoming, grand yet deeply comfortable.
At its heart lies a magnificent double-height orangery, bathed in natural light and centred around an impressive kitchen and dining space designed for lingering breakfasts, long lunches and atmospheric evening suppers. Oak beams, expansive glazing and beautifully crafted finishes create a space that is both striking and inviting, while bi-fold doors open effortlessly onto the sun-soaked courtyard beyond, blurring the boundaries between inside and out.
The house reveals a collection of beautifully curated spaces to suit every occasion. Sink into deep sofas beside crackling fires, escape to the peaceful reading room with a favourite book, enjoy movie nights in the cinema room, challenge one another in the games room or start the day with an invigorating workout in the private gym. Whether seeking sociable spaces or moments of quiet solitude, Higher Cross Park offers a remarkable sense of freedom throughout.
Outside, the estate truly comes into its own. Landscaped gardens spill towards uninterrupted coastal views, while the heated swimming pool and bubbling hot tub invite long afternoons beneath open skies. An outdoor kitchen, pizza oven and barbecue create the perfect setting for leisurely entertaining, while the spectacular art-deco inspired bar provides a front-row seat to some of the most captivating sunsets in Devon. As day turns to evening, gather with a glass in hand as the coastline glows gold and the horizon slowly fades into twilight.
Despite its wonderfully private setting, Higher Cross Park is perfectly placed to explore the South Hams' most treasured corners. The golden sands of South Milton, Bantham and Thurlestone are all within easy reach, while the South West Coast Path offers endless opportunities for spectacular walks, wild swimming, surfing and paddleboarding adventures. From beachside lunches and coastal exploration to relaxed afternoons by the pool, every day here can be as active or as unhurried as you choose.
For those seeking an elevated experience, bespoke concierge services can be arranged throughout your stay, from private chefs and wellness treatments to childcare, surf tuition and tailored local experiences, ensuring every detail is thoughtfully taken care of.
Higher Cross Park is far more than a luxury holiday home. It is a private coastal sanctuary designed for milestone celebrations, multi-generational escapes and unforgettable weeks spent together, a place where exceptional surroundings, unrivalled privacy and the beauty of the South Devon coast combine to create something truly extraordinary.
Need to knows:
Pets - Higher Cross Park allows up to two well behaved dogs - second dog at an additional charge
WiFi - There is Wifi throughout the property so if you need to stay in touch with the outside world you can!
No smoking inside property
Swimming pool open May - October - please enquire about other times for an additional fee
Travel cots and highchairs available on request
Layout
Ground Floor
- Large open plan kitchen and dining area for 10-12
- Orangery with bifold doors leading out on to courtyard and barbecue area
- Snug Room with sofas, log burner and Smart TV
- Reading Room with comfortable sofas and log burner
- Study with desk, Smart TV and french doors leading to courtyard
- Fully equipped Gym with Smart TV
- Cinema and Games Room with pool table
- Wet Room with shower, basin, WC, bench, hanging pegs with storage for pool towels
First Floor
- Master bedroom with kingsize bed with sea and countryside views from private balcony (Hope Cove)
- Ensuite bathroom with shower, bathtub, basin and WC
- Kingsize bedroom with views over Dartmoor (Bantham)
- Family Bathroom with walk in shower, bathtub, basin and WC
- Kingsize bedroom with views over the gardens (Leas Foot)
Second Floor
- Family Suite with kingsize bedroom (Beesands)
- Adjoining Twin bedroom (Hallsands) accessed via a private landing
- Bathroom with walk in shower, basin and WC
Pool Suite
- Private stairwell from The Orangery
- Kingsize bedroom (Yarmer) with private balcony, including seating area and loungers leading to the pool area and gardens
- Ensuite bathroom with walk in shower, basin and WC
- Open plan living area with sofa and Smart TV
Bar
- Seperate art deco style bar annexe with log burner and views over to the sea and moors.
Outside
- Large landscaped gardens
- Hot tub
- Swimming Pool
- Sunloungers
- Outside dining tables
- Gas Barbecue
- Outside sofas
Finer Details
Appliances
- American style Fridge-freezer
- Fridge freezer in Utility Room
- Wine cooler
- Two dishwashers
- Drinks fridge in bar
- Four Oven Aga
- Juicer
- Blender
- Microwave
- Two Nespresso machines
- Pizza Oven
- Smart TV's
- Gas Barbecue
- Free WiFi throughout with full fibre broadband (FTTP)
- Sonos sound system
- Hairdryers
- Quooker tap
- Tumble dryer
- Washing Machine
- Printer
- Pool Table
- Jacuzzi
- Yoga Mats/Exercise balls
- Gym Weights
- Rowing Machine
- TRX
- Crosstrainer
- Punch bag
- Table Tennis table
- Hot tub
Parking
- Parking for up to five vehicles
Facilities
- Outside Dining
- Comfortable outdoor seating on sun terrace and in the garden
- Large private gardens
- Swimming Pool - open May to October
- Art Deco style bar
- Junior Football nets
- Outdoor games equipment
- Cinema/Games Room
FAQs
Sleeps
12
Beds
- 5 Kingsize bedrooms
- 1 x Twin
Changeover Day
Friday for peak periods, flexibility at other times and for short breaks
Arrival and Departure
Arrival from 4:00pm, departure by 10am
Coffee Machine
Two Nespresso machines with original pods
Wifi Speed
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Bed Linen
High quality bed linen supplied and changed weekly
Toiletries
Land & Sea Toiletries provided
Towels
Each guest has one hand towel and one bath sheet
Dog Friendly
Yes, two well-behaved dogs accepted, one dog included, second dog at an additional charge
Mobile Reception
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EV Charging Locations
Refundable Security Deposit
£2500
Additional Information
- Garden with lawn
- Swimming Pool
- Pool changing room
- Hot Tub
- Seperate gym
- Cinema and Games Room
- Two outside dining tables with Pizza Oven
- Sunloungers
- Outdoor sofas
- Outside Art deco bar in its own building with log burner and honesty bar
- Hair dryers available
- Gas BBQ
- Separate utility room with ironing board and iron
- Parking for five cars
- Travel Cot and High Chairs both available.
- Swimming Pool open May-October - additional fee payable at other times on request
- If you’d like to check any specific information that isn't mentioned in our descriptions, please call us and speak to one of our Holiday Consultants or see our FAQ's page.
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Higher Cross Park Location
Set along one of the South Hams’ most enchanting stretches of coastline, Thurlestone is a timeless Devon village where rolling countryside gives way to wide sandy beaches, hidden coves and far-reaching sea views. Sheltered by its unique position on the coast, the village enjoys a famously gentle microclimate and takes its name from the iconic Thurlestone Rock — a dramatic sea arch that has become emblematic of this quietly beautiful corner of Devon.
With the South West Coast Path weaving along its edge, days here are shaped by salt air and slow adventure. Wander to the golden sands of Bantham for surf and sunsets, or follow the coastal trails to Hope Cove, where pastel cottages tumble towards the sea. Every walk reveals another breathtaking view, rugged cliffs, turquoise shallows and wild headlands stretching endlessly into the distance.
Despite its peaceful setting, Thurlestone is wonderfully well-served. A welcoming village pub, local shop and post office sit alongside a luxury hotel and spa, tennis courts and two exceptional golf courses. The renowned cliff-top links at Thurlestone Golf Club offer one of the most spectacular rounds in the South West, where sea breezes and glowing evening skies accompany every fairway.
Just ten minutes away, the estuary town of Kingsbridge offers a lively mix of independent boutiques, artisan delis, cafés and waterside restaurants, while nearby Salcombe — the jewel of the South Hams — invites long lunches, sailing adventures and lazy afternoons spent hopping between beaches by ferry across crystalline waters.
For gardens and views that linger long after you leave, the subtropical terraces at Overbeck’s provide an unforgettable vantage point above the coastline, where exotic planting meets sweeping ocean panoramas.
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