Magical Coleton Fishacre Gorgeous Home & Garden in South Devon England

The stunning Coleton Fishacre estate near Kingswear in Devon, England encompasses a 24-acre garden and a house in the Arts and Crafts style.The property was purchased in 1925 by Lady Dorothy and Rupert D'Oyly Carte. Rupert was the son of Richard D'Oyly Carte, the impresario behind Gilbert and Sullivan and the Savoy Hotel. Rupert succeeded his father as Chairman of the Savoy Hotel Company in 1903.
The D'Oyly Cartes hired architect Oswald Milne to design Coleton Fishacre, and he created the house to sit in harmony with its coastal valley surroundings, making the most of the sea views and natural light. Coleton is situated in a little eco-climate of its own. The exotic flowers and plants are all very established and abundant.
The Arts and Crafts design of the Coleton Fishacre home was achieved by using stone quarried from the garden. Inside the Grade II listed house are all kinds of Art Deco treasures, from furniture to vases, glassware and china, many original to what was a family home.
From the house and terraced gardens is a beautiful walk through the woods to end in a stunning view of the sea from a lovely cliff garden. From the gazebo, you can look down over the quarry and valley below; and take in stunning views out to sea.
At the bottom of the garden, visitors can access the rugged, unspoilt stretch of the South West Coast Path. Don’t miss Pudcombe Cove viewpoint to see the tidal swimming pool built for the D’Oyly Cartes.
The exotic flowers and plants are all very established and abundant. There is also a 100-year old Tulip tree which was planted around when the house was built.
According to ‪@TheRHS‬ the sub-tropical garden created by the D’Oyly Cartes introduced large numbers of unusual shrubs and trees. Almost frost-free, the range and size of Southern Hemisphere trees and shrubs are remarkable, and rare plants flourish in the warm formal terraces around the house. Tender and exotic plants from New Zealand, the Mediterranean and South Africa thrive in a climate which is as mild as south Cornwall. The Hot Border at the bottom of the terraces is filled with fiery planting, loved by Rupert D’Oyly Carte. A stream runs through the Rill Garden where annuals, perennials and roses present a fragrant patchwork of pastel hues. Water runs down the valley, which is dammed to make small pools along the way where damp-loving perennials luxuriate.
The bottom of the garden is an informal woodland, thickly planted with rhododendrons, azaleas and camellias, sitting alongside exotics including bananas, ginger lilies and tree ferns. Paths weave through wildflower meadows along a shelterbelt of trees, providing space for den building and picnics on the coast.
Coleton Fishacre was offered to the ‪@nationaltrustcharity‬ in 1982
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[@marks.5502]

This video is a captivating celebration of the natural world and the artistry of gardens. It's inspiring to witness the vibrant colors, delicate blooms, and peaceful landscapes showcased here. A true feast for the eyes and soul!

[@tomlaws9927]

A really incredible garden leading to a spectacular view of the Channel. A beautiful house as well.

[@Magicplaces1]

So glad you enjoyed the video Tom! Coleton Fishacre is indeed a spectacular property!