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    The scientist Otto Overbeck lived here from 1928 to 1937 and the house contains his diverse and eccentric collections of curios, contraptions, natural history and nautical artefacts. The beautiful Mediterranean-style garden, with spectacular views over the Salcombe estuary, is home to many rare plants, trees and shrubs.
     
    Access is only suitable for mini-coaches (25 people), contact the property office for details. When House is closed, WC available only on advance request. No adapted WC. Grounds very steep for wheelchairs. Youth Hostel on site (tel. 0870 770 6016)
     
    Group Visits Group Visits
    Average length of visit: 2hrs. Introductory talk. General guided tour. Special interest tours: Meet the Gardener/Green Gardening£. Tour of Museum£
     
    Coaches Coach parking
    Minibus drop off with parking at the bottom of the hill (Courtney Walk)
     
    Catering On site catering
    Tea-room, self service, 35 covers. Freshly prepared sandwiches, soups, salads and ploughmans. Children's menu in school holidays. Out of hours catering available
     

    Please pre-book all group visits, tours and catering direct with our properties.

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    Close view of a Tulip 'Estella Rijnveld'
    © NTPL / Stephen Robson
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    • The National Trust also lease part of the house to the YHA
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