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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.
     
    WC not available when house is closed. No adapted WC. Grounds too steep for wheelchairs. Youth hostel on site (tel. 0870 770 6016). Special opening during magnolia flowering time. Special garden and tea-room opening at weekends during Feb half-term. Max. of 25 people per group. Access is only suitable for mini-coaches, contact the property office for details
     
    Guided tours Guided tours
    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 in converted billiard room. Out of hours catering available
     

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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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