Otter Country House

Description

Otter Country House – An exclusive-use retreat venue in Devon

Set within 80 acres of landscaped gardens, woodland and wildlife-rich parkland, Otter Country House is a Condé Nast award-winning estate offering an inspiring corporate event venue in the South West. Known for its restorative atmosphere and exceptional hospitality, it provides a calm, nature-led setting for leadership retreats, wellbeing programmes and private company gatherings.

Accommodation

The estate sleeps up to 72 guests across 37 bedrooms, giving teams the space and comfort needed for multi-day events. The Main House includes 15 luxury ensuite bedrooms with views over the gardens, while the Garden Rooms provide 16 additional ensuite spaces only moments away. Three unique boltholes sit within the grounds: the Treehouse with its balcony and roll-top bath; the Playhouse featuring three double bedrooms; and the Shed, a two-bedroom hideaway with its own entertainment space.

Indoor spaces

Otter Country House offers a thoughtful selection of indoor rooms designed for meetings, dining and creative work. The Georgian Orangery is the primary event space, seating up to 190 guests in a bright, elegant setting suited to conferences, wellbeing sessions and gala dinners. The house also includes lounges, drawing rooms, a conservatory and a dedicated conference room, all styled with vintage art, soft furnishings and characterful details that encourage relaxed conversation and focus.

Outdoor spaces

The estate’s Mediterranean-inspired gardens, walled garden and woodland trails provide a tranquil backdrop for outdoor meetings, wellness activities and informal gatherings. The Italian garden and garden pavilion are popular locations for yoga, breathwork or reflective sessions, while extensive lawns offer space for group activities. Traditional pizza ovens, outdoor dining areas and secluded paths create opportunities for team dinners, breakout walks and unhurried time in nature.

Dining and catering

Fully catered, exclusive-use stays are supported by an in-house catering team known for five-star service and menus led by estate-grown ingredients and produce from local Devon suppliers. Guests can enjoy garden-fresh meals, wood-fired feasts or relaxed pizza evenings. Whether planning working lunches, celebration dinners or multi-course tasting menus, the catering and hospitality teams deliver professional and personalised service throughout.

Corporate and group events

As an exclusive-use corporate retreat venue in Devon, Otter Country House is well suited to wellness retreats, strategy days, team gatherings and off-site leadership events. The estate’s peaceful location, inspiring interiors and attentive in-house team create the right balance of focus and relaxation. Flexible spaces, tailored hospitality and private accommodation allow businesses to design events that support wellbeing, collaboration and creative thinking.

Facilities and amenities

• Exclusive-use access to the 80-acre estate
• Georgian Orangery for up to 190 guests
• Multiple lounges, drawing rooms and meeting spaces
• Mediterranean-style gardens and Italian garden
• Garden pavilion and outdoor dining areas
• Outdoor pizza ovens
• Fly fishing and croquet lawn
• Woodland walks and bicycles available
• Luxury treehouse and unique cottage accommodation

What's nearby

The estate sits within easy reach of Devon countryside trails, local villages and market towns. Exeter and the surrounding area offer additional dining, cultural experiences, and coastal excursions, making the venue well-placed for extended corporate stays or post-event leisure.

Getting there

By car: Around three hours from London and approximately 80 minutes from Bristol.
By train: About 30 minutes from Exeter St Davids and three hours from London Waterloo.