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Lewis Cottage

4 acre garden located on SW facing slope in rural mid Devon. Evolved primarily over last 30 yrs, harnessing and working with the natural landscape. Using informal planting and natural structures to create a garden that reflects the souls of those who garden in it. It is an incredibly personal space that is a joy to share. Lower half of garden under restoration; some parts may not always be accessible.

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Lewis Cottage
Lewis Cottage
Lewis Cottage
Lewis Cottage
Lewis Cottage
Lewis Cottage
Lewis Cottage
Lewis Cottage
Lewis Cottage
Lewis Cottage
Lewis Cottage
Lewis Cottage
Lewis Cottage
Lewis Cottage
Lewis Cottage
Lewis Cottage
Lewis Cottage
Lewis Cottage

About Lewis Cottage

At the bottom of a winding unmade Devon farm track lies Lewis Cottage. Buried in the glorious Mid Devon countryside, surrounded by 4 acres of wild, informal but beautiful gardens & woods, Lewis Cottage is a hidden gem of a garden, a wonderful combination of relaxed planting schemes & formal borders, with woodland areas dedicated to attracting wildlife. It’s winding walkways, woods & interesting selection of unusual trees & plants, make it a garden rich in variety.. Built in the 16th century by French Huguenot refugees, the current owners took over an established but overgrown 1 acre woodland garden that has expanded over the last 30 years to its current size. Working mostly on heavy clay, the garden displays a large range of plants that can be grown in these conditions in both sun & shade.
The garden featured on BBC Gardeners World in 2017 & West Country TV in 2015. Several editorials in Devon Life, an article in The RHS Garden magazine & Country Life & an extended feature in Country Living May 2019 as well as many appearances on Radio Devon. We are delighted to be opening the garden once again after stepping back for a couple of years & to be included in the Yellow book & look forward to welcoming both new and regular visitors in 2026 to see the garden being restored.

Website:

https://www.lewiscottageplants.co.uk

Lewis Cottage features

Location details

Lewis Cottage,
Spreyton,
near Crediton,
Devon,
EX17 5AA

Directions to Lewis Cottage
From Hillerton X keep stone X to your R. Drive approx 1½m, Lewis Cottage on L, drive down farm track. From Crediton follow A377 N. Turn L at Barnstaple X junction, then 2m from Colebrooke Church.

Lewis Cottage openings

For this open day you can book your tickets in advance. Click on the yellow button below to book or you can just turn up and pay on the day.

Refreshments Home-made teas.
Admission Adult: £5.50
Child: £0.00
Opening times 12:00-17:30

For this open day you can book your tickets in advance. Click on the yellow button below to book or you can just turn up and pay on the day.

Refreshments Home-made teas.
Admission Adult: £5.50
Child: £0.00
Opening times 12:00-17:30

For this open day you can book your tickets in advance. Click on the yellow button below to book or you can just turn up and pay on the day.

Refreshments Home-made teas.
Admission Adult: £5.50
Child: £0.00
Opening times 12:00-17:30

For this open day you can book your tickets in advance. Click on the yellow button below to book or you can just turn up and pay on the day.

Refreshments Home-made teas.
Admission Adult: £5.50
Child: £0.00
Opening times 12:00-17:30

For this open day you can book your tickets in advance. Click on the yellow button below to book or you can just turn up and pay on the day.

Refreshments Home-made teas.
Admission Adult: £5.50
Child: £0.00
Opening times 12:00-17:30

For this open day you can book your tickets in advance. Click on the yellow button below to book or you can just turn up and pay on the day.

Refreshments Home-made teas.
Admission Adult: £5.50
Child: £0.00
Opening times 12:00-17:30

For this open day you can book your tickets in advance. Click on the yellow button below to book or you can just turn up and pay on the day.

Refreshments Home-made teas.
Admission Adult: £5.50
Child: £0.00
Opening times 12:00-17:30

For this open day you can book your tickets in advance. Click on the yellow button below to book or you can just turn up and pay on the day.

Refreshments Home-made teas.
Admission Adult: £5.50
Child: £0.00
Opening times 12:00-17:30

For this open day you can book your tickets in advance. Click on the yellow button below to book or you can just turn up and pay on the day.

Refreshments Home-made teas.
Admission Adult: £5.50
Child: £0.00
Opening times 12:00-17:30

Visit by Arrangement

This garden opens for By Arrangement visits from June to September for groups of between 12 and 24.

Please contact the garden owner to discuss your requirements and arrange a date for a group or bespoke visit.

Refreshments Tea, coffee & cake.
Admission Adult: £5.00
Child: £0.00

Accessibility

  • Wheelchairs/motorised buggies not advised due to garden being on a slope (though many have successfully tried!).
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FAQs

Yes, cashless payment is accepted.

Sorry, there is no available parking for coaches at Lewis Cottage at this time.

Yes, dogs are welcome at Lewis Cottage. Please keep the dogs on fixed short leads in the garden and keep in mind that you are responsible for controlling the dog’s behaviour. For any specific rules please ask the owners.

Yes, there are various plants offerred for sale at Lewis Cottage, please enquire with the owners for more details.

Sorry, Lewis Cottage does not yet accommodate wheelchair users.

Yes. Lewis Cottage seeks to offer a sustainable refuge for nearby fauna and wildlife. These sanctuaries host diverse habitats supporting indigenous flora and fauna and nurturing local biodiversity.