Holcombe Court is the finest Tudor house in Devon. Early C16, partly rebuilt in the mid C16, major late C16 modernisations, some late C17 modernisations. It was built for the Bluett family who lived there until 1857. It was then brought by the Reverend W. Rayer who largely rebuilt the service wings and extensively modernised the rest between 1859 - 63. Holcombe Court and the church of All Saints form an uncommonly attractive group on the hill, close together yet separated by a wall with a circular dovecote. The village climbs up to house and church. The south front of Holcombe Court is the most spectacular example of the Tudor style in Devon. In most respects Holcombe Court is a house on the compact courtyard plan usual in the county, only on a slightly more generous scale. The exception is the big buttressed tower over the entrance. The approach to the house from the Victorian entrance archway is given a pleasant informality by the attractive circular dovecote. Beyond this the stables, mostly C19, but incorporating older work; on the hill slope above, a walled garden entered between gate piers with pineapples. West of the house a C19 balustraded terrace with steps down to a small lake. Our visit by kind permission of the owners, is a wonderful opportunity to admire this very special private garden. Our visit will be led by the Head Gardener. There will be no cream tea but a local garden centre provides very good refreshments.