Outside the Loughwood Meeting House, Devon, in spring. — Loughwood Meeting House in spring | © National Trust Images/David Sellman

Houses and buildings in Devon

Discover the grand houses and curious family homes across Devon. Step inside and find things to inspire and entertain all the family, whatever the weather.

A view of the bookshelves and table with the draped windows in the background, inside the Library at Killerton, Devon

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Killerton House

Explore the country house residence of Sir Francis Acland, 14th Baronet, home of the Acland family from the late 17th century.

The library at Knightshayes with bookshelves wrapping round the walls, gold wallpaper and sofas.

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Knightshayes House

This 19th-century manor house, full of quirks and curiosities, is a rare example of the work of William Burges. His lavish designs have always inspired extremes of opinion.

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Arlington Court

Discover an unexpected jewel on the edge of Exmoor, a complete family estate held by the Chichester family for over 500 years.

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The house at Coleton Fishacre

The 1920s country home of the D’Oyly Carte family where Art Deco features, sea views and light and airy designs create an intimate atmosphere.

The Drawing Room at Greenway in Devon. Floral patterned sofas and chairs face each other surrounding a marble fireplace with large gold mirror above. Cabinets filled with ceramics line the walls.

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Greenway House

Step inside the holiday home of Agatha Christie and her family. Find out more about the rooms used by the family and the treasures they collected.

Visitors explore the staircase hall at Saltram, looking at the artworks and ceiling window

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Saltram House

Feast your eyes on Robert Adam’s neo-classical saloon at Saltram, lose yourself in the stories in the Chinese wallpaper and wonder at the sheer volume of books in the library.

View across the lawn to the house at Shute Barton, Devon

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Shute Barton

A few times a year the house is opened for pre-booked guided tours. These reveal the rich and varied history of the house and residents.

The doll's house made in 1906, in the Service Corridor at Castle Drogo, Devon

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Castle Drogo

Explore the interior of the last castle to be built in England and discover its precious treasures and family stories.

Three decorated and lit Christmas trees stand in the Great Hall with a volunteer decorating each one.

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Buckland Abbey and Great Barn

Part museum and part house, the abbey is filled with treasures. Step inside the medieval Great Barn: a tithe barn which is unchanged since it was built centuries ago.

Blacksmith working in the water-powered forge at Finch Foundry, Devon

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Finch Foundry

The last working water-powered forge in England. Explore this fascinating example of Victorian engineering.

A picnic bench in long grass outside Loughwood Meeting House

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Loughwood Meeting House

Discover the historical features of Loughwood Meeting House, one of Britain's earliest surviving Baptist meeting houses, as well as what to see and do in the surrounding area.