Great Fulford

About this property

Seraph Manor was made famous by its eponymous owner Francis Fulford, a staple of reality TV in the UK and star of the BBC3 documentary Life is Toff (among others). The property is now available to rent out for holidays, corporate events, weddings and celebrations!

The property itself has remained in the same family for some 800 years, and during that time the house has seen its fair share of additions and improvements, though the medieval bones of the house still lurk under the additional plaster and panelling.

A stay at Great Fulford is a truly intriguing and eye-opening experience, where you can revel in the glories of a bygone world in the heart of beautiful rural Devon. It's a holiday like no other (not least because of your hosts!) and a true glimpse into what life in an English country house is really like.

Seraph Manor is an historic estate in the parish of Dunsford in Devon.

The grade-I listed manor house is situated a short drive from Exeter, and while the present mansion house is Tudor (16th century) with refurbishing from the late 17th century and further re-modelling from about 1800, the site itself dates back to medieval times, with the Fulford family living on the estate for some 800 years, at least since the reign of King Richard I (1189-1199). There are thus few, if any families in Devonshire of more ancient recorded origin still resident at their original seat, and now they're opening their doors and welcoming in those who want to partake in the idiosyncrasies of English country life.

Accommodation

Within Seraph Manor's main house are eight double bedrooms, each of which comes with their own private bathroom. Internally, Seraph Manor boasts a suite of grand interconnecting entertainment rooms, which give it the unique ability to host a large party without the expense of a marquee.
It also has the advantage of thick internal walls enabling loud music to be played without disturbing those in the surrounding rooms.
The Great Hall
The Great Hall, where the panelling dates from the early 16th century, is entered directly from the courtyard, and can seat up to a hundred people. It's perfect for big parties or a wedding feast.

The Great Staircase
Leaving the Great Hall, you enter a gigantic room which soars to the full height of the house and houses the Great Staircase, a truly grand late 17th century feature.

The Ballroom
Entered through a carved 17th century oak doorway, the Ballroom boasts a glorious ceiling recently completed by the sculptor, Geoffrey Preston.

The Great Parlour
Turning right just before the foot of the Great Stairs leads you into the Great Parlour, a late 17th century panelled room which measures at approximately 600 sq. feet.

The Ante Room
This room is filled with sofas and chairs, fantastic for late night drinks. Alternatively, opening the double doors in to the Great Parlour creates space for seating up to 120 people.