The Pig at Combe 

A country-house hotel in Gittisham, East Devon, set in a 16th-century manor with three walled gardens and the outdoor eatery The Folly. A countryside-stay option for travellers who want gardens and time between plans.

THE PIG-at Combe
Gittisham, Honiton
Devon EX14 3AD
 

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Why MoonTrip selected It

The combination of a historic house, walled gardens and an outdoor dining option gives this stay a clear fit with MoonTrip’s interest in places where an itinerary can be kept simple. Our selection is based on the hotel’s published information, rather than a first-hand visit. Room comfort and quiet can vary; check the specific room and location before booking.

Rest Ratings

Rest Score: 3.0 / 10.0

Comfort:3.0 / 10.0

Quiet: 3.0 /10.0

Atmosphere 3.0 / 10

Design  3.0 / 10

Moontrip Verdict 

Consider it for a garden-led East Devon stay with a historic-house setting. Check the room category carefully: the hotel’s Wagons are approximately three-quarters of a mile from the main house. This is a research-based recommendation, not a first-hand stay review.

Review

THE PIG-at Combe is in Gittisham, near Honiton, in East Devon’s Otter Valley. The hotel describes its main building as a 16th-century Elizabethan manor, with three walled gardens and The Folly, its rustic outdoor eatery.

Why it may suit a slower trip
The gardens and on-site dining offer a reason to leave gaps in the itinerary rather than spend every day travelling between attractions. The hotel’s official visitor guide also describes local walking routes, including a loop towards East Hill and Gittisham village of approximately 3.75 miles. Check route conditions and whether the distance suits you before setting out.

What to check before booking
Look at the exact accommodation category and its position on the estate. The hotel notes that its Wagons are about three-quarters of a mile from the main house, so do not assume every room is in the manor. Confirm accessibility, restaurant arrangements, current rates, availability and cancellation terms directly with the hotel.

Editorial basis
This listing draws on the hotel’s official accommodation and visitor pages. It does not claim a MoonTrip visit, independently verified quiet levels or a guaranteed restorative outcome. Any displayed scores are separate editorial values, not ratings supplied by the hotel.

Official sources
https://www.thepighotel.com/at-combe/
https://www.thepighotel.com/at-combe/hotel-in-devon/
https://www.thepighotel.com/at-combe/plan-your-visit/