Sand

An elegant Elizabethan manor rebuilt in the 1590's by the Huyshe family and then carefully restored and extended in the early 20th century by Roland Huyshe with help from the architect, E H Harbottle. The new work is pure Tudor and virtually indistinguishable. The gardens shelter a late 15th century hall and a 1600 thatched summerhouse.

Visitor Opening TimesBack to top

The House, garden and tea room will be open:
Easter Sunday and bank holiday Monday - April 24 & 25
May Day bank holiday Sunday & Monday - May 1 & 2
Spring bank holiday Sunday & Monday - May 29 & 30
All Sundays and Mondays in June: 5,6; 12,13; 19,20; 26,27
August bank holiday Sunday & Monday - August 28 & 29
the year.

Tours will be arranged according to demand, all dates open from 2pm - 6pm.
Other dates as advertised on our website. Last admission to house & garden 5pm. Groups by appointment throughout the year.


PLEASE NOTE THESE OPENING TIMES SUPERCEDE THOSE IN THE FRIENDS HANDBOOK.

Please contact the property for up to date opening times

Groups and special visitsBack to top

Stella and Stephen Huyshe-Shires welcome groups over 20 outside the normal public open times. Sand is one of the hidden gems of East Devon: a beautiful stone house set in a tranquil valley garden, and has been owned by the same family since 1560. The tour includes not only architecture and history but also a personal view of the trials and delights of living in such a home. The tearoom serves real tea, real coffee and real cake. Please write, telephone or email for further details or to make a booking.