In short: Overbecks Museum and Garden is a garden in Salcombe, rated 4.5 out of 5 from 1,000 Google reviews, with dogs welcome.
Details checked · source: Google Places
About Overbecks Museum and Garden
Explore this fascinating Edwardian villa showcasing unusual collections, surrounded by subtropical gardens with stunning coastal views over Salcombe estuary. Family facilities include parking, toilets and baby changing, though note steep terrain limits wheelchair access.
What's nearby
- The Old Coach House, National Trust Overbecks Gardens next door
- South Sands Hotel & Restaurant 200m away
- Sea grass Meadows 250m away
- Harbour Beach Club Hotel & Spa 300m away
- Surf Ski Salcombe 300m away
Distances as the crow flies, via Google
Good to know
Parking
- ✓Free car park
- ✓Paid car park
- ✓Free street
- ✓Paid street
Accessibility
- ✓Accessible parking
- ✓Accessible entrance
Payment
- ✓Credit cards
- ✓Debit cards
- ✓Contactless
Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs.
Photos
Photos via Google
Opening hours
- Monday
- 10:30 AM – 4:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 10:30 AM – 4:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 10:30 AM – 4:00 PM
- Thursday
- 10:30 AM – 4:00 PM
- Friday
- Closed
- Saturday
- Closed
- Sunday
- 10:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours.
What visitors say
Beautiful well kept gardens. Wonderful views. Friendly staff. Lovely welcome on arrival. We parked 1.5 miles away in the NT carpark as we read the near carpark was small. It was a good if not windy walk, very sturdy shoes needed. I thoroughly recommend a visit.
· via Google
I walked from South Sands beach rather than risk the narrow windy road. Glad I did as there were very few passing places and I would have missed the picturesque walk. Overbecks is a beautiful house and garden and even with the heatwave the plants are doing well. Lovely views and highly recommend
· via Google
We were greeted by a really lovely friendly man on our arrival. He explained that the house was closed until further notice for a refurbishment programme which I didn't realise but it didn't affect our visit. The gardens are absolutely beautiful and very well maintained. We were lucky enough to see several hummingbird hawk moths and different species of butterfly. There is a cafe for refreshments and plenty of space and benches if you bring a picnic like we did. The views from the gardens are incredible. It was well worth the drive down tiny, winding country roads!
· via Google
One of my favourite National Trust gardens to have visited and a real must-see for any tropical plant enthusiast. Tonnes of inspiration, planting ideas and combinations worth noting. Loved the way it complimented an already beautiful landscape. Cafe (a small independent instead of an NT cafe) offered a range of well priced and good looking food; although we didn't try any of the ciabattas, they looked great. The drive there was a bit of a challenge but Overbecks was well worth it.
· via Google
Visitors say this garden features beautiful, well-maintained exotic plants and offers stunning views of the coast and estuary. They also highlight the delightful cafe with homemade snacks and cakes, as well as the friendly and helpful staff. Others mention the ample parking, despite the narrow access roads, and the availability of clean restrooms.
Summary via Google
At a glance
- Address
- Shapitor, Salcombe, TQ8 8LW Get directions
- Category
- Sightseeing & Attractions
- Guest rating
- 4.5 / 5 (1,000 reviews)
- Suitable for
- All Ages
- Setting
- Indoor & outdoor
- Dogs allowed
- Yes
- Good for children
- Yes
- Destination
- Salcombe
Quick answers
What are the opening hours of Overbecks Museum and Garden?
Overbecks Museum and Garden is open Mon–Thu 10:30am–4pm; Fri–Sat closed; Sun 10:30am–4pm (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go).
Is Overbecks Museum and Garden any good?
Overbecks Museum and Garden is rated 4.5 out of 5 from 1,000 Google reviews.
Is Overbecks Museum and Garden dog-friendly?
Yes, dogs are allowed at Overbecks Museum and Garden.
Is Overbecks Museum and Garden good for children?
Yes, Overbecks Museum and Garden is listed as good for children.
Is Overbecks Museum and Garden indoors or outdoors?
Overbecks Museum and Garden has both indoor and outdoor areas.
What ages is Overbecks Museum and Garden suitable for?
Overbecks Museum and Garden suits all ages.
Is Overbecks Museum and Garden wheelchair accessible?
Overbecks Museum and Garden has a wheelchair-accessible entrance.
Is there parking at Overbecks Museum and Garden?
Yes: free car park, paid car park, free street parking and paid street parking.
How do I contact Overbecks Museum and Garden?
Call Overbecks Museum and Garden on +44 1548 842893.