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Nestled on the tranquil banks of the Exe Estuary in Devon, Lympstone Manor Hotel combines five-star luxury and Michelin-star dining with a passionate commitment to hotel sustainability and eco-conscious hospitality. Designed to offer guests a memorable sustainable stay, Lympstone Manor and the estate has embedded green credentials into every experience. From elegant suites to summer vineyard tours and Shepherd Hut escapes.
Reducing Our Footprint: Environmental Initiatives
At Lympstone Manor, our Sustainability Plan follows the Relais & Châteaux “In Harmony With All Life On Earth” framework, pledged to UNESCO in 2024. As part of our dedication to sustainable practices for hotels, we regularly review, report, and update our goals across environmental, social, and economic sustainability pillars.
Biodiversity & Water Management
Our 28-acre estate supports biodiversity with pollinator-friendly planting, estate beehives, and re-wilding zones. We actively manage our woodland, ponds, and boundary areas to promote healthy ecosystems. Water-saving initiatives include dynamic dual-flush systems in bathrooms and flood management in collaboration with the National Trust and local partners.
Waste Reduction & Circular Economies
We live by “Reduce, Reuse, Recycle” throughout the hotel and estate. Say goodbye to single-use plastics, as we’ve replaced disposables with eco toiletries, reusable alternatives, and aluminium packaging. Coffee pods and cooking oil are recycled through partnerships, while composting and strategic kitchen practices such as carcass-balance cooking and locally sourced seasonal produce help minimise food waste.
Energy & Transport
To lower our carbon footprint, Lympstone Manor uses electric buggies, offers EV charging, and has installed smart lighting controls and voltage reducers to optimise energy consumption.
Sustainable Cuisine & Winemaking
Ethical Sourcing
Our Michelin-starred restaurant, led by Michael Caines MBE, celebrates a plant-rich, seasonal menu sourced from local and regional farms practising regenerative agriculture. Seafood is responsibly caught under the Seafood Responsible Fishing Scheme. Through education programmes and collaborations, the team connects guests and local college students with sustainable farming and cooking.
Winemaking with Purpose
Our vineyard uses low‑intervention techniques, including natural sheep grazing to enhance soil health, while deliberately preserving wildlife habitats around the vines. The wine making process uses three parts of the press to reduce by-product waste. Rosé is made from the second press of the Classic Cuvée, and the Gin and Eau de Vie from the grape pomace.
Social & Economic Sustainability
Heritage & Community
As custodians of a Grade II‑listed Georgian estate, we have actively restored, and continue to maintain, historical features such as the Lady’s Walk restoration to pond conservation. This year we have launched Nature Walks in association with Wild East Devon’s local countryside manager James Chubb to raise awareness of the ecologically sensitive Exe Estuary and Jurassic Coast.
Lympstone Manor embraces sustainable breaks by offering guests immersive vineyard tours, nature walks, and educational experiences with local guides. We can also arrange for expert local guides to accompany guests on explorations of Dartmoor and other areas of outstanding natural beauty, deepening the connection to Devon’s remarkable heritage and landscape.
Supporting People & Local Economy
We prioritise local hiring, host apprenticeship schemes through Michael Caines Academy, and collaborate with Devon artisans. Through charitable events and partnerships with organisations like RNLI Exmouth and the National Trust, we further our role as a community-minded sustainable hotel.
Resilient Business Model
Our long-term vision combines luxury hospitality with a low-impact, eco-conscious ethos. Local procurement, circular waste systems, and continuing investment in green innovations ensure Lympstone Manor and the estate thrives economically while honouring environmental and social values.
An authentic example of sustainable stays, Lympstone Manor invites you to indulge in eco‑luxury. Experience refined comfort, gourmet cuisine, and a sense of purpose knowing every moment contributes to a greener future. Whether relaxing in our Shepherd Huts, savouring estate-grown wine, or learning about wildlife conservation, your stay here supports meaningful impact.
For guests seeking an exceptional sustainable break that blends indulgence with environmental respect, Lympstone Manor sets a new luxury benchmark.
Explore our Sustainability Plan and sustainable experiences. Book your escape at Lympstone Manor today.
