Own a Devon holiday home for a fraction of the cost

 

Imagine having your own Devon holiday home nestled in an area of outstanding natural beauty, just a short walk from the golden beaches of Hope Cove, and the South West coastal path.

 

 

Welcome to life at Hope Barton...

 

We're a private 35-acre country estate offering fractional ownership in 17 stone barn cottages and three historic farmhouse apartments. Where owners enjoy all the benefits of a dedicated coastal holiday home for five weeks of the year - including access to an indoor pool, sauna, gym, playbarn, bar and more! - with none of the second-home stress. 

 

Real property equity
Buy a genuine share in a limited company that holds a 999-year lease on the property. A real asset you fully own, can rent out, sell, or pass down to family.

A smart way to buy

For most people, tying up hundreds of thousands of pounds in a property that might sit empty for weeks on end doesn't make sense. But equally, renting out a holiday home can bring its own headaches: marketing, guest admin, finding local cleaners, or paying steep agent fees to manage it all for you. At Hope Barton, you pay for a share that suits your lifestyle, while an annual service charge covers the day-to-day management, cleaning, and upkeep.

Zero maintenance stress

Simply turn up and relax. Arrive to a spotlessly clean home with freshly made beds, while our on-site team uses the annual service fund to look after your property, the facilities, and the surrounding estate year-round. You’ll never have to worry about unexpected repair jobs, gardening, or painting and decorating while on holiday!

 

VIEW PROPERTIES WITH AVAILABLE OWNERSHIP FRACTIONS HERE!

 

What is fractional ownership? (And how it’s different to Timeshare.)

 

Real property ownership 
Traditional timeshare usually gives you a contract or "points" to use a room for a set period of time. At Hope Barton, you buy a genuine equity share in a limited company holding a 999-year lease. It is a tangible property asset that belongs to you. It can be resold on the open market, gifted, or passed down to family.

 

Owner-controlled governance.
Unlike commercial resorts run by corporate operators who can increase fees unexpectedly without your say-so, Hope Barton's freehold is owned by our not-for-profit management company. An elected Board of owners oversees strategy, ensuring decisions and service charges always serve the long-term interests of property owners.

 

Flexibility and freedom.

You aren't locked into a rigid scheme. Your weeks are yours to enjoy, let family and friends use, rent out through our onsite team to offset running costs, or swap for stays across the UK and worldwide via 7Across.

 

 Bench by Hope Barton lake

 

How ownership works

 

Every cottage and apartment at Hope Barton is split into 10 equal shares. Purchasing a share grants you five weeks of exclusive access every single year:

 

  • Two weeks in high season.

  • One week in mid season.

  • Two weeks in low season.

 

High season weeks are chosen on a fair annual rotation, so every owner gets equal access to peak holiday times over the years. 

 

Flexibility with your weeks

 

When you own a share, your weeks are yours to use as you choose:

  • Stay and relax: Bring family, friends, or your dog for a hassle-free Devon holiday.

  • Let family and friends use it: Pass your weeks to grown-up kids, grandkids, or friends.

  • Rent it out: Can't make a week? Our on-site management team can rent your property out for you, handling advertising and guest management to help offset your annual fees.

  • Exchange options: Swap weeks to explore other UK and global destinations through 7Across. 

 

Plus owners get extra benefits:

 

  • 10% off drinks at our bar.

  • 10% off our accommodation tariff when booking extra weeks.

  • Sea and Stay Owners' Club: Exclusive local discounts and perks for Hope Barton owners.

 

 

What does it cost?

 

One-off share purchase

An initial capital payment to buy your share from an outgoing owner. 

 

Annual service charge

An annual fee (which varies depending on the size of your cottage or apartment) that funds property maintenance, site management, groundskeeping, facility upgrades, and our onsite team.

 

Pay-as-you-use energy

Owners and guests pay for the electricity consumed during their stay, keeping base service charges lower and fairer for everyone.

 

 Double bed in a room with wooden beams on the ceiling

 

Make Hope Barton your second home

 

Come and see why so many of our owners have enjoyed owning a coastal retreat at Hope Barton for decades. We’d love to welcome you here to have a look around, experience life at Hope Barton, and answer any questions you may have.

 

Speak to our General Manager, Lucy Searle, for an informal chat or to arrange a site tour.

 

Email:lucysearle@hopebarton.co.uk or phone: 01548 561393.

 

VIEW COTTAGES WITH AVAILABLE SHARES HERE.