Our Story

Hugo grew up in Glebe, an old Georgian vicarage set on a hilltop in the East Devonshire countryside. Throughout his childhood, there was a constant flow of guests through Glebe’s doors, as his parents, Emma and Chuck, ran it as a welcoming, homely, and foodie bed and breakfast. Over the years, Glebe became a sanctuary and special place not only for the family but for everyone who passed through its doors.

After meeting and marrying Olive, the couple spent some time in Italy and were inspired by agroturismi: working farms with accommodation and small restaurants showcasing the artisan products of each farm. This reminded them of Glebe and its surrounding land, rich with incredible food produce and natural ingredients.

Having honed his craft as a chef in top London restaurants, Hugo and the family moved from London in 2020 to transform Glebe into an English "agriturismo," focusing on food and art experiences. They built a vegetable garden with a polytunnel, cutting gardens, an on-site bakery, and a temperature-controlled aging room for salumi production. Each plays a key role in supporting the artisan techniques at Glebe House.

This dedication to craft is at the heart of everything the Glebe House team does. Olive's passion for art is evident throughout the house, with rooms adorned with her own work and murals, as well as carefully curated pieces from local artists, plus handmade objects and ceramics.

With a commitment to a slower way of life, the couple enjoys sharing and celebrating this corner of the world and all its bounty with the hope you will leave feeling nourished, rested, and inspired.