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Devon Writers Retreat

This is where I want you to come and enjoy some sea air and writerly inspiration with me.

Devon Writers Retreat

Teignmouth is only three hours on the train from London and yet you will feel transported to another world. My house is a few steps from the beach, where the brave swim daily even in winter.

Each room is equipped with a king size bed and an antique writing desk. One of them belonged to my grandmother who was a prolific children's author. You can see her books alongside hundreds of others on the bookshelves throughout the house. Downstairs there’s a comfy lounge and a long dining table where you can write as well as eat. If I have more than four writers, we have the whole of the house nextdoor as well, and I can accommodate up to nine at a time.

We are opposite Keats House and a few doors down from a bookshop, art galleries and a whole bunch of coffee shops and pubs. We are eight minutes’ walk from the station, with connections to Exeter, Clapham Junction and Paddington as well as direct lines to Birmingham and Reading.

My next retreat is 31 January to 3 February 2025 and costs £450 for three nights and four full days (four nights also possible for a small extra charge). It's all inclusive, fully catered with all linen and toiletries provided. Highlights include morning tea in bed, roaring fires and bracing beach walks. Visit my Instagram page by clicking below to see some of the reels I've done about my retreats and life in Teignmouth. 

The Writers' House

I look forward to seeing you here one day soon! Below are some recent testimonials from happy customers.

"The best writing retreat I've ever attended! Lucy made us all feel so welcome and her home is comfortable and inspiring - perfect for an immersive writing retreat. The location of Teignmouth is picturesque with the option for sea air filled walks if you need a break to clear your head. The food was delicious and the fact that all the meals were catered for allowed me to relax and focus completely on my writing. The evening meals were a great time to chat and reflect on the creative process, and we had lots of laughs too. All in all, I came back inspired and refreshed. Would highly recommend this writing retreat to anyone.' Sinead, November 2024

'My stay at Lucy’s fulfilled my every idea of what a retreat would be. So much writing achieved, cosy book talk and walks on the beach, I can’t wait to go back.' J Sutherland, November 2024

'Perfect spot to get your head down and do lots of writing! The house is gorgeous and tranquil, the sea is a short walk away, and Lucy is a fabulous host. Fantastic weekend away working on my manuscript' BB, November 2024

Had the most incredible stay at Lucy’s home in Teignmouth. Her house was tranquil, cozy, and filled with inspiration - it was the perfect environment for our writers retreat. We took breaks with walks around the quaint seaside town and curled up with fireside wine in the evenings. Our stay was made even more special with Lucy’s mouth watering cooking and extraordinary hospitality. Can’t wait to return!' SJ, November 2024