Our gorgeous alpacas have been with us for nearly two years and our extraordinary alpaca experience means you can get up close and personal with them.
As our alpacas are important members of our retreat at South View Lodges, they really are the cutest furry friends. Slowly building up the herd, we have also recently introduced baby Maya, Sox, Wilf & Drago into the world and we can’t wait for you to meet them.
Take one of our gorgeous alpacas for a walk across our Devon retreat during our trekking experience, or feed them hay and other grains when taking part in our intimate alpaca feeding experiences. For the ultimate special break, you can even take our alpacas for a combined trekking and feeding experience and reward them with favourite food after taking them out!
On top of taking our alpacas for long walks and feeding them their favourite foods, you can also enjoy an afternoon tea with them right by your side! With a table for two (or more) situated outside surrounded by beautiful Devonshire countryside, tuck into your delicious Devon scones and cups of tea with the company of our alpacas.
Our alpaca experiences are extremely popular, with many of our guests making the most of this unique and personal experience. Don’t miss out, complete your stay by booking your alpaca experience with us today.
| Activity | No. Of People | Time Duration | Information | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trekking | 2 | 45 minutes | Lots of photo opportunities | £50 |
| Feeding | 4 | Approx. 40 minutes | Give them all varieties of food | £50 |
| Trekking & Feeding | 2 | 90 minutes | The ultimate alpaca experience | £90 |
The veranda, with it’s seating and deck area overlooking the lake, with a hot tub to relax in. The lodge inside is brilliant, lovely open plan design for the lounge and kitchen area with lovely sofa, big smart TV, little dinning table, a kitchen with everything, including an amazing toaster!
Brian HuckleJill and Andrew our hosts were amazing. Little touches like cupcakes on arrival, and sweets for the kids on Halloween were amazing. As soon as we arrived they treated us like family who were coming to stay. I cannot praise SVL enough, a simply wonderful place. Thank you Jill and Andrew, see you next year.
Dan RidlerA lovely sun bathing area and a fantastic private swim, we caught loads of perfect condition carp. Andrew really takes care of the lakes and fish and you can tell! A couple of double figure carp finished off a short stay. We loved it so much, we have booked another 7 night stay.
Nick ChizThe fishing was great lots of big carp coming out which kept me happy, some decent Bream and roach which was great for my son who hadn’t fished before. The lakes themselves are extremely well maintained and very picturesque. Even if your not fishing they are great to have a walk around with the dog.
Dan RidlerThe wood burning stove completes a real Nordic style. Huge bed with TV that rises up from the bed frame, plenty wardrobe space and a great shower room. The owners have gone to so much trouble to make this a perfect holiday location to unwind and relax – they have succeeded, thank you, we’ll be back!
Brian HuckleWhat a fantastic place so clean and peaceful stayed in Kingfisher lodge prosecco iced waiting for us to arrive, great hot tub fishing really good double figure carp, You can catch fish all day long, home made Devon scones with cream and jam. Will defiantly recommend and will return Jill and Andy super hosts
AnglingnigWow!!! This place is amazing you be crazy not to visit. The family that own it, go above and beyond, make you feel so welcome. Willow lodge which is even more specular than the pictures. Looking for a romantic weekend away then the cedar lodge. We will be visiting again for sure.
Kelly WarfieldStayed here for a weekend. We were in Kingfisher Lodge as this is the dog friendly Lodge. The lodge was beautiful and the view over the lake was just stunning. Jill and Andrew who own the 5 lodges make you so welcome and are so friendly. Definitely recommend this place.
Martin FilerI was also overjoyed when I saw the Lodge was on a fishing pond. The Lodges are immaculate & the Hot-Tubs are Fantastic. We enjoyed ourselves so much that we have re-booked for the same time, next July. Our Hosts were Very Helpful, Pleasant & Accommodating. A Fantastic & Relaxing week
Paul HorsfieldWe are here for the week, staying in Cedar Lodge. The setting is really beautiful, exceptionally well kept in a stunning location. The villa itself is amazing so well thought out and so many amazing little touches that make the place feel special.
Brian HuckleSecond time that we have stayed here . Jill and Andrew who are the most friendly and helpful hosts you could wish for. Luxurious, spotlessly clean. Lodges are set in the beautiful countryside with fishing lakes on your doorstep which contain lots of big carp . Recommend this beautiful place highly enough . 11 out of 10
AnonymousWe have been here twice now. The lodges are 5*plus, the owners are lovely and are always on hand if you need anything. Its only 10 mins from shops etc and not far from Exeter which has every shop imaginable. I love getting the eggs and leaving the money in an honesty box.
Jilly Mulholland