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Price: £2,800 – £18,300
Guests: 96
Bedrooms: 12
Deals available: 2
Limited-Time Offers & Deals (2)
Description
Description
Believed to be the inspiration for Barton Park in Jane Austen’s Sense and Sensibility, we think you will agree that Pynes House is a wonderful place to host your perfect wedding weekend.
Built in the beautiful Exe Valley in about 1700, just three miles from the centre of Exeter, Pynes House makes the ideal year-round private retreat for intimate groups or larger wedding ceremonies and receptions. During the summer, make the most of our manicured lawns, ornamental terraces and pretty woodland, and in the winter enjoy the cosy romance of our beautiful interiors, stunning views and open log fires.
We specialise in country house wedding weekends so that you can spread your wedding celebrations across the weekend and make the most of gathering your closest friends and family in one place. Alongside luxurious accommodation for up to 28, there are a number of magnificent state rooms, with capacity to seat up to 96 for a sit-down meal. For larger weddings, or if you’d like your wedding reception to be outside, a marquee can be positioned on the lawns. With the house as a magnificent backdrop and surrounded by breathtaking countryside, the grounds of this charming wedding venue in Exeter are the perfect setting for a marquee and outdoor celebration.
Always exclusively yours, we pride ourselves on the personal touch, helping you to create the perfect wedding for you.
Message from the team
Name of Wedding Contact: Kate
Thank you for your enquiry and many congratulations on your engagement!
Please do get in touch with us if you have any questions about how weddings work at Pynes House, or, if you would like to arrange a visit, please don’t hesitate to get in contact to arrange a convenient time.
Experience
Year Business Was Established
2013
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
10
Overview of Pynes House
Wedding Venue Type
Country House / Manor House
Wedding Venue Capacity
Dining Capacity
96
Reception Capacity
130
Wedding Venue Accommodation
No. of Bedrooms
12
Sleeps No. of People
28
Bridal Suite
Honeymoon Suite
Pricing for Pynes House
Pricing for Pynes House
What's Included?
Exclusive use
Furniture included
Non consumables (e.g. linen, lights etc.)
Couple accommodation included
Day before set up available
Private room(s) included (non-exclusive use)
Guest accommodation included
Wedding coordinator available on the day
Multiple course wedding breakfast
External caterers not permitted
We specialise in weekend weddings with 12 bedrooms for 2 nights, but also have a range of other options, including a 1 night stay and day hire midweek.
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- CCharlotte & Jake29/10/2025The most magical weekend!The most magical weekend!Pynes House was the most perfect setting for our wedding, we loved every minute! Being able to have the venue for the whole weekend really made it extra special and we were so glad to be able to extend the celebrations. The house, rooms and grounds are absolutely beautiful and so well maintained. A really special place that helped us create a weekend of amazing memories.Pynes House was the most perfect setting for our wedding, we loved every minute! Being able to have the venue for the whole weekend really made it extra special and we were so glad to be able to extend the celebrations. The house, rooms and grounds are absolutely beautiful and so well maintained. A really special place that helped us create a weekend of amazing memories.
- LLouise and Yu Hsuen05/10/2025Pynes House wedding May 2025Pynes House wedding May 2025The gorgeous, stately yet cosy Pynes House formed the backdrop for our dream wedding in May 2025. It really was the perfect venue – set behind the rolling hills just outside of Exeter, the house exuded class and character and has been impeccably maintained. Just a 5-minute drive from Exeter St David’s station, its location couldn’t have been more convenient, although it always felt incredibly private thanks to a long driveway leading up to the house, lined by stately fir trees. Whilst spacious and versatile, it also retained warmth and cosiness due to its elegant proportions. The grounds were also spectacular; with the rose garden and wisteria really coming to life on a sunny spring day during our drinks reception. For our Saturday wedding, we loved being able to check in on Friday afternoon, checking out at midday on Sunday. Spending the whole weekend in the house with our closest family and friends made the whole occasion feel like an extended big house party. The Pynes House team were responsive, warm and approachable, providing clear instructions throughout and leading up to our big day – a quality we really appreciated given the uncertainties of wedding planning. A huge shoutout to Jay and the drinks team who went out of their way to make us a delicious lychee martini the moment we returned from church as newlyweds. It was the best day of our lives and we are so happy to have celebrated at Pynes House. If you’re looking for the perfect country house in the South West, then look no further!The gorgeous, stately yet cosy Pynes House formed the backdrop for our dream wedding in May 2025. It really was the perfect venue – set behind the rolling hills just outside of Exeter, the house exuded class and character and has been impeccably maintained. Just a 5-minute drive from Exeter St David’s station, its location couldn’t have been more convenient, although it always felt incredibly private thanks to a long driveway leading up to the house, lined by stately fir trees. Whilst spacious and versatile, it also retained warmth and cosiness due to its elegant proportions. The grounds were also spectacular; with the rose garden and wisteria really coming to life on a sunny spring day during our drinks reception. For our Saturday wedding, we loved being able to check in on Friday afternoon, checking out at midday on Sunday. Spending the whole weekend in the house with our closest family and friends made the whole occasion feel like an extended big house party. The Pynes House team were responsive, warm and approachable, providing clear instructions throughout and leading up to our big day – a quality we really appreciated given the uncertainties of wedding planning. A huge shoutout to Jay and the drinks team who went out of their way to make us a delicious lychee martini the moment we returned from church as newlyweds. It was the best day of our lives and we are so happy to have celebrated at Pynes House. If you’re looking for the perfect country house in the South West, then look no further!
- RRose and Paul20/01/2025Simply PerfectSimply PerfectPynes House was simply perfect! From our first visit, we knew it was the place we would get married. The house and grounds and beautiful and the guest rooms are gorgeous. The variety of spaces indoor and out meant we could plan our day in exactly the way we wanted and the open days were so helpful to take our families and get excited! Would absolutely recommend Pynes to any couple! Pynes House was simply perfect! From our first visit, we knew it was the place we would get married. The house and grounds and beautiful and the guest rooms are gorgeous. The variety of spaces indoor and out meant we could plan our day in exactly the way we wanted and the open days were so helpful to take our families and get excited! Would absolutely recommend Pynes to any couple!
- FFiona A10/07/2024Wonderful Winter WeddingWonderful Winter WeddingOur guests were blown away by Pynes House, it was so lovely on the day to hear their overwhelmingly positive experiences of staff and the surroundings. Everyone in the team worked exceptionally hard to bring our vision to life. Many of our friends have spoken about stressful they found the process of planning their wedding. But my husband and I felt totally supported by the whole team at Pynes, through every step of planning to the day itself. Jay the drinks manager was so helpful and accommodating with our bespoke requests. The team at Pickle Shack created an outstanding menu and the service was fantastic. We must also mention Phoebe from Pynes House, who made us feel some welcome and whose timeline for the day meant that we didn't feel like we needed to oversee anything.Our guests were blown away by Pynes House, it was so lovely on the day to hear their overwhelmingly positive experiences of staff and the surroundings. Everyone in the team worked exceptionally hard to bring our vision to life. Many of our friends have spoken about stressful they found the process of planning their wedding. But my husband and I felt totally supported by the whole team at Pynes, through every step of planning to the day itself. Jay the drinks manager was so helpful and accommodating with our bespoke requests. The team at Pickle Shack created an outstanding menu and the service was fantastic. We must also mention Phoebe from Pynes House, who made us feel some welcome and whose timeline for the day meant that we didn't feel like we needed to oversee anything.
- RRebecca26/06/2024What a Dream! What a Dream!We had the best weekend at Pynes House for our November wedding. Communication from Kate & Heather was excellent and it really was a stress-free process. Phoebe (events manager on the day) was outstanding and nothing was too much trouble. The house and grounds are beautiful and we felt so at home during our stay. Honestly could not fault the venue. We feel so lucky to have had our special day at Pynes.We had the best weekend at Pynes House for our November wedding. Communication from Kate & Heather was excellent and it really was a stress-free process. Phoebe (events manager on the day) was outstanding and nothing was too much trouble. The house and grounds are beautiful and we felt so at home during our stay. Honestly could not fault the venue. We feel so lucky to have had our special day at Pynes.
- HHarriet & Tim18/12/2023Everything we could have wished for Everything we could have wished forWe got married at Pynes House in September 2023. From the moment we saw Pynes House we knew it was perfect. An idyllic setting, a smooth operation and the kindest of owners, bar staff and coordinators. No question was a hassle and we felt in safe hands. I honestly can’t thank the team at Pynes House enough for giving us the most memorable wedding day. We got married at Pynes House in September 2023. From the moment we saw Pynes House we knew it was perfect. An idyllic setting, a smooth operation and the kindest of owners, bar staff and coordinators. No question was a hassle and we felt in safe hands. I honestly can’t thank the team at Pynes House enough for giving us the most memorable wedding day.
- CChrissie & Brandon27/11/2023Perfect Weekend! Perfect Weekend!We booked Pynes House as our wedding venue without having visited, so that made it all the more sweeter when we showed up and it felt like we walked into a fairy tale. The house is spectacular and the grounds were absolutely beautiful with the colorful gardens and the rolling hills in the background. We had an amazing sunny day one night and a rainy day another night, but regardless of the weather conditions, the venue's charm shone through. It was also incredibly fun to have our closest friends and family staying under one roof for the entire weekend. We couldn't imagine a better venue and location and we're so happy we chose it sight unseen! Our assigned day-of planner, Natalie, was amazing, too. We talked through our vision with her, and when the weekend arrived, she executed it perfectly. We didn't have to worry about anything, which allowed us to fully enjoy our weekend. Thank you to Pynes House for giving us some of our best memories! We hope to get back some day.We booked Pynes House as our wedding venue without having visited, so that made it all the more sweeter when we showed up and it felt like we walked into a fairy tale. The house is spectacular and the grounds were absolutely beautiful with the colorful gardens and the rolling hills in the background. We had an amazing sunny day one night and a rainy day another night, but regardless of the weather conditions, the venue's charm shone through. It was also incredibly fun to have our closest friends and family staying under one roof for the entire weekend. We couldn't imagine a better venue and location and we're so happy we chose it sight unseen! Our assigned day-of planner, Natalie, was amazing, too. We talked through our vision with her, and when the weekend arrived, she executed it perfectly. We didn't have to worry about anything, which allowed us to fully enjoy our weekend. Thank you to Pynes House for giving us some of our best memories! We hope to get back some day.
- NNick Vanderhovel25/11/2023Stuck with us through it allStuck with us through it allNot only was the value the most beautiful place we had ever seen. My wife-to-be ended up having emergency heart surgery the day of our flight to the UK for our wedding. We had to cancel last minute. Instead of punishing us, the whole team graciously postponed our wedding so that we could celebrate at a later date. Beautiful venue. First class hosts. Not only was the value the most beautiful place we had ever seen. My wife-to-be ended up having emergency heart surgery the day of our flight to the UK for our wedding. We had to cancel last minute. Instead of punishing us, the whole team graciously postponed our wedding so that we could celebrate at a later date. Beautiful venue. First class hosts.
- BBrandy & Nick25/11/2023The Most Perfect Place in The WorldThe Most Perfect Place in The WorldThere is not enough good I can say about Pynes House, its staff, or the people who own it. Not only is it the most beautiful and magical place you'll come across, it's run and managed by the kindest people. If you can believe it, it's even better in person than in any photo. My husband and I went through a lot to finally have our wedding here. We live in the US, and I thought planning a wedding overseas would be extremely challenging to begin with, but Pynes House always had amazing recommendations, helpful tips, and did everything they could personally to support us. We were supposed to get married in July 2022, but the week we were set to fly out for our wedding I had to have emergency open heart surgery and our wedding was cancelled on extremely short notice. Not only did Pynes House express sympathy and understanding, they worked tirelessly with us to finally make our wedding happen this past June. They were kind, caring, incredible. Phoebe never left my side and made me feel like I was there with a best friend. If you want an incredibly beautiful place, arguably one of the most beautiful places on Earth, to get married - this is it. (The rooms all thoughtful and stunning, views, gardens, fountain - it's magic and a fairytale). If you want a venue run by people who care about you and your life and your day - there isn't anywhere better. We will always be thankful <3There is not enough good I can say about Pynes House, its staff, or the people who own it. Not only is it the most beautiful and magical place you'll come across, it's run and managed by the kindest people. If you can believe it, it's even better in person than in any photo. My husband and I went through a lot to finally have our wedding here. We live in the US, and I thought planning a wedding overseas would be extremely challenging to begin with, but Pynes House always had amazing recommendations, helpful tips, and did everything they could personally to support us. We were supposed to get married in July 2022, but the week we were set to fly out for our wedding I had to have emergency open heart surgery and our wedding was cancelled on extremely short notice. Not only did Pynes House express sympathy and understanding, they worked tirelessly with us to finally make our wedding happen this past June. They were kind, caring, incredible. Phoebe never left my side and made me feel like I was there with a best friend. If you want an incredibly beautiful place, arguably one of the most beautiful places on Earth, to get married - this is it. (The rooms all thoughtful and stunning, views, gardens, fountain - it's magic and a fairytale). If you want a venue run by people who care about you and your life and your day - there isn't anywhere better. We will always be thankful <3
- RRhianne & Jacob24/11/2023The most incredible venue for our perfect day! The most incredible venue for our perfect day!We got married back in May 2023, I had originally viewed Pynes house back in 2019 when my sister had got engaged and was looking for a venue. I instantly fell in love and knew from that moment that is where I’d get married in years to come. Fast forward to 2021, engaged and our turn to wedding plan, we only viewed 2 other venues as I knew deep down where we wanted to get married, that being Pynes. The most beautiful, breathtaking venue and even to this day so many of our guests always talk about it. I could not fault Kate & Phoebe throughout, and on the day everything went perfectly. We got married back in May 2023, I had originally viewed Pynes house back in 2019 when my sister had got engaged and was looking for a venue. I instantly fell in love and knew from that moment that is where I’d get married in years to come. Fast forward to 2021, engaged and our turn to wedding plan, we only viewed 2 other venues as I knew deep down where we wanted to get married, that being Pynes. The most beautiful, breathtaking venue and even to this day so many of our guests always talk about it. I could not fault Kate & Phoebe throughout, and on the day everything went perfectly.
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Describe the best wedding that happened at your venue?
We have loved every single wedding here. It is wonderful to see couples' personalities shine through. Although the house looks different each time, every wedding is beautiful.
What is your No.1 wedding planning tip for couples?
Plan the wedding which is right for you as a couple.
What’s your favourite personal touch you’ve seen at a wedding?
We love seeing how couples make the house their own for the weekend. Bringing along cherished framed family photographs is such a lovely way to make it your home.
Describe your venue in 5 adjectives.
Elegant, timeless, atmospheric, stylish, flexible
Where’s the best photo spot at your venue?
There are so many to choose from both inside and outside as our huge windows mean there is heaps of natural light in our rooms. Outside, there are lots of gorgeous spots, but photographers particularly love the epic tree-lined drive which gets the perfect light for the "golden hour".
Have you had any celebrity guest or wedding at your venue?
We pride ourselves on our discretion, so we couldn't possibly comment!
What’s your favourite canapé?
Arancini balls!
What’s your favourite midnight treat?
Bacon rolls!
What is your venue's most unique feature?
Our focus on weekend weddings is our passion. The house is your country manor home for the weekend and from the moment guests drive up to the entrance, it really has the "wow" factor. There are so many beautiful and historical details in the house which have been sensitively enhanced with timeless and stylish decoration.
What part of your business are you most proud of?
Pynes House is family-run and we pride ourselves on the personal touch in helping couples achieve the wedding they want
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