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Overbeck's

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Built in 1913, this Edwardian-style house was bought by inventor and scientist Otto Overbeck in 1928, having been used as a convalescent home for WWI soldiers from 1915 to 1919. Believed to be the last living relative of the Dutch Overbeke family, one of Otto’s most successful inventions was the rejuvenator, an electric device that enabled people to treat their own illnesses and ailments – such as baldness and poor eyesight – at home. Sales of the rejuvenator, which would have retailed for about £350 today, made him a wealthy man and he spent his money on filling the house with the eccentric and interesting collections that you can see today. Outside, clinging to the cliffs above Salcombe, is Overbeck’s amazing subtropical garden featuring plants from all corners of the world, such as palm trees, banana plants, citrus and olive trees. There’s a great shop and café.

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Opening Times: Open 10 Feb-28 Oct, daily 11-5

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Sharpitor, SALCOMBE, TQ8 8LW

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Devon sums up all that is best about the British landscape, with its magnificent coastlines, two historic cities, the world-famous Dartmoor National Park and south Devon’s glorious English Riviera. A fashionable and much-loved holiday destination, hiking and cycling in the National Parks is extremely popular among visitors, with a great choice of off-road routes.

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Overbeck's

Sharpitor, SALCOMBE, TQ8 8LW

01548 842893

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Overbeck's

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Overview

Built in 1913, this Edwardian-style house was bought by inventor and scientist Otto Overbeck in 1928, having been used as a convalescent home for WWI soldiers from 1915 to 1919. Believed to be the last living relative of the Dutch Overbeke family, one of Otto’s most successful inventions was the rejuvenator, an electric device that enabled people to treat their own illnesses and ailments – such as baldness and poor eyesight – at home. Sales of the rejuvenator, which would have retailed for about £350 today, made him a wealthy man and he spent his money on filling the house with the eccentric and interesting collections that you can see today. Outside, clinging to the cliffs above Salcombe, is Overbeck’s amazing subtropical garden featuring plants from all corners of the world, such as palm trees, banana plants, citrus and olive trees. There’s a great shop and café.

Features

Opening Times
Opening Times: Open 10 Feb-28 Oct, daily 11-5
Facilities
Parking onsite
Parking nearby
Cafe

Show more (2)

Location

Sharpitor, SALCOMBE, TQ8 8LW

About the area

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Devon sums up all that is best about the British landscape, with its magnificent coastlines, two historic cities, the world-famous Dartmoor National Park and south Devon’s glorious English Riviera. A fashionable and much-loved holiday destination, hiking and cycling in the National Parks is extremely popular among visitors, with a great choice of off-road routes.

Salcombe Devon Things To Do in Devon