About Us And Our Slapton Journey

 I'm Emma, and along with my husband Richard, we are fortunate to own Rill House along with our 4 Gordon Setters. We have both been dog lovers all our lives, and Richard grew up on a farm with dogs everywhere. I got my first dogs when I was 22.

We fell in love with the South Hams region over 20 years ago and bought our 1st holiday home in Dartmouth 18 years ago. From the start, we have always welcomed unlimited dogs, no breed restrictions, to stay, as we knew the trouble we had trying to find somewhere, as we have always had multiple large dogs.

Sophie with her Dad, actually, she is a right Mummy's girl.

George and Richard, taken with my mobile in the Queens Arms one of the village pubs

Charlie when he was a puppy and I at a party, I promise I don't wander around with sparkly bits stuck to my face normally! 

Lilly not long after she joined our family, she is a complete Daddy's girl!

We used to drive out to Slapton from Dartmouth to eat at both village pubs and fell in love with the village. We 1st fell in love with Rill House and after it was on the market for 4 years we managed to buy it and so our holiday home adventure continued. 

We only take direct bookings you will not find Rill House on any booking sites as we don't want our guests to feel that there is any barrier in communication with us. When you book we want you to know that you have asked all the questions you want so you know you have booked your perfect holiday location for you and your dogs.  

We are a member of The Professional Association of Self-Caterers (PASC UK)

We are also accredited by Visitor Ready part of The AA UK They require proof of several things including our full Fire Risk Assessment and Holiday Home Insurance.

We’d love to welcome you to Rill House, a dog-friendly holiday cottage in South Devon! If you have any questions, just get in touch. For pricing details, click here and select “Show More” at the bottom. To check availability, click here. We only accept direct bookings, so contact us today to book your unforgettable dog-friendly holiday!