A Private Chef Experience at Your Holiday Home in Devon
Devon & Dorset – The Jurassic Coast
There are certain moments that turn a holiday into something truly unforgettable. A private chef along the jurassic coast could be one of them.
An evening where the table is set, the wine is poured, and the only thing left to do is sit back and enjoy as a private chef prepares a bespoke menu just for you and your guests. At our luxury holiday homes in Devon and Dorset, set along the Jurassic Coast. We bring this experience to life through exclusive collaborations with some of the UK’s most celebrated chefs. Whether it’s a long lunch in the garden or a candlelit dinner, this experience elevates your stay. It offers a seamless way to enjoy exceptional food together.
In partnership with Lyme Regis Stays we are able to offer this unique experience.
Private Dining at Your Holiday Home
This experience is designed as a single, memorable dining moment during your stay. Perfect for celebrations, big gatherings or a big treat to add to your coastal holiday.
Rather than a fully catered holiday, it’s a carefully curated evening where everything is taken care of, allowing you and your party to relax and enjoy time together.
Your chef will work with you in advance to create a bespoke menu. On the day, they arrive at your holiday home to prepare, cook and serve your meal.
From the first course to the final clearing of the kitchen, every detail is handled.
As a result, you can enjoy restaurant-quality dining in the comfort of your own private space.
What to Expect
Bespoke menu planning ahead of your stay
Preparation and cooking within your holiday home
Full service during your meal
Clearing and kitchen reset afterwards
You supply your own wines and drinks. This allows you to personalise the experience and create a relaxed, informal atmosphere for you and your guests.
Private Dining with Mark Hix MBE
Renowned as one of Britain’s most respected chefs and restaurateurs, Mark Hix MBE brings an exceptional level of expertise and storytelling to your table.
Available from January 2026, this exclusive collaboration offers private lunches and dinners. These are created using the finest local ingredients from the Dorset and Devon coastlines.Devon coastlines.
Menus are designed around seasonal produce, from freshly caught seafood to locally sourced meat and vegetables. This reflects Mark’s deep connection to provenance and place.
As your meal unfolds, Mark shares stories of local producers, foraging, and his life in food. As a result, the experience feels as engaging as it is delicious.
“If you’re looking for a unique foodie experience for your guests, I’ll be your chef for the evening… creating a bespoke menu with the best of local seasonal produce.”
A Field-to-Fork Experience with Chiara Tomasoni
MasterChef: The Professionals finalist Chiara Tomasoni brings a vibrant and seasonal approach to private dining at your holiday home.
With experience as Head Chef at River Cottage and now leading feasting experiences at High Grange Fire School, Chiara’s menus celebrate Dorset’s exceptional produce with creativity and warmth.
Living locally and sourcing ingredients from her own smallholding, her cooking reflects a true field-to-fork philosophy, fresh, expressive and deeply connected to the landscape.
Guests are invited into the story behind each dish, creating a relaxed and engaging dining experience that feels both personal and memorable.
Choose Your Backdrop along the Jurassic Coast
Starre Manor, Devon (sleeps 10 – 14)
A beautifully restored Tudor home dating back to 1502, Starre Manor provides the perfect setting for luxurious larger gatherings and shared dining experiences.
With generous entertaining spaces and a warm, welcoming atmosphere, it is ideal for hosting a private chef experience with family and friends.
Lym House, Lyme Regis (sleeps 10)
Set just moments from the sea, Lym House offers a more intimate coastal setting for relaxed dining.
Light-filled interiors and close proximity to the Jurassic Coast make it perfect for a private lunch or supper after a day exploring Lyme Regis.
Discover this coastal holiday home in Lyme Regis
Plan Your Private Dining Experience
Adding a private chef to your stay is a simple way to transform your holiday into something truly memorable.
Whether you’re celebrating, gathering or simply looking to enjoy exceptional food in a beautiful setting, this experience offers a relaxed and luxurious way to dine.