We’re delighted to share some exciting news — Devon Holidays has been named Best Family-Run Holiday Lodge Company 2026 – Devon at the prestigious UK Enterprise Awards.
Organised annually by SME News, the awards recognise outstanding businesses across the UK, celebrating those who demonstrate excellence, innovation, and dedication to their customers. Following a rigorous, merit-led evaluation process, we’re incredibly proud to be recognised among the very best.
An official announcement will be made this July on the SME News website, reaching an audience of millions — but for us, this moment is about much more than recognition. It’s about the people behind Devon Holidays.
Built on Family Values
Devon Holidays was originally founded by Jason Treeby, inspired by a simple vision: to create a holiday experience rooted in care, quality, and genuine hospitality.
From the beginning, this wasn’t just about accommodation — it was about building something personal.
That ethos still defines us today.
At the heart of the business is a close-knit team based in Chudleigh, where family and long-standing relationships shape everything we do:
- Amy, our Customer Relationship Manager, is central to ensuring every guest feels looked after from booking to departure
- She works closely with her father, Mark, our dedicated Maintenance Manager, who ensures every lodge is kept to the highest standard
- Our housekeeping and hot tub operations are led by partners Lucy and Tom, bringing consistency, care, and attention to detail
- And adding to the family feel, our Housekeeping Manager is also Amy’s best friend — a relationship built on trust and shared standards
This isn’t just a team — it’s a family.
Why the Family Approach Works
Being a family-run business means we operate differently.
There’s a shared sense of responsibility, pride, and accountability that you simply can’t replicate in a traditional structure. Communication is natural, standards are personal, and everyone genuinely cares about the outcome.
That translates directly into the guest experience.
Whether it’s ensuring a hot tub is perfectly prepared, responding quickly to a guest request, or maintaining the highest cleanliness standards, every detail matters — because it matters to us personally.
Our guests aren’t just customers; they’re people we want to welcome back again and again.
A Word from Jason
“This award is a real honour for us. What makes it special is that it recognises not just the business, but the way we run it — as a family. Everyone here goes above and beyond because they genuinely care, and that’s something you can’t manufacture. I’m incredibly proud of the team and what we’ve built together.”
— Jason Treeby, Managing Director
A Word from Amy
“Working alongside people you trust — including family and lifelong friends — creates a completely different environment. We all support each other, and that shows in the level of service we provide. Our guests feel that warmth, and that’s what makes Devon Holidays so special.”
— Amy, Customer Relationship Manager
Looking Ahead
Winning this award is a huge milestone, but it doesn’t change who we are.
We’ll continue doing what we’ve always done — focusing on quality, care, and creating memorable experiences for every guest who stays with us.
Thank you to our amazing team and our wonderful guests for being part of the journey.
Here’s to many more milestones (and celebratory cuppas) to come.