The Exeter celebrity chef says his regeneration of the Grade Two listed Courtlands House near Exmouth will be carried out sensitively.
East Devon District Council gave the go ahead for him to turn it into a luxury hotel and restaurant earlier this week.
The venue is set to open in 2017.
Students connect with elderly residents to combat loneliness
International students creating lasting friendships
Crackdown on anti-social behaviour in Plymouth
PSPOs proposed for six city centre car parks
£1.6 million for more energy efficiency Devon home upgrades
41 properties improved over last year
SWW to build huge new Churston solar farm
Council could opt out of building and lease the land instead
MP highlights Devon's dentistry 'crisis'
'People are in pain but are unable to access treatment'
Work on ‘once-in-a-generation’ Newton Abbot project back on track
'Newton Abbot is a fantastic place'
