The Shippon

ID: S191167

  • Bedrooms 2
  • ・ Sleeps 4
  • ・ Pets 1

About this property

Barnstaple 3.6 miles. Surrounded by scenic woodland areas and an abundance of activity, The Shippon is a delightful character-filled cottage, promising you and your family a wonderful stay near the coast of North Devon. With a cheery blue décor running throughout a variety of the rooms, this quaint cottage is sure to remind you why you picked this charming cottage near the sea. Providing you with a spacious sitting room with ample seating for all the family to unwind, this room is the go-to after a day of exploring, with a woodburning stove to huddle around in the winter months and bright and airy windows to open up in the summer months, be sure to stop here with a glass of wine and good company to end your day in an unwinding environment surrounded by your loved ones. For a spot of home-cooking, the kitchen offers a wide array of amenities for any food you fancy, with an AGA cooker in the kitchen itself and an electric cooker in the utility, you’ll be able to whip up a feast in no time. Enjoy your dinner at the table in the kitchen before playing board games for some competitive family-fun. Upstairs you can find the two bedrooms; a double and a twin room, providing you with the perfect layout for a small family to rest after a tiresome day. The garden is the perfect opportunity for both the little ones and the dogs to enjoy an afternoon of activity, with a patio for you to relax on and a field just ahead with swings and a trampoline, the back garden is the ideal spot to spend a summer’s evening. Take a walk into the woodlands where you can find stunning scenery and may even be lucky enough to spot an abundance of nature. Barnstaple is the main town of North Devon and is just a short journey away from the cottage, with a wide selection of shops and restaurants to explore and markets to mosey around, it makes a fabulous day out for all the family. For a day at the beach, make your way to Woolacombe by car, here you can find the seafront offering two beautiful beaches, an information centre informing you of all the local pub, and even more beachfront cafés, it’s well-worth a visit with the North Devon AONB close by too, it’s the perfect place to see the stunning sights of Devon.

Barnstaple is the main town of North Devon, holding tradition in its pannier market, as well as offering shops, restaurants and bars, it makes a fantastic holiday destination with a wonderful array of amenities around every corner. You can also find two glorious sandy beaches here, perfect for the summer months with the family. With pretty scenery due to its floral decorations, this award winning town makes a brilliant base for your coastal trip to Devon.

Accommodation

Two bedrooms: 1 x double with en-suite shower, basin and WC, and 1 x twin.

Ground-floor cloakroom with basin and WC.

Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.

Kitchen with dining area.

Utility.

Sitting room with woodburning stove.

Oil central heating and woodburning stove.

AGA cooker, electric oven and hobs, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, TV with Sky, music system, Nintendo Wii, WiFi, and a selection of books and games.

Fuel, power and starter pack for stove included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Cot, highchair and stairgate available.

Off-road parking for two cars.

Patio area with seating and a lawned area with swings and a trampoline.

One well-behaved dog welcome.

Sorry, no smoking.

Shop 4 miles, pub 2.7 miles

Nearby points of interest

Reviews (53)

  • Nigel

    Lots to visit in the area and comfortable accommodation to return to at the end of day.

  • Karen

    ! Fab spot not too far from Barnstaple and surrounding areas but just far enough to be away from the rat race! Beautiful place to chill and forget the stresses of life! Greated by Annie and had a wonderful welcome pack waiting in the kitchen which was lovely and very welcome. Thank you :) Annie & Shane were lovely hosts very welcoming and helpful and on hand if you needed anything. Had an amazing week chilling and walking just what we needed and already looking to book again after Christmas next year. Would most definitely recommend the cottage. Thank you again for everything we had a fab time in your cottage and cannot wait to get back next year or later this year :)

  • Paul

    We stayed over Christmas and we were pleasantly surprised with the house being decorated with a lovely Christmas tree and an overwhelming amount of goodies! The bed was very comfortable and the kitchen was well stocked with utensils and crockery and pots and pans. The property is set in a very secluded area so a car is a must if you are planning to venture out to explore the surrounding area. The roads are narrow but you are able to have home grocery shopping delivered. Annie told us of a woodland walk that you can access within the grounds which leads you to a nature reserve. We had a very relaxing and pleasant stay. The only recommendation we would make is for a welcome pack guide with instructions to use the arga/boiler/heating system and information on the surrounding area. Thank you both for a lovely stay.

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