1 Shippen Cottages
ID: S96015
- Bedrooms 1
- ・ Sleeps 2
- ・ Pets 2
Guests say
Guests consistently praise the cottage for its cleanliness, peaceful rural setting, and comfortable amenities. The thoughtful touches by the owners, such as welcome cakes and flowers, contribute to a homely feel. The property's location offers idyllic views and proximity to wildlife, with some minor comments about the narrow access road.
Reviewers frequently mention the immaculate condition of the cottage, highlighting its spotlessness and well-maintained appearance, which suggests a high standard of cleanliness.
The location is highly praised for its tranquility, beautiful views, and wildlife, with easy access to local attractions. However, some guests noted the challenging narrow access road, which slightly impacts the score.
The cottage is repeatedly described as comfortable, with a 'home from home feel' and underfloor heating. Guests appreciate the comfortable beds and the relaxing atmosphere.
Facilities are well-regarded, with mentions of a well-equipped kitchen, thoughtful amenities, and a garden. The presence of a train line nearby is noted by one guest, but overall feedback on facilities is positive.
The owners' thoughtfulness is frequently commended, with mentions of welcome gifts such as cakes, eggs, and flowers. While these gestures are greatly appreciated, they are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
A mile from Wilmington, hidden in flower-filled lanes, two semi-detached single-storey cottages converted from barns across the lane from the friendly owners farmhouse. You are welcome to explore the 10 acres of surrounding heath and woodland and enjoy the wildlife (excellent birdwatching) with walks which are cut through organic wildflower meadows (picnic tables) and an ancient cider orchard, and a footpath meanders beside a river to Cotleigh. The cottages are smart and modern with high ceilings and Velux windows, some original beams and oak floors and each has a suntrap deck behind for enjoying peaceful valley views and soothing birdsong. 1 Shippen Cottages has an entrance into a porch which leads through stable doors into your bright open plan living space with leather seats, efficient kitchen, dining area and French windows to the decked area. The romantic double bedroom has a characterful brass bed for peaceful nights, and a shower room. Below the cottage (8 steps down), a shared lawn (with barbecues) and at the front, a shared gravelled parking area, laundry (washing machine, tumble drier) and barn, useful for your bicycles/beach gear etc. These are smart, comfortable cottages in a peaceful, picturesque location, much enjoyed by birdwatchers.
Honiton is a delightful market town in East Devon, with plenty to offer visitors. It lies in the valley of the River Otter and is surrounded by rolling Devon hills, green wooded valleys and plenty of scattered farming villages.
Accommodation
One level.
One king size double bedroom with en suite shower room with shower, WC, basin.
Open plan living space with seating area, dining area and kitchen.
Underfloor heating.
Microwave, fridge, dishwasher, TV with DVD, WiFi.
Shared laundry room with washing machine and tumble drier.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Cot and highchair available on request.
Off road parking for two cars (plenty of space to park).
Barbecue.
Two well-behaved dogs welcome, £20 charge per week for the second.
Sorry no smoking.
Pub less than 1 mile from property.
Note: This cottage can be booked with 2 Shippen Cottages (reference 976034), together they sleep 6.
Nearby points of interest
- Beer Beach
- Lyme Regis Museum
- Diggerland Devon
Reviews (40)
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Philip
We booked the cottage for a week beginning of July 2024 superb is all we can say , very homely, so clean , on arrival we had milk, tea coffee & one of the tastiest cakes we have ever eaten , they even catered so well for dogs , home made treats ready for them , loads of information about your area for walks , eating , places to visit , pubs , anything you needed they had it catered for even to pair of binoculars to watch the birds & wildlife just outside your window , book it you will love it
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Ian
The cottages are located in a lovely quiet road that is central to both the coast and inland activities. The owners are lovely and really make us feel so welcome during our stay, Anne is a wonderful baker and there is always a cake there when we arrive. We have been deep sea fishing from Lyme Regis and brought some fish home and cooked it If you enjoy sewing I attended a course in Honiton at a lovely sewing shop .the garden at the cottages is full of birds due to all the feeders,ark the owner provides spotters book and binoculars so relaxing to sit on the deck and look for all the different birds. We saw a gorgeous Woodpecker this time Overall I would highly recommend a stay at the cottages, we loved our stays. We also visited the Donkey Sanctuary which has a marvellous restaurant where we had a great meal. We will be going back again
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Michele
Wonderfully relaxing to sit on the deck and watch and listen to all the birds. I left a dress behind and Anne very kindly sent it back to me. I would definitely recommend.