The Shippen

Rating
Sleeps 6
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 2
Pets Yes
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Features

Off road parking
Ground floor bedroom
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews

16 Customer Review(s)

Mrs Escuder
September 2020

“Lovely spacious cottage in a very peaceful place with fantastic views.”

Very clean and sparkling with lovely furniture.

Very clean and sparkling with lovely furniture.

- Mrs Escuder, September 2020
Mrs Reeves July 2020

“Loved it . Great base for visiting both coastlines.”

Very friendly , helpful and welcoming hosts. Would really liked to stay here again.

- Mrs Reeves, July 2020
Mrs Dennett October 2019

“This property was superb.”

Accommodation, views and owners were amazing. The only downside was the weather which unfortunately no-one has any control over. This did not stop us having a fantastic time. Perfectly placed to access many places of interest and also good for local walks and exploring.

- Mrs Dennett, October 2019
Mrs Wytchard September 2019

“Squeaky bed in the main bedroom.”

Kept waking up whenever I turned over. Otherwise perfection! Thank you

- Mrs Wytchard, September 2019
Mr Buckroyd August 2019

“Loved the Shippen it is in a lovely rural setting, nothing to hear but the birds.”

Its very peaceful and one of the most relaxing places we have been. The village is about a 20 min walk away along a lane or an easy drive. The local Fish and Chip shop is worth a visit as too is the Pizza take away. The cottage has a large kitchen, we were surprised with the fridge, its a tall up right and good size, we find in holiday rentals that the fridges are small and have no freezer space. Didn't have need to use the TV as we spent most evenings outside on the generous patio which has its own furniture and lovely views over the garden,fields and Dartmoor in the distance. Owners are friendly and on site for anything you may need.

- Mr Buckroyd, August 2019
Mrs Branton August 2019

“We had a lovely week in this beautiful cottage.”

The Shippen was perfect, clean, spacious, comfortable and well equipped. We usually opt for cottages that don't allow pets so we were delighted to find that despite being dog friendly The Shippen was totally hair and smell free! Our children loved the outside space which provided room to run around and play, it's perfect for a BBQ although the weather wasn't kind enough for us to enjoy one. The White Hart and The Railway both do great food and provide a very warm, friendly welcome with chatty, helpful staff and locals. There's plenty to do and explore in the area, the Granite Way cycle path was a highlight for us as it's ideal for families and provides stunning views of the countryside. Drogo Castle, Lydford Gorge and Simmons Park in Okehampton are all well worth a visit too.

- Mrs Branton, August 2019
Mr Ewels May 2019

“This was a wonderful property with outstanding views, I will say we were blessed with beautiful weather.”

The room sizes were lovely, great entrance hall, large kitchen dinner and a large sitting room. Having stayed in several cottages over the years it was the small things that really stood out - soap at the sink and basins, cleaning produces for the kitchen, tea coffee and sugar enough for a week, ice blocks in the freezer. Little things yes but they make the stay so much more compatible. We met the owners who were lovely unfortunately we did have a problem, as with all properties things go wrong, however the owner were straight on to it, enabling us to continue our enjoyable stay. We would defiantly return

- Mr Ewels, May 2019
Miss Barcroft January 2019

“The Shippen was an ideal holiday destination.”

A wonderful cosy, comfy, clean, spacious and well appointed cottage. The cottage is not too far from the main road which made getting around and exploring easy. Our hosts were welcoming and informative. North Tawton provides all the essentials - groceries, eating out etc. We had a wonderful time. Thank you.

- Miss Barcroft, January 2019
Mrs Gully October 2018

“The Shippen is a lovely home from home cottage set in a stunning location.”

The cottage is very comfortable and is a great base for exploring Devon

- Mrs Gully, October 2018
Mr Rowland May 2018

“Fantastic cottage and location.”

- Mr Rowland, May 2018
Mrs Clark May 2018

“The cottage was in beautiful surroundings and a perfect spot to stay.”

The cottage was well equipped with everything you need from a holiday cottage. Also lots of little extras that you often forget when packing were provided- t towels, tea bags, washing up liquid etc. Thanks we had a lovely time away Kathryn, Philip, Joe, Sam and George and Patch the dog

- Mrs Clark, May 2018
Mrs Gardner April 2018

“This is a fantastic holiday place with everything you could possibly want from a holiday let.”

The standard is exceptional and the setting to die for. Darren and Melanie delightful and they catered for our every need, even leaving a card for our Golden wedding when they found out we were celebrating this event. Would love to go again and would recommend it to everyone. Our group ranged from 10-75 and everyone said it was ace.

- Mrs Gardner, April 2018
Mr Grinney November 2017

“It was a great place to stay with my elderly parents!”

no steps and amazing views and very quiet will recommend this to all

- Mr Grinney, November 2017
Prior October 2017

“Excellent and restful”

- Prior, October 2017
Mrs Paton September 2017

“We had a wonderful stay at The Shippen.”

The owners, Darren & Melanie, were wonderful hosts and very helpful. The Shippen had an enclosed lawned area for our dog to roam round in even though it wasn't a large area it was plenty. The facilities were top notch and it was a home from home. The views were fantastic. If you get the chance you need to visit Fingle Woods. It has wonderful walks and you can finish off your walk at the Fingle Bridge Inn, Drewsteignton which is situated on the River Teign. All in all we would definitely recommend The Shippen and hope to return again.

- Mrs Paton, September 2017
Mrs Brooks June 2017

“Great place to stay friendly people , best place we went to was fingle woods ...”

Great place to stay friendly people , best place we went to was fingle woods just 10 miles from the shippen dog friendly very good prices

- Mrs Brooks, June 2017
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Warden Farm Cottages

This group of four beautifully spacious barn conversions rests on the fringes of the lovely North Tawton in Devon. These cottages are graced with warming, characterful features to provide the perfect base for a week of walking, cycling or simply sitting back and relaxing amongst the company of your loved ones. The living areas are roomy and lovingly decorated with cosy seating and TVs to sit and watch at the end of a long day. Rustle up your delicious, hearty meals in the well-appointed kitchens, three of the four cottages boast wonderful range cookers to add real character. The bedrooms in each cottage are finished to an exquisite standard, many with pristine en-suite facilities, offering a comforting place to catch your well-earned rest. Warden Farm showcases the most astonishing views, with the lack of light pollution in the area making star-gazing a fascinating pastime. There are five acres of private meadows surrounding the cottages, where guests can walk their dogs, sit and relax, or watch the abundance of wildlife around the natural ponds; from roe and deer to owls and buzzards. The Taw Valley provides lovely walks along the river banks as well as the Tarka Trail, available to walk or cycle at your leisure whist admiring the divine setting. In Devon, you can always be assured of plenty of local shops, traditional pubs and quaint villages waiting to be discovered. The more adventurous may wish to tackle the rugged and dramatic Dartmoor Tors. The North Devon coastline is renowned for its long, sandy beaches, ideal for safe bathing and surfing, whilst the historic cathedral city of Exeter is just a short drive away with its cobbled streets, array of architecture, and interesting quayside area with cafés and antique shops. A stay in these beautiful North Tawton cottages will provide peace, relaxation, and a taste of rural life in stunning Devon countryside.

The property

A fabulous, detached barn conversion based in North Tawton in Devon.

This cottage provides homely, spacious accommodation, ideal for a family holiday never to be forgotten.

The Shippen benefits from three comfortable bedrooms, one boasting an en-suite, whilst the sitting room provides south-facing views across luscious meadows.

With walking and cycling at Dartmoor available from the doorstep, and wonderful star-lit skies, this is a fabulous rural cottage in Devon, perfect for a taste of country living.

Note: This property is next to Refs. 955059, 955060 and 955062, together they sleep 24.

Summary

All ground floor
Three bedrooms: 2 x double (one with shower and basin), 1 x twin
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
Basin and WC
Kitchen with dining area
Sitting room.
Gas central heating
Range cooker with electric oven and gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, DVD, CD, WiFi, selection of books and games
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Travel cot and highchair
Off road parking for 2 cars
Enclosed rear lawned garden with furniture and BBQ, plus use of communal grounds
Pets welcome
Sorry, no smoking
Shop and pub 10 mins walk
Note: Ponds in the communal grounds, children and pets to be supervised
Note: Note: We are in the process of upgrading the WiFi across Warden Farm however we are in a rural location and have limited options, therefore even after the improvements we may still be below the coverage enjoyed by urban areas.

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About the location

NORTH TAWTON

Winkleigh 3 miles; Okehampton 7.5 miles.

The charming country town of North Tawton quietly rests amidst lush green fields, high hedgerows and winding lanes, just eight miles north of historic Okehampton. Nestling between the high, rugged tors of Dartmoor and the wide sandy beaches and rolling surf of the North Devon coast, this delightful town boasts picturesque thatched cottages and quaint pubs. The surrounding countryside is ideal for walking and cycling, with many pretty little villages dotted throughout the area, and several excellent coarse fishing lakes and rivers, quality golf courses, and a number of National Trust properties within easy reach. There are few better spots from which to experience the joys of beautiful Devon.

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The Shippen

North Tawton near Okehampton, Devon (Ref. 955061)

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Reviews

“Lovely spacious cottage in a very peaceful place with fantastic views.”

“Loved it . Great base for visiting both coastlines.”

“This property was superb.”

“Squeaky bed in the main bedroom.”

“Loved the Shippen it is in a lovely rural setting, nothing to hear but the birds.”

“We had a lovely week in this beautiful cottage.”

“This was a wonderful property with outstanding views, I will say we were blessed with beautiful weather.”

“The Shippen was an ideal holiday destination.”

“The Shippen is a lovely home from home cottage set in a stunning location.”

“Fantastic cottage and location.”

“The cottage was in beautiful surroundings and a perfect spot to stay.”

“This is a fantastic holiday place with everything you could possibly want from a holiday let.”

“It was a great place to stay with my elderly parents!”

“Excellent and restful”

“We had a wonderful stay at The Shippen.”

“Great place to stay friendly people , best place we went to was fingle woods ...”