Guests say
The Shippon in Devon is highly praised for its spaciousness, high standard of comfort, and serene rural setting. Guests are charmed by the generous welcome packs, including delightful Devon cream scones and other treats. The property's large garden and the friendly, accommodating hosts contribute to a restful and picturesque break. While some guests mention narrow access roads and minor cleanliness issues, the overall sentiment is one of satisfaction and a desire to return.
Most guests found The Shippon to be clean and tidy, with high standards of cleanliness. A few guests noted areas that could benefit from additional attention, such as light fittings and carpets, but these were exceptions in the overall positive feedback.
The Shippon is appreciated for its beautiful rural location, offering peace and tranquillity. Some guests found the narrow country lanes challenging but felt it added to the Devon charm. The central location for exploring nearby attractions was also noted positively.
Guests consistently report that The Shippon is very comfortable, with cosy beds, a spacious layout, and a peaceful atmosphere. The large garden and private setting contribute to the overall comfort experienced by visitors.
The property is well-equipped with a variety of amenities and utensils. However, some guests mentioned a lack of certain items such as frying pans and instructions for appliances. The large garden with swings and a trampoline was a highlight, although there were comments about maintenance issues.
The hosts' thoughtfulness is frequently mentioned, with guests delighted by the welcome packs and treats. While these gifts greatly enhanced the guests' experience, it is important to note that such offerings, while common, are not guaranteed for every stay.
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..
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
- Saunton Sands
- Putsborough Beach
- Woolacombe Beach
- Exmoor Zoo
Reviews (63)
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Terence
Hidden down country lanes, that have a direct route to the cottage, you feel a distinct 'ahh moment' when you arrive. Sitting outside at the picnic table drinking coffee on the morning, you hear the rooster in the distance and the birds in the trees. Inside the Shippon feels like a country cottage. It has beams in the main bedroom and if you let your imagination run away with you, you feel like you stepped back in time. You have an ensuite with a lovely shower and there is plenty of space. Annie and Shane were the perfect hosts, they gave you privacy and were available should you need them. We will return next year.
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Terry
We were nicely greeted by the owner, who explained everything to us. The cottage itself is superb! Really big space, nice and bright, spotless and comfortable. Really comfortable beds!!! Smells lovely! The surrounding land is absolutely beautiful. It was lovely to sit in peace and quiet, with only the birds to be heard. The roads to get to the cottage are small, HOWEVER we were told the easiest way to go, and they weren't much smaller than many other roads in the area! We would definitely stay again! Thank you so much for a fabulous week
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Shirley
The welcome by the owner was a little lacking she stood by her front door and shouted the keys in the door. Normally when you arrive at Sykes cottages there is a welcome pack and information / emergency pack none of these were available to us even when the electric went off on the first evening if we hadnât of gone outside to the owners House, Itâs doubtful if they wouldâve come to see if we were okay. We rang the owners mobile twice but got no answer or call back . The TV was difficult to set up for viewing via sky (only half dozen channels available) there is no instructions . On the listing it said board games available none were to be found in the whole of the cottage. It was a concern that no electrical items showed signs being patt tested apart from one fridge freezer. The use of air fresheners in every room seemed excessive. There was three toilets and a minimal amount of toilet paper in each. The garden was okay but unkempt - obviously the rain at this time of year brought more weeds and growth than wouldâve been expected. The owners did redeem themselves at the end after I left two pairs of shoes behind and even though at first it stated Iâd have to pay £30 I was not charged for this so that was kind of them. I guess it made up for not having a pint of milk or a pack of biscuits on arrival. Shirley and Donna Somerset