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Two bedroom stone cottage near Dartmoor and Devon beaches

Two bedroom stone cottage near Dartmoor and Devon beaches

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Exterior
Beach
Exterior
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Hair dryer, towels

Overview of Two bedroom stone cottage near Dartmoor and Devon beaches

Reviews
10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Check out the area

Map
Ashburton, ENG
  • Popular LocationBuckfast Abbey4 min drive
  • Popular LocationDartmoor National Park4 min drive
  • Popular LocationRiver Dart Country Park7 min drive
  • AirportPlymouth (PLH-Plymouth City)36 min drive

Space details

2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, sleeps 4
Bedroom 1
    1 double bed
Bedroom 2
    2 single beds

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Two bedroom stone cottage near Dartmoor and Devon beaches

Shippon Cottage is part of a 17th Century Manor House and is located within a walled courtyard shared by two other cottages with its own private access and car parking facility. The building was previously part of a large working farm and the 'Shippon' is where the sheep would have been kept and fed. It has recently been completely refurbished and boasts a new kitchen and bathroom along with a lounge and two bedrooms. There is one double bedroom and the other has twin single beds.

The cottage is located close to the main A38 which goes to Plymouth and Cornwall so access to the tourist sites of Devon and Cornwall is very easy. It is within walking distance of the town of Ashburton, known for its Antiques Trail and long history as the centre of the wool and mining industries of days gone by. It is also within walking distance of a pub/restaurant at Furzeleigh Mill as well as the town of Buckfastleigh which hosts the South Devon Steam Railway running to Totnes. Access to Dartmoor is within ten minutes by car and the beaches of South Devon are less than half an hour's drive.

We are currently ensuring that the property remains empty for 36 hours between each guest in order to minimise the risk of Covid19 transmission.

Property manager

Mark Nash

Languages

French

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near outlet shopping

Things to do

  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Cave exploring nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 20

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Newton Abbot

Located in Newton Abbot, this cottage is in a rural area. Devonshire Collection of Period Costumes and Devon Guild of Craftsmen are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Ugbrooke House & Park and Palace Theatre. Buckfast Butterfly Farm and Dartmoor Otter Sanctuary and House of Marbles are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Buckfast Butterfly Farm and Dartmoor Otter Sanctuary - 4 min drive
  • Buckfast Abbey - 4 min drive
  • Dartmoor National Park - 4 min drive
  • River Dart Country Park - 7 min drive
  • Dartington Hall Estate and Gardens - 10 min drive

Getting around

  • Totnes Station - 13 min drive
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • Almond Thief - 8 min drive
  • Riverford Field Kitchen - 8 min drive
  • Cranks Restaurant at the Dartington Cider Press Centre - 8 min drive
  • Abbey Inn on the River - 2 min drive
  • Exeter Inn - 4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Two bedroom stone cottage near Dartmoor and Devon beaches pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Two bedroom stone cottage near Dartmoor and Devon beaches?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Two bedroom stone cottage near Dartmoor and Devon beaches?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Two bedroom stone cottage near Dartmoor and Devon beaches located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Buckfast Butterfly Farm and Dartmoor Otter Sanctuary and 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from Dartmoor National Park. Buckfast Abbey and River Dart Country Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

RONNIE G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Highly recommend!
Beautiful spacious cottage, that had everything we needed. Very comfortable beds, great location. Mark and Helen were extremely welcoming and very informative, particularly regarding places of interest, including eateries suitable for specific dietary requirements. We definitely plan to stay again in the future and would highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol B.

Liked: Cleanliness
A break in the South of England
My holiday from home could not be better everything was perfect - venue, activities and places to visit on the doorstep. A must to do again.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

michael c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Country retreat
We had a great stay in the cottage which has been recently refurbished, it had everything we needed for our stay and all the rooms were very clean and well presented. The open plan living room and kitchen were upstairs with 2 bedrooms and a bathroom downstairs. A great courtyard to relax or dine out , weather permitting. The location is very rural with 2 small towns nearby. A car is much recommended as the cottage is some way from everything and I am not sure about public transport. The location is very good as a base to see the sights of Devon but remember a lot of the roads are rural and be prepared to pull over for oncoming cars. I would definitely recommend staying at one of the cottages here and you will have a great stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

dave t.

Liked: Cleanliness
Week stay to explore
Cottage was very clean, all as stated on the website and ideal for us to check around the south Devon coast from a great base, would definitely recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hemant D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent cottage in a nice location
It was really nice holiday at Shippon Cottage. Very cosy cottage with fully equipped kitchen. We explored most of the south Devon and it was quite easy to do so because of the great location of the cottage. Thanks to Helen and Mark for making it very easy to check in and check out!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Caroline M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Pridhamsleigh Property!
We have just returned from a week's holiday which was perfect in every way! From the outset, everything went smoothly: booking was easy and Mark was always extremely quick to reply to our queries. Helen's warm smile and friendly greeting at check-in set a lovely tone; we knew we had made a great choice. Shippon Cottage exceeded our expectations: it's a spacious, sympathetically, beautifully restored animal barn with many quirky features retained. Our four year old granddaughter adored it and very quickly made herself at home in the large twin-bedded room, although her favourite feature was the arrow-slit-like windows. The cottage was spotlessly clean, very well-equipped - even down to things like dishwasher tablets, washing pods, liquid soap, cling film and foil - and had a lovely little welcome pack, luxurious towels and quality bedding The setting was tranquil and the location perfect for visiting so many of the great attractions and beautiful countryside that South Devon has to offer. We had such a brilliant time that we are trying to work out how we can wangle another visit; in the meantime, we will be recommending it to our family and friends. Thank you, Helen and Mark, for letting us stay in your perfect Pridhamsleigh property!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely stay at Shippon
The cottage is exactly as advertised. It’s very spacious, well equipped and perfectly located for exploring Dartmoor.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Patricia W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very close to Dartmoor and other beautiful parts of Devon.
Easy and comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Emma J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely cottage
Very clean and beautiful courtyard
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

Liked: Cleanliness
July stay in Devon
We cannot recommend a stay at the Shippon Cottage enough. The property is beautifully furnished and the owners very friendly. The location was ideal for visits to the coast as well as Totnes & Plymouth. The local area is beautiful and with ample parking and every home comfort you would need in the property, it has made for an amazing stay. Thank you
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021