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Two bedroom stone cottage near Dartmoor and Devon beaches

Cottage in Newton Abbot with kitchen

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Exterior
Hallway
Double Room
Kitchen with fridge/freezer, dishwasher, microwave and washer/dryer.
Twin Room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Ashburton, ENG
  • Place, Buckfast Abbey
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Buckfast Butterfly Farm and Dartmoor Otter Sanctuary
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, River Dart Country Park
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

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.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 20
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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

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. Dartmoor National Park and River Dart Country Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Buckfast Butterfly Farm and Dartmoor Otter Sanctuary and House of Marbles. Trago Family Fun Park and Paignton Zoo are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Map
Ashburton, ENG

What's nearby

  • Buckfast Abbey - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Buckfast Butterfly Farm and Dartmoor Otter Sanctuary - 1 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Dartmoor National Park - 2 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Dartington Hall Estate and Gardens - 10 min drive - 10.0 km
  • River Dart Country Park - 10 min drive - 4.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Things Happen Here - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The White Hart Buckfastleigh - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cott Inn - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Tradesmans Arms - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Dartmoor Halfway Inn - ‬8 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 within 2 miles (3 km) of Buckfast Butterfly Farm and Dartmoor Otter Sanctuary, Buckfast Abbey and Dartmoor National Park. River Dart Country Park is 2.1 mi (3.5 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 22 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carol B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Sally B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Heaven in Devon

This is our second holiday in Shippon cottage this year. We love how well appointed and comfortable it is and nothing is too much trouble for the owners who have an excellent knowledge of and passion for this beautiful part of Devon. We'll be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

RONNIE G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

michael c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Patrick N., Baunatal, Germany

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Entdecken, Erleben und Entspannung

Wir wurden freundlich und herzlich empfangen von unseren Vermietern. Das Anwesen (älter als 500Jahre) liegt idyllisch und erfüllt alle Bedürfnisse zum entspannen. Die Ferienwohnung ist modern und mehr als geräumig und ideal für den ruhigen Familienurlaub. Die Lage ist perfekt für Wanderungen oder zum Erdkunden der gesamten Region mit den lokalen Sehenswürdigkeiten. Zusätzlich ist das Objekt perfekt gelegen für Tagesausflüge (Bsp. Plymouth, Exeter, Tintagel, Burgh Island etc.). Der Innenhof lädt ein, einen gelungen Sommertag ausklingen zulassen. Fazit: Alles da was man braucht und man ist gleich im Urlaub angekommen. Wir waren durchgehend begeistert. 🤗
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Roger W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tolle Unterkunft

Sehr freundliche und hilfsbereite Gastgeber. Die sehr grosszügige Wohnung verfügt über alles, was man benötigt. Alles ist sehr sauber und in sehr gutem Zustand. Idealer Ausgangspunkt für verschiedene Aktivitäten.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

dave t.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely cottage

Very clean and beautiful courtyard
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

10/10 Excellent

Danny C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short stay .

Super stay in an excellent location for visiting a variety of places in Devon and Cornwall. Excellent hosting. I’d stay again ! .
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ian R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home from Home

Our stay in June 2021 warrants a review. The barn had everything you would want and more. The owner has thought of everything, especially in the kitchen. The courtyard area is beautiful and a sun trap. I will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anne K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable, relaxing and a lovely place to stay.

A lovely relaxing place to stay. Beautiful old barn in a courtyard setting, very tastefully furnished and very comfortable. Mark and Helen have thought of everything,: a generous welcome pack, dish washer tablets, washing up liquid,. soft towels beautiful sheets and many others things that you normally you have to provide. . They are also extremely helpful and knowledgeable about the area, . Helen recommended a beautiful walk and very kindly left a map and route plan on our doorstep.. They certainly go the extra mile to ensure you have everything you need .A big recommendation from us
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Cottage

A beautiful backdrop to a wonderful week. Fantastic facilities and the welcome pack was a really nice touch!! Would definately stay again. Thanks
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rob P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Plenty of space for four for a week’s getaway.

The property is well equipped for 4. It is nicely furnished, well equipped and spacious. Everywhere is very comfortable and the heating works well. Plenty of opportunities to have a local walk, visit two local centres, access the moor within a few minutes and only about half an hour from the sea.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Week away in Devon

Cozy cottage that we felt we could actually live in. The location is perfect for trips out around Devon and Dartmoor is your garden. Our hosts were amazing couldn't thank them enough. We will be re visiting next time we stay in the area.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Nigel Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A lovely cottage in a beautiful spot

The cottage has been renovated beautifully, it has everything you need and is in a very quiet location surrounded by countryside but with lots of attractions and pubs close by. The complimentary snacks including a freshly baked loaf were much appreciated! The owners were always prompt responding to any queries before we arrived. A perfect getaway!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely break away at The Shippon Cottage

Stayed here for 5 nights with 2 children, the cottage was lovely and very clean. On arrival there was a welcome package of milk, tea and bread which was a nice touch especially after travelling a long way. The owners Mark & Helen were very accommodating and helpful. Location was very good easy to get to most places. We look forward to staying here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Andrew W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stunning Cottage

We spent 4 wonderful days here at Shippon cottage which has been sympathetically renovated to a very high standard. If you love period features without compromising on luxury this is the perfect place. The owners have thought of everything to make your stay really comfortable and we loved the modern kitchen which was perfectly equipped to allow easy cooking and dining. Its a great location and only a short drive to many places of interest and the coast. We could not recommend more highly and would not consider staying anywhere else when we return to this beautiful part of the world. Thanks to Helen and Mark for doing such a wonderful job and creating such a special place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

About the host

Hosted by Mark Nash

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Originally from Surrey we moved to Devon in order to enjoy the countryside and the lifestyle.

Why they chose this property

Pridhamsleigh has a long, fascinating and sometimes tortuous history and we were immediately drawn to maintaining it in order to share the experience of Devon with our guests. There is so much to see and do nearby that makes every day a rewarding one.

What makes this property unique

Pridhamsleigh Caverns, the local walks, Ashburton, walking on Dartmoor and visiting the coast are all part of the unique mix that draws visitors here year after year.

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