The Shippen is a comfortable, spacious barn conversion, on a peaceful smallholding within easy reach of the sea and the coast path. Ideal for walkers, surfers, families and anyone needing a quiet place to relax.. Ground Floor:
Living/dining room: Freeview TV, Woodburner
Kitchen: Aga, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher
Bathroom: Bath, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet. Air source heat pump and underfloor central heating, electricity, bed linen and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot and highchair available on request. Front garden with patio and garden furniture. Private parking for 4 cars. No smoking. Please note: This property has a natural water supply via borehole which has been tested.. Air source heat pump central heating (underfloor heating downstairs and radiators upstairs). The Shippen is a cosy but very spacious detached barn conversion in a peaceful rural location near Hartland, North Devon within easy reach of Hartland Quay, and other local beaches. The cottage is accessed via a private lane away from the main road, within the grounds of a smallholding. The cottage has a private water supply which is tested regularly according to Council regulations. There is underfloor heating on the ground floor and there are radiators upstairs. There are two bedrooms, one on the ground floor and one upstairs and there is also a single bed suitable for a child or teenager on the upstairs lobby area. Each bedroom has its own bathroom. The large open plan living/dining room has plenty of comfortable seating and a wood burner which makes it cosy in the winter, and the kitchen is well equipped with an electric aga, fridge/ freezer, microwave and dishwasher. There is also a washing machine in the downstairs bathroom. The conservatory is a real suntrap and leads out on to the lawn and patio with views over the fields. There is a woodland in front of the cottage which is idea for short walks, but please bear in mind there are chickens, ducks and geese on the premises and the garden isn’t enclosed.
The cottage is an ideal place to stay and explore this beautiful and unspoilt part of North Devon and it is located in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty on the Hartland Peninsula. Hartland village is only 1.5 miles away where there are shops, several pubs and a Post Office. Hartland Quay with its beautiful, dramatic scenery is a 10 minute drive away and has a beach and a pub. There are plenty of other beaches within easy reach, both small secluded rocky ones and the large sandy beaches at Bude and Northam. There are beautiful walks around the coastal path and inland. You’ll struggle to fit everything into one visit to The Shippen and you will certainly want to stay time and time again! Beach 8 miles.
Free WiFi
There are steps within the property.
The water is from a spring, well or borehole, and not a mains supply.
Towels are not included.
Ground floor facilities- there are two internal steps in the downstairs hallway but there is a wheelchair ramp which we can place there for people with limited mobility.
Suitable for up to 1 pet
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
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Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
About the area
Bideford
Located in Bideford, this cottage is in a rural area. Shipwreck Museum and The Burton Art Gallery and Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Hartland Abbey and Fisherman's Cottage. Docton Mill Gardens & Tea Rooms and The Milky Way Adventure Park are also worth visiting.
Is 2 bedroom accommodation in Hartland pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at 2 bedroom accommodation in Hartland?
As of 10 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 2 bedroom accommodation in Hartland on 4 May 2026 start from AU$271, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at 2 bedroom accommodation in Hartland?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at 2 bedroom accommodation in Hartland?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 2 bedroom accommodation in Hartland?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is 2 bedroom accommodation in Hartland located?
Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 1 mi (1.5 km) from North Devon Coast and within 3 miles (5 km) of Docton Mill Gardens & Tea Rooms and Shipwreck Museum. Hartland Abbey and Downe Spa are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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8.0
Very good
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Nice homely and comfortably cottage in quiet location.
Nice homely and comfortably cottage in quiet location.Owner lives in adjacent house, so that is convenient and reassuring.short drive to local village and coast where there are decent restaurants, cafes, etc.
David Hey
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