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Dog friendly Instow beach
Explore Exmoor National Park
Woolacombe Beach
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The Shippen At Upper Yeoland

Barnstaple (5.3mls E), Devon
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Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 4
4 star
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Enclosed garden / patio
Increased accessibility
Internet access
Pub nearby
Parking on site / nearby
Towels included
Travel cot available
Highchair available
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At a glance

  • Attractive, detached, single-storey barn conversion with fully enclosed garden nestling amongst the North Devon countryside
  • Light and bright, open-plan indoor space with charming farmhouse-style furnishings
  • Escape to Exmoor National Park or beaches such as Saunton, Woolacombe and Croyde
Property code: 88125

This tastefully furnished and equipped barn offers a peaceful location with high ceilings, exposed beams and a private rear garden with BBQ.

Situated within attractive rolling countryside 5.5 miles from the market town of Barnstaple, this detached single-storey barn conversion offers ample room for a pair of dog-loving couples or a small family looking for an active or restful holiday, with easy access to the natural beauty of the coast and rugged majesty of Exmoor National Park. The barn’s welcoming ambience and tastefully appointed open-plan living areas are enhanced by an enclosed gravelled courtyard to its rear, with captivating views of working farmland close by.

The open-plan lounge/kitchen/diner is a bright, sociable area with a homely feel littered with tasteful farmhouse-style furnishings that sit beneath exposed wooden beams. It’s a place to come together to create and consume indulgent meals, plan the day ahead or raise a toast and recall moments from the day just gone, whether at the dining table or one of the plump sofas before an evening film. Along the corridor are a family bathroom and two bedrooms - a super-king-size bedroom with skylights and a cosy twin bedroom. The gated and enclosed gravelled courtyard is just as much a place to grab some quiet time as it is an alfresco brunch or BBQ supper.

Two- and four-footed visitors are warmly welcomed in Barnstaple (5.5 miles), home to some of the best local produce in the county and a key junction on the South West Coast Path. The enchanting moorland and woodland of Exmoor National Park (12 miles) can be savoured on foot or by bicycle. The 65 acres of garden and woodlands at Rosemoor offer peace and tranquillity, while the beaches of Saunton, Woolacombe, and Croyde (all within 20 miles) are meccas for water sports lovers.

  • 2 bedrooms – 1 super-king zip-and-link bedroom (can be made into a twin room on request), 1 twin zip-and-link bedroom (can be made into a super-king bed on request)
  • 1 bathroom with a roll top bath, separate shower, and WC
  • Electric oven and hob, microwave, dishwasher, fridge/freezer, and washer/dryer
  • Travel cot and highchair available on request
  • Smart TV in the lounge
  • Enclosed rear gravelled courtyard with outdoor furniture and charcoal BBQ
  • To the front is a lawn area which you are welcome to use but is not enclosed (pet owners are politely asked to keep dogs on a lead due to sheep, cattle and horses in adjacent fields)
  • Parking for 2 cars with level access from the parking area B
  • each 8 miles, shop 2.5 miles, pub less than 1 mile
  • Private water supply
  • Lower Yeoland Barn (code 60511) is located 200 yards away sleeping 6 guests (book at additional cost) Ideal for booking alongside for larger group getaways
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • 4 dogs allowed. Dogs are charged at £20 each per full or part week
  • There is an Accidental Damage Deposit of £200 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £25. We’ll provide more details about this when booking your holiday.

Rachel Loosemore

This property is personally managed by Rachel.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 23 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Michael 5th August 2024

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We stayed at the shippen 05/08/24 for 7 nights. We had a great time and the property was lovely and clean with a nice welcome cream tea waiting for us. Thank you Alicia. Mike Sandra Geoff plus Kimmy and Finn the dogs

Reviewed by Jack 24th June 2024

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One of the best I have ever stayed in . Second to Waterside in Norfolk . The house is light and roomy , fully equiped , the owner always available ( but was never needed as everything was perfect). If you like animals, you won't be disappointed.

Reviewed by Patricia 14th June 2024

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Lovely light airy barn conversation with plenty of room for us and our 2 dogs. The cottage was well equipped and in a nice quiet area but near enough to Barnstaple for shopping if you have a car. We love this area of Devon as we enjoy walking. We enjoyed days out walking in Lynmouth and on the Hartland Peninsula especially. We were lucky to have coRead moreol but sunny weather. We would definitely return to this cottage. Hide

Reviewed by Tim 31st May 2024

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Reviewed by Christina 24th May 2024

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The Shippen was lovely with a real homely feel and had everything we needed. Our host was also lovely and very helpful. Having a dog friendly field was an absolute dream for people holidaying with dogs and having fresh flowers, dog blankets and towel was a really nice touch. Will definitely recommend this place and would stay again.

Reviewed by Sarah 10th May 2024

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Family were lovely and cottage was very comfortable and had everything we needed to enjoy our week away. Alicia gave us lots of ideas on places to visit. Mortehoe and Heddon Valley we would definitely recommend, great for walking.

Reviewed by Pauline 3rd May 2024

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Reviewed by Nicola 26th April 2024

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Really lovely place to stay. Close to the moors and other beautiful places to visit

Reviewed by Bridgitte 3rd November 2023

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Great quiet rural location , only 10 mins to Barnstaple. Comfortable well equipped barn conversion. Would recommend. Castle inn in Landkey does good simple pub food

Reviewed by Val 20th October 2023

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Reviewed by Jane 17th September 2023

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Beautiful clean spacious cottage plenty of room for us and our dogs. Very well equipped cottage. Loved hearing the horses in the morning and watching them in the field. Very dog friendly location . Pub nearby about 10 min walk. Great butchers etc in South Molton just a 15 minute drive.

Reviewed by Lindsay 7th August 2023

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Well appointed. Very comfortable.

Reviewed by Gillian 30th June 2023

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Reviewed by Diane 23rd June 2023

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It was a lovely property. Having use of the running field for the 4 dogs that we had with us was a very big plus point which we had not been expecting. The owner of the property and all of the people we met on the site were very friendly and helpful. It was a very relaxing holiday in a lovely location.

Reviewed by Lee 21st May 2023

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Recently spent five nights in this beautifully converted barn in a most beautiful peaceful location. The host Alicia and her family are super welcoming and friendly and have really gone out of their way to ensure the property is fully equipped and have thought of everything you may need.The cream tea on arrival and fresh flowers were a lovely welcoRead moreming surprise, cant rate this highly enough, really looking forward to being able to revisit. A massive thank you to them for a wonderful stay. Hide

Reviewed by Stephen 13th May 2023

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An exceptionally well equipped property, the owner was very pleasant and nothing was too much trouble. We will definitely be going back.

Reviewed by Susan 28th April 2023

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Cottage is beautiful and ideally located to explore the nature park and coastline. The cottage is comfortable and well equipped, whilst there is an enclosed area at the rear of the property ideal for four legged companions there is no direct access from the cottage door so dogs have to be taken through on a lead (or carried) if they are of an inquiRead moresitive nature! We had a fabulous time and the owner was lovely..cream teas in arrival after a long journey was very welcomed. Hide

Reviewed by Victoria 21st April 2023

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A beautifully converted barn with everything u could ever need, including a cream tea on arrival and biscuits for the dogs! Very friendly and welcoming host in a beautiful location! Will definitely be staying with you again!!!! Thanks for a wonderful weekend x

Reviewed by Gina 12th April 2023

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The converted barn is very spacious for four adults and three small dogs, it was extremely clean too. The kitchen has everything you need if you want to cook. The bathroom is really big with a roll top bath and a large shower cubicle with a great power shower. Both bedrooms had very comfortable beds and it was good to have both rooms made up to douRead moreble beds as we were two couples staying, the bedding is good quality. The welcome cream tea was an added bonus, the owner is a great host too. Hide

Reviewed by Natasha 31st March 2023

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Beautiful barn conversion, great location, very comfortable and had everything you could want. Alicia the host was warm and accommodating and even offered to take visuals for our autistic son to help support him during our stay.

Reviewed by Danielle 13th February 2023

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Beautiful cottage very spacious, shower was a winner for me as it was so powerful and hot, lovely warm place and blankets left out to snuggle up, ideal enclosed area for the dogs. Perfect location and base to explore devon coastline. Very welcoming owner, such a lovely welcome pack for the guests and dogs, really did make us feel at home. Last minuRead morete 2 night booking would definitely recommend. Such a bonus for us having 4 dogs between 2 couples so hard to find places that would let us all stay Hide

Reviewed by Catherine 4th February 2023

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I cant recommend this cottage/barn conversion highly enough. Its spacious, comfortable and well equipped, with lots of thoughtful touches from the owners, including a cream tea on arrival. Whilst in a rural location, its very close to Barnstaple and only a short drive to a number of costal towns and villages. A great holiday venue!

Reviewed by Lynne 21st October 2022

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