About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: The Shippon in Minehead offers a cozy holiday home with two bedrooms and a bathroom. Guests can relax in the private garden and enjoy free WiFi throughout the property. Modern Amenities: The holiday home features a fully equipped kitchen with a refrigerator, microwave, toaster, and tea and coffee maker. Additional amenities include a dining area, TV, and hairdryer. Convenient Location: Located 45 mi from Exeter International Airport, The Shippon is 8.7 mi from Dunster Castle and 22 mi from Tiverton Castle. Free on-site parking is available for guests.

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Property highlights

    • Free Parking Available On Site


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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1
1 king bed
Bedroom 2
2 twin beds
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Guest reviews

External review score

This 9.8 score is from guests who booked this property on several other travel websites. It will be replaced by a Booking.com review score once this property receives its first review from guests on our site.

Host Info

Company review score: 9.4Based on 547 reviews from 219 properties
219 managed properties

Property info

The Shippon is located in a rural position on a farm, between Wheddon Cross and Exford, within Exmoor National Park. If you are looking for peace and quiet in the middle of some of the most beautiful countryside in England, then this is the place for you! The farm has 14th century origins and the property has been carefully converted into comfortable holiday accommodation from an original stone outbuilding; the name shippon means 'cow shed'. Sleeps up to 4 guests in two bedrooms One double bedroom (king-sized bed) and one twin bedroom Open plan kitchen and sitting room with vaulted ceilings and original oak beams Lovely views across the cobbled yard and duck pond Carefully converted from stone outbuildings with 14th century origins Situated in a private valley deep in the heart of the Exmoor National Park Dogs welcome (2 max) for supplement of 25 GBP Wifi, heating and electricity included Bed linen and towels are provided Approx 2 miles to local villages with pubs and shops Arrive from 4 pm Depart by 10 am Stone steps lead up from the cobbled yard to the front door which take you directly into the open plan kitchen and sitting room. The vaulted ceiling shows off the original beams and give a spacious feel to the property. The large window looks out over the duck pond and across the farmland beyond. The hallway leads away from the other side of the sitting room to the bathroom which has shower over bath, toilet and hand basin, and the two bedrooms. One is a double bedroom with king-sized bed, and the other is a twin bedroom, therefore sleeping a maximum of 4 guests. The Shippon is adjoined to another holiday property next door, which also sleeps 4 guests. And the owners live in the farmhouse next door. Dogs are welcome by prior arrangement (maximum of 2) for 25 GBP each. Please note: you are required to ensure your dog is kept under your control at all times, there are free-range ducks and chickens in the yard.

Neighborhood info

Ideally located for exploring Exmoor - about 20 minutes from many of the key moorland attractions, including Dunkery, Tarr Steps, Dulverton, Dunster, Wimbleball Lake and the list goes on! Wheddon Cross (approx 2 miles) has a well-stocked mini-supermarket, Post Office facilities and petrol station with good opening times. The Rest & Be Thankful Inn is the village pub which serves food and is child and dog friendly. Exford is also approx 2 miles (in the other direction), there is a village shop and Post Office and two pubs.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

House rules

The Shippon takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 4:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Until 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of £200 is required. The property charges this 14 days before arrival. That's about $269. This will be collected by bank transfer. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by bank transfer, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Cards accepted at this property
VisaMastercardMaestro Cash is not accepted
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform The Shippon of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

A damage deposit of £200 is required. The property charges this days before arrival. This will be collected by bank transfer. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by bank transfer, subject to an inspection of the property.

FAQs about The Shippon