Title: Peaceful Cottage in Rural North Devon, near the Ocean Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Peaceful Cottage in Rural North Devon, near the Ocean Family-friendly cottage in Bideford ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22720000/22714100/22714071/d4665225.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22720000/22714100/22714071/c21e217d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22720000/22714100/22714071/2b66dd5e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22720000/22714100/22714071/3c2d7f8e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22720000/22714100/22714071/256fd920.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Near Hartland, North Devon, The Shippen offers a peaceful retreat in a rural setting. With spacious bedrooms and bathrooms on each floor plus an extra bed for kids or teens upstairs, this cozy barn conversion is ideal for families. A wood burner warms the large open-plan living/dining room while the conservatory leads to views over fields through woodland. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Fireplace - Pet-friendly - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Peaceful Cottage in Rural North Devon, near the Ocean 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 down a private lane away from the main road, within the grounds of a smallholding. There are 2 spacious bedrooms, one on the ground floor and one upstairs. There is a fifth bed suitable for a child or teenager in the upstairs lobby. Each bedroom has its own bathroom. There is a large open plan living/dining room with a wood burner, and a conservatory which leads out on to the lawn and patio and has views over fields and through woodland. The wood burner and heating mean the accommodation is ideal for any time of year. Well behaved dogs are welcome but please bear in mind that our chickens, ducks and geese are free range on the property. Housing Crisis in the South West: The Shippen only has planning consent as holiday accommodation so by booking it you are not preventing a local family from having a home to rent. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car recommended - Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 private bathrooms - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area - Wood stove ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - TV - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - Up to 25 kg per pet ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 2 accessible parking spaces - In-room accessibility - No lift - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Wheelchair-accessible van parking - Designated smoking areas ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near an outlet shopping centre - Near the bay - Near the sea ### Things to do - Golf - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57890000/57881000/57880911/ec09cd8f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### "Driftwood" A cosy cottage in Hartland, on the edge of Coastal path. 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Charging of electric cars is not permitted from the cottage electricity supply. ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 1 total (up to 25 kg per pet) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: Children welcomed ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking allowed: in designated areas ## 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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit 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 This property does not have any lifts A car is recommended for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Peaceful Cottage Rural North Devon Ocean Hartland Peaceful Cottage Rural North Devon Ocean Peaceful Rural North Devon Ocean Hartland Peaceful Rural North Devon Ocean Peaceful Rural von Ocean Peaceful Cottage in Rural North Devon Near the Ocean Peaceful Cottage in Rural North Devon, Near the Ocean Cottage Peaceful Cottage in Rural North Devon, Near the Ocean Bideford ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C50.97299%2C-4.46949&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Wy756KDa2pvf4efRyuv4vAFIKQY=) Hartland, Devon #### What's nearby - Hartland Abbey - 6 min drive - 3.9 miles - Shipwreck Museum - 6 min drive - 3.5 miles - Downe Spa - 8 min drive - 3.9 miles - The Milky Way Adventure Park - 10 min drive - 6.6 miles - Hartland Quay - 10 min drive - 5.2 miles #### Restaurants - ‪Bush Inn - ‬15 min drive - ‪Red Lion Hotel - ‬10 min drive - ‪Rectory Farmhouse - ‬16 min drive - ‪Farmer's Arms - ‬9 min drive - ‪Hartland farm shop - ‬4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Peaceful Cottage in Rural North Devon, near the Ocean pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet. ### How much is parking at Peaceful Cottage in Rural North Devon, near the Ocean? > On-site parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at Peaceful Cottage in Rural North Devon, near the Ocean? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Peaceful Cottage in Rural North Devon, near the Ocean? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Peaceful Cottage in Rural North Devon, near the Ocean located? > This family-friendly Bideford cottage is located by the sea, within 3 mi (5 km) of North Devon Coast, Docton Mill Gardens & Tea Rooms and Shipwreck Museum. The Milky Way Adventure Park and Spekes Mill Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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