Title: The Shippen, Rural & rustic retreat -Barn conversion @ The Home Away South 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 # The Shippen, Rural & rustic retreat -Barn conversion @ The Home Away South Holiday home with a fitness centre, near North Devon Coast ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104320000/104315600/104315537/5845c403.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104320000/104315600/104315537/18d6da8b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104320000/104315600/104315537/52d0865a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Hair dryer, towels, soap, toilet paper](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104320000/104315600/104315537/228a7c86.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104320000/104315600/104315537/18bb7b24.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Nestled in the picturesque village of Combe Martin, The Shippen Barn offers a unique blend of rustic charm and modern comfort. With exposed wooden beams, a log burner, and well-equipped kitchen to channel your inner chef. Enjoy the spacious living area for cozy evenings or take advantage of the shared swimming pool during warmer months. ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7 ## Popular amenities - Gym - Pool - Pet-friendly - Dryer - Washer ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The Shippen, Rural & rustic retreat -Barn conversion @ The Home Away South Welcome to The Shippen Barn, a charming barn conversion nestled in the picturesque village of Combe Martin. This idyllic retreat offers a perfect blend of rustic charm and modern comfort, making it an ideal destination for your next getaway. As you step inside, you'll be greeted by the warm ambiance of the spacious living area, adorned with exposed wooden beams and a delightful log burner, perfect for cozy evenings spent curled up with a good book or enjoying the company of loved ones. The accommodation boasts three inviting bedrooms, ensuring ample space for families or groups of friends. The master bedroom features a comfortable double bed, while the second bedroom offers a cozy bunk bed arrangement, perfect for children or additional guests. The third bedroom provides a peaceful sanctuary with a snug single bed, ideal for a restful night's sleep. The well-equipped kitchen invites you to channel your inner chef, with modern appliances and ample space to prepare delicious meals using locally sourced ingredients. And on chilly winter days, you can rely on the brand new boiler to keep you warm and toasty throughout your stay. During the warmer months, guests can take advantage of the shared swimming pool located on-site, offering a refreshing escape from the summer heat. Please note that pool access is available via separate bookings to ensure a serene and enjoyable experience for all guests. Whether you're seeking a relaxing retreat or an action-packed adventure, The Shippen Barn offers the perfect base to explore the stunning surroundings of Combe Martin and beyond. With its charming character, comfortable amenities, and convenient location, your stay here is sure to be a memorable one. The property is one of several in the area managed by The Home Away South Limited. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - One pet total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Things to do - Gym ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104320000/104315900/104315820/4c4026e9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Mill Tower - 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25 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 1 total pets ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=51.1799,-4.027463&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:m%7DkwHrrqW%3FW%3FY%3FW%3FY%40W%40Y%40W%40Y%40W%40WBY%40WBWBWBWBWBWBWDWDWBWDUDWDUFWDUDUFUFUDUHUFUFSFUHSFSHSHSHSFSJQHSHQHQJQJQHOJQJOJOJOJOJMLOJMLMJMLMJKLMLKLKLKLILKLILINILGLILGNGNGLENELGNCLENENCNCLCNANCNANALAN%3FNAN%3FN%3FN%40N%3FL%40N%40N%40NBL%40NBNBNBLDNDNDLDNDNFLDLFNFLHLFLHNHLHLJLHLJLJLJJLLJLLJLLLJLJNLLJNJNJNJNJPHNJPHPJPHPHRHPHRHRHRFRHRHRFTFRFTFTFTFTDTFTDTFVDTDVDTBVDVDVBVBVBVBVBVBV%40V%40XBV%40V%40X%40V%40X%40V%3FX%3FV%3FX%3FV%3FX%3FV%3FX%3FVAXAVAXAVAVCXAVAVCXCVCVCVCVCVEVEVCTEVETEVGTEVGTETGTGTGTGRGTGRITIRGRIRIRIPIRIPIPKPIPKPIPKNKNKPKNKLMNKLKNMLKLMJMLKJMJMJMJMJMHMHOHMHMHMFOFMFMFOFODMDODODMBOBODO%40MBO%40OBO%40M%3FO%40O%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FOAM%3FOAOCOAOCMAOEOCOCMEOEMEOEMGOGOGMGMGMIOIMIMIMIMKMKMKMKMKKMMKKMMMKOMMKOKMKOKQKOKOIQKQKQIQIQIQKSGQISISISGSIUGSGUGSIUEUGUGUEUEWGUEWEUEWCUEWEWCWCWCWCWCWCYAWCWAYAWAWAYAWAY%3FW%3FY%3FW%3FY&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=i1IJxDNKrjlMyynqu-eC5AgEx9E=) Ilfracombe, England #### What's nearby - Combe Martin Beach - 7 min drive - 2.6 miles - Newberry Beach - 7 min drive - 2.8 miles - Watermouth Castle - 8 min drive - 3.7 miles - Hele Bay Beach - 10 min drive - 5.3 miles - Ilfracombe Harbour - 12 min drive - 7.7 miles #### Getting around - Barnstaple Station - 24 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The Stables Bar and Lounge - ‬7 min drive - ‪Muddiford Inn - ‬13 min drive - ‪The Dolphin - ‬12 min drive - ‪The Black & White - ‬7 min drive - ‪The Dolphin Inn - ‬7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does The Shippen, Rural & rustic retreat -Barn conversion @ The Home Away South have a pool? > Yes, this property has a pool. ### Is The Shippen, Rural & rustic retreat -Barn conversion @ The Home Away South pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total). ### What time is check-in at The Shippen, Rural & rustic retreat -Barn conversion @ The Home Away South ? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at The Shippen, Rural & rustic retreat -Barn conversion @ The Home Away South ? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is The Shippen, Rural & rustic retreat -Barn conversion @ The Home Away South located? > Situated in Ilfracombe, this holiday home is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from North Devon Coast and within 3 miles (5 km) of South West Coast Path Section 4 Trailhead and South West Coast Path Section 3 Trailhead. Combe Martin Beach and Newberry Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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