Lower Shippon

Lower Shippon, a 200 year old former cobb barn has been lovingly converted into a stylish one bedroom cottage. It's a cosy, well equipped home from home and makes an ideal base for exploring North Cornwall & Devon. Located in a quiet village for those seeking a peaceful relaxing break, yet close enough to all the attractions of Bude. The space Lower Shippon sleeps up to two adults. We can also accommodate one child over 4 years of age on a sofa bed in the living area. Let us know if this is required at time of booking. We do not accept dogs in Lower Shippon. This is a one storey cottage comprising of one double bedroom and one bathroom with shower, WC, wash basin. Please note there is no bath. ​The living area is open plan with a comfortable sofa, coffee table, small dining table with 3 chairs and a 42 inch flat screen smart TV. There is also a small games cupboard. The fully equipped kitchen includes an integrated oven with grill, 4 ring induction hob, microwave, fridge with small freezer compartment, toaster and kettle. There is no dishwasher in this property. The cottage is enhanced with soft lighting and velux windows to bring in the natural light. In the entrance there are hooks to hang coats and a large cupboard that houses the washing machine, pegs, laundry detergent, first aid kit and cushions for the 2 outdoor chairs. Outside there is a small grassed area, picnic bench and 2 wooden chairs, along with a rotary washing line. There is a large drive shared with our cottage next door which is also a holiday let. There is one parking space per cottage. **If you prefer exclusive use of the outdoor area, please let us know before booking and we will check if this is possible. ​Bed linen and towels are provided, but please bring your own beach towels. Guest access The cottage can be accessed from 4pm on your arrival day. Please park to the left side of the drive (closest to the tree). Other things to note We ask guests to exercise caution when entering or leaving by car as the cottage is located on a bend in the road. Mobile phone signal can be unreliable depending on your network, but the cottage is equiped with wifi. Wifi calling works well. We do not have an EV charging station, and we ask our guests not to charge their vehicles at the cottage. The Nearest EV charging stations are located at Bude and Holsworthy, (approx 10 minutes away). As a result of our fire risk assessment barbeques are not permitted as we have 2 LPG tanks situated on the premises. We do not accept dogs in Lower Shippon. This property is not suitable for children under the age of 4.