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The Shippen, Colyton

The Shippen is a single-storey cottage converted from a barn on a traditional Devon farm near the little town of Colyton. The cottage sleeps four people in two bedrooms, a double and twin, with a family bathroom. On the same level is an open plan living space with seating area with wood burning stove, dining area, kitchen and door to a patio.The adjacent scullery houses washing machine and tumble drier. Outside is also a big shared lawn with barbecue and a games barn. Four miles from Colyton, The Shippen is a welcoming cottage for a fabulous Devon break.

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Accommodation Details

One level. Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x twin. Bathroom with bath, shower over, WC, basin. Open plan living space with wood burning stove, dining area, kitchen and glass door to patio. Adjacent scullery housing washing machine and tumble drier (shared with Linney and Battens) Outdoor shared games barn.

4 miles from Colyton, deep in thick, lush hedgerow lanes in the Coly Valley, is the sleepy hamlet of Northleigh, 5 to 7 miles from the lovely coastal villages of Beer, Sidmouth and Branscombe. On the edge of Northleigh, three cottages converted from traditional Devon barns on a small mixed farm raising beef, free range poultry and a few piglets. The Shippen opens from the courtyard into an open plan living space with seating area with cosy wood burning stove, dining area, kitchen and glass door to a patio with table and chairs and wonderful views across fields. On the same level are the two comfortable bedrooms sharing a big family bathroom. This is a lovely peaceful base for relaxing and enjoying country freedom. This property can be booked with The Linney (976057) and Battens (976059) and together they sleep 14.

Beer is a small picturesque fishing village on the south Devon coast near Seaton. The shingle beach is very sheltered, backed by limestone cliffs and was once fertile smuggling territory, plus contraband was hidden in nearby caves, which are now a popular tourist attraction

Amenities & Facilities

Central heating with wood burning stove. Microwave, fridge- freezer, dishwasher, shared laundry room with washing machine, tumble drier, TV with DVD, WiFi, Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Cot and highchair available on request, Off road parking for two cars. Barbecue. Two well-behaved dogs welcome, Sorry no smoking.

Location Details

Beer is a small picturesque fishing village on the south Devon coast near Seaton. The shingle beach is very sheltered, backed by limestone cliffs and was once fertile smuggling territory, plus contraband was hidden in nearby caves, which are now a popular tourist attraction

Devon, with its quiet country lanes, patchwork of lush green fields and sleepy villages is not to be missed. Stately home lovers will be spoiled and why not finish with a scrumptious Devonshire cream tea?

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7-Day Forecast

Make the most of your holiday by considering the weather! The 7-day weather forecast for Colyton is detailed below.

Wed 27th Light rain 8°C 3°C 19mph 0.5mm 1,015mb
Thu 28th Light rain 10°C 2°C 18mph 1.2mm 1,026mb
Fri 29th Light rain 12°C 10°C 20mph 0.4mm 1,022mb
Sat 30th Overcast clouds 13°C 12°C 17mph 0.0mm 1,020mb
Sun 1st Light rain 13°C 10°C 22mph 4.6mm 1,012mb
Mon 2nd Scattered clouds 9°C 5°C 15mph 0.0mm 1,014mb
Tue 3rd Light rain 8°C 4°C 13mph 0.1mm 1,022mb

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