The Shippon, near Wheddon Cross

The Shippon is situated on a farm between Wheddon Cross and Exford, set in a private valley deep in the heart of the 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 £25 supplement 
Stabling and grazing available
Wifi, heating and electricity included
Bed linen and towels are provided
Approx 2 miles to local villages with pubs and shops
Strictly no smoking
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 up to 4 guests.

The Shippon is adjoined to The Ballroom, another holiday property, which also sleeps 4 guests.

Security deposit
A security deposit of £50 is required when booking this property. This amount will be added to the total price of your booking and will be refunded after your stay unless the owner discovers damage to the property or its contents after your departure. 

Dogs are welcome by prior arrangement (maximum of 2). A supplementary fee of £25 will be added to your invoice.
Please note: this cottage is situated on a farm therefore you are required to ensure your dog is kept under your control at all times, this includes free-range ducks and chickens in the yard where the cars are parked as well as livestock in the fields. 
Furthermore, please do not allow your dogs on the furniture and do not leave them alone in the property at any time.

The farm offers turnout and stabling facilities for those wanting to bring their horse on holiday. Charges are £12 per night per horse for stabling and turnout on a DIY basis. Please contact us prior to booking to check availability for horses.

The property will be ready from 4 pm on the day of your arrival.  Please depart by 10 am on the last day of your stay. Please leave the property clean and tidy so that we can guarantee it will be ready on time for our next guests.