The Shippon at Oldsbrim has the most magnificent views out over Dartmoor.
The fabulous sitting-room.
The spacious and well-equipped kitchen. Please note, the Aga is no longer in use but you have use of the brilliant induction hob and electric oven for cooking up your holiday meals.
The gardens have magnificent views of Sharp Tor.
Bedroom 1 has a gorgeous view.
The gorgeous kitchen and dining space.
This beautiful Aga (this is currently not in use).
Rustle up a feast in the kitchen.
Beautiful touches throughout.
Gather around the table and plan tomorrow's moorland adventures.
Looking down to the dining space.
A lovely spot to enjoy supper.
Stepping into the living area from the kitchen.
The super inviting sitting-room. A great room to truly relax and unwind in after a action packed day.
The sitting-room offers oodles of comfy seating and a generous sized coffee table.
...with a glowing wood-burning stove. Perfect for snuggling up in after a full day of exploring.
The ground floor shower-room.
Bedroom 1 is one of three exceptionally inviting and comfy bedrooms.
Bedroom 1 is home to this beautiful king-size bed.
Bedroom 2 is super comfy and cosy.
The family bathroom.
Bedroom 3 is perfect for one, with this slightly smaller double bed (width is standard double, it is the length which is slightly shorter than standard).
One of the lovely reading spots on the landing.
Another place to perch and get lost in a good book.
The entrance hall links the ground floor utility-room and shower-room and leads into the kitchen. It also provides a great spot for kicking off your boots in preparation to enjoy the main house.
A great spot to enjoy a touch of al fresco dining whilst enjoying the most magical views.
Spend blissful evenings here.
The view from the top of your garden, looking back over the cottage and out over Dartmoor.
Time for tea and cake in the garden.
Peace and tranquility all around.
Wander up the path which leads to your own private access to the moors.
And through the private access gate to get to the moors.
The surrounding moorland is just breath-taking.
Wow.
Sharp Tor from The Shippon at Oldsbrim.
Just a magical spot.

The Shippon at Oldsbrim

4621

4.8 miles NW of Ashburton / Sleeps 5 + 2 cots*

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  • 31 Reviews

The owners, the cottage, the setting are ideal for a get-away (long or short) with easy access to the moors, The Hams, Tavistock. The peace and clean air around The Shippon are inspirational and just what is needed if you want to get away from it all. Friendly owners make a perfect package....

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2nd visit, The cottage is just perfect,.. picture postcard, quirky, comfortable and welcoming. It is also in the perfect spot at the centre of Dartmoor for walking and exploring. The owners are lovely. We hope to return again and again, can't fault it....

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Went in July / August for a week with a family of 4 + dog. Cottage was perfect. Lots of walks, wild ponies & deer. Beautiful scenery. Weather was pretty wild at times but cottage was warm & cosy and had everything for cooking being comfortable etc. Would definitely go again. ...

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We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your time on Dartmoor, and all the elements it could throw at you! We hope to welcome you back again soon. Tanya, Customer Support

Very pretty and clean house, the surroundings are unbelievable: when you look out the window, there’s Sharptor, right at your doorstep. Looks like a picture but it’s real! Great for walking, lots to see and discover. Our boys and dog loved it here too. Owners are very friendly and helpful. No neighbours so very quiet. Would love to come and stay again some day. ...

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What a wonderful week in Dartmoor! Blessed with super hot weather, we spent every day exploring the moor, from north to south (Chagford village is gorgeous), east to west (don't miss Lydford Gorge) and all the nooks and crannies in-between. Steve, the owner, does a gentle 'meet and greet' and is on hand if you have any questions or need anything. He's very down to earth, has a great sense of humour and is just a lovely bloke with a good heart. He shares a stunning thatched cottage opposite The Shippon with his partner, Tracy, but you'd hardly know they were there... We booked The Shippon due to its proximity to Bovey and Craft Festival 2023, an incredible arts event we attend almost every year, but The Shippon offered us so much more... Such a beautiful location. We loved the wild orchids in the meadow, the stunning view of Sharp Tor and the surrounding area, the walks from the back gate, the ponies and deer across the Moor, and the little cuckoo who visits the garden daily. And inside, we had everything we needed for a very comfortable stay. Spotlessly clean, this rather funky Shippon conversion is rather special. With a slightly 70s vibe, super squishy sofas, a steep, wooden staircase that makes you feel like a child climbing up to a treehouse at bedtime, The Shippon will tug at your heartstrings and you'll probably find it difficult to leave. Ashburton is a lovely little town packed with a supermarket, eateries, antiques and gift shops and is just a hop and skip from Oldsbrim. So, although The Shippon feels wonderfully remote, that's a little magic trick! Widecombe in the Moor is a delightful village for a wander, and at just 15 minutes away from the Shippon, The Cafe on the Green is perfect for breakfast or lunch. Every meal we've had there has been excellent. The Warren House Inn is another great place for a meal with a view. At 1425ft above sea level, it's the highest pub in southern England, with fabulous view across Dartmoor. On a very sunny, very hot afternoon, it's a superb place for a cold beer and a pasty. The Shippon provides a great base if you wish to explore the delights of Dartmoor by car, or fill your days with walking trips, pony trekking (The Shippon has it's own stables if you wish to bring your horse!), or you just want to chill out in the garden with a good book and a great view! We'll be back... ...

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