The Shippen

Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Pets No
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Features

Off road parking
Ground floor bedroom
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews

19 Customer Review(s)

Joanne
May 2022

“The Shippen was even better than we expected.”

We really enjoyed staying there and our girls loved being able to play in the garden with the doors to the living room left wide open for them to come and go as they pleased. We also enjoyed the regular visits from various birds in the garden and the sound of birdsong.

We really enjoyed staying there and our girls loved being able to play in the garden with the doors to the living room left wide open for them to come and go as they pleased. We also enjoyed the regular visits from various birds in the garden and the sound of birdsong. Lovely little village and also great location for exploring other areas further afield such as the Jurassic coast.

- Joanne, May 2022
Norman July 2021

“The lodge was very clean well equipped.”

Lovely location. All we could ask for. Would love to visit again.

- Norman, July 2021
David July 2021

“A really great place to get away from it all.”

So quiet, and at night really dark as there's no air pollution. Everything you need is there, although with a bit of tweaking more storage space for the kitchen. Unfortunately not a lot of work/prep space in the kitchen.But a good hob and oven. Really great hot water all the time. A great nights sleep in one of the most comfortable beds you'll find. Good Broadband and loved Netflix etc. Sarah was really helpful, and loved the nice little touch of chocolates and a bottle of milk in the fridge. If in the area, would go back for the solitude. Great butchers and Chinese takeaway in Crewkerne. After over 18 months since our last break, it was nice to get away and have a change.

- David, July 2021
Sandra June 2021

“We were disappointed in the cleanliness of the accommodation.”

Seat cushions on the kitchen chairs were dirty and stained. The oven was dirty as were some of the oven trays. We felt we had to wash everything before being able to use them. My husband went round with my stick and a cloth to get rid of cobwebs. The photographs of the property were misleading making the place look bigger than it actually was. We were also plagued by gnats and were unable to open the doors and windows. Apart from that we had an enjoyable holiday.

- Sandra, June 2021

Dear Mr & Mrs Hardingham, I wish to apologise, in writing, which I have done by phone also. It was such a shame your experience was spoilt by the fact I employed a cleaner for the first time prior to your visit. The job of cleaning was obviously not carried out properly and has now been rectified. So glad you enjoyed your holiday in Somerset in spite of this. You are welcome back to a very clean Shippen any time. Property Owner
Kelsey October 2020

“We are still raving about our week stay at the Shippen over a month later.”

The location was idyllic and the cottage was perfect. The bathtub was amazing and the beds very comfortable. The owners were quite helpful as well.

- Kelsey, October 2020
Angela September 2020

“Just to say we had a fantastic time.”

The cabin was everything we thought it would be; clean and tidy and within easy reach of all the places we wanted to go and we would definitely go back again. When we stepped in my jaw dropped, the décor is so lovely.

- Angela, September 2020
Clare September 2020

“The Shippen was located in a pretty village with a good pub.”

The accommodation still had a new feeling to it and was beautiful inside, as well as in a peaceful spot. This was perfect for a couple or family. It had everything we needed for an enjoyable week.

- Clare, September 2020
Kerry August 2020

“What a wonderful lodge!”

Great location. So clean and well equipped. I could easily live here. Had everything we needed and was a comfort to come back to on an evening after a busy day. Love it. Would definitely come again. Thank you so much!

- Kerry, August 2020
Dawn August 2020

“This is the fourth year running that I have spent my summer holiday at The Shippen.”

It is located in a beautiful village called Merriott that is central to many attractions, towns and beaches. The Shippen is beautifully furnished and has a real home from home feel about it. I would highly recommend this property and I will certainly be booking a stay again in the future.

- Dawn, August 2020
Charlotte July 2020

“We had a really lovely holiday at the Shippen, the cottage was lovely and clean and the garden was a quiet space to sit at the end of the day.”

The only thing missing was a freezer, we brought all our food with us so that we could limit shop visits, we had to throw some away because we couldn’t keep it frozen. Apart from that we loved our holiday

- Charlotte, July 2020
M October 2019

“Lovely cottage, really nice high spec, very cosy/comfortable and in good location for south coast for West Bay, Seaton and Beer (for example) and to north the Quantock Hills for mountain biking/walking and north coast and the wonderful West Somerset Steam Railway.”

Kitchen area slightly cramped for 4 of us, but was no big deal and we had expected this from the photos/reviews. Good location with nice pub only 10 mins away, serving good beer and food. Good wi-fi connection and smart TV with Netflix/Amazon for those Autumn evenings of film watching, which was a nice bonus. Had a fab week and would go again, with no hesitation.

- M, October 2019
Suzanne October 2019

“We had a lovely holiday at The Shippen.”

It was really comfortable, clean and warm. The bed was especially comfortable. The only thing that let it down was the size of the kitchen, which looked bigger in the picture. However, it was very small and cramped, with hardly any counter space, and there was not a cupboard where we could put the supplies which we brought with us. Also the fridge is very large, but a fridge freezer would have been better. It was nice to have the smart TV with Freeview Play and Amazon Prime, as being the winter, we watched the TV a lot in the evenings. There was some milk in the fridge when we arrived, also a nice plant on the window sill, lovely welcoming touches. The Shippen is very convenient for several National Trust properties, and not too far from the coast. The owners were unobtrusive, in fact we only saw Nick once, just after we arrived. All in all we had a good relaxing break, and the weather was really kind to us.

- Suzanne, October 2019
Donna September 2019

“Fantastic accommodation, so cosy and warm, perfect with a baby.”

Cot and highchair kindly provided. Lovely outside space. So many places to visit nearby, National Trust properties are beautiful and plentiful. Coast within 30 mins drive. Such a great county to explore and its sadly overlooked as people pass through to go to Devon and Cornwall. I thoroughly recommend The Shippen to eveyone and wouldn't hesitate to rebook on our next trip to Somerset. Thank you

- Donna, September 2019
Caroline September 2019

“The owners of the Shippen have paid so much attention to detail I cannot fault this beautiful accommodation.”

There was even a fresh pint of milk in the fridge to go with the tea and coffee supplied, this was very welcome after a long journey. The fresh flowers in the window were also a nice touch. The double bed which is adjustable was so comfy. The Shippen is ideally located for discovering all that this beautiful area has to offer.

- Caroline, September 2019
William August 2019

“Excellent place to stay, and was central to a lot of activities and days out.”

Easy access to Weymouth, Poole, Bridport, Lyme Regis and even Longleat.

- William, August 2019
Dawn July 2019

“We had a lovely holiday and stayed for the second time in The Shippen.”

It is beautiful accommodation that is situated in a quiet little village which supplies a peaceful break. It is however, central to lots of other locations such as Lyme Regis, Dorchester, Glastonbury and much more which are all just over half an hours drive. The Shippen has everything you need and we feel it is like home from home and enjoyed it so much last year that we came back this year. It was very clean and tidy and when we arrived there were some freshly cut flowers in the window, those sorts of finishing touches are lovely. Thank you to both Sarah and Nick xx

- Dawn, July 2019
Michelle July 2019

“The cottage is very comfortable and clean.”

We had all the things we needed in the kitchen. We especially loved being able to open the double doors and sit at the patio table for meals. This area is tucked away behind the cottage for complete seclusion. The beds are very comfortable too.

- Michelle, July 2019
Dawn August 2018

“We had a fantastic time!”

The accommodation was beautiful, and completely exceeded our expectations. The Shippen has everything you could possibly require. It’s located in a beautiful quiet village which contains everything you need.

- Dawn, August 2018
Dean July 2018

“We were so lucky to find this place.”

We were going to stay in Travelodges nearby but soooo glad we found this only a few days before our holiday started. It was cheaper too! The cottage is superb. It was really lovely to stay somewhere almost brand new. The cottage is well thought through and was very clean and well presented. Although we were staying during the 2018 heatwave, we think it would be very cosy for an autumn or even a winter stay. Thoroughly recommended.

- Dean, July 2018
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The property

The Shippen is a tasteful retreat situated near the village of Merriott, Somerset.

Hosting two bedrooms; a king-size, and a double with overhead single, along with a bathroom, this property can sleep up to four people.

Inside you will also find an open-plan sitting, kitchen and dining area.

To the outside is off-road parking, and an enclosed garden with furniture and barbecue.

Resting in a lovely location with a comfortable interior, The Shippen is a delightful cottage in a homely part of England.

Summary

All ground floor
Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size, 1 x double with overhead single. Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC. Open-plan sitting, kitchen and dining area.
Electric central heating
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, Smart TV with Freeview, DVD, WiFi, selection of books, games and DVDs
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Off-road parking
Enclosed garden with furniture and BBQ
Sorry, no pets and no smoking
Shop 1 mile and pub 10 mins walk.

About the location

MERRIOTT

Crewkerne 2 miles.

The village lies in rich farming country and is about 14 miles from the south coast at Bridport and Lyme Regis. Merriott has a good range of local services including a garage, general stores, farm shops, a pharmacy, a post office, a pub, and a pottery. There is a first school and pre-school, a church, a chapel, and a village hall, tithe barn and social club which are all host to a wide range of activities.There is a recreation ground with junior and senior play areas, cricket and football pitches, tennis courts and a bowling green. There is a separate squash club and court. Crewkerne, with a range of shops including a Waitrose Supermarket, is two miles away. The main line railway station for the London, Waterloo to Exeter line is at Crewkerne. The service to Waterloo takes two hours 30 minutes with trains leaving every hour. London Hammersmith can also be reached by Berry's Express Coach which runs a regular service twice a day.

Merriott, Somerset (Ref. 961374)

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Reviews

“The Shippen was even better than we expected.”

“The lodge was very clean well equipped.”

“A really great place to get away from it all.”

“We were disappointed in the cleanliness of the accommodation.”

“We are still raving about our week stay at the Shippen over a month later.”

“Just to say we had a fantastic time.”

“The Shippen was located in a pretty village with a good pub.”

“What a wonderful lodge!”

“This is the fourth year running that I have spent my summer holiday at The Shippen.”

“We had a really lovely holiday at the Shippen, the cottage was lovely and clean and the garden was a quiet space to sit at the end of the day.”

“Lovely cottage, really nice high spec, very cosy/comfortable and in good location for south coast for West Bay, Seaton and Beer (for example) and to north the Quantock Hills for mountain biking/walking and north coast and the wonderful West Somerset Steam Railway.”

“We had a lovely holiday at The Shippen.”

“Fantastic accommodation, so cosy and warm, perfect with a baby.”

“The owners of the Shippen have paid so much attention to detail I cannot fault this beautiful accommodation.”

“Excellent place to stay, and was central to a lot of activities and days out.”

“We had a lovely holiday and stayed for the second time in The Shippen.”

“The cottage is very comfortable and clean.”

“We had a fantastic time!”

“We were so lucky to find this place.”

The property

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About the location

MERRIOTT