Title: The Old Shippen - UK48328 - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=110604427&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Old Shippen - UK48328 Family-friendly cottage in Lifton ## Photo gallery for The Old Shippen - UK48328 ![Exterior - The Old Shippen - UK48328 (Lifton)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110610000/110604500/110604427/adde467e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - The Old Shippen - UK48328 (Lifton)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110610000/110604500/110604427/92e1e751.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fireplace - The Old Shippen - UK48328 (Lifton)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110610000/110604500/110604427/f6329eb0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fireplace - The Old Shippen - UK48328 (Lifton)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110610000/110604500/110604427/ce6229cf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets - The Old Shippen - UK48328 (Lifton)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110610000/110604500/110604427/ee4577b6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies The Old Shippen - UK48328 provides amenities like a garden and a playground. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Pet friendly - Free WiFi - Outdoor Space - Parking available - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The Old Shippen - UK48328 The Old Shippen is a charming barn conversion on a working farm, offering a cosy rural escape. With modern comforts and rustic charm, the perfect retreat for those seeking peace and relaxation in the countryside.. 2 steps to entrance. Ground Floor: Open plan living space. Living area: Smart TV, Woodburner, Patio Doors Leading To Terrace Dining area. Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer Utility Room: Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer First Floor: Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet. Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial fuel for wood burner included. Travel cot, highchair and stairgate. Welcome pack. Terrace with garden furniture and barbecue. Large lawned grounds with sitting out area, garden furniture and barbecue (shared with other properties on-site). Children’s play area (shared with other properties on-site). Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking. Please note: There are 3 steps in the garden.. The Old Shippen is a beautifully converted, semi-detached barn with a cosy, inviting interior. Upstairs, two comfortable bedrooms await: one with a double bed and a Velux skylight window that floods the room with natural light, and the second with twin beds, also with a Velux window. A fully tiled bathroom with a shower over the bath completes the upstairs. Downstairs, the open-plan kitchen and dining area provides seating for four and is fully equipped for all your culinary needs. The adjoining lounge offers a warm, rustic ambiance with a wood burner, comfortable seating, and a flat-screen TV, perfect for relaxation. There’s also a separate toilet with a sink on the ground floor. Outside, The Old Shippen boasts an enclosed patio area, ideal for unwinding on warm summer evenings. Set on a working dairy and arable farm, The Old Shippen is ideally located on the picturesque Devon and Cornwall border. This delightful retreat is perfect for couples seeking a peaceful escape or families looking for a countryside getaway with plenty of space to explore and relax. The open surroundings invite outdoor activities, whether it’s a peaceful stroll through the fields or a day of adventure in the nearby hills. With dogs warmly welcomed, it’s the ideal spot for a complete family holiday, ensuring your four-legged friends can join in on the fun. Conveniently located near Launceston, The Old Shippen offers a fantastic base to discover the diverse landscapes of Devon and Cornwall. A short drive takes you to beautiful beaches and scenic coastal walks, with popular seaside towns like Bude and Padstow nearby, where you can enjoy charming harbours, local seafood, and seaside adventures. Nature lovers will find Dartmoor National Park irresistible, with its abundant trails for hiking, cycling, and opportunities for wildlife spotting. History enthusiasts can explore the medieval Launceston Castle, and families will love the Tamar Otter and Wildlife Centre. Further afield, iconic destinations like the Eden Project and The Lost Gardens of Heligan offer unique experiences within easy reach. The Old Shippen promises a tranquil countryside stay, balanced by access to the region’s best attractions. These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 18 guests. Free WiFi There are steps or steep slopes in the garden. There are steps to the property. There is open water in the property grounds. Suitable for up to 2 pets ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Dishwasher ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - In a rural location ### Things to do - Fishing - Horseback riding nearby ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111830000/111820100/111820089/6892bc0e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Pastures Green (Oak Tree Lane) Gorgeous rustic charm Okehampton - Kitchen - Outdoor Space - Parking available - Barbecue grill [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-17&endDate=2026-02-18&selected=111820089&PinnedHotelID=111820089&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![2 bedrooms, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102820000/102813300/102813283/27630481.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Dunridge Cottage Yelverton - Kitchen - Pet friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-17&endDate=2026-02-18&selected=102813283&PinnedHotelID=102813283&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Cottage | Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78370000/78367800/78367761/086f7a9f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Gilly's Cottage Kingsbridge - Kitchen - Washer - Pet friendly - Parking included CA $654 CA $784 total includes taxes & fees Feb 6 - Feb 7 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-07&selected=78367761&PinnedHotelID=78367761&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Cottage, 3 Bedrooms (Rowan)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92180000/92170500/92170441/baa18ea3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Fosfelle Cottages Bideford - Hot tub - Kitchen - Pet friendly - Parking included 8.0 Very good 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-17&endDate=2026-02-18&selected=92170441&PinnedHotelID=92170441&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![50-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2550000/2541900/2541842/4ff646bb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Royal Hotel Bideford - Pet friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 8.8 Excellent 312 reviews CA $160 CA $192 total includes taxes & fees Feb 8 - Feb 9 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09&selected=2541842&PinnedHotelID=2541842&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2940000/2933000/2932939/bd4afd99.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The West Country Inn Bideford - Hot tub - Pet friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi 7.6 Good 89 reviews CA $165 CA $199 total includes taxes & fees Feb 17 - Feb 18 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-17&endDate=2026-02-18&selected=2932939&PinnedHotelID=2932939&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Compare similar properties](/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-17&endDate=2026-02-18&selected=110604427&PinnedHotelID=110604427&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2&comparePropertyIds=110604427,111820089,102813283,78367761,22795644) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Rules The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made. ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Note from host: This property accepts a maximum of 2 pet(s) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as su-UK48328-UK48328 ## About the area Located in Lifton, this cottage is in a rural area. Launceston Golf Club and Holsworthy Ales are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Dartmoor National Park and Tamar Valley. Traveling with kids? Consider Dingles Fairground Heritage Centre and Launceston Steam Railway. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like horse riding. 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