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Wildlife haven with river

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Ubicación
Anfitrión

Excepcional

1 habitación2 personas

Servicios principales

Estacionamiento disponible
Secadora
Lavadora
Asador
Cocina
Espacio al aire libre

Explora la zona

Cornwall

Centro del patrimonio de Dingles Fairground
‪17 min en auto‬
Parque Nacional Dartmoor
‪22 min en auto‬
Lydford Gorge
‪36 min en auto‬

Habitaciones y camas

1 habitación (para 2 personas)

Baño 1

Solo regadera

Ambientes

Cocineta

Jardín

Área de comedor

Información de la propiedad

Wildlife haven with river

The Shippen at Coombe Mill is a one-bedroom detached property for two people that is close to the River Carey and surrounded by a private nature reserve of 34 acres. It is the perfect retreat for those who enjoy wildlife and peace and quiet. There are kingfishers, dippers, owls, deer, foxes, badgers, otters and bats as well as butterflies, dragonflies and damselflies. Now we're getting regular visits from beavers although they tend to be nocturnal. The Shippen is situated some distance from the main house and has its own parking and entrance. FOR BEST PRICES PLEASE CONTACT THE OWNER.
The property has a small secluded garden with table and chairs. It is situated six miles from Launceston,once the ancient capital of Cornwall, and only four miles from the A30. Its central position close to the Devon/Cornwall border means most places in either county are less than an hour's drive away including Dartmoor National Park, Bodmin Moor, the Tamar Valley and the spectacular north coast of Cornwall.
REGRETTABLY THE PROPERTY IS UNSUITABLE FOR CHILDREN AND NO PETS ARE ALLOWED..

Administrador de la propiedad

Jon Valters

Idiomas

Inglés

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Servicios

Cocina

Lavadora

Secadora

Wifi gratis

Área exterior

Estacionamiento disponible

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Microondas

Reglas de la propiedad

Hora de inicio del check-in: 16:30

Edad mínima para rentar: 18

Hora límite del check-out: 10:30

Niños

Solo para adultos

Eventos

No se permiten eventos

Mascotas

No se aceptan mascotas

Fumar

No se permite fumar

Información importante

Podría aplicarse un cargo por persona extra, que varía según la política de la propiedad

Es posible que debas presentar una identificación oficial con fotografía y una tarjeta de crédito, una tarjeta de débito o hacer un depósito en efectivo en el check-in para cubrir cualquier gasto imprevisto

Las solicitudes especiales no se pueden garantizar. Están sujetas a disponibilidad al momento del check-in y pueden tener un costo extra

No se permiten fiestas ni eventos de grupos

Esta propiedad tiene artículos ecológicos de limpieza

El anfitrión indicó que hay un detector de monóxido de carbono en la propiedad

El anfitrión indicó que hay un detector de humo en la propiedad

El equipamiento de seguridad de esta propiedad incluye extintor de incendios y botiquín de primeros auxilios

Avisos importantes

Se necesita un auto para acceder a este hospedaje.

Información de la zona

Launceston

Esta casa de campo se encuentra en el campo y en un río, en Launceston. Launceston Steam Railway y Museo Lawrence House son lugares emblemáticos locales, y la belleza natural del área puede apreciarse en Parque Nacional Dartmoor y Tamar Valley. También vale la pena conocer Centro del patrimonio de Dingles Fairground y Parque de aventura The Hidden Valley. Las actividades como windsurf, paseos en velero y pesca ofrecen una gran oportunidad de disfrutar del agua y, si buscas un poco de adrenalina, puedes hacer ciclismo en los alrededores.

Cornwall

Qué hay cerca

Centro del patrimonio de Dingles Fairground - A 17 min en auto - 9.6 km
Parque Nacional Dartmoor - A 22 min en auto - 24.0 km
Jamaica Inn - A 29 min en auto - 35.5 km
Lydford Gorge - A 36 min en auto - 30.2 km
Playa Widemouth Bay - A 39 min en auto - 41.7 km

Medios de transporte

Estación de tren Okehampton - 28 min en auto

Restaurantes

‪Costa Coffee - ‬A 14 min en auto
‪White Horse Inn - ‬A 11 min en auto
‪Liberty Coffee - ‬A 12 min en auto
‪The Arundall Arms Hotel - ‬A 12 min en auto
‪Arundell Deli & Shop - ‬A 12 min en auto

Preguntas frecuentes

¿Wildlife haven with river acepta mascotas?

No, la propiedad no acepta mascotas.

¿A qué hora es el check-in en Wildlife haven with river?

Hora de inicio de check-in: 16:30.

¿A qué hora es el check-out en Wildlife haven with river?

El check-out es a las 10:30.

¿Dónde se encuentra Wildlife haven with river?

Esta casa de campo en un río queda a menos de 10 km (6 mi) de Roadford Reservoir, Centro del patrimonio de Dingles Fairground y Launceston Steam Railway. Club de golf Launceston Golf Club y Blagdon Lake también se encuentran a 15 km (9 mi).

Excepcional

Las opiniones se muestran en orden cronológico, y están sujetas a un proceso de revisión y verificación, a menos que se indique lo contrario.

Más información

10/10

Limpieza

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Comunicación

10/10

Ubicación

10/10

Veracidad del anuncio

10/10 Excelente

Benjamin S.

22 oct. 2023

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio

A peaceful hideaway.

Cosy accommodation, friendly and helpful hosts and some lovely wildlife right on the doorstep.

Se hospedó 7 noches en octubre de 2023

10/10 Excelente

Keith S.

17 abr. 2023

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio

Fabulous location

Just the spot to get away from it all. Beautiful woodland with the river running through it, always with the chance of seeing something special. Thank you Jon and Janice for letting us share your wonderful space.

Se hospedó 14 noches en marzo de 2023

10/10 Excelente

Roger S., Taunton

10 oct. 2023

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio

The Shippen

Overall a very good holiday. Jon and Janice were excellent hosts with a cream tea to welcome us. Jon gave us an excellent tour of the reserve and seeing the badgers and fox with him in the evening was very special. We had a peaceful and relaxing time and going again next year. Would highly recommend.

Se hospedó 9 noches en septiembre de 2023

10/10 Excelente

Melanie D.

1 ago. 2023

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A very special place!

Staying in this lovely bungalow with the river at the end of the garden was idyllic. You are surrounded by nature here. We had wonderful views of Kingfishers. We saw Spotted Flycatcher, Marsh Tit, a Barn Owl, and Swallows were nesting in an Outbuilding. So many other birds too!... there were Deer, Hedgehogs, Badgers, Bats, Foxes. There was a vast array of insect life too, with some beautiful damsel flies, dragonflies, butterflies, and moths, Recommend arranging the tour with Jon, he was great! We had so many peaceful walks and feel very relaxed - we both want to return!

Se hospedó 7 noches en julio de 2023

10/10 Excelente

Terry M.

14 ago. 2023

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio

A haven of peace & tranquillity

Clean & well equipped bungalow Onsite entertainment at the Bird feeders Nature walks with the thrill of meeting Foxes a Badger & the spectacle of Butterflies, insects & Dragonflies, Walking by the river & spotting Kingfishers Staying at the Shippen recharged our batteries

Se hospedó 7 noches en agosto de 2023

10/10 Excelente

Sharon W.

13 dic. 2022

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio

fantastic find and great stay

everything was great - the communiction beforehand was good, Jon made enquiries as to what wildlife we may be interested in so he could keep his eyes out for us in the weeks before our stay. When we arrived it was late, the keys were ready for us and The Shippen was a lovely home for our holiday - everything we needed, and a very welcome Devon cream tea waiting to welcome us. On our first day we had arrived with Jon for a tour of the reserve, this was perfect. Jon was great telling us about the history, the wildlife, the seasons and spotting birds as we walked for a happy 3 hours. This gave us a great show of the reserve, and we walked and walked the reserve in the days we were there. The birds came to the feeders in The Shippen garden in great numbers which was fantastic to watch, along with seeing them on the reserve too. There was a very cold snap during our stay and Jon kindly checked on us and made sure we knew of the -5 prediction (that did happen!) being able to communicate well made our holiday so enjoyable and we would totally recommend. We did look at trying to return in 2023, but see it is so very full already, a good sign that our visit was loved by so many as well. A great find and a wonderful oasis of wildlife.

Se hospedó 4 noches en diciembre de 2022

10/10 Excelente

Elaine G.

1 nov. 2022

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anniversary trip

Very peaceful lovely setting owner Jon very helpful.

Se hospedó 7 noches en octubre de 2022

10/10 Excelente

Mike W.

10 oct. 2022

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio

Shippon

If you're interested in wildlife or simply want absolute peace and quiet - this is the place for you.

Se hospedó 7 noches en octubre de 2022

10/10 Excelente

Danny D.

5 sep. 2022

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio

5 stars

Wonderful hideaway in a gorgeous setting with excellent hosts who sensed that we were after a quiet holiday and so while offering options did not push them. Really nice people and let us stay a bit longer on check out day.

Se hospedó 5 noches en agosto de 2022

10/10 Excelente

Kate J., Macclesfield, Cheshire

27 ago. 2022

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio

Amazing place!

We cannot recommend the Shippen enough, what an amazing place! We felt so privileged to be surrounded by 34 acres of wildlife and Jon and Janice were such thoughtful hosts - from the fresh flowers and a cream tea on arrival to the hedgehog bowls and food that allowed us to have regular visits from our prickly friends. The cottage is lovely, very cosy, well equipped, tastefully decorated and very clean. Everything was very environmentally friendly too, which was a pleasing bonus. Very impressed with the shower, very powerful! The 'tour' from Jon was great, he is very knowledgeable and friendly and it helped us to get our bearings on the beautiful reserve. Our only complaint is that the week disappeared too quickly! Would love to visit and see the reserve at other times of year too. Idyllic!

Se hospedó 7 noches en agosto de 2022

10/10 Excelente

Martin G.

13 ago. 2022

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West Country Wildlife Haven. If you are a lover of wildlife this is a must

The property is small but ideal for a couple. Clean and well presented. Apart from livestock in nearby fields the only sound was birdsong and the river running through the reserve. Jon and Janice, the owners, very pleasant and knowledgeable.

Se hospedó 7 noches en agosto de 2022

10/10 Excelente

Lisa S.

25 jul. 2022

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Beautiful and tranquil natural oasis

The Shippen is a perfectly-sized cottage for two in an idyllic, peaceful woodland setting. The cottage amenities were ideal for our needs and we only ventured out of the grounds on two occasions, the rest of the time choosing to stay on the reserve and enjoy all it had to offer. The owners, Jon and Janice, were perfect hosts – respectful of guest privacy but also on hand and keen to ensure you had everything you might need. We are so glad we arranged a tour with Jon on our first day – it was an interesting and informative introduction to the reserve which set us up nicely for the rest of our stay. There is so much to explore and take in; from sitting enjoying the lulling sounds of the river Carey, to walking the old railway line, investigating woodland or butterfly-spotting in the fragrant meadows. The abundance of wildlife we saw during our stay was incredible (and this review can't possibly do it justice). Highlights - from the back garden daily visits from a Lesser Spotted Woodpecker, Jay, Bullfinches, Goldfinches, Nuthatch, and Wrens. On the reserve itself we enjoyed multiple sightings of Roe deer, Kingfishers and Treecreepers, as well as a Tawny Owl, Brown Hare and hoglets! The evening spectacle of hundreds of bats leaving the owners’ house will stay with us for a long time. The reserve is a very special place, and we feel privileged to have had the opportunity to spend quality time there. You can truly unwind and lose yourself in the green oasis – where else could you experience a nature reserve to yourself? - it is the perfect antidote to the clamour and rush of modern life. We fully intend to return (and hopefully encounter the elusive otters next time) and would recommend without hesitation.

Se hospedó 7 noches en julio de 2022

10/10 Excelente

Louise W.

31 ago. 2021

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Perfect relaxing getaway

A cosy hideaway in the middle of a nature reserve, perfect for a quiet relaxing break. The cottage is well equipped, covering your every need. The guided tour was very informative and well worth participating in.

Se hospedó 7 noches en agosto de 2021

10/10 Excelente

Hilary M.

2 nov. 2020

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio

Anniversary present

We booked the Shippen for our parents' 68th wedding anniversary. They thoroughly enjoyed their stay despite the weather, exploring the reserve in between the rain. They found the Shippen to be well-equipped, warm and comfortable. and they very much appreciated the thoughtful touches provided by Jon and Janice - from hedgerow flower arrangement to the cream tea on arrival. They want to return in the main field season to enjoy other aspects of the lovely woodland, fileds and riverside .

Se hospedó 4 noches en octubre de 2020

10/10 Excelente

Christine O.

25 oct. 2020

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio

A wonderful wildlife haven

We loved every moment of our stay at the Shippen. The clean, comfortable and cozy cottage has everything you could possibly need and you are truly immersed in a spot of untouched, beautiful nature. We've been looking for great birding spots in the UK for over 15 years and are so glad we've finally found it. You can spend your days exploring the beauty of this idyllic spot (with the possibility of seeing a kingfisher, dipper or otter on any of the many beautiful walks on the nature reserve), and your nights admiring the dazzling night sky. We highly recommend the Shippen and the tour with Jon and are very much looking forward to our next visit.

Se hospedó 9 noches en octubre de 2020

10/10 Excelente

Cliente verificado

22 ago. 2020

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio

Great stay surrounded by Nature

We would like to thank Jon and Jan for a great stay. Thanks for the guided tour of the Nature Reserve, the scones, the flowers and for all your care for the creatures that live on the reserve especially the brilliant birds! A wonderful oasis!

Se hospedó 7 noches en agosto de 2020

10/10 Excelente

Kim J.

3 ago. 2020

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Relaxing

A relaxing break. Jon gave us a fantastic walk around the reserve pointing out various birds and insects. Thank you to Janice & Jon

10/10 Excelente

Michael N., melksham

15 mar. 2020

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A Nice Place in a Beautiful Natural Area

The property is perfectly located to facilitate trips to the north or south coasts. The property is very clean and modern, and is located in a beautiful location with lots of birds flying around the house. A great to get away from it all and take in the very natural environment. We will be visiting again.

Se hospedó 7 noches en febrero de 2020

10/10 Excelente

Mark k., Trowbridge, England

12 ene. 2020

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Wonderful place to spend an Anniversary

We spent a fantastic 4 nights in thus stunning cottage, perfect for 2 people over the New Year. The kitchen is great and stocked with everything you would ever need. The lounge and sofa is extremely comfortable and looks out into the garden where you can sit and watch the wildlife all day. There is no wifi but the phone signal was still pretty good. Great TV with a supply of up to date dvds that were great for relaxing in the evening. The bathroom is extremely clean and tidy and the shower was bliss and very powerful, just what was needed after a long day walking. Whilst there is no pics of the bedroom on the site, you will not be disappointed as it is very spacious and lots of storage space in the form of a large wardrobe and chest of drawers and the bed was very comfortable for a good nights sleep. The property has underfloor heating right the way through which works extremely well and really adds to the cosiness. The little touches by jon and his wife made the stay very personal and we would not hesitate to return in the spring when I'm sure the nature reserve and surrounding area will be even more full of wildlife. We can't recommend this property enough if you want somewhere away from the daily rush as you will come away feeling very relaxed and ready to face the world. A wedding anniversary never to be forgotten and we cant thank Jon enough for allowing us to stay on a special occasion.

Se hospedó 4 noches en diciembre de 2019

10/10 Excelente

sara h.

11 dic. 2019

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The Shippen wildlife haven

This was the nicest getaway holiday cottage we have ever stayed in. As soon as we walked in, we loved it. With the opportunity to watch the wildlife, which was why we chose The Shippen, and the friendliness of Jon & Janice, this was the best short break we’ve had in the UK.

Se hospedó 4 noches en diciembre de 2019

10/10 Excelente

Peter and Bunty W.

19 ago. 2019

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Blissful and recreating peaceful healing holiday

This was our third stay at Coombe Mill and as previously we have returned home today much rested and refreshed. Already booking another for 2020. Highly recommended especially for the quietness and the opportunity to see over 17 species of birds outside our accommodation door, also butterflies and a young fox basking in the sunshine. Our hosts are very friendly, helpful and knowledgeable.

10/10 Excelente

Silke S.

16 ago. 2019

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Gemütliches kleines Cottage in der Natur

Hier hat man alles was man braucht für einige entspannte Tage in der Natur. Zum Frühstück könnten wir Vögel (Meisen, Eichelhähre, Fasane, Rotkehlchen) und Eichhörnchen im Garten beobachten. Nachts sieht und hört man die Eulen. Küche auch mit allem ausgestattet! Wir haben tolle Wanderungen in der Umgebung unternommen. Sehr zu empfehlen ist auch das nächste Pub Pint and Post in St. Giles in the heath, ca 25 min zu Fuss. Sehr nette Wirte und leckeres Essen. Vielen Dank auch Jon und Janice für die Gastfreundschaft! Die beiden helfen bei allen Fragen weiter.

10/10 Excelente

Kay L.

6 ago. 2019

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The perfect hideaway in an idyllic location

The Shippen is the perfect place to relax and watch all kinds of wildlife. The number and variety of birds visiting the feeders in the garden was amazing. Jon’s tour was very enjoyable and is highly recommended. We had a lovely break and hope to return soon.

10/10 Excelente

David C.

27 jul. 2019

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fabulous

Lovely people, beautiful setting, excellent accommodation . a really fabulous , away from it all stay in a lovely nature reserve. Jon and Janice are superb hosts. Take a tour of the reserve with Jon to get the most from the feast of nature on the doorstep. Thoroughly recommended !

Se hospedó 4 noches en julio de 2019

10/10 Excelente

Cliente verificado

14 jul. 2019

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A lovely week at the cottage

Very clean and well equipped The highlight the birds and wildlife we saw

Acerca del anfitrión

Anfitrión: Jon Valters

We're both passionate about wildlife and we're living the dream as there is so much of it here. The owner was a TV journalist in current affairs and spent several years working on wildlife programmes.

Por qué eligió esta propiedad

We bought Coombe Mill and The Shippen in 2012 after moving from the New Forest in Hampshire.
We fell in love with the place when we realised how much wildlife was here. Several years later and its still surprising us as we discover new species. It is a real privilege living so near to a river as it brings so many scarce species close to us.
Most days here it is wonderfully peaceful; our nearest neighbour is quarter of a mile away.

Qué distingue a esta propiedad

The Shippen is situated in the middle of a private nature reserve; the diversity of wildlife is extraordinary and some of it is right on your doorstep!
The river is close by and the reserve also has a pond, fields, woodland and a former railway line. It is also a great place for star gazing; there's no light pollution here!
Despite its remoteness Launceston is only a 20 minute drive away and there's easy access via the A30 to most places in Devon and Cornwall.