The Shippen

Bishop's Castle, Shropshire
Self-catering
+44 (0)1743 387873
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Per night
£99 - £129
Per week
£640 - £770

2 beds

Bedroom

1 bedroom

Sleeps

Sleeps 2

Children welcome
Pets welcome
Babies welcome

Feather pillows, welcome goodies, an extensive batterie de cuisine... the hosts are super generous, the views are to die for

Per night
£99 - £129
Per week
£640 - £770

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£99 - £129 per night

£640 - £770 per week

The Experience

An old stone shippen on a remote hillside in an AONB valley, with designer décor, delightful owners, and a glass-and-oak gable for heaven-sent views. No longer a cattle shed, this is one big living, sleeping and eating space with a south-facing decked veranda that gazes on Shropshire’s sweet hills. Timbers have been re-used, the slate roof raised, and the stone floor replaced by pristine planks of oak. Not a building in sight, other than Jeannie and Paul’s discreet farmhouse… just a sloping grass garden, a mini orchard and masses of wildlife. It’s heaven for couples or families (there’s a sofabed if you’ve little ones in tow), and perfect in every season; snuggle up by the the log-burner in winter and barbecue in summer. There’s a filter for spring water, Freesat, Netflix, PlayStation, a wet room that takes a wheelchair, and a robot vacuum cleaner (a Sawday’s first?!). Stroll the cobbled streets of Bishop’s Castle and Shrewsbury, enjoy a local pint by the river, hike to the top of the Long Mynd. Then back to board games by the fire, bright starry skies, and owls that hoot you to sleep.

Essentials

  • EV charger
  • Self check-in
  • Swimming pool
  • Hot tub
  • Garden
  • Open fire / woodburner
  • Breakfast included
  • Breakfast available
  • Meals available
  • Vegetarian meals
  • Oven
  • Parking on premises
  • Free parking nearby
  • Accessible by public transport
  • WiFi
  • Television
  • Central heating
  • Limited mobility
  • Wheelchair access
  • Mobile reception
  • Hob
  • Barbecue
  • Paid parking nearby
  • Air conditioning
  • Relaxation areas
  • Washing machine
  • Tennis court
  • Microwave oven
  • No smoking
  • Credit cards
  • Working farm
  • Owner has pets
  • Electricity included
  • Dishwasher
  • Pets welcome

Family friendly

  • Baby monitor
  • Books and toys
  • Children welcome
  • Babies welcome
  • Stair gates
  • High chair
  • Fire guard
  • Cot available

Nearby

  • Pub/bar within 3 miles
  • Restaurant within 3 miles
  • Shop within 3 miles

Activities

  • Bikes available
  • Food courses
  • Kayaking
  • Other courses
  • Sailing
  • Surfing
  • Wild swimming

Pricing

Nightly price
from £99
Weekly price
from £640
Surcharges
Extra bed/sofabed available £10 per person per night.
1 Cottage for 2
From £992 beds1 bedroom

Information

Booking information

Check in
From 4pm
Check out
By 10am
Other details
Minimum stay: 3 nights.
Closed
Never.
No smoking
Smoking not permitted anywhere in the property.
Owner has pets
Animals living on the property
Dogs

Dog biscuits, medium-sized dog bed, 2 bowls and towels for drying.

Max. 2 dogs.

Miles and miles of woodland and fields for walking. Use the Shropshire Way (right on the doorstep) or walk on the lanes.

Meals
Pubs/restaurants 2.5 miles.

Reviews

Antoinette, Worthing

The Shippen is a sublime space. It so quickly becomes a home from home with every little detail so thoughtfully provided. I can't recommend it highly enough. It's a space I will most certainly return to


Ell, Bristol

The Shippen is always such a treat to visit! It's beautifully maintained, with the essentials in the kitchen. Kitted out with plenty of games, books and guides on the local area, it's everything I need to wind down at the end of a busy year in the city. The hosts are wonderfully accommodating, and the experience is always perfect. Decorated for Christmas during the winter, it's always a welcoming retreat. Can't wait to visit again!


Katharine, Winchester

This is our second time at this lovely place, and it did not disappoint us. The Shippen was warm and comfortable, and the views are spectacular, whatever the weather.


Katharine, Alresford

The Shippen is an absolutely magical place, with incomparable views. It is a lovely compact space, but with all that you need for a restful holiday. We loved our stay. The owners were very kind to us, and ensured that we were comfortable. The bedlinen was so delicious that we have ordered it for ourselves at home!


Ruth, London

A delightful off the beaten track single-storey building with glorious views over the Linley Valley. Open the French doors onto the balcony to breathe in the fresh air and savour the views from the bed or sit outside on the balcony observing owls, bats, birds and butterflies. There’s a wood burning stove for chilly days, a well-appointed kitchen and practical nicely done wet-room. The owners have given much thought to creating a lovely, attractive, cosy place for an escape anytime of the year.


Location

The neighbourhood

Local points of interest from Jeannie McGillivray

  • Perfect rural getaway for 2-4 in the Shropshire Hills. Light open-plan barn conversion with oak/glass gable overlooking the fabulous Linley valley. Brand new spring water supply for 2019, oak floors, wet room, heating, wood stove, extra sofa bed. Parking.
  • Steeped in peace and quiet, The Shippen is located within a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty surrounded by miles and miles of fields and woodland with The Stiperstones, a Site of Special Scientific Interest just a few minutes drive away.
  • The area is great for outside pursuits such as birdwatching, romantic strolls, hill walking, cycling or horse riding, and there is golfing and hang gliding on the Long Mynd. It is also renowned for it's good food, local music, book and arts festivals.
  • There are lots of pretty villages and market towns, castles, houses and gardens to explore. The county town of Shrewsbury is just a 25 minutes away; much loved for its fine buildings, cobbled streets, boutiques, museums, cafes, restaurants and theatre.
  • Ludlow, famed for its castle, food fair, Michelin starred restaurants and beautiful architecture is a 40 minute drive away and the drive passes medieval Stokesay Castle. and The Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre.
  • A little further afield are the famous gardens at Powys Castle and The Ironbridge Gorge World Heritage Site, and for book-lovers Hay-on-Wye famed for its antique and book shops is about an hour's drive away and hosts a great literary festival every year.