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Chic, Lively and Stylish

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A stone building with a staircase leading to a balcony. There is a table and chairs outside.
A hallway with a blue door, a wooden cabinet with a birdcage, a framed painting, and a vase with flowers.
A living room with a yellow sofa, a grey sofa with yellow pillows, a TV, and artwork on the walls.
A living room with a blue door, a round wall clock, and a painting on the wall.
A dining area with a wooden table, a bowl of bread, and a plate of cutlery.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Highlights

  • Cook, dine, and unwind
    Top-rated for its fully equipped kitchen, perfect for every meal.
  • Onsite parking available
    Convenient and secure on-site parking, a rare amenity in the area.
  • Walkable and wonderful
    Guests love the walkable location for its easy access on foot.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to South Devon
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Balcony
  • Internet access

Explore the area

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Dittisham
  • Place, South Devon
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Blackpool Sands
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Place, Greenway House and Garden
    ‪51 min drive‬
  • Airport, Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)
    ‪92 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

1 bathroom

Bathroom #1

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Chic, Lively and Stylish

Summary

The Shippon is brimming with personality. Eye-catching art adorns the walls. The sleek kitchen with range-style oven and hob is perfect for family mealtimes. The relaxing and refreshing bedrooms sleep up to four. Local amenities and the river are all within walking distance. The cottage sits within Dittisham Court's four acres of communal gardens and grounds. There's private parking, and dogs are also welcome.


Accommodation
The cottage is accessed via a small set of steps to the front door. Its reverse design means the two double bedrooms are on the lower floor. The shower room on the ground floor also includes the washer-dryer. The staircase leads to the landing decorated with distinctive art and objéts. The stylishly relaxing sitting area with two sofas also features a smart TV. Behind is the dining area, which comfortably seats four, leading onto the kitchen space - sleek cabinets, large range-style oven, hob, and dishwasher. There is also a Nescafé Dolce Gusto coffee machine.

Outside, there are two allocated parking spaces. And pets are welcome to join you at The Shippon.


Nearby:

The village pub, The Red Lion Inn, is a 2-minute walk around the corner. The Red Lion also hosts the village shop and Post Office. A 10-minute walk will take you to The Quay, where you will find the Ferry Boat Inn and The Anchorstone Café, as well as ferries to the National Trust's Greenway house and gardens, and Dartmouth. Blackpool Sands is the closest beach - a 10-minute drive away.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 11233099
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Dartmouth

Located in Dartmouth, this cottage is in a rural area. Dartmouth Museum and Brixham Heritage Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Cayman Golf and Brixham Harbour. Woodlands Family Theme Park and Coleton Fishacre House & Gardens are also worth visiting.
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Dittisham

What's nearby

  • South Devon - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Royal Naval College - 17 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Blackpool Sands - 26 min drive - 16.4 km
  • Dartmoor National Park - 40 min drive - 26.8 km
  • Greenway House and Garden - 51 min drive - 30.9 km

Getting around

  • Totnes Station - 33 min drive
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪KFC - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Seale Arms - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Squires - ‬32 min drive
  • ‪The Dolphin - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Manor Inn - ‬24 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Chic, Lively and Stylish pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Chic, Lively and Stylish?

As of 9 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Chic, Lively and Stylish on 7 November 2026 start from NZ$424, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Chic, Lively and Stylish?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Chic, Lively and Stylish?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Chic, Lively and Stylish?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Chic, Lively and Stylish located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Greenway House and Garden and within 3 miles (5 km) of South Devon and Battlefield Live Torbay. Churston Station and Dartmouth Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 10 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 10 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 10 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Short break in Dittisham

Cottage was generally excellent, it had everything that we needed. It was in a quiet location with convenient parking. We might have considered extending our stay had the weather been better.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Comfortable Property in an Excellent Position

Shippon Cottage is in a quaint, quiet village within walking distance of the river Dart. It was clean and warm, with an enormous and incredibly comfortable bed in the main bedroom, which also contained loads of cupboard space. If you want to use the TV (you won’t ) be aware there are no terrestrial channels and you need your own account to access Netflix/Prime etc. Amazing views out over the village, countryside and the river. Particularly from the outside seating area and from some of the benches and tables around the grounds. Perfect for relaxing with a glass of wine. We found the interior very inviting and eclectic (in a good way). So much so we stayed in some evenings rather than going out to eat. All in all, a fabulous property in a great tranquil position!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lovely stay

Great stay in a wonderful cottage in Dittisham. The Shippon is fully equipped with everything you need, including a modern kitchen and bathroom. Close to pubs and great walks, as well as the ferries to Greenway and Dartmouth. Thanks again for a great stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Shippon Cottage

Comfortable cottage big enough for 4 adults Loved the decor could do with better lighting in the kitchen as no cooker hood Lovely location enjoyed our stay
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Carole L.

A little gem in Dittisham

We had a wonderful few days in Dittisham, staying in Shippon Cottage. The cottage was in a perfect location and was well equipped with everything we needed as well as being spotlessly clean and very stylish. I would definitely recommend it to others. The only small criticism is that the wifi never worked which wasn’t a problem for us but could be for others.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lovely situation and very quiet

Sunken bath something of a challenge. Being picky:- A few more cooking utensils (wooden spoons) and some serving dishes would have been helpful. Oh and a tea pot for the English.
Verified

8/10 Good

Brian P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very quiet and very remote area.

Property very clean. Floor creaky. Sunken bath shower nice idea but a little dangerous for older people. Central heating/water kicks in at 6am sounds like a rocket to moon taking off. Did enjoy our stay however and interesting decor.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Devon break

Nice week at Shippon Cottage. Lovely clean cottage with comfy beds. Had problems with the WiFi connection which was frustrating. Well equipped bathroom, but poor ventilation so condensation a constant problem. Generally would recommend but these two issues need addressing.
From a partner site

4/10 Poor

Unsuitable for four people

The property was reasonably well kitted out and the decor good, with interesting artwork however, the lighting in the kitchen was very poor and the ventilation non existent which led to condensation. The same goes for the bathroom. Yes, a note requested that the window be opened, but you have to climb on the toilet to do so. The second bedroom was very small, and dark, with barely enough room to squeeze round the bed. Fortunately there was only two of us but I would have been appalled to have had to stay in that room. Definitely not a four person house.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Phil W.

Lovely cottage but changes needed

The cottage is ideal for 2 people, we really enjoyed our 4 night stay. BUT ... We were looking forward to a rest after a difficult 18 months, but we were woken before 6am on all four mornings by the very noisy boiler. After the second morning's early waking we contacted Dart Valley Cottages (DVC) and were told there were instructions in the hall with a Honeywell control unit for the boiler. There was neither. By 6pm that evening, after a few emails and phone calls, we were eventually believed and it was apparent that the Honeywell unit (which we eventually found on the floor of the boiler room) had been disconnected and replaced by the 'Nest' controller in the living area, for which there were no instructions. During a phone call to DVC we thought we had found out how to turn the boiler off (someone at DVC was having to Google the instructions!) . Because there was a very poor signal in the cottage, we could not use the internet next to the Nest unit to Google instructions ourseves and had to rely on shouting messages from one of us in the hall to the living area (because the mobile reception was also poor). We had been told during a phone call on the second day that someone from housekeeping would come out to help but unfortunately they went to the wrong cottage. The next morning proved that our efforts were in vain as we were again woken before 6am. At this stage, with only one more morning to suffer, we gave up. The boiler would repeatedly turn itself on and off for about 5 mintes at at time for the next 90 mintes or so, making it not conducive to a good night's rest. The boiler really needs replacing! Dart Vallet Cottages need to update their details. The above is not the only thing that requires addressing: - There is a coffee machine that had no instructions, so could not be used. We called DVC but they had to Google instructions and were not really helpful. - Instructions for emptying waste bags is incorrect. - We were not too bothered about watching television but found that, bacause of poor internet connection, streaming video services could not be used. Whle I have this opportunity to comment, the bathroom would be better served with an extractor fan as everything stays wet after using the bath/shower, including the toilet roll, which should be placed away from the radiator which gets wet with condensation. The sunken bath, while being a 'great touch' can be difficult to negotiate for some people. Support from Dart Valley Cottages, apart from phone calls, was poor. We had to chase instructions for anything we required but noone could be found to actually come out to the cottage. This may look like we had an awful time, but if there had been no problem with the boiler we would have been happy with our stay and able to recommend Shippon Cottage and above scores would have been much better. However, unless the boiler issue is permanently resolved we would not recommend this cottage.
Response from VrboOwner on 11 September 2023
Dear Phil I am so sorry you feel this way. We try really hard to help guests as much as possible. We unfortunately do not know how to use all coffee machines but if guests are struggling we will find the instructions to see if we can trouble shoot any problems. In this case we were able to identify that it needed capsules. We find it is much better to go straight to the manual and then everything you ever need to know about it is there. I am sorry the boiler made a noise. We did try our best to help you first check the controls. We felt that if the the boiler was switching on then it was either trying to heat the radiators or hot water. What we tried to do was to talk you through the settings to see if could change the time that the hot water came on. If we could stop it coming on at 6am then it would not fire up until the time that you wanted it on. It is important that we try some simple diagnostics first. If those measures do not work then the next step would have been to contact a plumber. This issue has not been a problem before nor has the controls. We will however update the manual to specify that it is a nest controller and not a honeywell controller. We will also check the waste instructions. They can change from time to time. We have staff on hand 24 hours a day for guests and will do our best to solve any issues quickly. It would not be practical to drive over to look at each issue if we can determine the problem over the phone in a short period of time. Best wishes

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