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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 41 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Pet-friendly

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

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Master Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Twin Bedroom

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Family Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Barn conversion with character and charm

Shippon End is a mews-style barn conversion within Dittisham Court. With great character and atmosphere, this cottage is designed around uniquely quirky odd corner angles, giving it an extra charm. Local amenities and the river are all within walking distance and, even though Shippon End has no private outdoor space, guests benefit from access to the four acres of communal gardens and grounds of Dittisham Court and a private parking space. Dogs are also welcome at Shippon End.


Accommodation:

The cottage is accessed via a small set of steps to the front door which opens into a hall leading to the sitting room and dining area The smart, shaker-style kitchen is well equipped with an electric hob and oven, integrated fridge-freezer, washing machine, dishwasher and microwave. Off the hall is also a cloakroom and WC.

Downstairs, there are two bedrooms – a double with pine and oak furniture, plus a built-in wardrobe; and a twin room (please note the single beds are a little smaller than normal, at 2ft 6inches wide, so they're better suited for children rather than adults). The bathroom has an electric shower over the bath.

There's central heating throughout.

Outside, there is a private parking space for one car.


Larger Groups

Shippon End is part of a group of properties that can accommodate 20 guests in total (Damson, Primose, Orchard, and Shippon End can each host up to four guests). So, if you are planning a trip as a family and are looking to accommodate a larger family we may well be able to help you. All properties are within a short walk of each other (some neighbouring). Please do contact us to discuss dates and availability.


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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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Parking available

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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 allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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 attractions include Woodlands Family Theme Park and Coleton Fishacre House & Gardens. Churston Station and Battlefield Live Torbay are also worth visiting.
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Dittisham, Devon

What's nearby

  • South Devon - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Royal Naval College - 14 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Blackpool Sands - 20 min drive - 12.6 km
  • Greenway House and Garden - 22 min drive - 1.3 km
  • Dartmoor National Park - 34 min drive - 29.8 km

Getting around

  • Totnes Station - 31 min drive
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 72 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Squires - ‬32 min drive
  • ‪Greggs - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪The Railway Inn - ‬24 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Barn conversion with character and charm pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Barn conversion with character and charm?

As of 11 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Barn conversion with character and charm on 7 May 2026 start from NZ$335, 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 Barn conversion with character and charm?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Barn conversion with character and charm?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Barn conversion with character and charm?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Barn conversion with character and charm located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 1 mi (1.7 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

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Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 22 reviews
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Reviews

This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.

8/10 Good

Beautiful few days in Dittisham

Perfect place to stay in tranquil village setting - a real bolt hole away from the business of everyday life. Great walks directly from the village and good to be able to get the foot ferry to Dartmouth. Shippon End was a good place to stay and was clean and comfortable.
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8/10 Good

A lovely short stay in an excellent location

Lovely few days in a favourite part of the world Excellent little cottage, clean and tidy BUT couldn't find a teapot or cafetiere! One small but important omission......although your manual lists a vet there is no listing for local Taxis, Dr surgery, Medical centre or hospital. ( Even The Anchor Cafe has a list of Taxis!) Unfortunately i needed these as a small puncture wound from barbed wire wouldn't stop bleeding
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10/10 Excellent

Perfect Location, Home from Home

We loved this cottage and its fabulous location. It has easy access to Quay and The Ham. There are several seating areas in the communal grounds to see the stunning views and take a glass of wine. It was lovely to leave the car for a few days and explore the estuary using the many boat trips available. The cottage itself is comfortable and had everything you need.
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10/10 Excellent

Perfect Location

Having grown up in North Devon by the sea, there never seemed much point in travelling to South Devon. But having discovered the Dart Valley and locale, I’m hooked! There is such a wide range of activities which are well catered for. Cycling is fantastic although you’ll need an electric bike if your not used to hills. From paddle boarding to boat hire and ferries the river and sea offer a wealth of water sports. The cottage was a short walk or drive to all this and plenty of other more sedate attractions to. Facilities and easy parking with lots of surrounding open space led to a stress free holiday.
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8/10 Good

Lovely break in beautiful Dittisham

Shippon End is perfectly located for surrounding areas. Village is small yet beautiful. Ferry Boat Inn and Anchostone cafe are gems on your doorstep. House was spotlessly clean, basic but had everything you’d need. Kitchen very well equipped and bathroom modern and a good size. We also took our Labrador and it was perfect. No private garden but there are several large grass areas outside the front door, with great views over the village. The Harbour beach perfect for those dogs that like to swim. Development is pretty and quiet, silence only punctuated by local church bells which was lovely. Only criticism is that main bedroom mattress was way too firm for us. You won’t regret staying here!
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8/10 Good

Richard B.

Quiet and Restful Week

We enjoyed a relaxing week at Shippon End at the end of September. The accommodation was as described and despite not having its own garden the outdoor space was lovely and we managed with our energetic dog very successfully. The bathroom and upstairs cloakroom were fresh, bright and very clean. The seating area in the living room was adequate but looked tired and close to needing to be recovered. The double bed in the main bedroom was very comfortable and it was beautifully quiet at night ensuring a good nights’ sleep.
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8/10 Good

Michael S.

Shippon End, Dittisham

Used Dart Valley Cottages to book this property, communication was good and payment was easy The property was comfortable, clean and well maintained, situated in the lovely village of Dittisham on the river Dart, with a short very reasonable priced boat trip to either Greenways(Agatha Christie's former residence) or the lovely town of Dartmouth so no need to drive which was a bonus. Access to the village is via a country road which is narrow in places so a need to drive carefully All in All a very pleasant peaceful Holiday experience.
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8/10 Good

Barry B.

An excellent Holiday

A most enjoyable break. There follows one or two suggestions. No instructions for the oven. Left hand drawer of dresser full of old flyers and post and one or two instruction leaflets. Needs sorting out. Hob is very slow to heat up and could do with replacing with an induction hob. Settees are worn out and not very comfortable. A small bedside table and lamp on the right hand side of the bed in the main bedroom would be useful.
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10/10 Excellent

Kate R.

Lovely little property ideal for couples

Good location in a lovely village with an allocated parking space only a short distance from the front door. Very good instruction/info folder except contradictory info in book and on kitchen wall as to the day the bins are emptied. An unusual shaped property which is fine for two people, as we were. The second bedroom has two narrow beds which are in front of the wardrobe preventing access. It is well equipped (except that there were only four bowls which meant it wasn't really possible to use the dishwasher unless it was put on half empty all the time). We reported a fault on the TV which was dealt with promptly and a new one was provided. Only other improvement we would suggest would be some coat hooks near the front door. Really enjoyed our stay and would recommend to others.
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8/10 Good

Sarah D.

Great location for a quiet getaway

We really enjoyed our stay at Shippon End, it’s in a great location and we really enjoyed the views from the communal gardens, it’s a very peaceful little area if you want to get away from it all. As a family of 4 we felt there was enough space, the second bedroom is very small though, so better for younger kids. A can opener was the one random thing we really missed one night! All in all a lovely week away.
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10/10 Excellent

Damon C.

Week at Shippon End

When I was looking to book a week away in Devon I came across this place but was not sure at first as it didn’t boast a garden. But I am really pleased I did book it as the communal gardens were enough as you have benches to look out across the views. The house was clean quirky and very comfortable, we didn’t want to leave.. it had lovely views across the village from the doors that open in the living room. Only thing missing was a tin opener! Dittisham is a magical village and each morning we would walk Dave the dog down to the Ham. You won’t be disappointed in booking Shippon end.
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10/10 Excellent

Christine M.

shippon end

we had a great time at this cottage, whilst small it has all you need for a weeks holiday. The village of Dittisham is chocolate box beautiful. there are two ok pubs within walking distance and a third at the beginning of the lane the Sportsman which is really nice with great food. on the river Dart you can catch a ferry to Greenway or to Dartmouth where you can catch another ferry to Kingswear then a steam train to Paington lots to do in this area,
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10/10 Excellent

Lesley H.

Very clean and comfortable

The cottage was spotless & thought fully furnished. The views were magnificent down to the village and parking was good. Very close to the pub which served good food and had a sunny garden with views of the river. Also a good local shop. We recommended a visit to Greenways via the ferry and the sportsman’s arms , the food was excellent. However we were very disappointed the cottage had no private garden to sit in with a morning cuppa or evening glass of wine.
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8/10 Good

Martin E.

Dittisham stay

We had a 4 night stay in this property which is a reverse level style barn conversion situated in a quiet cul de sac which had lovely grounds and views across the River Dart. It was dog friendly , spottesly clean and had plenty of amenities. Situated in Dittisham which was a great base to explore Dartmouth and Greenaway house which are a short ferry ride away from the village jetty. A couple of great pubs in walking distance including the Red Lion which is a couple of minutes walk away.
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8/10 Good

Susan H.

Delightful Ditsum

Lovely little village with fantastic views and great walks. Away from the hustle and bustle of Dartmouth which is accessible by ferry or car. 2 pubs one which houses a small shop. Friendly people. I would suggest a car is essential if you stay here. There is no bus service. The cottage is adequate for 2 but may be a little cramped for 4. It stands in well kept communal grounds with stunning views. It is just starting to look a little 'tired" Only criticism would be at this time with Covid i dont think the cottage had been particularly well cleaned and there was some wet bedding left on the coffee table which I assume the cleaner had forgotten to take.
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8/10 Good

Jon C.

Managing Director

Dittisham is truly lovely location and with two pubs there is always somewhere to go for a drink!! The property is well place with views to the village. Parking could be better organised but the property is cosy and adequate.
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8/10 Good

Richard F.

Review

Great location and the property was well prepared given the current c 19 situation. Weather looked after us as well and we were able to get on the river and go to the beach,
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8/10 Good

Jane D.

Christmas visit

Dittisham is a beautiful little village, quiet and peaceful when we visited in December, and set amongst rolling hills. Cosy warm apartment in converted barns, walking distance to centre of village with amazing food pubs, and pretty foreshore. Dog friendly, with short or long walks from the front door. We visited with family, who rented other properties in the court, and this worked very well for a happy Christmas together.
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8/10 Good

Clare P.

Visit to Shippon End

Shippon End is in a great location. It is v central in Dittisham. Great river views from the top of the communal garden. We enjoyed our stay there and would visit again.
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8/10 Good

Ann F.

Comfortable stay in an excellent location

Everything at the cottage was as we had expected from the description and other reviews. We appreciated the welcoming flowers and the pint of milk in the fridge when we arrived.The location was excellent, with the big plus of an allocated parking space, and such a beautiful village to explore and enjoy. Both of the village pubs had a great atmosphere and we enjoyed a hearty meal at the Ferry Boat Inn. Will definitely stay at a Dart Valley Cottage again.
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10/10 Excellent

Kirsty C.

Great cottage in fantastic location

Great stay for a family of four. Lovely view out towards the river and village. Great amenities close by too.

8/10 Good

Ian M., Fordingbridge

The property was good. Upside down living was took a bit of getting used to

Enjoyed our stay. Boiler was a bit noisy but as it was work for me ok. Good area to exercise our dogs and really good to have two lovely beaches near us.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2019

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