The Shippen

What a fabulous place The Shippen is.

The cottage is so lovely, very cosy and with everything we could possibly have needed. It’s in a quiet and peaceful village. David and Veronica are delightful hosts and have obviously put a lot of effort in to creating such a great place to stay.

Amazing cottage David and Veronica very friendly our 1st stay in Cornwall in a cottage we normally do tent camping.

Overall perfect

Veronica and David were amazing landlords, making sure you felt settled in and welcome.

Giving top tips on where to go and what to do They then respectfully gave my family and me privacy for our stay and were there to see us off back home. A delightful cottage which was fully loaded for our stay, they literally had everything for us with amazing Scones. I would strongly recommend their retreat to all, wheelchair friendly also.

Such a beautiful property.

One of the best I have stayed in with such thought given to everything, meaning we wanted for nothing. The very best attention to detail... a masterclass in what holiday properties should be.

Fantastic cottage in an amazing location with everything we needed.

The hosts were very friendly and informative, we wanted for nothing. Highly recommend.

A delightful little cottage, David and Veronica were there to welcome us, the cottage had everything that we needed plus several little extra touches like fresh flowers in every room, and a very welcoming cornish cream tea, we highly recommend this little gem.

The Shippen is beautiful and in a lovely peaceful location in the tiny village of Gooseham .

The owners are people and take great pride , care and attention in the smallest of details and a so friendly and welcoming without being obtrusive . Highly recommend .

This was our second stay at The Shippen and it will not be our last.

We have found a really home from home holiday destination. Veronica and David provide a warm reception and an unobtrusive service throughout the duration. Everything you might need is available and on hand.

One of the best we've stayed in.

Will definitely be returning. Thank you for the extras, they were much appreciated. The cottage is perfect, everything you could possibly need. Very comfortable and cosy.

What a marvellous Air BnB, I think I was just so lucky to find this on the internet!

All mod cons - with lots of luxury as well! The welcome on arrival was very touching - a cream tea on the table for us, a bottle of fizz in the fridge, how lovely is that!! Everything immaculate and sparkling clean. It was so peaceful there too, just the birds going great guns, and the odd cow mooing in the distance - a move to Cornwall might just go on to my wish list! A truly wonderful place to stay in - highly recommended ++! MK 31.5.26

WOW - we have stayed at a few holiday lets but this one crowns them all.

David and Veronica were incredible hosts nothing too much trouble, everything you need and more at the cottage, including toiletries and a Cornish welcome treat for us and treats for the dogs too

A truly lovely holiday home,exceptionly clean and comfortable with everything a couple and a dog would need.

We had a lovely 10 days and our rescue dog, Charlie settled in immediately. We were greeted with cream tea, sparkling wine, biscuits,milk and even dog treats. Our hosts Veronica and David were SO SO helpful, but never intrusive in any way...an absolute model in how to run a holiday home. We are experienced holiday tenants and this is definitely the BEST. Well done and thank you to both of you.

We had the most relaxing holiday ever.

Veronica and David were the best hosts. Everything we could want was at hand. We have booked to go back again.

We stayed at the Shippen last month and enjoyed it so much that we returned for another week this month.

It is such a cosy welcoming cottage, immaculately clean and well set up for a couple. The Jack and Jill bathroom and single beds in the second bedroom might be a problem for two couples. The owners live on site and could not have been more welcoming.

Such a lovely cottage.

It was precisely what we were looking for. The owners were helpful and friendly without intruding. It was so good that we have already booked to return.

The cottage is absolutely immaculate and very comfortable we had the most wonderful stay here.

The cottage is warm and cosy for a winter break and very close to beaches and walks perfect base for Bude. We were made to feel extremely welcome on arrival and the welcome gifts were very thoughtful. Definitely would like to go back for another stay

This property is truly amazing.

This was our third visit and we have booked for next year. A five star hotel could not be better. Location is perfect, peaceful and within reach of Bude and great beaches. The cottage is immaculate, cosy and beautifully furnished. Nothing is too much trouble for David and Veronica. When you are greeted like friends it means a lot. The courtyard was secure and safe for my Springer Spaniels. It is a perfect place to relax. A little piece of heaven.

We had the most peaceful and relaxing stay at The Shippen.

It is well equipped with everything you need and more. Our dog was made to feel very welcome and so were we, the most amazing welcome from Veronica and Dave on arrival. The area is perfect for a peaceful time away. Thank you for everything and a lovely week!

A lovely warm welcome, a generous welcome pack.

Veronica and David have made The Shippen a "home from home " . Which made for a lovely holiday.

We had a lovely stay at The Shippen.

It was the most well-equipped holiday cottage we've been to, with lots of thoughtful extras like the ingredients for a cream tea and even a little set of toiletries. The master bed was extremely comfortable, and whilst I wasn't sure about underfloor heating, not having had this before, it was always cosy. The shower was very easy to use and was well adjustable, as was the bath. The WiFi works well (the code is by the router behind the TV, not the one in the welcome book). Future visitors, just be aware that the location of the property means you will need to be (or get) comfortable driving on one-lane country roads (take note of passing places!), but the surrounding roads to the property were quite quiet when we went. The dogs had no unusual noises to bark at so it was very peaceful.

An absolutely beautiful cottage - the pictures don’t do it justice!

We had a fabulous break. Enjoyed the walk to the coastal path. Veronica and David were great hosts - the right balance of being there if you had any questions and giving you the space to enjoy your holiday! The welcome pack was awesome, Stan the dog really enjoyed his treats too. Thank you for all your thoughtful touches! A real gem!

we really loved the Shippen it was everything you could ask for, a lovely couple (Veronica & David) so helpful with places to visit, to eat, drink & enjoy.

thank you Veronica & David for a brilliant week. love from us Sue, Jess & Bailey & Rudy 5 stars definitely

I thought the property was excellent.

It had everything needed for a stay. I would advise to book the property as it is excellent.

A fabulous stay at The Shippen - many thanks for all your suggestions, comments and chats.

The welcome package was fabulous and unexpected - for us AND the dogs. Could not fault the property, facilities and welcome - would DEFINITELY stay again.

The cottage has everything you need and more.

Clean throughout and very dog friendly. The welcome treats for both humans and dogs is first class and the welcome you get from the owners when you arrive is so warm and welcoming. The cottage is in a quiet but easy to reach location and relaxing in the courtyard at the end of the day is a must. We have stayed in a number of cottages over the years and this has to be one of the best, a gem of a find and also 5* rating. Would definitely recommend and vist again. Thank you Veronica & David.

“It’s exactly what it says on the tin” Can’t fault it, in fact we booked again for next year, whilst we were there.

A lovely two weeks. Thanks guys See you in 348 days (not that we are counting) Michael & Susan

We had a lovely stay, the cottage was well immaculate and equipped with everything we could need.

The hosts were friendly and helpful and nothing was too much trouble. We hope to return again in the future.

Veronica and David have created a very special place to stay in The Shippen.

A home from home with 5* extras and treats all of which we fully appreciated from the delicious cream tea on arrival to the bubbly in the fridge and the gorgeous complimentary toiletries in the lovely bathroom. The Shippen has been lovingly furnished with great attention to detail, we felt so at home! We already knew the location very well but the selection of local guides, maps and literature had us finding new places! Thank you both for making our holiday perfect. It was our first holiday in years due to ill health and it was the best holiday we have had. We will definitely be coming back.

The Shippen is a little gem hidden away in the peace and quiet of Gooseham but close to all that the North Cornwall coast has to offer A real home from home with a level of comfort and attention to detail that is second to none Excellence doesn’t happen by accident It is entirely due to the wonderful hosts Veronica and David who so clearly put their hearts and soul in to making sure their guests feel comfortable and welcome from the moment they arrive Thank you both for a wonderful few days at The Shippen

We can only echo the reviews from others about the Shippen.

It's clean, warm, comfortable and Veronica and David really welcoming and kind, including a card for our Golden wedding anniversary. The welcome pack is extremely generous and thoughtful, and Gooseham is peaceful with some lovely walks. The property is probably one of the best for the dogs and unusually we had trouble getting Tilly to leave, I think she would happily have stayed. and both dogs were really relaxed all week. A big thankyou to Veronica and David for going the extra mile x

Fabulous cottage with everything we needed and more.

Warm welcome from our hosts and one of the best welcome packs.

Dave and Veronica were great hosts every thing was spotlessly clean nothing was to much trouble.

Lots of welcoming gifts . Thank you so much Lin and Alan.

Our second stay at The Shippen and already planning a third.

We arrived in the midst of Storm Darragh. No electricity. But with a cosy log burner, a gas ring and battery candles and lights it was lovely. The owners, David and Veronica, the nicest people you could meet, went out off their way to check that we had everything we needed. The cottage is amazing and so well equipped. VERY dog friendly with a secure area for my Springer Spaniels to explore. The location is quiet and peaceful but not far from lovely beaches and Bude. Can’t wait to return.

lovely hosts and a stunning place to stay.

high levels of comfort and attention to detail.

What a cottage!

We just had a fantastic & very relaxing time at the Shippen! Everything was just so perfect & the hospitality& attention to details demonstrated by the owners David & Veronica were the best! The weather was not what we had ordered but did not matter & certainly did not stop us enjoying the surroundings. Highly recommended!

We had an absolutely wonderful holiday at the Shippen.

We really didn't want to come home. Dave and Veronica were the perfect hosts. Nothing was too much trouble for them. The property itself was amazing. Comfortable clean and had every thing you could possibly need. The welcoming gift was the best we've ever had. Prosecco cream tea apple juice biscuits milk tea coffee the list was endless. Veronica had put lovely flowers everywhere. It really is a 5 star cottage. Sammy our dog loved it too he settled in from the minute he arrived. He did not want to come home either. He loves his special doggy treats bowls towels and doggy bags. Veronica and Dave are the kindest friendly and welcoming people ever. They were there if we needed them but were never intrusive. They allowed us to holiday in peace. The Shippen is perfect and in a perfect location to chill out. In fact it deserves 10 star just for the huge comfy bed. I almost stole it. Didn't want to give it up Thank you Dave and Veronica. We will definitely be back. Jackie Tony and Sammy xx

Beautiful cottage with very owners that are obviously very keen on making this a home away from home.

Spotless accomodation. Very comfortable beds. The owners went above and beyond our expectations with making our short stay so enjoyable. We definatley want to revisit.

The hosts are incredibly warm and welcoming, ensuring that every detail is taken care of to make your stay truly memorable.

Their attention to hospitality and dedication to creating a welcoming atmosphere truly sets this cottage apart.

We had a fantastic stay at The Shippen.

David and Veronica are excellent host and provided an outstanding welcome gift of cream tea, prosecco, apple juice and milk. Even the dogs got some treats provided. Really couldn't fault our stay and we hope to be back in the future.

Excellent accommodation and hosts.

Very clean and tidy set up and a very nice welcome pack and greeting from the hosts. We would look to book this again in the future and highly recommend this to anyone else looking to stay in the area.

Dave and Veronica are really good hosts they provide so much for arrival milk in the fridge along with prosecco, bottle of apple juice clotted cream to go with the jam and scones , bottled water by every bedside also a toiletries pack on each person's towels, comfy bed very clean all in all a lovely stay highly recommended.

I am always a little worried when I see properties with all 5* reviews.

However for this property it is absolutely warranted. It is beautifully laid out and all of the furnishings and little extras are first rate. The location is perfect for a quiet getaway but is still in easy reach of more action should you seek it. After a morning at the beach we even managed to walk the dogs to the pub one afternoon. As others have mentioned Veronica and Dave are great hosts, friendly and welcoming but never intrusive in any way. We will return.

Has an amazing week in the most beautiful cottage.

All the extra touches - fresh flowers, cream tea and welcome pack, soft towels and beautiful bed linen all made the stay feel very luxurious. Veronica and Dave were great hosts and went out of their way to ensure we had everything we needed. It was a pleasure to meet you and stay in your beautiful home. Sian, David and Matilda

Just a 5 star experience from start to finish Perfect hosts lovely kind people who just want you to enjoy your holiday without being at all intrusive.

Very quiet spotlessly clean everything you could wish for and extra touches. Plenty to explore in local area. Car can be parked at the door on a beautiful enclosed drive. Dogs totally welcome and safe. Felt relaxed as soon as we arrived. Veronica and Dave will be fully booked with people returning read all the comments and book soon! I don t normally leave reviews but truly could have stayed alot longer than a week.

Best cottage we have had, our 32nd and goes to number 1.

We were met by the friendliest couple Dave and Veronica who went out of their way to make sure everything was in order, with cream tea, and lots of goodies, even our dog was treated with all sorts. All the extra touches flowers in every room, we were made to feel at home straight away. Very private and safe for our dog. Highly recommend this cottage. You will not be disappointed. Thank you both for making us welcome without being intrusive.. Thanks to Veronica for my gluten free goodies, they were delicious. Margaret, Celia and Tilly x

We really enjoyed our stay in this beautiful cottage.

The shippen was comfortable very clean and well equipped. Many thanks to David and Veronica who were friendly and generous hosts and made us feel very welcome. We can highly recommend this cottage to anyone who wishes to visit Cornwall, we certainly hope to return.

Absolutely spot on!

Wow wow wow.

I set myself a challenge at the beginning of the week to find something negative about the cottage. I failed. Cream tea awaited us on arrival, along with milk, apple juice and Prosecco. It is so dog friendly , with dog bowls and towels and little bags of dog treats tied up with ribbon. The courtyard is safe and secure. The cottage is spacious, but warm and cosy. The decor and furniture are lovely. It was so well equipped, there was nothing that hadn’t been thought of. David and Veronica were on hand if needed, a really friendly couple. The location is brilliant, narrow lanes as expected but so many beaches and coves to explore. Gooseham itself is a pretty little hamlet. I can’t wait to go again.

We have never been away for Christmas and New Year before but we booked Shippen to have a complete change From the moment we walked through the door we new we had done the right thing We were welcomed to a Cottage that was warm and snug with added Christmas Decorations and surprises to find, every time you looked up you noticed something new The weather was dreadful but we didn't mind one bit We went for drives and long walks with our dog Misty but couldn't wait to get back to the warm cottage Veronica and David thank you for the lovely welcome and letting us stay in your wonderful cottage from Kim,John and Misty

By far the nicest holiday cottage we have ever stayed in.

❤️ The owners were very welcoming and the cottage had everything you could possibly need. The cream tea, bottle of Prosecco and little extras were so generous. Felt at home the second we arrived. Enclosed courtyard was a bonus as so often they are not..and with two terriers if they can find a way out they would! A gem of a cottage..we will definitely be booking again!

Had a fantastic week at The Shippen.

...we always pack extras like teatowels, washing up liquid, dishwasher tablets, loo roll.....didn't need anything, they had thought of everything ever kitchen foil and cling film. Amazing welcome pack, all kitchen basics milk etc.amazing cream tea, prosecco , fruit juice The cottage was comfortable, clean , kichen fully equipped, extremely warm with underfloor heating and logs for the burner. Felt like home from home, we will certainly visit again, Veronica and Dave were welcoming and friendly, on hand if we anything.

Our stay at the Shippen was totally relaxing from the moment we arrived and walked through the door.

Thank you so much Veronica and David - Our very kind and thoughtful hosts. You made us feel so welcome and had thought of everything. Including lovely generous gifts for us and also for Erik our springer spaniel. The accommodation is beautiful, clean and so cosy. A home from home. More than happy to stay in when the weather outside was not so good. Can't wait to come back! Jen, Mick, and Erik the dog.

Exceptional property with really exceptional hosts.

The shippen truly is a wonderful property with absolutely ALL the comforts of home. Fully equipped kitchen , very comfortable lounge furniture with freesat TV, as well as Netflix, large bathroom & large bedrooms with a four poster bed which is so comfortable we wanted to take it home. Outside, there is very comfortable patio furniture in a secluded private area sheltered from the wind, with seasonal salad crops & herbs to help yourself to. On arrival we were warmly greeted by the proud owners David & Veronica. For them, running a guest/holiday home is a recent adventure & they have worked very hard to make your holiday stay in the Shippen as comfortable as possible with great success. There were some wonderful treats waiting for us , a lovely cream tea, biscuits, milk as well as a bottle of wine, even had doggy treats for Dexter our mad springer spaniel. Our week here went so fast we tried to book the following week to stay a little longer but alas some other fortunate guests had already booked it. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay & we will most definitely be coming back here again.

A beautiful, comfortable home from home.

Everything was perfect making our holiday extra special. The Welcome pack was absolutely amazing and our dog wasn’t forgotten either. David and Veronica were amazing hosts. The location is fantastic and not far from beautiful beaches and villages. Without a doubt we will return and certainly recommend this beautiful holiday home to anyone that is looking for a 5 star holiday home. We are so pleased we chose The Shippen

We were met with a very friendly warm welcome a home made cream tea and other goodies in the fridge.

The cottage was spotless and set in lovely quiet location. Small things extra such as a gas pizza oven outside with a garden you could pick veg from, log burner if there when it nips at night but there is also under floor heating throughout, courtesy toiletries and fresh flowers in the rooms. The courtyard parks two medium cars and could be enclosed to allow easy access for your dog to come and go, local store had a cafe and an array of essentials. The walks close by are stunning along the cliffs, can even end one at a tea rooms which is only 8min drive from the cottage. Throughly recommended booking this cottage.

The Shippen was exactly as advertised on Sykes .

We were greeted by our lovely hosts , who showed us where everything was in order to make our stay perfect . They also very kindly left the best welcome package we have ever received . The cottage has everything you could possibly need for self catering . The huge bed was super comfy , the bathroom outstanding . The private outside patio cottage garden had herbs of all kinds to help yourself to. . It was very peaceful and we really would happily recommend .

We stayed 1 week at the Shippen and enjoyed every minute.

The cleanliness was outstanding and the hosts made us very welcome with lovely treats for us and our dog. We were welcome to use veg and herbs growing outside. Beds were extremely comfortable. Very central for touring that part of Cornwall. A secluded cottage for a relaxing holiday.

Fabulous Accommodation with everything needed to enjoy your holiday.

The little extra touches & welcome package was the best I’ve had in any accommodation we’ve stayed in the the past, even our dog had a welcome package. Everything was supplied inc tea towels, toilet rolls, kitchen rolls, doggie bowls, even left us with milk, orange juice & a cram tea, we didn’t need to take anything really other than ourselves & clothes. Very quiet area & quite rural, our hosts were lovely, very helpful but not at all intrusive & gave us the use of the backyard kitchen garden which we made use of. Would definitely recommend to friends & family. 10/10

As a result of health issues this was the first time we had been away for nearly three years, it was essential that we were comfortable and completely at ease.

The property and the owners did not let us down, we felt safe and at home the whole week. The owners could not do enough to ensure we enjoyed an accessible and care free week. The area is peaceful and ideal for touring the north of Cornwall. We were very lucky with the weather and would not hesitate to go back,

We really enjoyed our stay here - home was like a home from home.

It was spotless, the furnishings good quality. The owners had thought of everything and were very kind and helpful. There was a supply of coffee pods, tea bags, milk and orange juice and cream tea. It was a short drive to Bude lots of other lovely beaches such as Duck Pool. We would stay here again without hesitation.

A lovely, spotless and extremely well equipped cottage with every facility down to the provision of a notebook and pen!

All the fittings and furnishings are of good quality and well maintained. The owners whilst being attentive were in no way intrusive, They met us with a smile and welcome and then left us to or own devices, but were on call should we need them. As the weather was not too clement during our stay it was great to be able to snuggle down with the wood burner blazing in the evenings.

Had a lovely week at Shipen.

unfortunately we chose to go on a wet Devon week. Need a car unless you are a walker.