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The Shippen is a tasteful retreat situated near the village of Merriott, Somerset. Hosting two bedrooms; a king-size, and a double with overhead single, along with a bathroom, this property can sleep up to four people. Inside you will also find an open-plan sitting, kitchen and dining area. To the outside is off-road parking, and an enclosed garden with furniture and barbecue. Resting in a lovely location with a comfortable interior, The Shippen is a delightful cottage in a homely part of England.

Merriott has a good range of amenities. Crewkerne, with a range of shops including a Waitrose supermarket, is two miles away. The main line railway station for the London, Waterloo to Exeter line is at Crewkerne. The service to Waterloo takes two hours 30 minutes with trains leaving every hour. London Hammersmith can also be reached by Berry's Express Coach which runs a regular service twice a day.