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Bowness Cottage in Porlock

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Situated in a well-maintained garden, this traditional building features multiple windows and a steeply pitched roof.
Enjoy a peaceful retreat in this serene garden setting, surrounded by lush plants and a beautifully maintained outdoor space.
Traditional stone house with a symmetrical facade and lush green surroundings.
Cozy bedroom with a made bed, dresser, and armchair, offering a peaceful retreat.
Enjoy cooking in this well-equipped kitchen with a central island, stove, and oven, surrounded by ample cabinetry and a dining area.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Porlock, Somerset
  • Exmoor Adventures
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Porlock Weir Harbour
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Bossington Beach
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Cardiff (CWL-Cardiff Intl.)
    ‪166 min drive‬

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About the area

Minehead

At this cottage you'll be within steps of Dovery Manor Museum and Exmoor Adventures. .Accommodation features a washing machine, 2 bathrooms and a fireplace. A TV, a microwave and an iron/ironing board are also available.

What's nearby

  • Exmoor Adventures - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Porlock Weir Harbour - 3 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Exmoor National Park - 9 min drive - 9.9 km
  • Bossington Beach - 11 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Minehead Beach - 13 min drive - 13.2 km

Getting around

  • Minehead Station - 14 min drive
  • Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 173 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Royal Oak - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Castle Porlock - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Ship inn at Porlock Weir - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Old Ship Aground - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Kildare Lodge - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Bowness Cottage in Porlock

Property Summary
Bowness is a tranquil oasis situated in the heart of Porlock, it's a spacious property sleeping up to 6 guests in three bedrooms. The accommodation is set out across three levels, has recently been renovated throughout, includes a large kitchen dinner and an enclosed courtyard for guests sole use.

Main Description
Bowness is a deceptively spacious property in the heart of Porlock and within the Exmoor National Park. Porlock Bay and the South West Coast Path is only a short walk from the village.

Sleeps up to 6 guests in three bedrooms
Two king size beds and one twin bedroom
Spacious accommodation over three floors
Newly fitted large kitchen with dining table and wood-burner
Central village location
Restaurants, pubs and shops all within a short walk
Private and enclosed courtyard
Wifi, heating and electricity included
Bed linen and towels provided
Dogs welcome (strictly 2 maximum) for a supplement of £15 each
Arrive from 4 pm
Depart by 10 am

A door on the High Street opens into a passageway leading through to a hidden, tranquil courtyard and the stable door entrance to the house. The ground floor mainly comprises of the large kitchen-dining room, complete with comfortable seating area and wood-burner. There is also a small utility/storage room plus shower room with toilet and hand basin, also on the ground floor. The stairs from the hallway lead up to the first floor where the sitting room with TV is located, also the master bedroom with king-sized double bed, and the bathroom with shower unit, bath and hand basin, the toilet is separate but also on this floor. A narrow staircase up to the second floor to the other two bedrooms, one king size bed and one twin, both with plenty of room for your clothes and bags.

Dogs are welcome by prior arrangement for a supplement of £15 per dog (maximum of 2 dogs, sorry no exceptions). Please do not allow your dogs on the furniture or upstairs and do not leave them alone in the property at any time.

Please note, Bowness is a non-smoking house.

Indoor Description
The kitchen has been recently refurbished throughout and includes all new appliances, a range cooker with electric ovens and gas hobs, dishwasher, washing machine, microwave, toaster, kettle, plus all the crockery, cutlery, glassware and cookware you would need to cater for 6.

Plastics plates, bowls, beakers and cutlery are also available for children.

Wifi, central heating and electricity costs are included in the price of the accommodation. Towels and bed linen is provided.

For the wood-burner in the kitchen, an initial basket of logs and kindling are supplied for your arrival. Additional logs and kindling, can be bought in the village from the Hardware or the village shops.





Outdoor Description
The courtyard to the rear of the property is enclosed.

Parking
There is no allocated parking available but it's possible to stop in the temporary parking bays by the door on the High Street to unload your bags, parking here is limited to 30 minutes.

For longer stay there is an element of free parking around the village, however we would recommend Porlock central car park which is £5 a day or £25 for a week (via Phone and Pay). This car park is just a few minutes walk down the High Street from the property.

Alternatively for shorter periods of stay in the village there is a pay and display car park just a few steps around the corner in Doverhay Car Park which costs 80p/£1 for one hour (depending on summer/winter prices) with a maximum stay of 2 hours.




Pets Description
Dogs are welcome by prior arrangement for a supplement of £15 per dog (strictly a maximum of 2, sorry no exceptions). Please do not allow your dogs on the furniture or upstairs and do not leave them alone in the property at any time.

Restricted mobility
This has not been completed by the owner.

Exit in case of emergency
This has not been completed by the owner.

Christmas / New Year
This has not been completed by the owner.

The region
Porlock is often described as 'the jewel in Exmoor's crown' and has a long history of settlements existing on or near the site of the existing village, with stone-age remains only a short distance away. Porlock is a working village and boasts a number of pubs, restaurants, tea rooms and independent shops. There few more delightful surroundings than Porlock Vale, nestled at the foot of Porlock Hill, bounded to the north by its shingle ridge and breath taking views towards the Bristol Channel, and to the south by the rolling hills of the Exmoor National Park. The Exmoor coastline is formed mainly of cliffs but at Porlock the land flattens out and a unique mile long shingle ridge and an inland salt marsh have formed. For the bird watcher this is a very interesting site as a great variety of waders and wildfowl can be seen here in the winter as well as the occasional unusual bird passing through.

Exmoor is split between West Somerset and North Devon, some call it England's best kept secret! Exmoor is a wonderful holiday destination for anyone looking for a holiday in the great outdoors - from short walks to long expeditions across the moors or horse riding, taking in a safari in a 4x4 or sight-seeing at your own pace around the 'picture postcard' villages and hamlets.

Property manager

Chris

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free internet

Food and drink

  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

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Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Bowness Cottage in Porlock?

The closest beach to Bowness Cottage in Porlock is Minehead Beach (9.2 km).

Does Bowness Cottage in Porlock have a pool?

No, this cottage doesn't have a pool.

Is Bowness Cottage in Porlock family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities, a BBQ and highchairs, it's no surprise that Bowness Cottage in Porlock is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Bowness Cottage in Porlock?

No, Bowness Cottage in Porlock does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Bowness Cottage in Porlock?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Bowness Cottage in Porlock Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 41 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Laura M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Mrs

Stunning property. Very spacious.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beatrice D.

Liked: Cleanliness

The place to be

Een goed verzorgd en sfeervol huis, van alle gemakken voorzien.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019