Western Cottage, Porlock Weir | Cottage in Minehead

10.0 (21 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly   3 Bedrooms  1 Bathroom  6 Guests
Porlock Weir Cottage | Western Cottage, Porlock Weir

3 Bedroom Cottage in Porlock Weir, Minehead

Property Summary
Western Cottage is one of three cottages on Turkey Island at Porlock Weir. It faces the harbour, and its private back garden has direct access to the beach. Newly refurbished from top to bottom recently, we are delighted to offer this property for holidays for up to 6 guests, and it's pet-friendly.
Main Description
Western Cottage is located on the beach side of the harbour bridge at Porlock Weir. With 3 bedrooms and an upstairs bathroom, the cottage can sleep up a up to 6 guests. The property enjoys views towards the harbour from the front of the cottage, and a private patio-garden with direct access onto the beach at the rear, this is a unique property that radiates character and charm and has recently been renovated throughout.
Entrance to the property is via a porch with a handy bench to sit down to unlace your walking boots, straight into the the hallway. The ground floor comprises the living room with wood-burner, separate dining room, country kitchen with all new appliances, and the bunk bedroom. Upstairs are two further bedrooms, one double and one twin, and the family bathroom, comprising bath with shower over, toilet and hand basin. There is a small cobbled patio to the front of the cottage, and a patio-garden to the rear. Two designated parking spaces are situated across the footbridge at Porlock Weir, approximately 75 metres walk from the door.
Sleeps up to 6 guests in beds, plus a pull-out mattress available under the bunk beds which may be used for a child
One double bedroom, one twin and one room with bunk-beds
Fitted kitchen with dishwasher
Upstairs family bathroom
Patio-garden to the the rear leading directly onto the shingle beach
Outside 'loo' off the patio area
Designated parking for two cars
Towels and bed linen provided
Wifi, heating and electricity included
One dog welcome for Β£20 supplement
Strictly non-smoking.
Arrive from 4 pm
Depart by 10 am
Security deposit
A security deposit of Β£100 is required when booking this property. This will be added to the total price of your booking, and will be refunded after your stay assuming the property and its contents are not damaged during your stay.
One well behaved dog is welcome for Β£20 supplement. Two small dogs may be permitted on request, please get in touch with the size/breed of your dog/s and we will find out if an exception can be made. Note, dogs are not permitted on the furniture, are to be kept downstairs and not left alone in the property at any time. Thanks for your cooperation.
The property will be ready from 4 pm on the day of your arrival. Please depart by 10 am on the last day of your stay. Please leave the property clean and tidy so that we can guarantee it will be ready on time for our next guests.
Indoor Description
The characterful country kitchen is fitted with all new appliances, including a double electric oven with hob, dishwasher, fridge, microwave. Other equipment includes toaster, kettle, a variety of kitchen utensils, cutlery, crockery and glasses. Oven gloves and two tea towels are provided. Cleaning materials such as washing up liquid, surface cleaner, cloth and sponge will be present in the kitchen, and some dishwasher tablets under the kitchen sink (4), and washing tablets in the laundry room (3).
Some complimentary tea/coffee/sugar (small amount of each), biscuits and bottle of wine will be left for your arrival (milk not included).
There is a further fridge (with small freezer compartment) in the outbuilding off the rear courtyard, where the washing machine and dryer is also located.
A television is located in the sitting room, and wifi is available throughout the property.
Electricity and heating costs are included in the price of your accommodation. Western Cottage has central heating and there is also a wood-burning stove in the sitting room; a basket of logs will be provided to get you started in the cooler months. Additional logs can be purchased from the hardware shop in Porlock, if required.
Bed linen, duvets, blankets and towels are provided for your convenience, but please bring your own beach towels if you wish to take towels with you on day trips.
A pull-out mattress is available under the bunk beds, which can be used for a 7th guest (suitable for a child only).
Three toilet rolls will be provided in the bathroom along with hand wash.
One well behaved dog is welcome for Β£20 supplement. The owner will consider two small dogs on a case-by-case basis, please contact us with the size/breeds of your dog for us to check this for you. Please note, dog/s are not permitted on the furniture or upstairs and not to be left alone in the property at any time.
Outdoor Description
There is small south-facing cobbled patio at the front of the cottage. To the rear, is a further patio-garden which leads directly onto the beach. Outside furniture is available for sitting out. There is also an outside loo, off the patio area. Since the photos of the property were taken, pedestrian garden gates have been added to both the front and rear garden areas to enclose them.
Porlock Weir is literally on the doorstep of Western Cottage. There are two restaurants (Porlock Weir Hotel and Locanda at the Weir), pub (The Bottom Ship Inn, dog-friendly), a Malaysian street food outlet and a cafe, and a range of individual shops such as an art gallery Exmoor Glass, etc. For those wanting local seafood, Porlock Bay Oysters can be purchased from their harbourside unit. There is also a small shop selling some essential items - and ice creams!
Porlock is approximately 1.5 miles from the Weir and boasts three pubs, two grocery shops, a traditional local butcher, chemist, cash machine, hardware shop, visitor centre and a range of independent restaurants, shops and tea rooms.
Many of the shops in Porlock Weir and Porlock are open during traditional hours of 9 am to 5 pm, although hours are often extended during the summer season. Conversely, some shops also reduce their opening hours out of season.
Parking
Designated parking for two cars is available on the 'mainland' side of the harbour bridge at Porlock Weir, it's is a short walk (approximately 75 metres) across the bridge at the harbour and onto Turkey Island. The 2 parking slots are signed and are located behind the harbour shop.
Pets Description
The owner may consider two small dogs on a case-by-case basis (for Β£20 per dog), please contact us with the size/breed of your dogs for us to check this for you.
Please note, dog/s are not permitted on the furniture or upstairs and not to be left 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
A tree can be provided on request
The region
Exmoor is situated in South West Britain, specifically across West Somerset and North Devon. Often referred to as England's best kept secret, Exmoor is a wonderful holiday destination for anyone looking for a holiday in the great outdoors! There's so much to see and do, from short walks to long expeditions across the moors or horse riding, taking in a safari or sight-seeing at your own pace around the 'picture postcard' villages and hamlets.
Porlock Weir has a quaint little harbour and its own unique charm; the port has a long and colourful history. Today Porlock Weir is a quiet harbour and a thriving community that welcomes tourists every year, many of whom come to enjoy the pretty scenery, shops, tea rooms, pubs and local cuisine. On a fine day, the South West Coast Path offers a wonderful opportunity to enjoy the fabulous views across Porlock Weir and the bay. The coastal footpath links up with many other walking trails including Culbone, home to the smallest church in England. One of the more unusual attractions at Porlock Weir is the submerged forest. At low tide, the remains of ancient tree trunks arise from the grey clay soil. These desiccated stumps are the last remaining evidence of a forest that, once upon a time, lay five miles inland.

Western Cottage, Porlock Weir is located in Porlock Weir. Western Cottage, Porlock Weir provides accommodation, featuring Kitchen, Laundry, Parking, among other amenities. This Cottage features Kitchen, Laundry, Parking, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Western Cottage, Porlock Weir has 3 Bedrooms , 1 Bathroom, and max occupancy of 6 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Cottage because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Cottage, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Cottage has a friendly neighborhood, and the Porlock Weir has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Cottage in Porlock Weir, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

  • Parking
  • Pet Friendly
  • TV
  • Balcony/Terrace
  • Accessibility
  • Security/Safety
  • Bedding/Linens
  • Fireplace/Heating
  • Child Friendly
  • Internet
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry

Policies

Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm
Check-out Check-out before 10:00 am
Child Policy Children are welcome.
Pet Policy Pets allowed service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Other Policy 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 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 onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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

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Reviews

Rauf J. Jul 12, 2023 05:30:21 PM
Summary: A charming cottage in a wonderful spot where there is always something going on. We have been using Best of Exmoor for years and wouldn't consider booking an Exmoor holiday through any other company.
Andrew H. Jul 12, 2023 05:30:19 PM
Summary: Loved our stay Western Cottage - have stayed in Porlock for many years and always wanted to be on the weir- the cottage was fantastic, everything has been thought of from hot water bottles and salt and pepper pots to the flood gates should they be needed - and we have had the most brilliant week away. Beds were extremely comfortable and we had even been left washing tablets for the washer. We are a family of 2 teens and they also loved every minute of this unique stay. If there is a downside it’s to remember that with no real or reliable phone signal here the Wi-Fi in the cottage is poor and glitched constantly. Not a necessity by any means but we couldn’t reliably make or take calls which on occasion we needed to do.
Caroline V. Jul 12, 2023 05:30:19 PM
Summary: A truly wonderful spot... harbour in front (ever-changing with the tides) the sea behind, lovely views of the hills beyond (and lovely walks if you want them) and the comings and goings of the community. Sun at front and rear... always a spot to catch it. A very short walk to the pub, the cafe, a little Asian takeaway (fabulous), the hotel for a special meal or afternoon tea, or a woodfired pizza outside, and a couple of delightful art galleries. The cottage is a delight. It has a wonderful atmosphere. So cosy and comfy and the fireplace with woodburner is heaven. Comfy beds. We had a really magical week.
Craig W. Jul 12, 2023 05:30:17 PM
Summary: We had a great stay here, superb location, cottage was cosy and kitchen was decked out with everything we required. Would highly recommend.
Leslie C. Jul 12, 2023 05:29:21 PM
Summary: Fantastic location and very well fitted out cottage .
Nigel G. Jul 12, 2023 05:28:20 PM
Summary: We were very pleased to have found this beautiful cottage via the website. The location was fantastic and due to the great weather we stayed in the area for the whole week. We would definitely like to return one day if it is still available for rent. We hadn’t been to Porlock Wier before and it was a delight when we arrived to see its uniqueness and visit the small outlets, hotel and pub. Well done for keeping it so nice and for the flowers and bottle of wine.
Sara F. Jul 12, 2023 05:28:19 PM
Summary: What a beautiful cottage in a stunning setting. It felt like a home from home. Very well equipped. The location was perfect for us and will definitely be returning!
Sorcha T. Jul 12, 2023 05:28:17 PM
Summary: The location of Western Cottage is perfect, you can just sit outside and watch the world go by. The house was well laid out and having two parking spaces was great.
Jul 12, 2023 05:26:20 PM
Summary: We recently spent a week in Western Cottage. What a lovely cottage. It was very comfortable and big! It has recently been revamped and done to a high standard. I have never seen such a fireplace! Bedding and towels are of a high standard. We loved sitting outside watching the goings on at the harbour. I have to say David was so nice and helpful. Nothing was too much for him. Also the girls in the office were so helpful as I inundated them with calls for when the cottage was available! I can definitely recommend Western Cottage to anyone.
Brian L. Jul 12, 2023 05:25:24 PM
Summary: My wife and I spent a fabulous 2 weeks in Western Cottage. The location couldn’t be better and the cottage is well equipped and extremely comfortable. Porlock Weir has a wide range of options for meals out (or takeaway) and is perfectly placed for walking the coastal paths and exploring further inland. We’ll be back!

FAQ's

Is this Western Cottage, Porlock Weir pet-friendly for guests?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

Does the Western Cottage, Porlock Weir have a swimming pool?

No, this Western Cottage, Porlock Weir does not have a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in Western Cottage, Porlock Weir?

Best-rates for the Western Cottage, Porlock Weir starts from $309 per night with includes TV, Accessibility, Bedding/Linens, Fireplace/Heating, Child Friendly, Pet Friendly, Balcony/Terrace, Security/Safety, Internet, Kitchen, Laundry, Parking with all other amenities. Perfect for Weddings is committed to ensuring every guest experiences a comfortable and extraordinary stay, whether planning a romantic getaway, a honeymoon, a pet-friendly stay, or celebrating with the entire wedding party.

Is Western Cottage, Porlock Weir a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this cottage Good or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the cottage has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Western Cottage, Porlock Weir wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Western Cottage, Porlock Weir has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the Western Cottage, Porlock Weir?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Western Cottage, Porlock Weir indicates 1 day stay policy at this cottage. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for Western Cottage, Porlock Weir?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the Western Cottage, Porlock Weir are as follows: Cancellation policy Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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