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Magnolia Cottage, Porlock

Magnolia Cottage, Porlock

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The Cottage
The lounge.
The kitchen-diner.
The Lounge.
The Kitchen-diner.

Overview of Magnolia Cottage, Porlock

Reviews
9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Explore the area

Map
Porlock, Somerset
  • Popular LocationPorlock Weir Harbour4 min drive
  • Popular LocationExmoor National Park10 min drive
  • Popular LocationDunkery Beacon16 min drive
  • AirportBristol (BRS-Bristol Intl.)108 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Garden

About this property

Magnolia Cottage, Porlock

Magnolia Cottage is a lovely cottage in a quiet area of Porlock called Hawkcombe, within easy walking distance of the village amenities. The cottage sleeps 4 guests in two bedrooms (+ a sofa bed is for occasional use) There is central heating via a Rayburn, & an electric cooker, washer/D, & dish/W. Magnolia Cottage in Porlock (Somerset) has recently been renovated throughout. Situated on the edge of Porlock and within Exmoor National Park, the cottage minutes from the West Somerset coastline or moorlands, with woodland walks directly from the door! The cottage makes a perfect base for visitors wanting to explore the many delights of the area.

Sleeps up to 4 guests in two bedrooms
One double bedroom and one twin
Country cottage with river running nearby
Sitting room with wood-burning fire for cosy nights in
Woodland walks from the front door
10 minute walk into Porlock village
Wifi, heating and electricity is included
Towels and bed linen provided
Arrive from 4 pm
Depart by 10 am

Dating back to the 19th century, but the cottage has a rustic feel with all the modern comforts that you will need. The front door opens into a small hall for hanging coats. The lounge has a comfortable sofa and chairs, plus a wood-burner. The adjacent kitchen-diner is up one step and features an Aga-style range, as well as electric cooker and hob. The stairs lead up from the lounge to the first floor where the bathroom and two bedrooms are, there's one double and one twin bedroom. The bathroom comprises a bath with shower over, toilet and hand basin.

Magnolia Cottage is set in an idyllic spot next to a running stream in the Hawkcombe valley, a ten minute walk from the centre of Porlock village. The cottage is approached via a footbridge.

Guests receive a welcome pack and logs for the wood-burning stove.

Security deposit
A security deposit of £70 is required when booking this property. This will be added to the total price of your booking, and will be refunded after your stay unless the owner discovers damage to the property or its contents after your departure.

Week-long bookings are available from Saturdays. Short breaks may be available, please check the availability calendar. 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.

Sorry, no dogs. Strictly no smoking.

Property manager

Chris

Languages

English

Amenities

Washer
Dryer
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill
Fireplace

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

About the area

Minehead

This cottage is located in Minehead. Exmoor National Park and Holnicote Estate reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Exmoor Adventures and Greencombe Gardens. Exmoor Owl & Hawk Centre and Blenheim Gardens are also worth visiting.
Map
Porlock, Somerset

What's nearby

  • Exmoor Adventures - 13 min walk
  • Porlock Weir Harbour - 4 min drive
  • Exmoor National Park - 10 min drive
  • Dunkery Beacon - 16 min drive
  • Minehead Beach - 20 min drive

Getting around

  • Minehead Station - 18 min drive
  • Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 171 min drive

Restaurants

  • Coaster Coffee - 12 min drive
  • The Old Ship Aground - 13 min drive
  • The Hairy Dog - 12 min drive
  • The Queens Head - 11 min drive
  • Kildare Lodge - 12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Magnolia Cottage, Porlock pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Magnolia Cottage, Porlock?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Magnolia Cottage, Porlock?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Magnolia Cottage, Porlock located?

Situated in Minehead, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Dovery Manor Museum and Exmoor Adventures. Greencombe Gardens and Bossington Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Eleanor M.

A comfortable and well equipt cottage in a beautiful location, an ideal base for a holiday exploring
A comfortable and well equipt cottage in a beautiful location, an ideal base for a holiday exploring Exmoor and the west Somerset coast. There were excellent walks from the door.
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6/10 Okay

Anne J.

It was so quiet and peaceful, and the beds comfortable, we slept really well. We enjoyed being able
It was so quiet and peaceful, and the beds comfortable, we slept really well. We enjoyed being able to walk out from the door to wonderful countryside or just down into the delightful village.
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10/10 Excellent

Shirley J.

This is a wonderful cottage, a perfect spot to escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. L
This is a wonderful cottage, a perfect spot to escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Leave the car and go walking everyday. The walks are beautiful, wildlife on the doorstep too. Porlock village is a just a few minutes walk away for provisions and the local pubs. The cottage is spotless and beautifully decorated. We didn’t want to leave.
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10/10 Excellent

Sue B.

Magnolia cottage is a perfect cottage set in a perfect location. So peaceful and picturesque. A few
Magnolia cottage is a perfect cottage set in a perfect location. So peaceful and picturesque. A few minutes walk into Porlock village. Lots of beautiful walks on your doorstep. Wildlife in abundance. Breathtaking scenery. Will return.
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10/10 Excellent

Jonathan L.

A great cottage, with relatively spacious kitchen and bathroom, in a stunning location. There are ni
A great cottage, with relatively spacious kitchen and bathroom, in a stunning location. There are nice walks directly from the cottage, both along the track and up the hill. The centre of Porlock is a 10 min walk and has a good range of shops, cafes and pubs, and easy access to the coast road.

About the host

Hosted by Chris

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The hills of Exmoor surround Porlock on three sides, with the heather covered moors cut by deep, often wooded coombes with clear sparkling streams at their base.

The spectacular beauty of Exmoor is protected by the Exmoor National Park Authority and the National Trust, with the flora and fauna on the moor helped by the award-winning purity of the air. In addition, Porlock Bay has received EU awards for the cleanliness of the sea-water. Its unique situation allows Porlock to enjoy a wonderful, warm and soft climate.

Porlock is a traditional Exmoor Village with a long history of settlements existing on or near the site of the existing village, with stone-age remains only a short distance away. It is also a working village with shops supplying all that you need, to be found in the High Street. You will certainly be sure of a friendly Exmoor welcome in them all. This will be echoed in the pubs, hotels and restaurants to be found here.

Porlock Weir, only 2 miles away, is a quaint little harbour with a unique charm that has to be experienced. It also boasts the remains of a prehistoric forest, small parts of which are occasionally visible still at a very low tide, and it was here that some remains of an Aurochs were found. These are now on display in the Visitor Centre in Porlock.

The poets Wordsworth and Coleridge found Porlock very much to their liking and indeed Coleridge was interrupted by “a man from Porlock” whilst writing “Kubla Khan”; the consequence of which was that he lost his inspiration and never completed it. In 1798 their friend Robert Southey stayed at “The Ship Inn” at the bottom of Porlock Hill. To commemorate the association with Coleridge, Porlock is the western end of The Coleridge Way, the newly established walk from Nether Stowey in the Quantocks to Exmoor.

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English
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