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Bowness Cottage in Porlock

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A brick building with stone walls, a black door, and a window with a white frame.
A room with a large window, a wooden desk, a radiator, and a framed picture on the wall.
A kitchen with a dining table, chairs, and a large window.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a wooden dining table, and a black range hood.
A garden with a stone pathway, a small table with chairs, and a building with a door and windows.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Barbecue
    A rare find - perfect for a relaxed, outdoor grilling experience.
  • At the centre of it all
    Stay in a top rated central location, steps from the best attractions, dining, and entertainment.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Exmoor National Park

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free internet
  • Dryer
  • Microwave
  • Garden

Explore the area

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Porlock, Somerset
  • Place, Exmoor National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Dovery Manor Museum
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Exmoor Adventures
    ‪5 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

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About the area

Minehead

Minehead is home to this cottage. Dovery Manor Museum and Holnicote Estate are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Greencombe Gardens and Exmoor Owl & Hawk Centre. Blenheim Gardens and West Somerset Railway are also worth visiting.
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Map
Porlock, Somerset

What's nearby

  • Exmoor National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Dovery Manor Museum - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Exmoor Adventures - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Greencombe Gardens - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Bossington Beach - 13 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Duke of Wellington (Wetherspoon) - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Hotshots Sports Bar - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Old Ship Aground - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bowness Cottage in Porlock pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Bowness Cottage in Porlock?

As of 2 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bowness Cottage in Porlock on 4 Nov 2026 start from AU$950, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Bowness Cottage in Porlock?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bowness Cottage in Porlock?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bowness Cottage in Porlock located?

Situated in Minehead, this cottage is steps away from Dovery Manor Museum and Exmoor Adventures. Greencombe Gardens and Bossington Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful stay!

Wonderful stay!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Absolutely lovely cottage perfect location and spotless Would definitely stay again

Absolutely lovely cottage perfect location and spotless Would definitely stay again
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lovely, clean cottage with everything we needed in great location

Lovely, clean cottage with everything we needed in great location
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Another wonderful stay in Bowness, everything you need in the cottage and an excellent location - i

Another wonderful stay in Bowness, everything you need in the cottage and an excellent location - it’s definitely a hidden gem.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property in the heart of Porlock. Plenty of space and a nice outdoor courtyard. The house was clean, well equipped and welcoming.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lovely property, well equipped and very comfortable. Great central location so perfect for exploring

Lovely property, well equipped and very comfortable. Great central location so perfect for exploring the local area. Spacious accommodation with comfy beds and good facilities.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Amazing place to stay. Spotlessly clean, thoughtfully prepared for guests and even decorated for Chr

Amazing place to stay. Spotlessly clean, thoughtfully prepared for guests and even decorated for Christmas. Loved every minute!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

We had a fantastic week staying at Bowness again, the cottage is definitely equipped with everything

We had a fantastic week staying at Bowness again, the cottage is definitely equipped with everything you need and is of a good quality. It is one of our favourite places to stay and we will definitely return.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Absolutely fantastic property, a hidden gem. Really enjoyed the tranquility and in a few steps a bus

Absolutely fantastic property, a hidden gem. Really enjoyed the tranquility and in a few steps a busy high street.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great place. Would recommend to anyone to stay there. Very well equipped. Very comfortable and clean

Great place. Would recommend to anyone to stay there. Very well equipped. Very comfortable and clean. Would book again.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Beauitful house, home from home. We would definetley come back again.

Beauitful house, home from home. We would definetley come back again.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Good selection of pubs, tea rooms and shops in Porlock. Excellent walks from the house as well as

Good selection of pubs, tea rooms and shops in Porlock. Excellent walks from the house as well as within a short drive. Plenty to see and do.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Spacious, well equipped and very clean.

Spacious, well equipped and very clean.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

We really enjoyed our stay at Bowness! We particularly enjoyed the well equipped kitchen and cooker;

We really enjoyed our stay at Bowness! We particularly enjoyed the well equipped kitchen and cooker; which was perfect for a family that spends most of their time in the eating and drinking…will stay again for sure. Hawkins family, from Minehead and now across the UK
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

We had an amazing time in a lovely property. Definitely worth the money and we hope to stay again.

We had an amazing time in a lovely property. Definitely worth the money and we hope to stay again. Gorgeous quiet location. Parking wasn't an issue as there was always plenty of space in the car parks.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

We had a fantastic stay , The property was very clean well equipped to a high standard and the enc

We had a fantastic stay , The property was very clean well equipped to a high standard and the enclosed garden was a lovely place to soak up the sun and relax . Our first UK holiday for over 20 years and would not hesitate booking this cottage again .
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lovely house. Great location in village centre. Parking wasn’t a problem. Good places to eat.

Lovely house. Great location in village centre. Parking wasn’t a problem. Good places to eat.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

The top Ship is superb with extremely friendly, helpful staff, and also dog friendly ! The salt mars

The top Ship is superb with extremely friendly, helpful staff, and also dog friendly ! The salt marsh walks were a hidden gem.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lovely property tucked away behind the shops with all the local amenities on the doorstep. Fabulous

Lovely property tucked away behind the shops with all the local amenities on the doorstep. Fabulous food at the ship in Porlock.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

We stayed for the week with friends and our dogs to celebrate the new year. Wonderful cottage in per

We stayed for the week with friends and our dogs to celebrate the new year. Wonderful cottage in perfect location for our first visit to the area. We will most definately return to Bowness.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Beautifully presented house in a very central location but peaceful and private too. Parking not an

Beautifully presented house in a very central location but peaceful and private too. Parking not an issue, plenty of eateries and great walking paths. Beds super comfortable and the whole house was very well equipped. I would stay there again.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Even better than the photos! Absolutely gorgeous, immaculate house in a stunning location. We would

Even better than the photos! Absolutely gorgeous, immaculate house in a stunning location. We would definitely go back.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lovely house in great location with secluded courtyard garden. Easy access to convenience store and

Lovely house in great location with secluded courtyard garden. Easy access to convenience store and walking distance to pubs and restaurants. Would highly recommend
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Absolutely immaculate, spacious and characterful . Everything you need is there

Absolutely immaculate, spacious and characterful . Everything you need is there
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

I cannot really add any more to the previous reviews but just want to say what a wonderful house thi

I cannot really add any more to the previous reviews but just want to say what a wonderful house this is. We had a great time and would definitely go again.
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