Bowness Cottage in Porlock

Microwave, oven, dishwasher, highchair
Microwave, oven, dishwasher, highchair
Microwave, oven, dishwasher, highchair
Microwave, oven, dishwasher, highchair
Interior
5.0 / 5.0
Outstanding(40 Ratings)

Cottage in Sparkhayes

6 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
High-end valuePrice for this property is higher than average in the area

About this cottage rental

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.

Amenities

Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Laundry
Dishwasher
TV
Garden

Map of Sparkhayes

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Ratings and reviews

5.0 / 5.0
Outstanding(40 Ratings)
5.0 / 5.0
Jul 2024
Stunning property. Very spacious.
5.0 / 5.0
Jul 2023
Beautiful house in great location right on the high street in Porlock we loved the private courtyard garden and the spacious well equipped kitchen we had a wonderful time visiting local attractions including Dunster Castle. We are definitely planning to return to this lovely house later this year.
5.0 / 5.0
Jul 2023
This is a wonderful cottage placed perfectly in the centre of Porlock. There is so much to do locally that it was a perfect base. The cottage was immaculately clean and the beds really comfortable. The massive kitchen is ideal for socialising and the enclosed back garden was perfect for my dog. A few meters you the road we found a dog exercise field just past the church and it was a wonderful surprise as my dog can’t be off lead. I will definitely be back to stay.
5.0 / 5.0
Jul 2023
This is an absolutely fantastic cottage right in the heart of the picturesque village of Porlock. The cottage is very well maintained and has all the mod-cons you could ask for. The spacious kitchen-diner is fantastic and stays lovely and cool in hot weather. Upstairs there is a cosy living room and three lovely bedrooms. There are two modern bathrooms that provide the options of a bath or shower. The courtyard garden area is a real sun trap and a nice place to relax after a day out on Exmoor. I would definitely try to get this cottage again if I were to come back to Exmoor (which I would love to do, but it is quite a trek from us). Thanks so much for having us.
5.0 / 5.0
Jul 2023
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.
5.0 / 5.0
Jul 2023
The Cottage exceeded our expectations despite them being high, we had a great Christmas in the cottage and the excellent facilities and good quality cook ware and utensils greatly helped this - especially being a family of foodies it felt like home from home in the kitchen! We would definitely stay again and recommend without hesitation.
4.0 / 5.0
star 5 empty
Jul 2023
We loved the kitchen and the wood burner, great when we returned from wet walks - sadly it rained a lot whilst we were there! Having dogs and an upstairs sitting room where they were not allowed was a bit problematic though so we rarely all went there which was a shame. The layout suited us as we had 3 generations, grandparents slept on middle floor and parents and children at the top. No toilet on top floor so had to leave a light on for little people but otherwise a lovely tucked away house, lots of good hiding places for hide and seek too! Shop opposite sold everything and stayed open late, very convenient!
4.0 / 5.0
star 5 empty
Jul 2023
Beauitful house, home from home. We would definetley come back again.

FAQs

How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Sparkhayes?

The average price for a rental in Sparkhayes is $160 per night. This rental is $60 above the average.

Is parking included with this cottage?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Bowness Cottage in Porlock. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this cottage?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Bowness Cottage in Porlock pet friendly?

Yes! This cottage is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at Bowness Cottage in Porlock?

We found 8 amenities for this rental. This includes pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and laundry.

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