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The Best of Exmoor

Holmdale, Porlock

Porlock
Excellent
28 reviews
  • 13
    Guests
  • 5
    Bedrooms
  • 3
    Bathrooms
  • Pets
    welcome
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Holmdale in Porlock (Somerset) is a period detached property in the heart of this thriving Exmoor village, there are 5 bedrooms to sleep up to 13 guests (11+2). Sea views from the first floor and an easy stroll to the local shops, restaurants and pubs. Porlock pebble beach is 15 min walk.

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Holmdale in Porlock (Somerset) is situated in the heart of the lovely village of Porlock. Backing on to Exmoor but with sea views from the first floor, Holmdale is a holiday paradise for walkers, runners, beach-goers or relaxers alike!

With three double bedrooms, one triple-bunk bedroom, a twin bedroom, plus a 'snug' sleeping up to 2 on a fold-out bed, the property is well suited to a large family group, or a number of families holidaying together.

Sleeps up to 13 guests plus cot (11 in beds, plus 2 on sofa bed)
Five bedrooms (plus the snug)
Three double bedrooms - one with king size bed and two with double beds
One twin bedroom comprising a single bed with roller second bed underneath
One triple bunk bedroom which has a double bed on bottom layer and a single on the top
Spacious sitting room with wood-burner
Modern kitchen with Aga (lit in winter only) and separate large oven with 6 hobs
Upstairs two family bathrooms, one comprising bath and shower, the other a shower
Ground floor shower room and separate toilet
Private, enclosed garden and parking
Dogs welcome (maximum of 3) for £15 supplement per dog
Easy walking distance to restaurants, pubs, shops, etc.
Bed linen and towels are provided.
Electricity, heating and wifi included
Arrive from 4pm
Depart by 10 am
 
Dogs are welcome (maximum of 3)  for a supplementary fee of £15 per dog per booking. Please do not allow your dogs on the furniture or upstairs and do not leave them alone in the property at any time. 

This property is strictly non-smoking. No large parties and please be respectful to our neighbours, for example not playing loud music late into the evening outside. 

Security deposit
A security deposit of £150 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.

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.

Sleeping arrangements

Appliances and amenities

  • Kitchen / Kitchenette
  • Towels provided,Linen provided
  • High chair
  • Iron and board
  • TV
  • Clothes dryer,Washing machine,Dishwasher
  • Cooker,Freezer,Microwave,Fridge,Toaster
  • Breakfast included
  • Fan
  • Games room
  • Electric vehicle charge point
  • Central heating
  • Bath
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Hair dryer
  • Log fire
  • Kettle
Holmdale is a lovely period cottage, once a small thatched cottage the property has been extended over the years to become one of the largest homes in Porlock Village. 

You enter the property from the rear, through a seated courtyard into the hallway. Downstairs comprises  a large laundry  fully equipped with washer, dryer, plenty of storage and drying space. There is a downstairs WC and separate shower room. The spacious dining room comfortably sits 12 (but has welcomed more!) leading to the kitchen which is bright and airy yet snug with the main feature, the Aga, (only lit in winter months). There is also a large cooker, Microwave, toaster and kettle and plenty of cupboard space. 

Facing the front of the property is the spacious sitting room, with a piano, plenty of books and games and comfortable seating for a large group or family. The log burner is a welcome addition for the evenings. On the other side of the staircase is the 'snug' where there is a large Smart TV and period fireplace (not currently in use), a lovely space for cold nights or a TV evening. There is a desk and plenty of DVD's to select from. The sofa also pulls out as a bed and can accommodate 2 extra guests. A great teenage den even!

Upstairs there are 5 large bedrooms, 4 with sea views and the 5th overlooking Bossington hill. The master bedroom has a king-size bed with dual aspect views towards the sea and fields to the back.    The second large double bedroom has a double bed and a small single bed for a young child. There is also space for a cot (available on request), again the room has sea views. The smaller double bedroom has a double bed,  a desk and sea views.  The first 'child's bedroom' has a triple bunk bed, with a double bed on the bottom and a single on top. Can comfortably accommodate a small family or siblings or friends. The final bedroom upstairs has a single bed, with a roll-out single comfortable sleeping for two children. 

When booking for the roller bed, snug, etc the extra linen is kept in the upstairs bathroom drawers.

Outside the Property

  • BBQ
  • Parking
  • private garden (not enclosed)
  • Jacuzzi or hot tub
  • Shared garden
  • private garden (enclosed)
  • Balcony or terrace
  • Sea view
  • Secure parking
  • Detached Property
  • Pool (communal)
  • Pool (private)
Holmdale enjoys an enclosed garden, with split level lawns and an enormous trampoline and a shed with deck chairs, and fun pots for children to play at gardening!

There is a front private patio (by the back door) with a large comfortable seating area. The space is a real sun trap well into the summer evenings.

To the side is a very private side patio perfect for the midday sun and sheltered from any wind.

The garden is enclosed by wall, gates or hedging on all sides.

There are three parking spaces and more cars can be accommodated at the Visitors Centre parking on request from them.

Parking

Private off road parking for maximum of 3 cars at the back of the property. For further vehicles there is a large pay and display car park in the village which is £5 a day or £25 for a week (via Phone and Pay). This car park is just a a short walk across the road from the property.

Electric vehicle charge point

Pets

Pets welcome

3 x Dog(s), £15 per stay

Cat(s)

Horses

Dogs are welcome (maximum of 3) for a supplementary fee of £15 per dog per booking. Please do not allow your dogs on the furniture or upstairs and do not leave them alone in the property at any time.

The owner may allow 4 dogs on request, please get in touch with the size/breed of the dogs and we will find out for you.

Restricted Mobility

Restricted mobility

Not suitable

Wheelchair users

Not suitable

Children

Suitable for children

1 x Cot available (£0.00)

2 x Highchair available (£0.00)

There is space for a cot (can be provided on request). Two high chairs available, for children about 1 year+. Very child friendly, with trampoline, garden, some toys, DVD's many children books and fun decorations for children rooms. Plenty of beaches and activities nearby.

Health & safety

Christmas / New Year

Christmas in Porlcok is a special time, with Santa competitions, sparking lights everywhere and often snow on the moors! The log fire brings that Christmas feeling and some decorations will be provided.

Cancellation Policy

  • 3 months
  • 60 days
  • 30 days
  • 14 days
  • 7 days
  • 1 days
Free cancellation
50% refund Non-refundable
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Firm Full refund for cancellations up to 30 days before check-in. If booked fewer than 30 days before check-in, full refund for cancellations made within 48 hours of booking and at least 14 days before check-in. After that, 50% refund up to 7 days before check-in. No refund after that. Show more

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 is so much to see and do, from sh...
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Lovely food and drink is not hard to come by in Porlock; next door to the famous 'Top Ship' with lovely food and home brewed Ales and with several other award winning pubs a short, medium or long walk from the front door. Porlock also boasts a large number of tea rooms for morning of afternoon tea and cakes, and the lovely 'cheese shop' with their welcoming staff and delicious food. The Spar store is a family-run village shop which is incredibly well stocked for its size, and for larger shops, online ordering is simple or a short 10 minute drive to Minehead town where you'll find Tesco, Morrisons, Lidl and Iceland on offer. 
A holiday in Holmdale leaves you with as many busy days as you fancy! 

For walkers it's heaven, with hundreds of short/medium/long, flat/hilly walks or even runs for those who enjoy! Porlock is situated on the famous coastal path which makes a lovely walk or run. 

Biking and horse riding is also locally available. Exmoor adventures 5 minutes down the road offers coaststeering, kayaking and much more for those feeling adventurous. 

In and around Porlock There is an abundance of pubs, restaurants, cafe's and team rooms for dining options. In Bossington the next village there is an Owl and Hawk centre and Porlock even boasts in own museum!

Local beaches are beautiful, ranging from Porlock pebble beach 15 minutes walk from the house. Bossington river and beach 30 minutes walk and sandy beaches in Minehead, Lynmouth and many others are a short drive away. Lynmouth also has a surfing beach.

Minehead (10 minute drive or bus ride from opposite the house) is the home of Butlins, has a sea front bursting with arcades, lovely fish shops, ice cream shops and restaurants.

Lynmouth and Lynton nearby has lovely shops and restaurants as well as the famous funicular railway. 

There is plenty more to do in or around Porlock, some helpful resources:

https://www.visit-exmoor.co.uk/categories/things-to-do

https://www.thebestofexmoor.co.uk/blog/porlock-visitors-guide/

https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attractions-g186255-Activities-Exmoor_National_Park_England.html
There are dozens of beaches far and wide here is a great resource: https://www.thebestofexmoor.co.uk/blog/exmoor-beaches/

For walks you will find a map at the house with some of our favorite walks marked out. But there is no shortage, including the Coastal Path! Here are some samples!

https://www.southwestcoastpath.org.uk/walksdb/230/

https://www.komoot.com/guide/732584/hiking-around-porlock

Recommended transport links

Airport

Bristol or Exeter

ferry port

Portsmouth or Plymouth

Train station

Taunton

Car required

car recommended

More tips on how to get there

Full arrival information will be provided once your booking is paid for in full.


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Reviews


Overall experience8.9
Cleanliness8.6
Location9.3
Value for money8.6

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13 Guests maximum. Infants don't count toward the number of guests.

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