Tannery Cottage At Porlock

Porlock, Somerset, Seaside village

Check-in Time: 16:00
Check-out Time: 10:00

Outside Description

This property is centrally located in the village, on a quiet side road. There is no private outside space.

Downstairs Description

Entrance to the property is via the front door into the living/dining area, an extendable table with cushioned bench seats, a footstool seat and chair just inside the door, with stunning stained glass window depicting the beautiful colours of the Exmoor landscape.

Through an opening to the left is the kitchen area, at the far end of the kitchen a door opens into the shower room. Back to the living area, a door leads through to the downstairs double bedroom.

The downstairs bedroom has lots of small drawer space, a corner cupboard and limited hanging space below a luggage rack accessed by using a step stool for storing empty luggage. The mezzanine bed deck has a large luggage shelf with a rail to keep bags in place. Inside the twin bed deck area there are two small drawers with extra coat hangers which can be hung from the hooks above the luggage shelf.

First Floor Description

A mezzanine level overlooks the living area, where two single beds are located for up to two further guests - accessed via the paddle stairs and step over beam. Please note, the mezzanine twin bedroom has limited head space due to the sloping ceilings.

Other Notes

There is no allocated parking for this property, but you are able to pull up outside for a few minutes to drop off/pick up. Porlock central car park is just a couple of minutes on foot from the property, charges apply 9am to 6pm daily at £6.10 per day or £25 for a week (via the app 'PayByPhone').

Dogs Welcome: Up to two well behaved dogs welcome for £15 each, per booking
Child Friendly
Wi-Fi/Broadband
Open Fire/Multi Fuel Burner
Tourist Attractions:
  • Tropiquaria Zoo: Tropiquaria Animal & Adventure Park, a great day out for adults and children of all ages. Hold a snake or creepie-crawly in the Tropical Hall, visit the amazing puppet show and the aquarium. Outside play for hours on the full-size pirate ships or in the Indoor Play Castle. Visit website
  • Dunster Castle: An ancient castle and comfortable country home with dramatic vistas and subtropical gardens.Dramatically sited on a wooded hill, a castle has existed here since at least Norman times, with an impressive medieval gatehouse and ruined tower giving a reminder of its turbulent history. Visit website
  • West Somerset Railway: It is Britain’s longest “Heritage” Railway running from Bishops Lydeard to the coast at Minehead. There are nine restored stations en route serving a variety of destinations. The railway runs special themed trains throughout the year and large-scale events. Visit website
Eating and Drinking:
  • The Ship Inn: Homemade food using local, fresh produce is served in our bar area daily. Local Real ales and Ciders are served in our bar. Pets are most welcome inside and outside. Visit website
  • Piggy In The Middle: Our restaurant has been established for over 18 years and has been responsible for providing outstanding quality food ever since. Our speciality is in the area of fresh local game, meats and seafood and our regular customers particularly value the friendly ambience. Visit website
Food Stores:
  • Tesco: Online ordering and delivery, located 6 miles away in Minehead. Visit website
  • Cost Cutter: Located in Porlock Visit website
Sporting Attractions and Activities:
  • Minehead & West Somerset GC: Minehead and West Somerset Golf Club is a great classic links course set against the rugged backdrop of the Brendon Hills with captivating sea views. If you're seeking a great round of golf, in a superb location, this is the place. Visit website
  • Burrowhayes Farm Riding: We organise escorted rides of mixed abilities in the glorious Horner Valley and on the open moorland. Everyone can enjoy to the full the beauty of Exmoor with the added thrill of being on horseback. Small children's ponies are available for parents to walk and lead. Visit website