Porlock Vale House

Rating
Sleeps 30
Bedrooms 15
Bathrooms 15
Pets Yes
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Features

Off road parking
Open fire
Smoke-free
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Games Room
Seaside
Broadband / WiFi

Mrs Elliott
December 2019

“Fantastic location and an excellent place for a reunion.”
Mrs Harrison October 2019

“This was a great house for a family get together.”

The kitchen was well equipped for cooking large family meals. There was a problem in some rooms with cluster flies which was annoying for some. The hotel and pub at Porlock weir is within walking distance and serves excellent food. Lots for the children to do in the local area.
anilhaji September 2019

“Magnificent large holiday house”

My friends and I do a large group holiday every year and have tried a number of large houses around the UK. This is one of the very best - 15 terrific en-suite rooms, one of the most well-appointed kitchens we've ever found and five minutes from the beach. And just to add to the quality, we accidentally left a few items behind and they were posted back by the owners in a couple of days. Absolutely top-notch if you're looking for a self-catering house in the Porlock area.
Mrs Gilbert August 2019

“Porlock Vale House was amazing, plenty of room for our family group of 28.”

Beds were very comfortable, showers good, house spotlessly clean. We did not need to use our cars, we had shopping delivered, walked to the beach, went on lovely walks, loved the gardens, there was plenty of outdoor seating, enabling us to have most meals outside. On the only completely wet day we lit the log fire and thoroughly enjoyed that as well!
Mrs Ward June 2019

“For a group like ours the facilities and location are lovely.”

As this is our second holiday I think that speaks for itself.
Mrs Peart February 2019

“We had the most wonderful weekend at this beautiful property.”

Thank you
Mrs Stringer December 2018

“We had a lovely holiday thank you.”

The house is the absolute perfect location for a Christmas break; full of atmosphere, cosy, but big enough for a large party to not be on top of each other all of the time. The kitchen was fully equipped and easily facilitated all of our catering needs. All of the bedrooms were spacious and comfortable. The bar was an absolute highlight. Would definitely come back again.
Mr Davies August 2018

“A fantastic place for a big family/ friends get together, lovely house & garden, with beautiful surroundings, nice pubs etc close by within walking distance .”

The staff on hand were very helpful & pleasant. Hope to return for the 3rd time at some point!
Mrs Charlton August 2018

“The location of the property was very peaceful with lovely scenery.”

Each bedroom barring one had lovely views. The staff we met were very kind and helpful and we found the property clean and nothing was too much trouble. Excellent.
Mr Barrone August 2018

“The only problem is the stones on the beach and you can not do anything about them.”

We loved sitting on the verandah eating breakfast and watching the sea. Plausibly the seats there could be better but that is a minor irrelevance. the children loved running around the grounds. in front of us.
Mrs O'Leary July 2018

“We had an amazing time at Porlock Vale House.”

We were a party of 20 for a family reunion and the house worked out perfectly for us, especially every room having its own en suite, the kitchen was well equipped, the beds comfortable and the views from the house were absolutely incredible. The children in our party especially enjoyed seeing the horses and cows in the adjoining fields and being able to run around and play in the extensive grounds. The owner and his staff were extremely helpful in suggesting things to do and especially recommending a caterer for our special celebration. Thanks to Helpful Holidays for making everything run so smoothly from initial inquiry to booking.
Mrs Brown April 2018

“We are a group of Scottish dancers ages up to eighty ,there is comfort in the house, any problems we had were dealt with with good grace and speed the grounds are beautiful the beds very comfortable and the house is always warm.”

Porlock weir though tiny is worth a visit as is dunster and mine head. We all enjoyed our visit and intend to return next year
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The property

About a lane-mile from Porlock, a magnificent house dating from the 19th cent., hugely enlarged by generations of the wealthy as a hunting lodge.

Exquisitely positioned with a superb wooded backdrop looking out over the sea as the coast circles gently round to the small picturesque harbour of Porlock Weir.

Twelve acres of grounds and gardens surround the house, full of mature trees, huge lawns (croquet, play area), small stream and rhododendrons, all managed as a wildlife habitat.

Wisteria cascades from the verandah, with the pebbly beach (excellent surfing for experts) only 250 yards' walk away across two fields.Inside, a wonderful mix of comfort, elegance and space.

Curving drive to heavy oak front door to slate-floored porch (for boots/coats).

Inner hall opening to beamed living room with leather chairs and handsome fireplace (woodburner).

Off this room, a wood-panelled bar (glasses provided, bring your bottles), a rather splendid loo and two more living rooms, one suiting youngsters with TV/DVD, children's snooker table, table football, and one elegant with French windows to the terrace (barbecue), TV and terrific views - just right for evening drinks.

Dining room with big bay window and same brilliant views.

Large, functional kitchen with efficient commercial gas cooker, domestic gas cooker, two dishwashers, washer-drier, microwave, freezer, commercial fridge and access to large terrace.Lovely sweeping staircase up to the first floor and eight bedrooms - four double (two with 5' beds, one with 6' bed), four twin, all with either en suite shower-room (suite) or bathroom (suite).More stairs (stairgates) up to the second floor and seven more bedrooms, all with either en suite bathroom (suite) or shower-room (suite), many with terrific views - four double (three with 5' beds), a twin, a single, and a room with three singles.Professional catering available.

The friendly owners live on site and are happy to advise on the best walks.

Pretty pub, 1 mile.

Damages Deposit £500.

Arrival after 4pm.

Groups with more children than adults not permitted.

A superb family house. Porlock Vale: stunningly beautiful, romantic area with some of the best and most varied landscape of the Exmoor National Park, extending from Dunkery Beacon (highest point) to the sea and encompassing many picture-postcard villages, the largest being Porlock at the seaward end.

Wonderful walking and pony-trekking.

Floorplans

2nd Floor1st FloorGround Floor

Summary

Over three levels
Eight first floor bedrooms: 4 x double (two king size, one super king), 4 x twin, all with en suite bathroom or shower room
Seven second floor bedrooms: 4 x double (three king size), 1x twin, 1 x single, 1 x family room with three single beds, all with en suite bathroom or shower room
Ground floor hall
Three sitting rooms, one with wood burning stove
Bar
Dining room
Kitchen.
Central heating with wood burning stove(Wood Supplied) Microwave, fridge, freezer, washer-dryer, dishwasher, TV with DVD, WiFi, Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Cot and highchair available on request, Off road parking for 16 cars
Barbecue (Gas Supplied)
Outdoor table tennis, Croquet, Boulles
Two well-behaved dogs welcome, Sorry no smoking
Pub less than 1 mile from property
Note: Check-in time 4pm
Note: Groups with more children than adults are not permitted.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £500.

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About the location

PORLOCK VALE

Porlock is a quaint village, popular with tourists due its character, proximity to the lovely North Somerset coastline and situation within the Exmoor National Park. There are plenty of little gift shops along with pubs, cafes and restaurants to be found and only two miles away, the picturesque harbour of Porlock Weir offers wonderful views across the Bristol Channel

Note: Groups with more children than adults are not permitted.

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Porlock Vale House

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Features

“Fantastic location and an excellent place for a reunion.”

“This was a great house for a family get together.”

“Magnificent large holiday house”