The Old Thatch

Everything you wanted for a self catering accommodation, lovely outside area ,lovely location, walks and local shops ,and lovely food at ship ,and royal oak ,had great relaxing stay cottage lovely, would recommend it for anyone who wants a quiet holiday

Lovely quirky cottage, comfortable, close to amenities and lovely walks

Quality cottage supplied with quality kitchen facilities and utensils.

Being a stone cottage it can feel a little cool and not very light downstairs . The deck is upstairs through the en-suite and could have done with a good clean up following the winter / spring . Parking is tight right outside the front door. Great access to Porlock being central in the village . Porlock Weir is a coy-one of mile so we drove and you will have to pay for parking there .. as you do pretty much anywhere in the local tourist destinations which include Minehead (10 mins) ; Dunster (10 mins) and Lynton / Lynmouth 25 mins up Porlock Hill and fantastic scenic drive.

Lovely property in great location.

Great walks to be had especially to Porlock weir and Bossington. Nice to sit on veranda upstairs and read listening to the stream and birds. Only issue was sink plug in upstairs bathroom needs replacing as does downstairs toilet brush.

We enjoyed a 4 night stay in The Old Thatch.

The property was very clean, warm and quite spacious (the photos don't really do it justice!). The kitchen was adequate for cooking with plenty of cutlery, pots and pans but could have done with a few Pyrex dishes for use with microwave. Lovely upstairs bathroom with shower plus a separate ground floor toilet. There was also a outside roof terrace accessed via the bathroom which was a nice touch. The lounge was very comfortable with a smart tv with most common Apps (Netflix, I player, ITVX etc). Parking outside in front of the property was no issue but could be more of a concern if it was a busier period. We really enjoyed being able to go on several walks straight from the door so didn't move the car that much. There were plenty of eateries in the village if required but our favourite haunt was the outside terrace the Ship Inn (a free house with several local beers) which have views down to the coast. We would not hesitate to to recommend the property to others and would definitely return if holidaying in the area.

The Old Thatch, was very nice.

Only two things to say which would help. There are no directions of how to use the oven, hob provided but not oven it would have been very helpfull. Also we had real problems with the TV and had to have outside help. We contacted the owner on the first day to say the sink plug was stuck down, and the shower fan was not working, they provided help with the TV. Apart from that Porlock and the cottage were perfect.

This is a very well maintained and equipped cottage.

We received help with a TV problem very promptly. Great location in a great village.

Wonderful little cottage in a great location.

This is our second visit here and would happily come again. The only small moan is the settee needs changing, very uncomfortable.

It was a beautiful cottage in a peaceful setting.

..just the place to unwind. We would have loved to be able to meet someone personally and to thank them at the end of our stay, but can understand why the key box is necessary. The facilities in the cottage were perfect, though it took us a while to work out the TV!!

This is a delightful and beautifully presented little cottage.

It was clean and comfortable and situated in a picturesque and vibrant village with many facilities and walks from the door. We greatly enjoyed our stay.

Beautiful cottage set in a lovely part of Porlock.

Cottage was spotlessly clean throughout. Definitely returning next year but hopefully for longer. 10/10.

The old thatch was very well presented with everything you would need and also fantastic location if you have a dog.

The one thing i would say is that the parking needs to be described on the listing, although I've never parked so close to a place before, it wasn't a problem, perhaps some people might like an alternative.

The Old Thatch is finished and equipped to a very high standard.

My wife and I I enjoyed a three night stay and found everything to be as described. It’s in a very quiet location, just a short stroll to all the excellent amenities in Porlock. Highly recommended.

Lovely cottage ideally situated with good facilities and ideal for our dog with a recreation ground across the road and a walking area where we good let our dog off the lead.

The only slight change would be the settie, a bit low with my long legs and not very comfortable.

The cottage had everything we needed.

It was in a perfect area and we were able to park easily. We really enjoyed our stay

The Old Thatch is a wonderful cottage in a great position being close to all the facilities in Porlock and anyone with a dog will be very happy with it being so close to the recreation ground and dog walking field right opposite.

The cottage has everything you could possibly need and is very cosy and more spacious than the photos might show. We loved it.

Excellent standard cottage ideally situated for exploring Exmoor.

A beautiful cottage full of charm and character but with everything you could possibly need during your stay.

The outdoor space was a stunning bonus. I couldn’t have asked for more. I would definitely stay again when in need a of a peaceful space away from home. Thank you for sharing your delightful cottage.

We've just had a fabulous stay at The Old Thatch over Christmas with our two dogs.

The cottage is perfect, and larger than it appears in the photos. Has a well equipped kitchen and powerful shower. The fridge is a little small if you were planning to do a lot of cooking during your stay, but it was fine for our needs. We also loved the glass surrounded roof terrace where you could sit and enjoy the sound of the stream running past the back of the cottage. And to watch the nesting crows in the evening. Quite magical. We parked right outside the door for our stay, but there was other space opposite at the Rec entrance. Incidentally, if you have dogs, take them through the Rec, behind the tennis courts to the right and you will find an enclosed dog walking area with benches and poo bins so you can safely let your dogs off lead without issue. This was invaluable for us as we have one deaf dog and a new puppy with very little recall. The cottage's location is truly excellent, within a few metres of the High Street's shops, cafes and pubs and local hotel. All do food and are dog friendly. The local butchers are really good, with locally sourced produce. And if you love antiques and pets, the Pets and Ossibilities shop is a must! We noted a previous review from October mentioned the cottage wasn't ideal for dogs owners in wet weather due to the cream carpets throughout. That was actually a really helpful comment as we then came equipped. We took a plastic dust sheet with us*, which we spread from the inside steps across the first part of the carpet. And then used a couple of dog travel panels to fence that area in, effectively making a small paw drying / muddy boots space right inside the front door. Worked a treat for the entire break. Also having travel barrier helped as the door opens straight onto the lane (albeit a very quiet one) but for peace of mind, we found it really helped. *There is a very good home and hardware shop in the village where you can purchase a dust sheet if you didn't bring one. Great dogs walks in the immediate area down to The Saltmarshes and Porlock Weir, with more dog friendly businesses including the sister pub to The Top Ship in the village; The Bottom Ship, which also does food. Only slight issue was the wifi signal wasn't the best so was quite slow at times. However, that wasn't an issue for us as we were on a break from the real world! But if you were working online you may find it frustrating. But overall, we loved every minute of our stay at The Old Thatch, and the people of Porlock are incredibly friendly and helpful, so we would highly recommend at stay there.

Absolutely fantastic little cottage, location is wonderful and for 2 adults it’s perfect.

On that basis I have given it the highest rating. We had 2 dogs with us and wouldn’t recommend it as suitable for dogs in a wet October as the only door into the cottage is immediately off the road onto a light coloured carpet, it was stressful making sure the dogs were clean and dry enough to go back in each time they were taken out, which was every time they needed the toilet due to there being no garden. This is all in the information before you book but I think as it’s offered as suitable for dogs I didn’t really think it through. If we wanted to visit without the dogs I wouldn’t hesitate in choosing The Old Hatch as everything else about it is faultless.

A beautiful, comfortable cottage in a great location.

The property was spotless and clearly had been recently updated with a new kitchen and decorating.

Lovely linen and comfortable bed. Great position close to village and recreation field great for walking dog. Even able to park our small car outside. Only areas for improvement . TV reception pretty dire as hardly any signal, could only get a couple of channels and WiFi poor ( I know some rural areas have this issue) . Visitor information book scant . Would like to see more info and a bit friendlier for guest ( cooker instructions unhelpful as had to work it out myself. Just seemed unwelcoming and impersonal) Would have been nice to have had a few extra bits in kitchen eg bin bags, foil and a few more utensils ( all found in other Sykes cottages). Overall a lovely cottage just needs a more few welcoming touches. One final point a little mind your head sign on outside door area ( my husband who’s only 5’8” banged and cut his head several times)

Amazing property, everthing you could want.

I would definately promote the showering facilties, they were fantastic compared to other properties we viewed online. Could do with a bigger fridge. The doors on the existing fridge could be hung on the opposite side for easier access. (10 minute job) A little fold away clothes airer would be useful. A larger sofa would have been nice and more comfortable. A few hooks under stairs might be an idea. The above are not criticisms, merely suggestions. Beautiful cottage set in idyllic surroundings. We wouldn't hesitate to book again.

We really enjoyed our stay in this little cottage.

Very peaceful. Everything you might need in the kitchen. Could do with a step stool to reach the freezer maybe? The bed was very comfortable, the upstairs outdoor area was quirky unfortunately we weren't able to sit out because it rained but the location is ideal for dog owners just over the road from a beautiful recreation ground with its own dog field. We will definitely be returning.

Lovely stay in a fabulous location.

Would definitely stay again. Porlock is perfect and so much to do locally. Small points? The kitchen tap needs fixing down, the front door needs adjusting and the bedroom needs blackout curtains or the streetlight off at night. None of these would stop us returning though.

Great place to stay loved it!

Sadly couldn’t complete the guest book as I didn’t have a pen with me, but would definitely return.

Lovely little cottage in a picture postcard village.

Cottage is positioned in the centre of the village so brilliant for local shops and 3 pubs. Great position overlooking the recreation ground where we could walk our 2 dogs. Loved the roof terrace and listening to the small stream behind the cottage.

The cottage was very comfortable and suited our needs for a most enjoyable stay.

The equipment was of a high standard, as was the cleanliness. Would recommend this property.

Only problem we had was the bedroom door and the kitchen door would not close and lock properly Also the wi fi did not work no matter what we tried and the tv signal was rather erratic

Could not get the “usual” TV programs Maybe a rubber strip on door frame from upstairs balcony as it is likely that you will bang your head as you come back into the shower room/we Parking is a very real problem Property generally very nice and peaceful

The perfect little cottage close to the centre of Porlock ideal for our requirements for a peaceful weekend / New Year.

It’s clear during its recent renovation lots of attention has been paid to ensuring everything has been done to a high standard and is in place to make it a home from home feel. Will definitely consider rebooking when we want to stay in the area again

It exceeded our wildest expectations in every respect from the moment we stepped in !

Owners had spared no expense refurbishing it to the highest standards ! Exquisite furnishings, new sparkling kitchen appliances, cutlery, crockery, saucepans, frying pans, ultra modern induction hob, oven, toilet downstairs with wash hand basin, a very comfortable double bedroom upstairs with clean linen, towels etc., nice and cosy everywhere! From the bedroom upstairs, a most luxurious, spacious bathroom with a fantastic shower, separate wash hand basin, fitted electric toothbrush charger, if that is not enough, open another to door to a veranda protected by a secure railings to relax listening to sound of a clean, fast running stream! Very generous supply of toilet paper, paper towels, etc etc. Even clean towels for the two house trained pet dogs ! Step outside, a recreation ground with footpaths to walk the dogs. Owners Mr Alan and wife, Carolin McKay were easily contactable and helpful to answer any queries. Local people are very cultured, friendly and helpful and so are the motorists, never did anyone toot at me when I was hesitant wondering which way to turn to guide ourselves unlike the South East of England or where we live in Llandysul, Carmarthenshire ! I bet the Police have a relaxed time not having to worry about crime or accidents! I shared it with our Police Officer who would be envious! Local village centre is walking distance with a magnificent church, beautifully lit up with Christmas lights! Fancy a Chinese takeaway/restaurant ? Just 5 miles in Minehead at Golden House which we enjoyed thoroughly! We would stay at the Old Thatch again and again !