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The Stable Block, Porlock Weir

Cottage in Minehead with balcony and fireplace

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Exterior
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Interior
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, Internet, bed sheets
Interior
Near the picturesque Porlock Weir, The Stable Block offers a luxurious retreat for couples. Enjoy modern comforts in the open-plan living area and well-equipped kitchen, with a dishwasher and comfortable dining space. From the juliette balcony of your fabulous bedroom, take in views of Porlock Bay while relaxing amidst shared garden surroundings.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Stable Block, Porlock Weir

Property Summary
The Stable Block offers comfortable accommodation for couples seeking a luxurious getaway, just a stone's throw from beautiful Porlock Weir. This cottage boasts a fabulous bedroom from where you admire the wonderful views of the terrace, garden and Porlock Bay from the juliette balcony.

Main Description
Downstairs an open-plan living and kitchen area provides a range of modern conveniences to make your stay as comfortable as possible. There is a dining table for meals, although you may choose to take advantage of the views and eat outdoors during the summer months.

Sleeps 2
Open plan sitting room/dining room
Well equipped kitchen with dishwasher
Stunning view of Porlock Bay from the bedroom balcony!
Shower over bath
Garden (shared with The Coach House)
Secure off-road parking for one car
Wireless broadband
Towels and linen provided
Electricity included
Dogs welcome (2 max) for £15 supplement per dog
A short walk from Porlock Weir
Grocery shops only 1.5 miles
Arrive from 2 pm
Depart by 10 am

The Stable Block is adjoined to The Coach House, another holiday property, which also sleeps 2 guests.

The Stable Block is strictly non-smoking.

The property will be ready from 2 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.

Indoor Description
The Stable Block kitchen is fitted with dishwasher, fridge-freezer, electric combi-oven/microwave and ceramic hob. Other equipment includes toaster, kettle, cafetiere, a variety of kitchen utensils, cutlery, crockery and glasses. Note, the kitchen was refitted in 2020 and there is no washing machine now.

A television (with Netflix), and CD player is provided in the living room and wireless broadband is available throughout the property. (Does not include DVD player, June 2023)

Electricity and heating costs are included in the price of your accommodation. The Stable Block has underfloor heating which is controlled by a thermostat and can be adjusted to suit your preferences. There is also a wood burner in the living area; kindling, matches and one basket of logs will be provided. Additional logs can be purchased from the hardware shop in Porlock.

Bed linen, duvets, blankets and towels are provided for your convenience, but please bring your own beach towels if you wish to take towels with you on day trips.

A small amount of tea, coffee, sugar, milk and biscuits are provided to ensure you can have a hot drink as soon as you arrive. There may also be other non-perishable items like a salt, pepper and a few herbs or spices available.

Cleaning materials such as washing up liquid, dishwasher tablets, and surface cleaner will be present in the property. One or two toilet rolls will be provided.

Outdoor Description
The Stable Block and The Coach House (another holiday property next door, sleeps 2) share a private garden. There is a table and chairs in the garden (down a few steps) for guests. As The Coach House has its owner's private decking area, the guests who choose The Stable Block tend to have the garden themselves. There are two patio terrace areas where you can sit to enjoy the view.


Parking
Secure off-road parking for one car is available directly outside the property, this courtyard is shared by The Stable Block and The Coach House (one parking space for each property).
This property doesn't have an EV charging facility. There are several public charging points in Minehead, and also in the Central Car Park in Porlock.

Pets Description
Dogs are welcome by prior arrangement (maximum of 2). A supplementary fee of £15 will be added to your invoice per dog. Please do not allow your dogs to sit on the furniture or upstairs. Sorry, cats are not permitted at the property.

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
Some decorations will be added downstairs over the festive period.

The region
The harbour is the 'centre' of Porlock Weir, which is less than 1/4 mile from The Stable Block. There are two restaurants (The Cafe and Miller's at the Anchor), a pub (all three are dog-friendly) and a range of individual shops such as tea rooms, Exmoor Glass, etc.

The village of Porlock is approximately 1.5 miles from The Stable Block and boasts three pubs, two grocery shops, a traditional local butcher, chemist, cash machine, hardware shop, visitor centre and a range of independent restaurants, shops and tea rooms.

Many of the shops in Porlock Weir and Porlock are open during traditional hours of 9 am to 5 pm, although hours are often extended during the summer season. Conversely, some shops also reduce their opening hours out of season.

Minehead is the nearest town, approximately 7 miles from The Stable Block. Here you will find the larger supermarkets and petrol stations (Tesco and Morrison's are both situated on the outskirts of the town and have longer opening hours), most major high street banks with cash machines, plus a range of other shops throughout the town.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Food and drink

  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

Stable Block Sleeps 2 Exmoor National Park Sea Views House
Stable Block Sleeps 2 Exmoor National Park Sea Views
Stable Block Sleeps 2 Exmoor National Park Sea Views House
Stable Block Sleeps 2 Exmoor National Park Sea Views House
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About the area

Map
Porlock Weir, Somerset

What's nearby

  • South West Coast Path Section 1 Trailhead - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Porlock Weir Harbour - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Exmoor Adventures - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Exmoor National Park - 12 min drive - 12.9 km
  • Bossington Beach - 14 min drive - 4.7 km

Getting around

  • Minehead Station - 22 min drive
  • Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 176 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Royal Oak - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Ship Inn - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Ship Inn - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪County Gate Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Castle - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Stable Block, Porlock Weir pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Stable Block, Porlock Weir?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Stable Block, Porlock Weir?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Stable Block, Porlock Weir located?

Situated in Minehead, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Porlock Weir Harbour and South West Coast Path Section 1 Trailhead. Greencombe Gardens and Dovery Manor Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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The Stable Block, Porlock Weir Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 58 out of 79 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 79 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 79 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 79 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 79 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

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10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

Lovely location for walking with dog. Our second stay here. The Wierfest weekend at The Ship Inn add

Lovely location for walking with dog. Our second stay here. The Wierfest weekend at The Ship Inn added bonus
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10/10 Excellent

Edda P.

We enjoyed our stay very much. The Stable Block is a pretty little cottage with fantastic views of t

We enjoyed our stay very much. The Stable Block is a pretty little cottage with fantastic views of the garden and the sea.
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10/10 Excellent

Lynda H.

The setting was great -could be in the Mediterranean and the rooms were perfect for a couple. A real

The setting was great -could be in the Mediterranean and the rooms were perfect for a couple. A real hideaway place.
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10/10 Excellent

Vivien T.

Great walks Great local pub and noodles takeaway

Great walks Great local pub and noodles takeaway
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8/10 Good

Geoff S.

So beautiful, we have to keep going back!

So beautiful, we have to keep going back!
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10/10 Excellent

Paul A.

The views from the property were stunning . Wonderful walks from the door .

The views from the property were stunning . Wonderful walks from the door .
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10/10 Excellent

John G.

Great little place, very clean with everything we needed in a gorgeous location. Parking a little

Great little place, very clean with everything we needed in a gorgeous location. Parking a little tight if both properties are occupied and both have large cars.
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10/10 Excellent

Dawn T.

We will definately be coming again the cottage was beautiful, the views were stunning, the locals we

We will definately be coming again the cottage was beautiful, the views were stunning, the locals were friendly and made you feel very welcome and Exmoor and Somerset has such amazing costal walks that were specular and totally breath taking views
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8/10 Good

Jackie O.

Lovely bedroom with sea view and we'll equipped throughout.

Lovely bedroom with sea view and we'll equipped throughout.

10/10 Excellent

Phil H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect getaway

A perfect haven to get refreshed. The views from the bedroom were stunning and whenever we came ‘home’ we had the doors open to maximise the experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Nina O.

A really lovely cottage with amazing views across Porlock Bay. Cosy downstairs area with fireplace a

A really lovely cottage with amazing views across Porlock Bay. Cosy downstairs area with fireplace and a clean and well equipped kitchenette. Upstairs a big comfy bed with the best views to wake up to! Good bathroom too. Location is very peaceful and quiet.
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8/10 Good

Laurie G.

Really enjoyed our stay at the Stable Block. Stunning views of the coastline from the terrace and b

Really enjoyed our stay at the Stable Block. Stunning views of the coastline from the terrace and bedroom. Well appointed Luxury bedroom with quality bed and Juliette balcony was a stand out feature. The kitchen/ living area had Everything you needed. We liked the comfy reclining sofa. Finally the lovely enclosed garden and terrace was perfect for us and the security our dog.
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10/10 Excellent

Yvonne H.

Very cosy accommodation and well situated for coastal, moorland and woodland walks, as well as visit

Very cosy accommodation and well situated for coastal, moorland and woodland walks, as well as visiting delightful villages and towns. It's great to see an old building renovated to a well-ordered holiday home, perfect for a couple. Great place to relax. A lovely find. We took the advice of another reviewer and took folding chairs with us to sit and admire the view from the bedroom. In the summer, it must be lovely to sit with the folding doors open just watching the sea and the beach.
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4/10 Poor

Ann M.

What could have been a perfect holiday was ruined by car parking and an unusable oven. If you have a

What could have been a perfect holiday was ruined by car parking and an unusable oven. If you have a large car don’t go there. Views from bedroom wonderful. Proximity to Porlock Weir great for pub, hotel and artisan shops.
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10/10 Excellent

Alice F.

Wow. What a find! We absolutely loved our stay and will definitely be returning to the Stables. I re

Wow. What a find! We absolutely loved our stay and will definitely be returning to the Stables. I really enjoyed drinking my morning tea in bed watching the sea out the bedroom balcony doors! It was incredibly relaxing. The pub, cafe and beach are just a short walk down the hill (and all great). The coastal path runs along the beach at the bottom of the hill too and we walked in both directions which were really different to each other. We loved it! A lovely autumn coastal break and the Stables was perfect. We've already been recommending this place to friends and we will be coming back!
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8/10 Good

Richard H.

The view from the bedroom window over the sea is superb. You can see right across the water to Wales

The view from the bedroom window over the sea is superb. You can see right across the water to Wales if the weather is clear. The gardens are lovely. The bed is very comfortable and coupled with the views, which can be seen from the bed makes it a lovely experience. The downside is that the vehicular access to the property is 'challenging' to say the least. The lane outside is very narrow and the gates are also narrow. I struggled to get my VW Golf in without hitting something and I know the other guests in the other property (who also had a Golf) had the same issue, so it's not just me. I don't know whether you would be able to get a bigger car in.
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4/10 Poor

PHIL G.

Very disappointing, lovely venue, but not comfortable, the sofa was uncomfortable your bottom disap

Very disappointing, lovely venue, but not comfortable, the sofa was uncomfortable your bottom disappeared into a hole and immediately hurt your back, could not use, had to sit on dining chairs all week which were so hard and very wobbly, need urgent attention, the duvet was so short on the bed, had to go 3ft down the bed to just get covered, mattress was not comfortable, the net curtains in the bedroom were yellow from staining. The heating could not be overridden so we we were really cold all week, only enough logs for one evening, the shower slider was very loose and the bath was taped because it had a crack the TV in the bed was useless, could not change the volume or channel no matter what you did, all very dated. overall its not about customers comfort. We came home early as we could not stand it a minute longer.
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10/10 Excellent

Fiona W.

Cottage had everything you needed in the kitchen. Love the fantastic views, location is perfect.

Cottage had everything you needed in the kitchen. Love the fantastic views, location is perfect. Thanks for the milk and bottle of wine.
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10/10 Excellent

Helen B.

A wonderful cottage with stunning views across the water to Wales. It was such a peaceful location a

A wonderful cottage with stunning views across the water to Wales. It was such a peaceful location and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
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10/10 Excellent

Deric H.

Excellent location for touring Exmoor, comfortable, cosy, close to public.

Excellent location for touring Exmoor, comfortable, cosy, close to public.
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10/10 Excellent

Russell A.

Great location with stunning views, we will return!

Great location with stunning views, we will return!
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10/10 Excellent

Mike W.

This place is an absolute Gem, highly recommended, cannot wait to return in the near future.

This place is an absolute Gem, highly recommended, cannot wait to return in the near future.
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10/10 Excellent

Patrick A.

This really is one of the best places we’ve ever stayed. Top spec equipment and wonderful location

This really is one of the best places we’ve ever stayed. Top spec equipment and wonderful location.
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8/10 Good

Gina H.

Opening the curtains to reveal the panorama across the sea towards Wales was amazing, a pity we coul

Opening the curtains to reveal the panorama across the sea towards Wales was amazing, a pity we couldn't take advantage and open the doors of the juliet balcony....too cold! Lovely to cosy down in the evenings with the wood burner blazing. Glorious walks on Exmoor. A little investigation revealed all information required and yes, the oven is a little difficult initially. A steel is provided for sharpening knives. Otherwise all mod cons.
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10/10 Excellent

Elena D.

The stable block is amazingly cozy and functional! It's a great place to stay with a magnificent sea

The stable block is amazingly cozy and functional! It's a great place to stay with a magnificent sea view. It is also an excellent starting point for walks in Exmoor. I definitely recommended it and would love to go back.