Holmdale, Porlock
ID: S366662
- Bedrooms 5
- ・ Sleeps 13
- ・ Pets No
Guests say
Holmdale in Porlock is a spacious and well-equipped cottage praised for its cleanliness, comfortable furnishings, and excellent location. Guests appreciate the large kitchen, ample bathrooms, and thoughtful touches like a welcome basket. The proximity to local amenities and attractions, alongside the character and charm of the property, make it a highly recommended stay, despite some mentions of traffic noise.
Guests consistently note the property's cleanliness upon arrival and the ease of maintaining it during their stay, indicating high standards of hygiene and tidiness.
The cottage's location is frequently praised for its convenience to local shops, pubs, and attractions. However, some guests mention traffic noise as a downside.
Reviewers find the beds comfortable and the house spacious, with plenty of room for large groups and families, contributing to a relaxing stay.
The property is well-appointed with a large kitchen, AGA, washing machine, dryer, and multiple bathrooms. Some guests suggest bringing additional supplies like washing up liquid and toilet paper.
Guests are delighted by the welcome basket and the provision of toys, books, and DVDs for children. It is politely noted that such gifts, while appreciated, may vary and are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
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.
Accommodation
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.
Nearby points of interest
- Exmoor National Park
- Lynton and Lynmouth Cliff Railway
- Torre Cider Farm
- Exmoor Zoo
Reviews (24)
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Nina H.
The house is perfect for a large family or friends gathering. Comfy beds, great linen and really good showers. It was great having a bath for the little ones too. The kitchen is well equipped but fir us the best room was the dinning room. Perfect for Christmas dinner and lots of Christmas games.
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Carol G.
We found this property idea for a family get together to celebrate my 70th birthday. Plenty of room and very welcoming. We had a family photograph taken as part of the celebrations and the lounge was a lovely room to have as a back drop. Very central for Exmoor attractions and walking. Porlock villa.... We found this property idea for a family get together to celebrate my 70th birthday. Plenty of room and very welcoming. We had a family photograph taken as part of the celebrations and the lounge was a lovely room to have as a back drop. Very central for Exmoor attractions and walking. Porlock village is lovely too. Celebrated my birthday with a meal at the Ship Inn next door, the food was lovely
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Claire S.
Beautiful home with everything you could need, we stayed for a family get together and it was perfect - everyone loved it! Everything was super clean, lovely big fluffy towels and cosy bedding. The guys in the group went on a mountain biking tour with Exmoor Adventures and had the BEST time, would.... Beautiful home with everything you could need, we stayed for a family get together and it was perfect - everyone loved it! Everything was super clean, lovely big fluffy towels and cosy bedding. The guys in the group went on a mountain biking tour with Exmoor Adventures and had the BEST time, would highly recommend those guys, whilst the rest of us walked over to Horner to the lovely tea rooms there. We had dinner in the Ship pub one evening which was also very nice. We are hoping to make our get together an annual thing and everyone is keen to return to this house, highly recommend!