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 a dishwasher, fridge-freezer, electric combi-oven/microwave and ceramic hob. Other equipment includes a toaster, kettle, cafetière, and a variety of kitchen utensils, cutlery, crockery and glasses. Please note the kitchen was refitted in 2020 and does not include a washing machine.
A television (with Netflix) and CD player are provided in the living room, and wireless broadband is available throughout the property. A DVD player is not included.

Electricity and heating costs are included in the price of your accommodation. The Stable Block has underfloor heating controlled by a thermostat, which can be adjusted to suit your preferences. There is also a wood burner in the living area.

Logs: Logs for the wood burner can be added to your booking at checkout (£10). Kindling and matches are provided. If you'd like additional logs during your stay, please contact us and we can arrange delivery.
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 welcome pack including tea, coffee, sugar, milk and biscuits is provided to ensure you can enjoy a hot drink as soon as you arrive. There may also be other non-perishable items such as salt, pepper and a few herbs or spices available.

Cleaning materials including washing up liquid, dishwasher tablets and surface cleaner will be present in the property. Toilet rolls are also 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.