Dog-friendly Porlock and around

The Mandala is a place to eat in Porlock. It is listed here so you know it is there, but we have not yet established whether dogs are welcome — so there is no verdict on this page and no stamp. If it is your business, claim the page and tell us, and we will stamp it.

Set in the beautiful Exmoor National Park this cottage is the ideal base to explore Exmoor s glorious moorland countryside paddle in the clear meandering streams and sunbathe on the wonderful sandy beaches of Devon and West Somerset. With views over the Barle valley wild red deer grazing from the neighbouring woods and Exmoor ponies in the fields next door it is a wonderful tranquil place to relax. The coast to the North at Porlock and Minehead (with a steam railway) is within a 20min drive with wonderful long sandy beaches to be found further west at Woolacombe and Saunton Sands. These beaches are particularly popular with families for swimming and surfing. This is an ideal spot for all the family to be based with plenty of places to walk and explore Exmoor as well as many children s activity centres zoos wildlife centres horse riding golfing and fishing. Only 3 miles away is the vibrant little town of Dulverton which has pubs restaurants tearooms a small supermarket delicatessen bakery butchers Doctors and pharmacy. A short drive can also be taken to discover the picturesque Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty the Blackdown Hills and the Quantock Hills. The Cottage has Wifi and Freesat TV. Amenities: Bed linen towels electric Free WiFi and night storage heating included. The property is supplied with water from a spring 2 dogs welcome. Location: beach 20 miles shop and pub 3 miles. The detached barn situated on one floor offers ONE bedroom with king-size bed TV with Freeview and DVD for those lazy mornings and views over the Barle Valley. Bathroom: with shower over bath and WC. Lounge/kitchen/diner: the living area also has views out over the Barle Valley with feature wood panelling and woodburner effect electric fire flatscreen Freesat TV DVD and plenty of books. Kitchen area equipped with an electric oven hob combination microwave fridge with small freezer compartment and dishwasher. Washer/dryer located in hallway. Outside: unattached enclosed private garden beyond the parking area. There is also a small open patio area with garden table and chairs directly outside the property. Need to know: 1 bedroom king size bed, Freeview TV and DVD. 1 bathroom shower over bath and WC. Kitchen area equipped with an electric oven, hob, combination microwave, dishwasher, fridge with small freezer compartment, microwave and coffee machine. Washer/dryer located in hallway. Flat screen Freesat TV, DVD and plenty of books. Wood burner effect electric fire. Travel cot and high chair available. Complimentary Bathrobes and slippers. Complimentary toiletries. A detached barn. The property is supplied with water from a spring. Lounge/kitchen/diner area. Night storage heating. Situated on one floor. Private garden and enclosed area separate from the cottage, just across the car park area. Use of a communal garden area. Small open patio area with garden table and chairs directly outside the property. Private parking space immediately outside the cottage . A welcome gift for guests. Arrival hampers or celebration packages are available at an additional cost, please ask for details. Massage and beauty treatments offered (subject to availability and bookings) at an additional charge. Sweet treats for every occasion by LJB Bakes & Cakes incl. cupcakes, brownies and cup bouquets available to pre order at an additional cost. Beach 20 miles, shop and pub 3 miles. If you wish to charge an electric car please note a charge of 30 will need to be paid upon arrival directly to the owner.

This magnificent property is a short drive from the seaside towns of Lynton Lynmouth Porlock and Minehead and only 40 minutes to Woolacombe and Putsborough beaches all waiting to be explored. Excellent coastal walks especially through the Valley of the Rocks from Heddons Mouth to Woody Bay and along the top of Countisbury Hill. Attractions close by include the National Trust properties at Dunster Arlington Court and Knighthayes Court and at Minehead Somerwest World (Butlins) West Somerset Steam Railway and nearby the pretty town of Dulverton. There is a public footpath down a track next to the barns which is a great short cut to the pub a 5-minute stroll away (a torch is necessary in the evenings and it can get slippery when wet). This substantial period home is in the heart of Exmoor with its own gated entrance and shared driveway to the stable yard and farm. It offers amazing views from all the rooms. The area is renowned for some of the most picturesque countryside in the South West with excellent walking riding and shooting. On arrival guests enter via the rear utility/boot room which includes a washing machine and spare fridge. A more impressive entrance can be gained through the front door which has a reception area which proceeds into the lounge to comfortably sits 14 and has a TV/DVD woodburner (some logs included) and great country views. Next door the separate elegant wood panelled dining room offering ample seating sofas comfy chairs and open fire (some logs included) The dining table seats up to 12 but additional tables and chairs has enabled 20 sit down to dinner. The well equipped kitchen has an electric oven and gas hob large fridge/ freezer (ice maker/dispenser) dishwasher microwave and is adjoined by a Breakfast area seating 8 which opens out to terrace. In addition Children s playroom with toys Wii games console PS2 TV/DVD Sonos bridge (bring your own Sonos speakers) books and board games just off the lounge. The middle floor has a spacious landing area with seating. 1 super king-size with a single bed and a dressing room with ample space for a Z bed (provided but only set up on request) and en-suite bathroom: with spa bath separate shower and WC. Twin room with 2 zip-and-links (which can be made into 1 double on request) 1 double with en-suite shower room and WC and 1 triple bunk bedroom (double on bottom with single on top). These latter two rooms share a bathroom with shower over the bath and WC. The downstairs play room can be set up to provide an eighth double room if required (provided but only set up on request). There are 2 further WC s on the ground floor. On the top floor en-suite (with spa bath and shower) zip-and-link made up as king size (singles on request) with an additional single futon if required 1 double and 1 restricted access double which is reached from one side. Both these double rooms share a large bathroom which offers a large corner bath wc and separate shower. Outside: Gardens can best be seen from the terrace with its balustrades and steps leading down to the extensive lawns. The terrace has a large outside table which seats 10 and lounge seating and cushions (which should be stored in boxes overnight). There is a charcoal bbq available in the summer (guests to provide charcoal and leave clean). Amenities: ample parking. Bed linen towels electric central heating and wi-fi included. Regret no smoking. 4 dogs welcome to live downstairs only. Additional info: the property is on a working farm which is set away from the house. A tennis court is available for guest to use on request located across the road from property (guests to bring own equipment). Guests are welcoming to explore horse riding lessons which could be arrange (or livery can be arranged to bring your own horses) all are on request direct to the owner. Location: beach 13 miles Post Office and pub less than 1 mile. It is important to note that if you require the extra put me-up-beds you must bring your own linen and towels but pillows and duvets are provided. Need to know: Friday to Friday and long weekends accepted during the off peak season, please call to enquire. 8 bedrooms. 1 super king size with a single bed with ample space for a Z bed (provided but only set up on request). 1 twin room with 2 zip and links (which can be made into 1 double on request). 1 triple bunk bedroom (double on bottom with single on top). 2 double rooms, 1 restricted access double which is reached from one side. 1 zip and link made up as king size (singles on request) with an additional single futon if required.. The ground floor play room can be set up to provide an eighth double room, if required (provided but only set up on request). Kitchen with electric oven and gas hob, large fridge/ freezer (with ice maker/dispenser), dishwasher and microwave. Lounge with TV/DVD and wood burner (first basket of logs included). Dining room with open fire (some logs included). Spacious landing area with seating on first floor. Breakfast area adjoining the kitchen, seating 8. Children s playroom with toys, Wii games console, PS2, TV/DVD, Sonos bridge (bring your own Sonos speakers) books and board games. Utility/boot room which includes a washing machine and spare fridge. Reception area. 1 bathroom with shower over the bath and WC shared between 2 rooms. 1 large bathroom with large corner bath, WC and separate shower, shared by 2 double bedrooms. 1 en suite bathroom with spa bath, separate shower and WC. 1 en suite shower room with WC. 1 en suite spa bath and shower 2. WCs on the ground floor. Extensive lawns. Terrace with large outside table. Charcoal BBQ available in the summer (guests to provide charcoal and leave clean). A tennis court is available for guest to use on request, located across the road from property (guests to bring own equipment). Electric, central heating and Wi Fi included. The property is on a working farm which is set away from the house. Guests are welcoming to enjoy horse riding lessons, which can be arranged (or livery can be arranged to bring your own horses); all are on request, direct to the owner. Beach 13 miles. Post Office and pub less than 1 mile. Please note that if you require the extra put me up beds you must bring your own linen and towels, but pillows and duvets are provided.

Sea View is a place to stay in Porlock. It is listed here so you know it is there, but we have not yet established whether dogs are welcome — so there is no verdict on this page and no stamp. If it is your business, claim the page and tell us, and we will stamp it.

The Cottage is a place to stay on High Street, Minehead. It is listed here so you know it is there, but we have not yet established whether dogs are welcome — so there is no verdict on this page and no stamp. If it is your business, claim the page and tell us, and we will stamp it.

The Castle is a pub on High Street, Minehead. It is listed here so you know it is there, but we have not yet established whether dogs are welcome — so there is no verdict on this page and no stamp. If it is your business, claim the page and tell us, and we will stamp it.

Mrs Jackson's Victorian Tearooms is a place to eat on High Street, Minehead. It is listed here so you know it is there, but we have not yet established whether dogs are welcome — so there is no verdict on this page and no stamp. If it is your business, claim the page and tell us, and we will stamp it.

Lapsewood Restaurant is a place to eat on High Street, Minehead. It is listed here so you know it is there, but we have not yet established whether dogs are welcome — so there is no verdict on this page and no stamp. If it is your business, claim the page and tell us, and we will stamp it.

The Olde Chapel is a place to eat on High Street, Minehead. It is listed here so you know it is there, but we have not yet established whether dogs are welcome — so there is no verdict on this page and no stamp. If it is your business, claim the page and tell us, and we will stamp it.

Overstream is a place to stay on Parsons Street, Minehead. It is listed here so you know it is there, but we have not yet established whether dogs are welcome — so there is no verdict on this page and no stamp. If it is your business, claim the page and tell us, and we will stamp it.

Sparkhayes House is a place to stay on Sparkhayes Lane, Minehead. It is listed here so you know it is there, but we have not yet established whether dogs are welcome — so there is no verdict on this page and no stamp. If it is your business, claim the page and tell us, and we will stamp it.

Reines House is a place to stay on Parsons Street, Minehead. It is listed here so you know it is there, but we have not yet established whether dogs are welcome — so there is no verdict on this page and no stamp. If it is your business, claim the page and tell us, and we will stamp it.

Lorna Doone Hotel & Restaurant is a place to stay on High Street, Minehead. It is listed here so you know it is there, but we have not yet established whether dogs are welcome — so there is no verdict on this page and no stamp. If it is your business, claim the page and tell us, and we will stamp it.