Porlock holiday apartment rental with internet access, balcony/terrace, walking and TV

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  • Apartment
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 7 nights min stay
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Key information

  • 100% refund within 24 hours after booking. See Policies & House Rules
  • Nearest beach 6 km
  • Child friendly
  • Car advised
  • Pet friendly

From the owner

Enjoy Exmoor from our delightful Bridge View Suite, idyllically situated in the National Trust village of Allerford alongside a shallow river over looking the Pack Horse bridge. From our doorstep discover the stunning countryside, coastline, moor, sea and pretty villages.

Bridge View Suite is a large first floor riverside apartment suitable for families or couples. The accommodation is warm, cosy, centrally heated, tastefully decorated and well appointed.

Further details indoors

Bridge View Suite at The Pack Horse is a spacious first floor riverside apartment. The accommodation is warm, cosy, well equipped and tastefully appointed. It offers a fully fitted kitchen with dishwasher and fridge freezer and lovely views from its window towards the highest point of Exmoor Dunkery Beacon, the lounge is large with oak panelling and provides a dining area, the lounge has access to its own private balcony overlooking the river & ancient Packhorse Bridge. Two further windows provide riverside and countryside views. The apartment benefits from 2 bedrooms, a king size that can be used as a twin, a further king size making it ideal for families and couples. pets are welcome by arrangement. There is seating in our pretty courtyard for your alfresco dining and use of a walled garden, Private secure parking and lockable storage for guests outside pursuit equipment is also available along with free wifi.

Further details outdoors

The village nestles under the Aller woods and is surrounded by countryside, with it’s famous Pack Horse bridge, chocolate box cottages the village also offers a post office/general stores, licensed club, thatched school museum and a childrens play area.Paths and bridleways lead to the sea at our neighbouring village of Bossington and picturesque Selworthy which boasts stunning views from its hillside location. The larger village of Porlock is 2 miles away where you will find pubs, restaurants and a variety of shops offering everything from local produce to books and antiques.Within 5 miles is the seaside resort of Minehead, the home of the West Somerset steam railway and the medieval village of Dunster with it’s Castle and Yarn Market. Lynton and Lynmouth is a stunning 12 mile drive across the coastland edge of the moor allowing you to experience the diverse landscape, dramatic coastline and wealth of wildlife including red deer, Exmoor ponies and a great variety of birds.The Pack Horse is ideally located for everyone to explore and experience all there is to offer on Exmoor or just to relax in a piece of England's unspoilt countryside.

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Amenities

Bed & bathroom

  • Bedroom 1: King Bed
  • Bedroom 2: King Bed
  • 1 Family bathroom

Families

  • Great for children of all ages
  • Pets welcome
  • High chair available

Access

  • Parking
  • Secure parking
  • Not suitable for wheelchair users

Essentials

  • Wi-Fi available
  • BBQ
  • Balcony or terrace
  • Internet access
  • Central heating
  • Cooker
  • Fridge
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Toaster
  • Kettle
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Clothes dryer
  • Iron
  • High chair available
  • TV
  • DVD player
  • Stereo system

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100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).

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50% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 8 weeks before check-in.

25% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 4 weeks before check-in.

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No refund if cancelled less than 4 weeks before check-in.

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Things to know

Check in: 16:00 Check out: 10:00
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Smoking

No smoking at this property

House rules

Only up to 3 persons on the balcony at anyone time, no noise audible outside the apt after 11pm

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About the owner

William V.
Calendar updated:
30 Sep 2023

Years listed:
12

Languages spoken: English
This Apartment has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and sleeps 4. It has been listed on Holiday Lettings since 09 Jan 2012. Located in Exmoor National Park, it has 11 reviews with an overall rating of 5. The average weekly rate is £1283.
The Owner has a response rate of 79% and the property’s calendar was last updated on 30 Sep 2023.
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Jun 2017

Linda & Brian gave us a lovely welcome with a cream tea which set the tone for our week spent in Bridge View. It was very clean and comfortable with great views.we took our dog with us and found a… More 

Reviewed 18 Jun 2017

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Owner's reply:
Thank you so much for leaving a review, so pleased you enjoyed you your week in our Bridge view the Exmoor walks,along with the cream teas. Look forward to welcoming you back!

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Peter H
Sway, United Kingdom

Peace and comfort in a beautiful location in a warm friendly atmosphere.
Jun 2014

Spacious comfortable apartment(Bridge View) in a beautiful village with easy access to the delights of Exmoor. Our hosts gave us a warm welcome and many helpful suggestions to enhance our awareness of… More 

Reviewed 20 Jun 2014

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Owner's reply:
So pleased you enjoyed your week here in our Bridge View apartment, and our suggestions about Exmoor help to enhance your week, thank you for your kind comments & helpful review. Linda & Brian

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Stuart C
York, England, United Kingdom

great walking base
Oct 2013

had a great week, the apartment was well equipped and cosy, the owners super welcoming, and linda's cream tea on arrival awesome. Shall definitely be back to walk more of the surrounding woods an… More 

Reviewed 24 Oct 2013

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AndreaJ874
Cardiff, United Kingdom

Didn't want to leave!
May 2012

Had another wonderful stay at The Packhorse, this time we were there for 3 glorious weeks! We stayed in the Bridge Apartment, which is delightful. However, I have stayed in the Rose Apartment on anoth… More 

Reviewed 14 Jun 2012

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AJW39
Maidenhead, United Kingdom

Another lovely time....
May 2012

Just back from another week at The Packhorse. Such a lovely time, never disappointed. Lots of walking straight from the property. Linda and Brian as always, the perfect hosts. Will be back in Octo… More 

Reviewed 17 May 2012

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11 reviews
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11 reviews
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/ night
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