Gapperies, West Porlock
Porlock Weir, United Kingdom
Amenities
Pets Allowed
Parking
Washer
Patio/Balcony
A/C
Dryer
Home details
Bedroom 1
1 king bed
Bedroom 2
1 king bed
Bedroom 3
2 single beds
Property Summary Gapperies, West Porlock (Somerset) enjoys outstanding
views from almost every room, across the fields and salt marsh to the
coastline of Porlock Bay. It’s a wonderful destination for those
seeking a peaceful retreat in an unspoilt pocket of Exmoor; the
ever-changing view is a real delight! Sleeps 6 Main Description
Gapperies, West Porlock offers spacious accommodation for up to 6
guests. Unwind at this gorgeous property - it has everything you need
if you want to stay in and relax - light the fire, pick up a book or
magazine, or play any of the games provided. If you want to go out it
is perfectly located for a short walk to both Porlock Village and
Porlock Weir or venture further into the wider Exmoor area on foot or
by car. Sleeps up to 6 guests in 3 bedrooms - Two king-sized double
bedrooms sharing a large shower room and one twin bedroom with en-suite
shower room All on one level inside, with ramp access and threshold to
the main door Wonderful views of Porlock Marsh, the coast and up
Porlock Vale Sat in a slightly elevated and private position making the
most of the view Open plan kitchen, living and dining area with feature
wood-burner Patio area at the side of the property with fire pit and
BBQ grill to be used over the firepit The rest of the garden is still a
work-in-progress (someone will be working in the garden most
Wednesdays). There is no lawned garden area Electricity, heating and
wifi included Towels and bed linen provided Dog/s welcome (maximum of
3) for £20 per dog Arrive from 3 pm Depart by 10 am Indoor Description
The property has been refurbished internally throughout, ready for
letting in 2023. The main living space is open-plan comprising kitchen,
dining and living areas, with a feature wood-burner in the centre of
the room. There are two comfortable sofas in the living area with an
additional sofa and moveable armchair closer to the TV. The dining
table can comfortably seat 6 guests. The kitchen is well equipped with
all new appliances, including large fridge-freezer, electric oven with
grill & hob, microwave, kettle, toaster, and a plentiful supply of
cookware, crockery, cutlery, glasses, etc. There are three bedrooms,
two with king-sized beds. Note that one of these king-sized beds is
raised to maximise the view when you’re drinking your morning
tea/coffee, but may not be suitable for those with restricted mobility.
These two bedrooms share a large shower room, which also houses the
washing machine. The third bedroom has twin beds and an en-suite shower
room. (Note, there is no bath at this property). Wifi, heating and
electricity are included in the price of your accommodation. The
property is fitted with infrared heating panels on the ceiling.
Infrared heating warms objects and people, rather than just the air of
the entire room which makes it much more efficient than conventional
radiators. One basket of logs will be provided for the wood-burner in
the cooler months, further supplies can be purchased locally in the
village if required. The television has Freesat. An Amazon Firestick is
also provided through which you can watch catch-up TV, and some mobiles
and tablets can stream/mirror paid services through it to the TV. There
is also a Bluetooth speaker to which you can connect and play your own
music. Bed linen and towels are provided, but please bring your own
beach towels if you want to take them on day trips or use the towels
outside. There is no travel cot or highchair available at this
property. On request a fire guard can be made available to protect
toddlers from the woodburner. Restricted Mobility & Wheelchair Users:
There is level access from the car parking area to the front door.
There is a ramp to the door but a door threshold to get over. Once
inside there are no thresholds and fairly good manoeuvring space.
Please see photos for the space in the main bathroom, and get in touch
if you have specific questions about whether it will be suitable.
Outdoor Description A sloping, gated drive leads away from the road up
to the property, which is tucked away in a private location barely
visible above the road. There is ample car parking for 3 cars. The
current owners bought this property in 2022. At that time the outside
space was very overgrown and still requires a lot of work for it become
the beautiful garden they anticipate it will one day become. There is
no lawn area. There is a patio area at the side of the property with
’conversation’ chairs, and enjoyment of the best of the sunshine and
the fabulous view. There is also a bowl firepit with a swing arm BBQ
grill. The rest of the garden area is still a work-in-progress. Most of
the garden behind the property is sloping with shrubs and trees. PLEASE
NOTE: A gardener comes almost every Wednesday, and the owners will come
and work in the garden then too sometimes. There is a small annex to
the property which the owners and gardener use as a base while they are
working in the garden. From the property, it’s a short walk to access
local footpaths which will take you up into the woods behind the
property or down onto the marsh, and then along to Porlock or Porlock
Weir. It’s also an easy to walk to the beach along the road. Parking
Parking is available on the drive outside the property, for up to 3
cars. There is currently no charge point at the property, and we ask
guests not to charge from the domestic supply. There are two 22KW
charge points in Porlock’s Central Car Park with space for four
vehicles; cars can be charged for up to three hours following the
purchase of a car parking ticket. Pets Description Up to 3 well-behaved
dogs are welcome for supplement of £20 each. Note that the garden is
not completely enclosed for determined wanderers as the fencing to the
woods is not secure. However, there is a gate on the driveway which
would stop a dog easily getting onto the road. There are many pheasants
in the area. Most pubs & cafes as well as some restaurants on Exmoor
are dog friendly. Please note that ticks are endemic across Exmoor so
we recommend you get your dogs preventative tick treatment prior to
arrival. Cats are also welcome, but obviously don’t let them scratch
the furniture! Restricted mobility The property is all on one level
inside, with a ramp but quite a large threshold to the main door. The
only reason we say it may not be suitable for wheelchair users is that
the corridor into the main bathroom might be tight. Please ask for
photos to make a decision if it will be suitable for you! Also one of
the king-size beds in the small bedroom has been raised up to maximise
the view so not great for chair-bed transfers! Exit in case of
emergency This has not been completed by the owner. Christmas / New
Year Unless requested otherwise, a tree will be put up along with
festive lighting and a few other decorations. The region
Porlock Weir is a picturesque harbour village on the Exmoor National
Park coastline in Somerset, with a history stretching back to the 15th
century. The small tidal harbour, with its ancient lock gates and
pebble beach, sits at the heart of a thriving community.
You’ll find a welcoming pub, restaurants ranging from relaxed dining to
Michelin-listed Italian cuisine, cosy cafes, and a popular street food
takeaway -- all within walking distance of the harbour. Independent
shops and galleries line the lanes, including Exmoor Glass, the Harbour
Gallery, and Porlock Bay Oysters, which opened expanded premises in
2024.
The larger village of Porlock is approximately one mile away and has a
broader range of amenities including grocery shops, a traditional
butcher, chemist, cash machine, hardware shop, visitor centre, and a
selection of independent restaurants and tea rooms. Most shops in
Porlock and Porlock Weir keep hours of 9am to 5pm, often extending
during the summer season.
Porlock Weir was recently used as a filming location for The Salt Path,
the adaptation of Raynor Winn’s bestselling memoir about walking the
South West Coast Path.
All stays include
At Homes & Villas by Marriott Bonvoy we believe certain amenities should be standard.
24/7 support
Kitchen essentials
Starter kit of bathroom amenities
High-speed wifi
Professional cleaning
Premium linens and towels
Television
Digital free stays
Our Tiny Home rentals may not include all essential amenities inside the home.
House rules
Check-in 3:00 PM • Check-out 10:00 AM