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Stag Cottage

(Ref. 1151226)

Porlock, Exmoor National Park Show on map

Customer rating 4.1

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Sykes rating

  • 4 Guests

  • 2 Bedrooms

  • 1 Bathroom

  • Pets: Yes

Features

  • Open fire
  • Garden / Patio
  • Pub/shop < 1 mile
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Broadband / WiFi

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11 Customer Reviews

  • "Lovely stay at Stag Cottage."

    Very comfortable and well appointed. The cleanliness of the cottage could have been better. Refrigerator should have been checked as we found food left by the previous occupants. Also check dates thoroughly on welcome pack!! Having said that we would love to return in the future.

    Thank you for your feedback following a recent stay at Stag Cottage. We are sorry to hear about the issues raised and want to reassure future guests that these matters have been addressed with our housekeeping team to help ensure a consistently high standard going forward. We are pleased to hear the cottage was otherwise enjoyed and hope to welcome you for a stay in the future. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Jane4.0★May 2026

  • "The cottage was nicely presented but very cold on arrival with no heaters set to timed working."

    There was a wood burner that did not work. The recycling bin had not been emptied and was full of bottles and cans. Most cottages provide at least some milk but nothing at all was provided. The garden was nice with a lovely sea view in the distance.

    Thank you for your feedback. We are pleased that overall you enjoyed your visit to Stag Cottage. The woodburner is currently out of action, we did communicate this to you and we apologise if this message was not received. It is scheduled to be repaired week commencing 15th May. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Ann3.0★May 2026

  • "Lovely cottage, modernised to a high standard."

    There were a few things which could be improved upon- there were lots of cobwebs which could easily be sorted eg round table legs etc, no information re sorting rubbish or collection, no tv instructions, no first aid kit, no kitchen roll, cling film etc. Not deal breakers but would make a stay more comfortable. Parking is an issue as nearest car park is a maximum short stay and on road outside is not possible. There is parking up the hill but it would be helpful if more specific information on this could be provided.

    Thank you for your feedback, we are delighted that overall you enjoyed your stay at Stag Cottage. We have discussed the points you raise with the owner and have confirmation that during her imminent visit to the property these issues will be remedied. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Sue3.0★Oct 2025

  • "Lovely cottage, tastefully fitted out, comfortable beds and yes there are a few cobwebs, but that is the reality of living in an old property."

    Would recommend.

    Reviewed by Jane5.0★Aug 2025

  • "Really needs a clean, dust everywhere."

    We live in an older house and appreciate spiders, webs etc but this property needs a good clean. Garden a little overgrown making it uncomfortable to sit in and wooden decking at the top of the garden is rotten in places and needs urgent attention.

    Reviewed by Edward3.0★Aug 2025

  • "Absolutely loved our stay in this cottage, so cosy & in a lovely village setting"

    Reviewed by Juliet5.0★Jan 2025

  • "Very compact and bijou."

    Steep steps everywhere. Parking can be tricky and the car park down the road is for 2 hours max. The longstay one is the other end of the village, but you can pull in a little lane opposite the cottage to load and unload. Garden is a wonderful suntrap with lovely views. You are very well situated to access the village shops (open till 10pm One Stop). Bin had not been emptied when we arrived and would have been nice to have materials for at least first fire (logs etc available at One Stop and Spar). Shower temperature a bit unreliable due to low flow/output. Beds very comfortable indeed. Note there is no direct access to the garden from the cottage (ie have to take your dog on a lead a couple of metres up the road, then extremely steep steps to terraces with nice furniture.

    Thank you for your feedback. The website does state in the wording that there are steep steps and the photographs do show the steps and that the garden is terraced. There is on street parking as well as the car park but this is on a first come, first served basis. Currently the rubbish collection day does not line up with the check in day but we are trying to sort out private rubbish collection. No one else has mentioned any issues with the shower, it is a power shower. Had you made us aware during your stay of any issues, we would have done all we could to sort them out for you at the time of your stay. The website photographs do show that access to the garden is just a few feet to the side of the front door. It does also state that the steps to the garden are steep and the photographs do show the steps and that the garden is terraced. As you mention there is a small grassy area just a short distance up the road from the property Property Owner

    Reviewed by Erika4.0★Sep 2024

  • "+ve: The cottage is very quaint, well equipped and convenient location."

    As you would expect with an old property, there were a few cobwebs - but otherwise very clean. We were delighted to find the welcome cake - thank you. -ve: There’s a patch of flaking wall in second bedroom; it may or may not be caused by damp, but if I had children sleeping in that room, it would have been of concern to me (I didn’t, so it wasn’t, and the room doesn’t smell damp - so I just raise this from a “perception” point of view). -The bulb in one of the bedside lights needs replacing; -We couldn’t find any instructions for recycling (although there is a black bin for general rubbish - we were unsure what to do with glass, plastic, cardboard etc. it said in the instruction booklet - see separate sheet, but it seemed to be missing? - we also couldn’t find a visitors book for comments - we always find these a very useful source of local information/recommendations!

    Thank you for taking the time to complete your feedback. We are so pleased that you enjoyed your stay. We have had some external work carried out at the cottage and the patch of flaking wall, is being treated. The property isn't damp and and as you mention does not smell damp. We will get the bulb in the bedside light replaced. We will also sort out instructions for our guests on what to do with recycling etc. Thank you for your comments and we do hope that you come back for a return visit to the cottage. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Yvette4.0★Sep 2024

  • "We had a great stay at the Stag Cottage."

    The cottage was really cozy, the kitchen well equiped and the beds are confortable. The bathroom is not large but comfortable with a big shower. It should have been a little bit cleaner: there were spiders web almost everywhere. Porlock was amazing with shop, restaurant and pubs . In the Village there are 2 supermarket well fornished.

    We are so glad to hear that you had a really good stay at the cottage. Spiders are notorious for making webs, and it is a cottage, webs can be remade within a short time after removing them. We are glad that you enjoyed Porlock with its eateries and shops and we very much hope to welcome you back in the not too distant future. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Barbara4.0★Aug 2024

  • "We had a lovely stay at Stag Cottage, everything you could possibly need great location short walk to village , some lovely pubs , very friendly people , Cottage was so nice and cosy , would love to stay again ."

    Reviewed by Susan5.0★Apr 2024

  • "Lovely high quality cottage in a beautiful setting."

    Everything was new and clean. Would prefer an enclosed area for my dog to use, as the cottage is advertised as dog friendly, this would be a necessity. Would definitely recommend. Thank you

    Reviewed by Carol5.0★Apr 2024

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Summary

  • Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x twin
  • Shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC
  • Kitchen
  • Living/dining room with woodburning stove
  • Electric central heating
  • Electric double oven and induction hob, microwave, fridge with ice box, washing machine, dishwasher, Nespresso coffee maker, kettle and toaster
  • Smart TV, WiFi
  • Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburning stove inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Roadside Parking
  • Non-enclosed terraced garden with furniture
  • Two well behaved pets are welcome
  • Sorry, no smoking
  • Shop and pub 0.1 miles, beach 1.2 miles
  • Note: The steps up to the garden area are small and steep
  • Note: There are steps up to the property
  • Note: The aga in the kitchen is for decorative purpose only and is not operational
  • Note: Until further notice - The wood burner is temporarily out of use.During a recent chimney sweep, a leak was discovered that has caused some corrosion, so the stove has been taken out of service for safety

The property

Stag Cottage is a beautiful stone cottage situated in the peaceful coastal village of Porlock.

Boasting a location within Exmoor National Park and close to the coast, this property offers both rural retreats and beach holidays for families, friends and two furry companions.

Step inside a stunningly-presented home with tasteful furnishing and decor where you'll find a living/dining room with a woodburning stove you can warm up by whilst you watch a movie on the Smart TV or have a family game night around the table.

Moving into the country-style kitchen, you'll find everything you'll need to cook up a feast and enjoy it on the terraced garden with its breathtaking, sweeping views of the sea.

When the sun sets, unwind with a hot shower in the bathroom then retreat to one of two nicely-presented bedrooms to catch your rest.

In the village centre of Porlock you'll find a small selection of eateries such as The Royal Oak pub for an indulgent meal, The Old Library Cafe for some local seafood and Whortleberry Tea Room for a lighter lunch or afternoon tea.

Branch out to the coastal town of Minehead for a lazy day spent at Minehead Beach, an afternoon at Splash Waterworld Park, and head to Channel Adventure for an exciting day of kayaking and canoeing.

Treat your loved one to a delicious dinner at Firehouse Grill before heading back to the cottage.

A scenic drive will take you to the picturesque village of Dunster where you can visit the 12th-century National Trust - Dunster Castle and Watermill, make sure to pack some lunch for a picnic in the stunning gardens.

Then, for a touch of history make your way over to The Medieval Gallery, Britain’s only fine art gallery inspired by the Middle Ages, and end the day by dining at Cobblestones Dunster with its outdoor seating area for when it's sunny out.

Stag Cottage has something for everyone.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £250.

Where you’ll be staying

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PORLOCK

Minehead 5.5 miles; Lynton 11 miles.

Porlock is a quaint village, popular with tourists due its character, proximity to the lovely North Somerset coastline and situation within the Exmoor National Park. There are plenty of little gift shops along with pubs, cafes and restaurants to be found and only two miles away, the picturesque harbour of Porlock Weir offers wonderful views across the Bristol Channel. The Porlock Hill takes travelers up a steep, winding road out of the village to the Exmoor Hills, where walkers, horse riders and cyclists will love the open space, where ponies and red deer roam the moors. In 2011, Exmoor was designated as Europe’s first International Dark Skies Reserve, and so this is an excellent base for a romantic evening spent gazing at the stars, where a clear night unveils an abundance of interesting constellations to the naked eye. Porlock offers the choice of sea fishing from the weir, and the reservoirs and rivers of Exmoor are only a short, scenic drive away. Golfers can stay in Porlock and enjoy one of the several courses on the edges of Exmoor, with the nearest only seven miles away. The medieval village of Dunster, where the castle dominates the skyline, makes a great day out, or take a ride on the West Somerset steam train along the coast to the little harbour village of Watchet. A fabulous village location with lots of outdoor pursuits to interest every visitor.

Note: Until further notice - The wood burner is temporarily out of use. During a recent chimney sweep, a leak was discovered that has caused some corrosion, so the stove has been taken out of service for safety. We’re sorry for any disappointment this may cause.

This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter
  • Off-season
  • Last minute
  • Christmas
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