Property Description
… a mile from Porlock Weir and 2 miles from Porlock , with superb views , a semi-detached cottage converted from stables at the end of a no through lane within what was once the Ashley Combe estate, built for Lord Byron's daughter. The coastal footpath hidden behind the cottage leads through woodland, past former garden terraces and under old tunnels once connected to the main house. A private path leads in 150 yards to the pebble shoreline and sea beyond. The perfect location for walkers, nature lovers and silence seekers. Lawned terraces to the side and rear, steep in places. Opposite the cottage, large enclosed garden (table/chairs) with small stream (small children beware).<!–?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = “urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office” /–>
Inside, gentle colours and fabrics, designed for relaxation. Slate-tiled hall (loo); utility room ( washing machine ). To one side, large living/dining room ( open fire , TV/DVD, iPod dock) with wood floor and French windows to courtyard and garden. To the other, kitchen ( dishwasher , microwave , fridge-freezer ) with breakfast table. Upstairs, three bedrooms , all with lovely sea views over Porlock Weir two double (5' beds), one with en suite shower-room (suite), and a twin; bathroom (suite, shower over bath). Professional catering available. Dogs permitted in hall and kitchen only. Spring water. A wonderful, timeless place with some of <!–?xml:namespace prefix = st1 ns = “urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:smarttags” /–>Exmoor's best walks immediately from the door.
