Bossington Green Cottage, Near Porlock

Property Summary
Bossington Green Cottage is beautiful country home in Bossington, surrounded by rolling hills and coastal paths. Just a short walk from the beach, it offers a peaceful escape with a large garden, cosy interiors, and endless walks right from the doorstep. Sleeps up to 6 and is pet-friendly.

Main Description
The semi-detached house period property offers, on the ground floor:

Sitting/dining room - a large room with a wood burner in an impressive inglenook fireplace, 2 comfy sofas, flat screen TV and a large dining table which comfortably sits 6 guests around it. Gorgeous views over the village green and towards Ley Hill. Starlink internet installed February 2026.

Kitchen/breakfast room - fully equipped kitchen with a Rangemaster cooker, kettle, toaster and microwave as well as ample pots and pans and all the cooking equipment you’d expect in your own home. There is a large walk in pantry housing 2 small fridges and plenty of food storage and preparation space. There is also a small 2 person table in the kitchen so the chef can be kept company while cooking!

An outbuilding just outside the back door houses an additional fridge and freezer,

Upstairs

Bedroom 1 - king size bed with ample chest of drawers storage and a dressing table. Beautiful views over Exmoor.

Bedroom 2 - twin room with chest of drawers and views over Exmoor and towards the coast.

Bedroom 3 - double bedroom with chest of drawers and views over the garden towards Bossington Hill.

Bathroom 1 - bath with a shower over, WC and washbasin.

Bathroom 2 - original cast iron claw foot roll top bath and washbasin.

Outside WC - opposite the kitchen there is a second WC.

Garden- the garden is yet to be landscaped so isn't perfectly manicured but offers a large space ideal for alfresco dining and garden games and has lovely views in every direction. A gas BBQ is available during the summer months and a garden patio set with 6 chairs. We are very happy to have your dogs stay with us too but the garden is not fully dog proof as one of the walls is quite low. The surrounding area is safe, however, with no busy roads close by and very little passing traffic.

We have a 3 night minimum policy, however if you are looking for a 2 night getaway, do get in touch and we may be able to accommodate you between other bookings.

Surrounding area - the property is situated overlooking the village green in the National Trust village of Bossington. The village itself has a tea rooms and small chapel. You can walk to Bossington beach in around 10 minutes (please note - you CANNOT swim at Bossington) and Hurlstone point in 20. Within minutes of the front door, there are hours and hours of footpaths and bridleways to explore, without the need to go anywhere near a road. Porlock, 1 mile away, is a thriving hub with 3 pubs, food shops, independent shops and galleries, a butcher, bakery the best hardware store in the country (probably!). Porlock Weir is the opposite side of the bay and has a beautiful harbour filled with boats, pubs, cafes and is home to the famous Porlock Bay Oysters. You can swim at Porlock Weir, either from the beach or in the harbour when the tide is in.

Dunkery Beacon, Dunster Castle and Minehead are also all easily accessible from the house.


Indoor Description
The kitchen/breakfast room is well-equipped kitchen with a Rangemaster cooker, kettle, toaster and microwave as well as ample pots and pans and a good selection of cooking equipment. There is a large walk in pantry where you'll find the fridge and freezer, plus more food storage and preparation space. There is also a small 2 person table in the kitchen so the chef can be kept company while cooking!

In the sitting/dining room there is a wood burner in an impressive inglenook fireplace, two comfortable sofas and a flat screen TV. The large dining table seat 6 with ease. WiFi is available throughout.

Electricity and heating costs are included in the price of your accommodation. The property is heated with oil-fired central heating. There will be enough kindling and logs provided to get you started, more logs can be purchased locally with ease.

Bed linen, duvets and one towel per person is provided for your convenience. Please bring your own beach towels if you wish to take towels with you on day trips or use them outside.

There may be non-perishable items like a salt, pepper and oil. Cleaning materials such as washing up liquid will be present in the property. One or two toilet rolls will be provided per toilet and hand wash.


Outdoor Description
There is a large private garden to the rear of the property, ideal for dining outside (table with 6 chairs provided) and lovely views in every direction. A gas BBQ is available during the summer months. The garden is enclosed but please note is may not be fully dog-proof as one of the walls is quite low.

There is a large grassy area at the front of the property (not enclosed), a couple of chairs on this side of the property is a lovely spot to enjoy your morning coffee, listening to the bird song.

The beach at Bossington (pebble) is approx 10 mins on foot from the front door, and Porlock is approx 1 mile via country lanes.

Parking
Parking is available in the lay-by opposite the house which is reserved for Bossington Green Cottages only.

Pets Description
Up to 3 well-behaved dogs welcome for £7 per night, per dog. Please do not leave your dog alone in the property at any time. No dogs allowed upstairs.

Restricted mobility
This has not been completed by the owner.

Exit in case of emergency
This has not been completed by the owner.

Christmas / New Year
A decorated tree will be put up during the Christmas period.

The region

Porlock is a historic village on the edge of Exmoor National Park in Somerset, in a sheltered vale between the moor and the Bristol Channel coast. Its heritage stretches back to Saxon times.

The meandering High Street is lined with independent shops, including a traditional butcher, chemist, hardware shop, post office, two convenience stores, art galleries, a chocolate shop, and a cash machine. Most shops keep hours of 9am to 5pm, often extending during the summer season.

The harbour hamlet of Porlock Weir is approximately one mile to the west and makes a lovely walk or a short drive. There you will find a 15th-century tidal harbour, a pub, restaurants, cafes, and independent shops and galleries.

Minehead is the nearest town, approximately 6 miles away. Here you will find larger supermarkets and petrol stations (Tesco and Morrisons on the outskirts with longer opening hours), most major high street banks with cash machines, and a range of other shops. EV charging points are available at Porlock Central Car Park.