Chapel Knap is a large period property in a stunning setting with extensive subtropical gardens and a terraced lawn affording spectacular views of Porlock Bay towards Hurlstone Point. With the kitchen and dining area comprising a lovely garden room equipped with comfortable chairs from which to enjoy all the scenery, and the entrance hall representing the last remaining part of the 12th century original chapel, Chapel Knap offers no shortage of charms. Truly a perfect destination for nature enthusiasts, with wonderful woodland and coastal walks directly at the door, the property is also a conveniently short walk from the amenities of Porlock Weir harbour.
3 first floor bedrooms (One king-sized double, one twin, and one triple comprising both double and single beds) Ground floor kitchen/dining area situated in garden room with bay views, and well equipped with fridge, electric oven and hob, microwave, and slimline dishwasher, plus toaster, kettle, variety of kitchen utensils, cookware, cutlery, crockery, and glasses Ground floor living room with Sky television One first floor bathroom with bath only and a further first floor bathroom with bath and shower Wifi, electricity, and oil-fired central heating included in price Bed linen, duvets, blankets and towels provided. (Please note beach towels not provided; please bring own) Up to three dogs welcome by prior arrangement (supplement of £10 per dog) Large sub-tropical gardens with lawned terrace offering spectacular views of Porlock Bay Short walk away from Porlock Weir harbour, featuring two restaurants and a pub (all dog-friendly) and its small but charming range of shops. 1.5 miles from the larger village of Porlock and 7 miles from Minehead Child-friendly accommodation with cot and highchair available upon request Tea, coffee, sugar, milk, and biscuits provided, plus non-perishable items like salt, pepper, and herbs/spices, and household sundries such as washing up liquid, dishwasher powder, surface cleaner, and toilet rolls Secure off-road parking for two cars available within grounds
Facilities The kitchen is fitted with a free-standing fridge (larder-style), an under-counter freezer, electric oven with hob, microwave and a slimline dishwasher. Other equipment includes toaster, kettle, a variety of kitchen utensils, cookware, cutlery, crockery and glasses.
A television with Sky TV is situated in the living room and wireless broadband is available at no extra cost.
A cot and/or high chair is available; please request these items when booking so we can make sure they are present for your arrival.
Electricity and heating costs are included in the price of your accommodation. Chapel Knap is fitted with oil-fired central heating.
Bed linen, duvets, blankets and towels are provided for your convenience, but please bring your own beach towels if you wish to take towels with you on day trips. Bed linen is not supplied for the cot.
A small amount of tea, coffee, sugar, milk and biscuits are provided to ensure you can have a hot drink as soon as you arrive. There may also be other non-perishable items like a salt, pepper and a few herbs or spices available. Cleaning materials such as washing up liquid, dishwasher powder and surface cleaner will be present in the property. One or two toilet rolls will be provided.
Location Chapel Knap is a short walk from Porlock Weir, less than 1/4 mile away. There are two restaurants (The Cafe and Miller's at the Anchor), a pub (all three are dog-friendly) and a range of individual shops such as tea rooms, Exmoor Glass and Studio 7 (imported beautiful textiles).
The village of Porlock is approximately 1.5 miles from Chapel Knap and boasts three pubs, two grocery shops, a traditional local butcher, chemist, cash machine, petrol station, hardware shop, visitor centre and a range of independent restaurants, shops and tea rooms.
Many of the shops in Porlock Weir and Porlock are open during traditional hours of 9 am to 5 pm, although hours are often extended during the summer season. Conversely, some shops also reduce their opening hours out of season.
Minehead is the nearest town, approximately 7 miles from Porlock Weir. Here you will find the larger supermarkets and petrol stations (Tesco and Morrison's are both situated on the outskirts of the town and have longer opening hours), most major high street banks with cash machines, plus a range of other shops throughout the town.