Title: West Lynch Farm, Allerford Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # West Lynch Farm, Allerford ![Microwave, oven, dishwasher, high chair](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107860000/107854400/107854347/363ad880.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107860000/107854400/107854347/92315198.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, Internet, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107860000/107854400/107854347/5be983a7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107860000/107854400/107854347/5dda51df.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107860000/107854400/107854347/8c90826e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Nestled in the picturesque Porlock Vale, West Lynch Farm offers a serene retreat with its beautiful garden and open-plan living space. Enjoy sublime walking direct from the door, unwind with a cup of tea or coffee provided upon arrival, and stay connected with wireless internet. ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### West Lynch Farm, Allerford Property Summary West Lynch Farm is a traditional farmhouse, located in the stunning Porlock Vale, between Allerford and the coast at Bossington. The farmhouse is semi-detached with two bedrooms and a beautiful garden to the front of the property for guests to use. Sleeps up to 4 guests and is pet-friendly too. Main Description West Lynch Farm has been renovated throughout and we are delighted to offer it for holiday rentals, it's set in a stunning location and would be an ideal cottage for guests looking to explore this beautiful part of Exmoor. The farmhouse is assumed to be late medieval in origin with some surviving smoke-blackened timbers and many original features such as its front door which dates back to the fifteenth or sixteenth century. Its many outbuildings, some thatched, date back to the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries and the adjacent chapel was built in the fifteenth century! Sleeps up to 4 guests Two bedrooms with king-sized beds (one of which can be made into twin beds on request) Two family bathrooms, each with a shower Open-plan living space on the ground floor Beautiful enclosed cottage garden with outside seating Sublime walking direct from the door Off-road parking for 2 cars Dogs welcome (2 max) for £30 supplement per dog Bed linen and towels included Wi-Fi, heating and electricity included Arrive from 4 pm Depart by 10 am The farmhouse is approached from the garden gate via a footpath leading up to the front door with the guest entrance situated on the left hand side. The garden is a delight and there is table and chairs provided for soaking up this beautiful space. An open-plan living area on the ground floor contains the kitchen at one end, dining table with 4 chairs, plus comfortable seating and TV. Upstairs are two double bedrooms, both with king-size beds (one can be made up as a twin if requested at time of booking) and two bathrooms, each with a shower, toilet and hand basin. Note, there is no bath. Well behaved dogs are welcome (maximum of 2 dogs per booking) for a supplementary fee of £30 per dog. Dogs are permitted in this property on the condition that they are not allowed on the furniture and you do not leave them alone in the property at any time. You are expected to be vigilant and keep your dog under control at all times as there is likely to be livestock in the immediate vicinity. West Lynch Farmhouse is semi-detached and other side of the farmhouse (to the right as you approach) is lived in and private, so please do not enter any areas of the farmhouse or its grounds that are marked as private. The guest entrance is the left hand smaller front door directly opposite the outside garden furniture. The large front door at the end of the garden path opposite the gate is private. The front garden is for the guests to enjoy exclusively although the owners or their guests will need to occasionally access the property using the front garden path and will also need occasionally access to maintain the garden. The property will be ready from 4 pm on the day of your arrival. Please depart by 10 am on the last day of your stay. Please leave the property clean and tidy so that we can guarantee it will be ready on time for our next guests. Indoor Description West Lynch Farm kitchen is fitted with with all new units and appliances, including dishwasher, under-counter fridge, under-counter freezer, microwave and electric oven with hob. Other equipment includes toaster, kettle, filter coffee machine, a variety of kitchen utensils, cutlery, crockery and glasses. An HDMI television (with Freeview) is provided in the living room and wireless internet is available. Electricity and heating costs are included in the price of your accommodation. West Lynch Farm Cottage benefits from central heating throughout. Bed linen, duvets, 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. A small amount of tea, coffee (including decaf), sugar and fresh milk is provided to ensure you can have a hot drink as soon as you arrive. There may also be other non-perishable items like salt, pepper and a few herbs or spices available. Cleaning materials such as washing up liquid and surface cleaner will be present in the property. Two toilet rolls will be provided per toilet. Outdoor Description The garden is at the front of the cottage, enclosed by a wall and garden gate. There is a table and chairs for eating outside. The pretty garden includes a range of beautiful plants, shrubs and trees providing plenty of colour. The other side of the farmhouse (to the right as you approach) is lived in and private, so please do not enter any areas of the farmhouse or its grounds that are marked as private. The guest entrance is the left hand smaller front door directly opposite the outside garden furniture. The large front door at the end of the garden path opposite the gate is private. The front garden is for the guests to enjoy exclusively although the owners or their guests will need to occasionally access the property using the front garden path and will also need occasionally access to maintain the garden. Please keep the front garden gate and the two gates on the right hand side of the garden closed at all times. The coast at Bossington is a pleasant, level stroll along the lanes to get to the (pebble) beach, and almost directly opposite there are footpaths leading through the woods to Selworthy or up onto Bossington Hill - wonderful views from the top, worth the effort if you are up for a challenge! There are many walking options direct from the cottage. Parking There is off-road parking for 2 cars at the front of the property on a hard standing to the left of the front gate. These spaces are marked "Residents Only Parking" Unfortunately we don't yet have a facility for charging EVs. The nearest public charging points are Porlock Car Park - Swarco (7 mins drive) TA24 8PH Type 2 22kW x 4 Alexandra Road Car Park - InstaVolt (12 mins drive) TA24 5DP CHAdeMO up to 50kW x3 CCS up to 120kW x 3 Refer to https://www.zap-map.com/live/ for more options Pets Description Well behaved dogs are welcome (maximum of 2 dogs per booking) for a supplementary fee of £30 per dog. Dogs are permitted in this property on the condition that they are not allowed on the furniture and you do not leave them alone in the property at any time. You are expected to be vigilant and keep your dog under control at all times as there is likely to be livestock in the immediate vicinity. There are two stables available to rent with the cottage, for £25 per horse per night. There is wonderful hacking direct from the yard, just across a small lane into the woods which lead to Selworthy, Bossington Hill, and a myriad of paths. There is also an outdoor arena/menage, which can be used if required. Sorry, no turnout but in-hand grazing is available around the yard. Bedding can be provided at cost price, to save you bringing it with you, which can be arranged with the owner directly. Restricted mobility This has not been completed by the owner. Exit in case of emergency Exit via front door to front garden Christmas / New Year Over the Christmas period, there will be a Christmas tree and some extra decorations in the downstairs living space and also some extra outdoor Christmas lights The region West Lynch Farm is located in a beautiful part of Exmoor, between the two pretty hamlets of Allerford, probably most well known for the 15th century pack horse bridge, and Bossington, with it's much photographed picture perfect thatched country cottages. The larger village of Porlock is approx 1 mile - less than 5 mins in the car, or approx 20 minutes on foot via quiet country lane, has a selection of pubs, restaurants, tea rooms and shops. Minehead is the nearest town, with supermarkets and other shops, approx 10 minute drive. There are many walks from the doorstep - within easy access is Bossington (pebble) beach and Porlock Weir, Selworthy, or head up onto North Hill or Dunkery Beacon for amazing views across the Bristol Channel to Wales. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Internet access ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Food and drink - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34060000/34055000/34054993/0a8f4b8a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Parsonage Farm Stables, with stunning views down to the sea Porlock - Sea view - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 81 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-11&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=34054993&PinnedHotelID=34054993&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118990000/118985400/118985343/afd92b1d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Tannery Cottage in Porlock Porlock - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Fireplace - Microwave [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-11&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=118985343&PinnedHotelID=118985343&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107530000/107524800/107524714/db0d37d6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cherries bungalow in Porlock Porlock - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-11&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=107524714&PinnedHotelID=107524714&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99710000/99700100/99700021/9e01447e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### April Cottage, Minehead Minehead - Washer - Outdoor space - Microwave 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-11&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=99700021&PinnedHotelID=99700021&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Microwave, oven, dishwasher, high chair](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103860000/103851800/103851715/0e01a819.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Little Hanger, Porlock Porlock - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-11&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=103851715&PinnedHotelID=103851715&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96870000/96868800/96868743/8a0752fc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Orchard Yurt, Allerford Allerford - Hot tub - Pet-friendly - Parking available - Barbecue grill [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-11&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=96868743&PinnedHotelID=96868743&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 4359 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C51.21761%2C-3.57629&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=jqyvx5QO0Xpb5rav2RKuuKbChi4=) Bossington, Somerset #### What's nearby - Bossington Beach - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile - Exmoor Adventures - 4 min drive - 1.3 miles - Porlock Weir Harbour - 7 min drive - 3.4 miles - Exmoor National Park - 9 min drive - 5.5 miles - Minehead Beach - 13 min drive - 7.6 miles #### Getting around - Minehead Station - 15 min drive - Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 176 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The Duke of Wellington (Wetherspoon) - ‬8 min drive - ‪The Queen's Head Inn - ‬9 min drive - ‪The Old Ship Aground - ‬11 min drive - ‪Mr Micawbers - ‬9 min drive - ‪Royal Oak - ‬4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is West Lynch Farm, Allerford pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at West Lynch Farm, Allerford? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at West Lynch Farm, Allerford? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is West Lynch Farm, Allerford located? > Situated in Minehead, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Exmoor Owl & Hawk Centre, Allerford Museum and Bossington Beach. Dovery Manor Museum and Exmoor Adventures are also within 1 mile (2 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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