Nestled by tree covered hills and reached via country lanes, Hawkcombe near Porlock is a wonderful place for a rural retreat break. If you love greenery and being in the countryside, this small rural hamlet could be the location that you have been dreaming of for your next cottage holiday. Situated within Exmoor National Park, Hawkcombe could be a great base from which to discover some of the best of Exmoor as well as the Dorset coastline further afield. For days out by the coast, numerous quaint coastal villages and towns within Exmoor are easily accessible close by, as is the popular seaside resort of Minehead which is just 6 miles away.
The village of Porlock is just half a mile from Hawkcombe meaning that you can enjoy a peaceful retreat here yet with the convenience of a village close by. Porlock is known for its beautiful thatched country cottages, restaurants, tea rooms and country inns and comes highly recommended for a relaxing day out. For more information and hints and tips on local attractions you can visit Porlock’s Visitor Centre where the staff will be happy to share their local knowledge with you.
When it comes to discovering some of the best that Exmoor National Park has to offer on days out on your cottage holiday, recommended places to visit include:
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- Horner, a National Trust village with a watermill, ancient woods, a nature reserve and tea rooms.
- Allerford, another National Trust village where you will find the West Somerset Rural Life Museum.
- The village of Culbone with its tranquil valley setting.
- In and around Badgworthy Water, also known as Lorna Doone Country.
- Dunkery Beacon to reach the highest point in Exmoor where on a clear day you will be rewarded with fantastic views.
- Dunster for its medieval buildings, church and tea shops.
- Lynton and Lymouth for wonderful coastal scenery.
- Selworthy, a picture-perfect chocolate box village with its lovely green, National Trust shop, tea room and charming thatched cottage.
- Valley of the Rocks, impressive sea cliffs which can be reached via the coastal path.
All in all, Hawkcombe has lots to offer for a relaxing country break. Whether you plan to take things easy or spend your days exploring the highlights of Exmoor National Park and the nearby coastline, have the best of times in this part of Somerset.
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