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The Oaks Hotel

Porlock, Exmoor National Park TA24 8ES, England
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The Oaks Hotel
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Hereford, United Kingdom
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2013

We have stayed over a number of years now and every visit is so very good! We are made to feel very special from the time of arrival until departure. There is a wonderful relaxing atmosphere and the service and attention to detail are rare in this day and age. The rooms and furnishings are of high quality and with... More

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Sacramento, California
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4 hotel reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 July 2012

Fabulous views and fabulous food in the charming village of Porlock. The Oaks Hotel sits on a small hill set just above the village. Tea in the sitting room is a lovely way to spend an afternoon.

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Lydney, United Kingdom
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17 hotel reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 May 2012

This may not be the cheapest establishment in Somerset by a long shot, but it is certainly the most quintessentially English hotel I have had the pleasure of staying in for some time. Foreign visitors, especially Americans, should put this place into your itinerary if you want to experience something many of us were familair with back in teh last... More

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Exeter, United Kingdom
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 February 2012

We have stayed before so decided to treat ourselves again after all the Christmas festivities. What a good decision! It is just so cosy and friendly and a real tonic. Anne and Tim are always at hand to cater for your every need. Roaring log fires greet you and you instantly feel at home. Anne's wonderful cooking forced us out... More

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Armidale, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 August 2011

Where else in the world would you have the perfect view of a wonderful coastline for breakfast, sparkling local cuisine for the evening meal, walks of any length in some of Britain's loveliest National Trust protected scenery and every need catered for in the beautifully fitted out bedrooms? If you do not believe me, have a look at the comments... More

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Guildford
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 August 2011

From the moment we arrived we knew this hotel was special - the comments in the Guest Book said it all! Our room was spacious and had beautiful antique furniture. The bed was supremely comfortable and the thick fluffy white towels and bathrobes a delight. The fresh fruit and flowers were a nice extra touch. In fact the standard of... More

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Chester, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 June 2011

Tim and Anne Riley run a first class hotel to a very high standard. The hotel is beautifully situated overlooking Porlock and the sea. The rooms are large and beautifully furnished. What impresses most is the standard of presentation and cleanliness. Breakfast is served to your table, which makes a change from the usual hotel serve yourself buffet breakfasts. Will... More

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Worcester, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 May 2011

This is a lovely hotel combining modern amenities with traditional values and lots of lovely finishing touches - eg putting fresh milk in with tea making equipment each night, when they turn down the bed. The whole place is spotless and Tim and Anne are wonderful hosts - nothing at all is too much trouble. Bed was really comfortable and... More

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Exeter, United Kingdom
2 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2011

The pillows were feather and down (a miracle in itself!) and very new and fresh. Our room was large, comfy with armchairs, tv etc. and very cosy with an excellent en-suite having both shower/bath etc. Wonderful views over the Porlock Bay from the bedroom. Service was excellent, and nothing seemed to be to much trouble for Anne and Tim the... More

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Cambridge, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2011

Ive never reveiwed before and the following may sound like a euology but the Oaks in Porlock deserves it! We've had two holidays at the Oaks now and we couldn't name another hotel that offers so much from stylish dining with wonderful views to boot and clothes drying when the Exmoor weather gets going! Tim and Anne think of everything... More

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Address: Porlock, Exmoor National Park TA24 8ES, England
Region: United Kingdom > England > Somerset > Exmoor National Park > Porlock
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Free Parking Restaurant Room Service
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Ranked #1 of 2 hotels in Porlock

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