Orchard Lodge

4.0★

6 Guests
3 Bedrooms
1 Bathroom
Pets Yes
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Features

Hot tub
Off road parking
Ground floor accommodation
Ground floor bedroom
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

Accuracy of the listing

Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

13 Customer Review(s)

Janet
September 2024

“We are familiar with the lodge as we stayed at The Orchard for several years prior to it being sold .”

The accommodation afforded by the lodge was ideal for two adults and our big. Anymore and I think it would have felt crowded . Just couple of negatives there is no cupboard available to put food in eg tins of tomatoes soup cereal boxes as all cupboards filled with cooking utensils . Some of the towels had seen better days never didn’t use had what doorsteps to be hair dye staining. On stripping the bed the duvet was stained and had seen better days. We replaced the batteries in the tv remote ...

The accommodation afforded by the lodge was ideal for two adults and our big. Anymore and I think it would have felt crowded . Just couple of negatives there is no cupboard available to put food in eg tins of tomatoes soup cereal boxes as all cupboards filled with cooking utensils . Some of the towels had seen better days never didn’t use had what doorsteps to be hair dye staining. On stripping the bed the duvet was stained and had seen better days. We replaced the batteries in the tv remote . Would be an idea to have some in a drawer for such an event. Location of the fuse box needs to be made to future residents as we had a trip in the electric the first morning and struggled to find it . I had to phone Annette the management lady . Apart from niggles we had a good week but think the fencing around the lodge needs replacing as it’s rotting in parts . The gate drive has a panel of roof missing leaving a hole hence making garden not dog proof. A stray dog appeared on the lawn which was shooed off but managed to leave a present in the drive !!!!

- Janet, September 2024

Thanks very much for taking the time to leave comments. We will look into them all and action where appropriate. Thanks again Property Owner
Martin July 2024

“The inside was clean and very good the outside was poor dirty worn out in all ...”

The inside was clean and very good the outside was poor dirty worn out in all need a sanding and repaint, the plinth around the hot tub need making larger to stop anyone falling down onto the side path area if this work was done we would go back thanks i hope this will not upset you but it need looking at to benefit other users thank you

- Martin, July 2024

Many thanks for your feedback. We will have a look at the plinth around the hot tub area to see if any adaptations would be beneficial and look into your other comments. Property Owner
Stephen June 2024

“Love the lodge and it's location,it has a relaxing warm atmosphere highly recommend it.”

- Stephen, June 2024

So glad you enjoyed your stay. Thank you for taking the time to feedback. Property Owner
Michelle April 2024

“Lovely place to spend a week away from the hussle and bussle.”

Nice daily walks around the area and great places around to visit and finish off every evening in the hot tub.

- Michelle, April 2024

Thank you for your very kind feedback and for taking the time to do it. Really glad you enjoyed your stay. Property Owner
John April 2024

“Lodge and location were perfect for us, 4 adults and 2 dogs, lodge was spacious and well laid out, hot tub was lovely and checked regularly.”

Will definitely be booking again.

- John, April 2024

Thank you for taking the time to feedback to us. We are really glad you enjoyed your stay and look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Property Owner
Natasha March 2024

“We had an amazing weekend away here for my best friends 30th.”

The cottage itself was beautiful, well equipped and clean. The hot tub was amazing, and the area was private and spacious. There was plenty of shops and restaurants near by with even the option for delivery! The beach was really close and beautiful, with plenty of places to walk! Thank you for an amazing stay, we will deffernatly be visiting again ❤️

- Natasha, March 2024

Thank you so much for your kind feedback. So glad you enjoyed your stay for your best friends 30th. We look forward to welcoming you back again. Property Owner
Kerry October 2023

“The holiday cottage was relatively clean on the surface but we noticed a large pile of dog faeces next to the gate and decking which was very difficult to see to be fair, the pillows were flat old and poor quality especially in the double bedroom, the washing up brush was full of human hair and could not be used and the decking was unclean and slippy when wet.”

The windows on the outside needed cleaning too. The cottage as a whole was satisfactory and quite comfortable with everything u need for a weeks break in the kitchen but the plates needed re washing as they were dirty and unclean

- Kerry, October 2023

Thank you very much for your feedback. We appreciate the time taken to send your observations which have been taken on board and highlighted to our maintenance team. We have since introduced routine checks of the property following every changeover to ensure that the property is clean and homely. We are glad that these didn't detract from the enjoyment of your overall stay and we hope we can welcome you in the future. The Hall Family Property Owner
Deb September 2023

“We loved our holiday,totally secure for dogs,we had to go out and buy toilet rolls,there wasn't any,also bin bags,other than that fantastic.”

- Deb, September 2023

Thank you very much for your feedback. We appreciate the time taken to send your observations which have been taken on board and highlighted with our changeover team. We hope to welcome you back in the future. The Hall Family Property Owner
Helen July 2023

“We have just returned home from Orchard Lodge as a group of 6 including 2 children and 2 young dogs.”

The below sums up our experience: Spacious lodge, Nice welcome binder with information on the lodge and local area, Nice amount of parking available on shared drive with us having two cars and the other accommodation having 2 with still plenty of room. Very well equipped with good kitchen supplies and family activities. TV with a Netflix account and on demand however no live tv, Brilliant set up for dogs with fully enclosed garden however an apple tree on left hand side of the lodge had a lot of fallen apples. With young dogs this wasn’t ideal, however we used a spare piece of fencing to block the gap near the hot tub which meant the dogs were not able to get to the apples (as poisonous to dogs). As a suggestion a permanent fence or gate to avoid this would be helpful. The living room area was carpeted and was a bit grubby, having wipe clean flooring in this area would be more hygienic. Bbq and outdoor furniture/decking wasn’t very clean and covered in bird poo. Dog poo in garden when we arrived. Large hole dug in garden. Wi-Fi is really temperamental and doesn’t reach well to back bedroom. I think this could be easily resolved with a Wi-Fi extender. However it also stopped working completely twice during our stay and can only be reset in the other holiday let. The hot tub is a massive bonus for the lodge. It was set to 39 when we arrived and keeps its heat extremely well. The lights are a nice touch and add to the atmosphere in the evening. We did have a few issues with the hot tub at one point but messaged the number provided and they quickly sent someone out to sort it. Overall we had a lovely time. The small things mentioned didn’t affect the holiday just some suggestions for future. We would recommend the lodge to anyone looking for a reasonably priced dog friendly lodge.

- Helen, July 2023

Thank you very much for your feedback. We appreciate the time taken to send your observations which have been taken on board and highlighted with our maintenance team. We are glad that these didn't detract from the enjoyment of your overall stay and we hope we can welcome you in the future. The Hall Family Property Owner
Christopher April 2023

“On arrival checked barbecue, full of ashes, unusable.”

Main gate really hard to open and shut. Cooker hood thick with grease, cooker light flickering, oven dirty, didn’t use. Doors had food or drink spills, thick dust under fire place, tree piece comfortable but really dirty, Lino in toilet all ups and bumps, main bathroom paper coming off the walls, couldn’t use vacuum smelt doggy when used first time. decking half stained, container left out in garden, blind in kitchen couldn’t pull down no pull cord, and stained, didn’t have Wi-Fi, all week, could ring unless going to Abersoch, no signal for wats app phone. Don’t think property was ready to be let with so many issues. Didn’t complain at the time didn’t want any confrontation, very disappointed for the money we paid, we know the owners only had the property for six months, but that’s no excuse for cleanliness. First time of using Sykes cottages four times we have been disappointed, have photographs of complaints if needed.

- Christopher, April 2023

It is very concerning to receive this feedback. We encourage all clients to raise any issues in real time with the Local Manager as we want all clients to enjoy there holiday and consider returning again in the future. As the owners we where present at the adjacent property on the Sat/Sun/Mon doing maintenance work and where able to respond to the following: BBQ - previous clients had not emptied ashes, we immediately did that on the Saturday afternoon, and have now provided a metal ash can as clients understandably where concerned about disposing the ashes in the main plastic waste bin. WiFi - The property has been transferred to full fibre and the WiFi password unfortunately required updating in the information pack in the Lodge, we updated this on the Sunday morning and ensured you had access - (WiFi password was correct in the e-mailed welcome pack). We wished you had raised your other concerns at the time so that they could be swiftly resolved. Decking - Due to the rain during March and April, - the Gardener had only managed to complete 90% of the decking treatment with the front handrail still to be treated - the treatment has to be fully dry before any clients arrive and therefore this had placed another restriction on when the work could be completed. The property was shut for maintenance and deep clean in Jan 2023 and has been rented for just 23 nights since. We have removed the property from rental 20-27th May so that we can address the other issues you raise. Property Owner
Jade November 2022

“The Lodge was nice, the living room and dining area were nice.”

However I think the rest of the lodge needs updating badly and it needs a major deep clean. There was a lot of dust and utensils and glasses weren’t spotless. The towels were very old. But regardless it was nice but that is all. I think there should have been some welcome instructions regarding the water and heating too. The hot tub was lovely.

- Jade, November 2022

Thanks Jade for the valuable feedback. We have since refreshed the Lodge and replaced all cutlery/pots and pans. We hope to welcome you back in the future. Property Owner
Sophie November 2022

“This lodge has so much potential!”

The hot tub area with the lights is lovely, it comfortably sleeps 6 and has a lovely large living room area with a kitchen and dining area. The 2 toilets is also a huge bonus too, nice decking area and garden to use. The only thing is, the lodge was a little bit dirty! It was dusty, bits all over the floor, red/orange stains on some of the bedding. Some of the utensils were broken and the oven and dishwasher were quite old to use, the glasses and pans were dirty too. We were quite happy to wipe everything down but the only thing we could use were quarter of a pack of kitchen wipes which isn’t great when we’re cooking with raw meat. Check in time is 4 and check out was 9:30 which I know is needed to clean the lodge but it really only gave us 1 day there even though we’d paid for 2 nights & 3 days. It’s a nice area and a nice lodge but there’s definitely room for some improvement.

- Sophie, November 2022

Thanks for the feedback Sophie. We have taken everything on board and refreshed the Lodge ahead of the upcoming season. We hope to welcome you back in the future. Property Owner
Matthew October 2022

“Whilst the location was very good for walking and for access to the local beaches and close to local amenities, beds were comfy and the accommodation was generally good there were a few issues.”

We found an oven tray and plates with food stuff on in the cupboard, assume this was perhaps the previous occupant but would expect the cleaning team to check this on change over. The bathroom bins had not been emptied on our arrival and we found a collection of hair on two of the pillows on separate beds, not very good if they were just made and not changed from the previous occupants. The wooden structure above the hot tub also has a severe leak in several areas making a nice addition not an enjoyable experience if it was raining. Not nice having cold rain water drip on you whilst enjoying a relaxing dip in the tub. The decking to the front of the property wasn't cleared of leaves before our arrival (there was quite a build up) making the decking area extra slippery. A few small tweaks needed, perhaps a more thorough clean during change over a little tidy up out front and the hot tub roof being fixed.

- Matthew, October 2022

Hi Matthew, As the new owners of the property, we thank you for your constructive comments. We will look to address these as soon as possible. We hope to welcome you back in the future for another stay. Property Owner

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Summary

Single-storey
Three bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x twin, 1 x 2' 6" twin
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
Basin and WC
Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with gas fire
Electric heaters with gas fire
Electric oven and gas hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher
TV with Freeview, DVD, WiFi, selection of books, games and DVDs
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent, please bring own beach and hot tub towels
Travel cot and highchair on request
Off-road parking for 2 cars and parking for boat trailers
Private, enclosed garden with decked veranda, hot tub, furniture and barbecue
Two well-behaved dogs welcome, please bring own dog beds, blankets and towels
Sorry, no smoking
Shop 0.7 mile, pub 0.6 miles
Note: Although the accommodation is ground floor there are 3 steps up to the lodge
Note: Check-in from 4pm and check-out by 9:30am
Please note maximum occupancy is 6 guests plus one infant.

The property

Abersoch 1.3 mile.

A lovely detached lodge located on the edge of the little rural village of Llanengan on the Llyn Peninsula in Gwynedd near Abersoch which is famous for its wonderful beaches and watersports facilities, and just a few minutes' walk from the Llyn Coastal Path.

This attractive lodge provides an ideal base for exploring the beaches, including the beach at Porth Neigwl (Hell's Mouth), perfect for a family seaside holiday.

Surprisingly spacious and well-presented this lovely lodge offers homely comfortable accommodation, and as it is all on the ground floor, makes it particularly friendly for anyone who may find getting around or stairs a little tricky.

Light, bright and decorated in a lovely modern and seaside style, this delightful lodge offers open plan living accommodation with a comfy sitting area with seating for four guests, a well-equipped kitchen area and a dining area to enjoy meals together and patio doors open to the decked veranda.

Where better to enjoy an early morning cup of coffee?

There are three comfortable bedrooms, a family bathroom and the addition of a cloakroom.

After a day on the beach or exploring the countryside, return to your holiday accommodation and sit out and enjoy alfresco dining.

The large decked veranda provides an ideal spot to sit and relax on a warm summer's evening with a glass of wine, or stargaze into the clear night skies, before taking a relaxing dip in your own private hot tub.

The Orchard Lodge nestles amongst some well-established trees, and enjoys an enclosed garden with pretty white fencing and separate parking.

Abersoch is a lovely village with a colourful harbour and array of shops, eating establishments, pubs and tea rooms, a mecca for watersports, and its sandy beaches and safe bathing waters make it ideal for families.

Enjoy the Llyn Peninsula's miles of scenic coastline, excellent cycling, renowned links golf courses, sea and coarse fishing, boat trips to Bardsey Island, historic Castles and day trips out into Snowdonia.

There is also the famous Portmeirion Italianate village and gardens, together with the Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland steam railway are all easily reached.

There is so much to see and do in the area, whether you want a short break to recharge the batteries or a longer family holiday, this delightful lodge is in an ideal year-round location.

Note: This property shares a gravelled driveway and is next door to Ref. 1113844, together sleeping up to 16 guests.

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About the location

ABERSOCH

Pwllheli 6 miles.

The attractive harbour village of Abersoch is situated on the Llyn Peninsula in a region of Wales renowned for its outstanding scenery and varied walking. The village, situated between two glorious bays, is one of the most popular sailing venues in North Wales and important sailing regattas are held there throughout the summer months. Numerous shops cater for the tourist as well as pubs, restaurants and cafes. There are also opportunities for golfers as there is a course just outside the village and horse riding facilities are also available nearby. Watersports enthusiasts are also well catered for, particularly windsurfing, water skiing and dinghy sailing, not to mention renowned surfing at Port Neigwl (Hell’s Mouth). The long, sandy Abersoch Main Beach is probably the most popular beach in the area. There is a wonderful selection of beaches in the surrounding area of the Llyn Peninsula, including the beautiful and often quiet Porth Ceriad, with it's high cliffs, and sandy Porth Oer ("Whistling Sands"). Most of the coastline is owned by the National Trust and there are many remote bays, sandy beaches and cliffs, as well as wildlife havens like Bardsey Island to explore.

This property offers the following short breaks:

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Llanengan near Abersoch, North Wales & Snowdonia (Ref. 1113846)

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Reviews & Ratings

“We are familiar with the lodge as we stayed at The Orchard for several years prior to it being sold .”

“The inside was clean and very good the outside was poor dirty worn out in all ...”

“Love the lodge and it's location,it has a relaxing warm atmosphere highly recommend it.”

“Lovely place to spend a week away from the hussle and bussle.”

“Lodge and location were perfect for us, 4 adults and 2 dogs, lodge was spacious and well laid out, hot tub was lovely and checked regularly.”

“We had an amazing weekend away here for my best friends 30th.”

“We loved our holiday,totally secure for dogs,we had to go out and buy toilet rolls,there wasn't any,also bin bags,other than that fantastic.”

“We have just returned home from Orchard Lodge as a group of 6 including 2 children and 2 young dogs.”

“On arrival checked barbecue, full of ashes, unusable.”

“The Lodge was nice, the living room and dining area were nice.”

“This lodge has so much potential!”

“Whilst the location was very good for walking and for access to the local beaches and close to local amenities, beds were comfy and the accommodation was generally good there were a few issues.”

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About the location

ABERSOCH