“The views are outstanding here.”
This could be a peaceful tranquil retreat and it was but this was ruined at times by other holiday makers next door. The owners have 4 lodges built closely together, the gardens are not as private as we would hoped as there is an open walk way at the end. There is also a campsite and Shepherds hut which were not being used but in high season could create a noisy busy environment. We were woken a couple of mornings by next door getting in and out of their car parked directly outside our downstairs bedroom windows. I feel the parking should be designated for each lodge and that you park by your own bedroom windows which would give some privacy and quietness. The double room downstairs has a blind at the window but it doesnt fit into the window dimensions and so has gapes each side which you can see day light through. I am glad we were here in October as in summer I would like to sleep with the window open but this wouldnt have been possible for this reason. To add to this, the upstairs bedroom which has an ensuite and so designed as the Master has an awful bed in it with a wonky support underneath and a bolt missing on right side. It has an uncomfortable old creaky mattress which needs immediate attention. We stayed downstairs as didnt think this bed would support two adults. The kitchen could also do with having more utensils, namely a strainer spoon, and enough glasses. If this was at full capacity at 6 people, there isnt enough lounge sitting in the living room. This all said, the lodge is beautiful with just an amazing view- it just needs work on maintenance to keep it to a standard and definetly sorting privacy and parking from other holiday users. We did enjoy our holiday but will not return as we like a peaceful private space to retreat to.
Thank you for your feedback.
It is a shame that you didn't contact us during your stay as we pride ourselves on guests having a great stay. We live in the farmhouse where the lodges are situated, we visit the lodges daily and provide our contact numbers in the front page of our welcome pack for guests to call if they have and issues. We would have happily provided more glasses etc if asked.
We can confirm that the bed was repaired in minutes , and the neighbours would have moved the car if they had been asked.
The setting is so tranquil and peaceful despite having a campsite which takes a maximum of 8 pitches. We have never had complaints about noise, as all our guests are respectful of other peoples enjoyment. We do not advertise that any of our lodges have private gardens and the gap in the fence is for ride on lawn mower access and the lodges are all detached and are as far apart, as planning restrictions would permit.
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