Dog Friendly Lodges & Log Cabins in Shropshire

Reviews

What our customers say about their holidays

• Michael - Verified booking

  For relaxation the place is on point as very quiet.

  Some of what I’m about to complain about may sound petty but when you review places you have to put warts and all into it. When arriving you approach a barrier which you have to get out the car and press the ring doorbell for someone to open it. Staff seemed friendly enough to check in then You have to pay a deposit for breakages etc £75 and sign sheet, then given a folder of rules and what to do etc . The park has minimum lighting so when it’s dark it’s dark, you need a torch to walk your dog literally, we had rain (as we do) and areas around the park did get flooded so you definitely need some good footwear. Lodge was rented as luxury which was good enough to live in but had a feel of an old peoples home. Cleanliness was not up to scratch as dust on skirting boards, central heating dial and windows hadn’t been cleaned. Hot tub - on settling into the lodge we had a visit from maintenance to show us how to use the tub which was a good touch if you hadn’t used one before, tub was adequate although the step up to it was not fixed down and made of wooden decking so was really slippy. Didn’t see a maintenance guy at our Hot tub from Friday to Friday to check levels etc, I’ve seen this at other places so would have expected to see someone. WiFi is very limited, it’s free to connect if you sit outside reception but when you move you are on your own data which again can be intermittent. Tv in lodge living room was adequate, smart tv. Tv in bedroom wasn’t worth turning on as pixelated and buffered a lot so didn’t use it. We noticed you could connect to the lodge WiFi but didn’t have a password which was strange if you were actually staying in there. The Croft pub on site was a lovely place to eat and drink with the prices suprisingly reasonable, although it wasn’t open everyday and after new year it was closed for 2 weeks for staff holidays which is fair enough but this was not bought to our attention so had to go off site if wanted to eat out or go for a drink. There is no shop on site even just for essentials, you had to go off site which was about 5 min drive. It’s the second place I’ve been to in 6months that doesn’t have an onsite shop which I think is very strange..is this the new thing? There are no dog waste bins around the park only in an exercise area which is not gated off. Recycling or waste bins were no where to be seen around where we stayed so had to leave rubbish in waste bin around by hot tub ( apparently there are some but a long walk from lodges where we stayed. Upon leaving they require you to basically put everything back where it belongs and clean as you arrived this included taking all covers off beds and pillowcases and put in bags provided ( I’ve never had to do this when paying a good amount of money to stay somewhere), leave clean yes we always do as that’s in my nature but to strip beds and make sure all is correct no. When checking out it was a frosty morning and the drive to reception was treacherous and hadn’t been gritted at all, when handed keys there wasn’t much interaction with usual how was your stay, hope you enjoyed it but nothing… All in all it felt like a place that hadn’t finished areas off and decor in lodges are basic for luxury. Recycling looked a big issue as no waste bins in sight. As mentioned at beginning people this is only our feedback as we look for these issues to hopefully give the owners a view from outside and you as possible holiday makers a good insight into holidaying.

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• Desiree - Verified booking

  It is a lovely lodge, it is well equipped with all you need, plus a complimentary bottle of Prosecco and coffee pods for the coffee machine and tea, milk and sugar to have a welcome brew.

  The fridge and freezer is large to stock up with beer, food and ice, and a dishwasher so no need to wash up! The bedroom and ensuite is large with plenty of storage and a TV in the bedroom. There is plenty of space in the kitchen and living area. The hot tub is private however there are chairs and table on the balcony so you can dry off and enjoy the view and ducks. Overall the lodge is clean and kitchen utensils spotless, there were a couple of cobwebs on the bedroom window, and the tap in the second toilet is a leak as there is calcium/lime scale around it. The site is close to the main road/train track, although you drive around to get to get to it, there isn’t any noise. The Croft is lovely for food, Wednesday is steak night and Thursday date night, after reading the last comment we booked but it was never full on the 3 nights we went, Saturday was busiest night, and Sunday lunch you have to book. The site is less than 3 miles from, Morrisons,Tesco’s and Lidl and Battlefield farm shop a mile down the road, the falconry there, is worth a visit as well. Shrewsbury is a great town to visit, and the park-and-ride is really good £2 per person on the bus return. We also visited Ludlow and Powis castle and garden which are both around 50 minutes drive. Overall great stay and would love to return

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• Stuart - Verified booking

  My husband & I have just spent Christmas in the Cherry Pod.

  We were totally overwhelmed to see the effort that Dru & Andy had gone to, to make it as welcoming as possible. Andy welcomed us, delivered our belongings to the pod & ran through everything we needed to know, also offering any further support if necessary. Christmas trees with lights had been arranged leading to the pod. Decorations & lights on the decking & inside, we were greeted with mulled wine and chocolates, everything arranged to fit the season. The pod itself was spotless, you needed for nothing, everything was available, from cleaning products to even a hairdryer. Dru & Andy welcomed us into their home for food and drinks, we can honestly say there hospitality was overwhelming. They are a humble couple with great personalities and it was a pleasure to have met them. The New Inn not far from the pod is a great family pub, nice atmosphere & make lovely meals. The pod is situated on a large secured piece of land, where a great time can be had with family and pets, surrounded by an a amazing view. We have already decided we will be returning, we recommend this experience it was a great one. Audrey & Stuart.

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• Craig - Verified booking

  Brilliant break away!

  The only thing I can critize is the lack of signs directing you into the park from the village, there's one sign on a lamppost but it's easy to miss and the postcode we received did not take us to the park. However, after a quick look on Google we managed to find out way there. The park is clean, tidy and well maintained. The lodge was immaculate and the hot tub was already turned on and up heat when we arrived. The staff were really friendly and helpful and advised us on some great stuff to do and see while we stayed. The restaurant is small but after reading some rave reviews it didn't not disappoint the Sunday lunch is beautiful and very reasonably priced. I even managed to squeeze a good day's fishing in on a well stocked lake with plenty of fish caught. This park would not suite all audiences, it is adults only and would not suite certain parties such as hen/stag weekends as there is not a lot of night life in the village and the park bar is attached to the restaurant. However, for a nice relaxing break to escape and just relax this is the best Park to go!

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• Danielle - Verified booking

  It was a let down to realise there was no Wifi in the cabin.

  I bought breakfast to cook in the cabin but I’d forgot butter for toast I’d searched the kitchen to find there not even the miniature butters available. I’d asked the gentleman who looks after the park if there was butter I could use on site he said no I’d have to travel to the spar shop which was inconvenient. The bed was comfortable however did not smell fresh. The bathroom sink had few hairs on so it was evident cleaners hadn’t deep cleaned the bathroom properly prior to arrival and bathrobes were not available. We could not use the restaurant on site for breakfast lunch or dinner because we was told all fully booked. You would think the site would cater for every person on site but clearly this wasn’t the case therefore we had to eat out on both nights. Inconvenient. £3 fee per person to swim in the indoor heating swimming pool - ridiculous. This site was not worth the price at all - let down.

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