Dog Friendly Lodges & Log Cabins in West Midlands

Reviews

What our customers say about their holidays

• James - Verified booking

  We have just spent the Easter weekend at Dingle Den, 2 adults, two boys (a 12 year old and a 14 year old) and a 2 year old Labrador.

  We were greeted so warmly by all of our names (even the dogs) and lent some walking books after enquiring in advance about local walks. Our dog is a nervous fella and Jo was very understanding and kept her very well behaved dog away and showed us how everything worked and we felt straight at home. The Den is finished to a really high standard and was immaculately clean. Complimentary logs, fire lighters, biscuits, tea, coffee and water made settling in really easy. There was also washing up liquid, hand soap, towels and tea towels. We brought food (and water because you can’t drink the tap water) with us for our stay and there is a big enough fridge and storage. We barbecued on the fire pit in the evening which was great and sat on the logs around it to eat, one morning was warm enough to eat breakfast on the picnic table outside the Den doors which is a lovely option. The private space that comes with the Den is so much bigger than photos can do justice to. It is vast and beautiful. Although we were expecting a stream from reading the reviews we weren’t expecting the amount of stream and the little waterfalls and it really made it for us. The boys (who are normally stuck to a screen) loved exploring it and the dog thought all of his Christmases had come at once! We could have happily not left the Den at all for the 3 days (we played boules and football and did an Easter egg hunt and mooched about the grounds) but we did venture out and the walks are beautiful and quiet. Walking boots at this time of year are essential. One days weather was very wet but when we got back from our walk the Den was warm and cozy and just looking out the doors at the view was lovely. With no TV and no WiFi I caught up on some reading (the kids had some signal on their phones so survived in our down time) We specifically chose Dingle Den because it was remote and we wanted to be able to take our dog who can’t cope with strangers and it was absolutely perfect for recharging in a relaxing environment and we really hope to return (but maybe without the kids next time

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• Jo - Verified booking

  This is our third time here, so I think that says a lot in itself already!

  Our dogs (Jess & Badger) constantly enjoy being out in the meadow + playing in the stream; it’s pretty enclosed, so it’s nice for us to allow them to be out and about, whilst we relax and don’t need to worry about their whereabouts. The owner (Jo) has always been very welcoming and ensured we have everything we need & are happy/comfortable, each time we’ve stayed. This is definitely going to become one of our regular holiday spots with the dogs… Again, I think that’s pretty obvious! We do go out and about to neighbouring towns (like Hay-on-Wye & Abergavenny) but there’s lots of walks right on the front doorstep of Dingle Den + we’ve spent quite a lot of time just at the Dingle as it’s well equipped and has everything we need; going out to neighbouring towns isn’t a necessity here, just an added option for those who like to explore and go to new places. Thanks again for a wonderful stay at Dingle Den! I’m sure we’ll see you again soon. Jo, Col, Jess & Baj

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• Susan - Verified booking

  Boosters lodge is a lovely lodge on a quiet site on the banks of the beautiful River Avon.

  Plenty large enough for 4 adults. The lodge was very clean and well equipped. A double bedroom with en-suite and twin room with 2 full size single beds. Two very comfortable sofas in the lounge could have done with an extra coffee table. There is a decking area overlooking the river with table and 2 chairs. We took our own picnic chairs as there were 4 adults. As a previous reviewer said it’s not easy to find. There is a map of the site just after the entrance barrier. It only gives lodge numbers no names. Boosters Lodge in number 80. Drive straight down to the river, turn right and it’s the 7th lodge on the left. Key box is on the upright at the top of the steps opposite the door. It was better than expected and we hope to return.

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• Joan - Verified booking

  We really enjoyed our stay at Boosters Lodge.

  The view of the river was picturesque as the boats,ferry, and paddle boarders past. The lodge was immaculate and well equipped. The heating system was easy to use which we turned off when we went out and at night. They supplied cleaning materials, toilet rolls, refuse sacks, coffee, tea and sugar although we did use our own coffee and tea. This site was nice and quiet and the Riverside restaurant was good. We could not use the ferry as my husband has a disability but a very useful means of getting into Stratford. It is also walkable. The steps to the lodge are quite steep and my husband just managed them and we knew there were steps when we booked. We would really recommend this lodge as it is well furnished, comfortable and good value for money.

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• Mark - Verified booking

  Our mini holiday at Dingle Den was most enjoyable.

  The property was clean throughout and comfortable and as described in the listing. The location was ideal for us for walking and is in close proximity to the Black Mountains and Brecon Beacons. The view around the property was amazing and the peace and tranquility of the area is just what we needed. There is a nice local pub The Bulls Head you can visit close by to Dingle Den and we enjoyed the lunchtime food. We also discovered a lovely local town called Hay-on Wye which we visited on a couple of occasions and if you like books then this is the place to visit. I would recommend Dingle Den as a place to stay on holiday if you are visiting the black mountains and the Brecon Beacons, or if you need some rest in a quiet and idilic location.

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